Stress, Money and the Holidays
December 14, 2011
Yesterday, I noticed the frenzy at the department store and on the city streets with impatient shoppers and hurried drivers testing the patience of even the most serene person! The shopper's faces were grim and they appeared anxious.
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That "Leaky Radiator" Can Be Fixed
December 8, 2011
Recently I read one of the social media network sites where a woman posted about her "leaky radiator." It was a cute way to say that she leaks urine! Many people erroneously believe that leaking of urine is normal when you reach a certain age. But I can tell you emphatically the answer is that it is not normal!
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"Twilight" and Seizures
November 30, 2011
Recently, the news has reported that a few people have had seizures while watching the new movie, "Twilight." I remember back in the late 1990s, several children had some seizures while watching "Pokeman" or playing certain video games. The cause of it is related to an epileptic seizure known as photosensitive epilepsy, which is triggered by flashing or strobe lights. It is often genetically inherited.
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Top 11 Tips for Holiday Eating
November 22, 2011
The holidays are fast approaching and many of us tend to put on five or more pounds by the end of this festive season. Many factors are responsible for the weight gain. Here are some tips to help you eat well through the holidays.
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D.O. or M.D. What's the Difference?
November 15, 2011
Have you ever asked what the difference is between a doctor with the D.O. degree or the M.D.degree? Are you curious about osteopathic medical treatment?
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Stress and the Corn Maze
November 1, 2011
Recently I heard about a family who made a 9-1-1 telephone call because they were stuck in a corn maze and couldn't get out of it! Imagine wandering around and racing the clock to get out of the maze before sundown. Now that's stress!
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The Benefits of Drinking Water
October 27, 2011
A recent article in Medline news described how people who consume less than two cups of water a day are more prone to higher blood sugar levels. Wow, what a novel idea -- avoid high blood sugar by drinking more water! If only it were that easy!
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Breast Self-exams are Important
October 19, 2011
October is breast cancer awareness month. Did you know there is an app for almost everything? You can even find an app with some "hawt" (the new expression for handsome) guys reminding us and showing us women how to do a monthly breast exam.
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The Top 10 Ways to Get Motivated
October 11, 2011
Many people ask me how to get motivated to embark upon a plan and to make goals for a desired outcome. Motivation is a word that conjures up visions of someone who is ready and energized for a certain planned adventure or project.
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Preventing Food Contamination
October 4, 2011
You have probably read about the recent outbreak of Listeria in cantaloupes and asked how to keep yourself safe. The latest melon brands to have been found to contain the Listeria is Rocky Ford brand, and possibly those sold by Jensen Farms. However part of the problem is that not all melons have an identifying sticker noting where it originated.
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