Alternative Medicine
Magnesium Helps Reduce Anxiety
December 6th, 2011Supplementation May Alleviate Symptoms
Anxiety disorders can be triggered by fear and thus, affect cognitive functioning. When in danger, fear is essential for survival. This fear triggers the brain to respond with many split-second changes in the body to prepare to defend against the danger or to avoid it. This response is a healthy reaction meant to protect a person from harm.
Menopause: Tips on Staying Cool While You're Hot
December 6th, 2011
Hot flashes are a tough part of menopause for many women. However, women dressing for the holiday season can make smart fashion choices that look great and help them keep their cool. Today, Dr.
Protect Your Children This Flu Season
December 6th, 2011
Influenza claims the lives of about 100 children in the U.S. every year, hospitalizes around 20,000, and is the 8th-leading cause of death in the United States among people of all ages.
Despite these alarming statistics, influenza is typically not fatal in healthy children or adults. Influenza can be avoided if the right precautions are taken.
Weighing in on Dietary Fats
December 5th, 2011Not all fats are bad.
Winter brings shorter days, colder weather, and the holiday season full of delicious food. And these foods are usually high in saturated fats.
Babyboomers Most at Risk for Hepatitis C Virus
December 5th, 2011
Experts at Montefiore Medical Center urge the general public to be tested for the Hepatitis C virus, especially baby boomers, adults born between 1946-1964, who could be most at risk for this disease.
Garlic Oil for the Heart
December 5th, 2011
As reported by Doctors Health Press e-Bulletin, a new study has found that a component of garlic oil may help release protective compounds to the heart after a heart attack, during cardiac surgery, or as a treatment for heart failure.
Providing the Best in Senior Care
December 5th, 2011
If you are like tens of millions of Americans you have found a caregiver for a frail, elderly person in your life - or you will need to find a caregiver one day.
Babyboomers Most at Risk for Hepatitis C Virus
December 5th, 2011
Experts at Montefiore Medical Center urge the general public to be tested for the Hepatitis C virus, especially baby boomers, adults born between 1946-1964, who could be most at risk for this disease.
Keeping Winter Skin Hydrated
December 5th, 2011
Already feeling dry and itchy as the weather changes? Learn from Barnett Dermatology co-founder and board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Channing Barnett, how to keep skin healthy and hydrated as the cooler, harsher climates of winter approach.
