Alternative Medicine
Don't Be Fooled By Health Fraud Scams
November 30th, 2011
The science of public health was still in its infancy in the 19th and early 20th centuries when early incarnations of the modern Food and Drug Administration (FDA) tried to protect consumers from “snake oil salesmen” and other shifty characters who swindled the sick and gullible.
Eating Fish Reduces Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
November 30th, 2011
People who eat baked or broiled fish on a weekly basis may be improving their brain health and reducing their risk of developing mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and Alzheimer's disease, according to a study presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
Heart Attack Risk Differs Between Men and Women
November 30th, 2011
Findings on coronary CT angiography (CTA), a noninvasive test to assess the coronary arteries for blockages, show different risk scenarios for men and women, according to a study presented today at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
Cold-EEZE Supports US Troops with Give2TheTroops Partnership
November 30th, 2011
Even when serving overseas, US troops can catch a cold. This is why Cold-EEZE has partnered with Give2TheTroops, to aid in the combat against the common cold this holiday season.
African Americans Receive Their Own Food Pyramid
November 30th, 2011
African Americans have a higher risk of obtaining type 2 diabetes, obesity, and heart disease than other races in North America. However, it doesn’t have to be this way.
The Portfolio Eating Plan with Almonds Delivers a Solid Return
November 30th, 2011Eating almonds more healthful than cutting down on saturated-fats.
Financial portfolios are not the only portfolios that yield a return on investment, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association about the Portfolio Eating Plan (PEP).
Celebrate the Holidays with POM Wonderful Fresh Arils
November 30th, 2011Pomegranates are a festive and fun food.
Pomegranates are rich in natural antioxidants that protect against free radicals. Not only are the fruits healthful, they’re delicious.
Free Mobile App Makes Walking Fun
November 30th, 2011Ward off excess holiday pounds by walking.
Make the holiday season a time for health with the Every Body Walk! mobile application that launched today. The app is a fun, interactive tool to create and maintain a daily walking routine. It’s an easy way to get active, stay healthy and burn calories during the holidays.
“Heading” a Soccer Ball Could Lead to Brain Injury
November 30th, 2011
Heading, in which players field the soccer ball with their head, is an essential part of the game and the focus of many training drills.
PBS Program Featurues The Mayo Clinic Diet
November 30th, 2011Premieres December 3
The Mayo Clinic Diet is based on many years of clinical experience at Mayo Clinic in Minnesota, Florida and Arizona, along with research at Mayo Clinic and other institutions. It is designed to be an effective, practical and enjoyable way to help people lose weight and maintain weight loss.
