Health and Wellness
First light: Scientists Regenerate the Optic Nerve, Restore Some Components of Vision
May 22nd, 2012Findings in mice suggests hope for patients with glaucoma, optic nerve damage
Researchers have long tried to get the optic nerve to regenerate when injured, with some success, but no one has been able to demonstrate recovery of vision.
Study by UCLA School of Nursing Finds Cycling May Negatively Affect Male Reproductive Health
May 22nd, 2012
A new study conducted by UCLA School of Nursing researchers has found that serious leisure male cyclists may experience hormonal imbalances that could affect their reproductive health. The study, “Reproductive Hormones and Interleukin-6 in Serious Leisure Male Athletes,” was published in the European Journal of Applied Physiology.
Exercising and Dieting Not Enough to Stop UK Obesity Freight Train - Dr Berardi
May 21st, 2012
A leading nutritional expert has called for more to be done by influential figures within the UK health and fitness industry after branding worrying obesity and diabetes levels as "freight trains running out of control".
43 percent of Teens Say They Text & Drive; 77 percent Say Adults Warn Against Risks, but Text & Drive 'All The Time'
May 21st, 2012
A new survey commissioned by AT&T as part of the "It Can Wait" campaign indicates that while 97 percent of teens know texting while driving is dangerous, 43 percent of them admit to sending a text while driving – and 75 percent say the practice is common among their friends.
Growing Body Of Research Shows Massage Therapy Effective For Prevalent Health Conditions
May 21st, 2012
A growing body of evidence shows massage therapy can be effective for a variety of prevalent health conditions, including the pain of osteoarthritis of the knee, inflammation after exercise, chronic low back pain and fibromyalgia.
Half of All Dog Bite Victims are Children
May 18th, 2012
Of the 4.7 million Americans bitten by dogs annually, more than half are children, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The US Postal Service, the medical community, veterinarians, and the insurance industry are working together to educate the public that dog bites are avoidable.
Life Extension rated number one by dietary supplement consumers in four categories in ConsumerLab.com survey
May 18th, 2012ConsumerLab.com, a leading provider of consumer information and independent evaluations of products that affect health and nutrition, announced Life Extension has been rated number one in four categories in the 2012 ConsumerLab.com survey of vitamin and supplement users.
Weight-Loss Expert JJ Smith Offers Free eBook, '5 Reasons You Can't Lose Weight!'
May 18th, 2012
JJ Smith, Nutritionist and Certified Weight-Loss Expert, offers a free eBook, 5 Reasons You Can't Lose Weight! to those who are committed to losing weight and getting healthy in 2012!
Poor Health Decisions Cost Billions; New Report Identifies Unhealthy Behavior as Top Concern of Benefit Providers
May 18th, 2012
Poor health choices add billions in cost to the companies, unions, health plans and government agencies that provide pharmacy benefits to Americans. In response, benefit providers are investing as never before to help people make better decisions to improve health outcomes, save money and maintain robust benefits, according to a report issued today by Express Scripts.
Understanding Risk Factors and Recognizing Stroke Symptoms May Save Lives
May 18th, 2012
Every 40 seconds someone in the United States has a stroke. Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death and the number one cause of adult disability in the country. While stroke often occurs without warning, understanding risk factors and learning to recognize symptoms can potentially save lives and limit damage if a stroke occurs.
