Shake things up at your Memorial Day BBQ with some unexpected, super yummy vegetarian recipes http://on.self.com/Lpdw9a
4 Meat-Free Recipes You Didn't Know You Could Grill
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Tuesday, 29 May 2012
Vegetarian Recipes-Memorial Day
Skin Cancers-Painkillers-Ibuprofen-Aspirin
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - In a new study from Denmark, people who had taken aspirin, ibuprofen and related painkillers -- especially at high doses and for years at a time -- were less likely to get Skin Cancer, compared to those who rarely used those medications. The findings add to growing evidence that long-term use of the medications, known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, may help protect people against skin cancers, including melanoma, the deadliest type. ... read more..
The World Health Organization-Virulent Disease-Bird Flu
A 10-year-old Cambodian girl has died from bird flu, the World Health Organization said Monday, the country's third fatality from the virulent disease this year. read more..
Monday, 28 May 2012
Food
kellie-the-vegetarian:findingthinagain:strongaly:sur-le-tas:tiffany-do:starvingforperfection123:I’m “good.”Seven more pounds til I am considered “perfect.”A million years til I consider myself perfect.What has the media done to girls? 128 pounds at 6 feet? Really?114lbs at my height lol hell naw. I’m good nowSTOP THIS MADNESS SHIT. THIS IS A SHIT CHART. Stop depriving yourself of food and health. The next time I see this chart again on my dash, I am going to print this chart, make my friend’s dog shit on it, and post a picture of it.Oh yes, because when I was unhappy with my body and thought I needed to lose weight, I was pretty good. When I was embarrassed to wear shorts and wouldn’t let my boyfriend touch my stomach, it’s okay, because I was good. Then when my body was shutting down, I was finally perfect. When I lost almost half of my hair, I sure was perfect. When I refused to eat with my boyfriend’s family, I was the hottest girl on earth. Man it felt so good to be perfect and to cry at the doctor’s office. It was the coolest thing ever to lie to everyone I loved and alienate friends because they worried about me. I just loved exhaustion and anxiety and being alone. It was so cool to never have fun. Just perfect, really. Perfect like the way I’d take my pulse before bed and wonder if I’d wake up the next morning. Perfect like secretly doing pushups in the bathroom because I’d eaten too many strawberries. Life is so perfect when you lose weight.Now my life is so bad because I’m not good or perfect anymore. I must totally suck because I make good grades and have friends. Life is just terrible because my boyfriend doesn’t get mad at me anymore for making a scene over food, and I go to family gatherings and talk to people instead of thinking about food and trying to not to have a panic attack. I’m just so miserable because I gained weight, not to mention ugly and incompetent. I mean, what does it matter that I play college soccer and lift heavy weights and have more love in my life than ever before? Life should be terrible because I’m not perfect, right?I mean it makes so much sense.AHHH ACJSNCOASO SO MUCH LOVE FOR THE ABOVE COMMENT ^Uhmmm. So you’ve all seen how thin my body naturally is… and I weight about 107lbs (at about 5’8”). Why EVER would a “perfect” weight for my height be any lower than that? If I can keep such a low weight because of a fast metabolism, how is someone with a slower metabolism going to get so low? Exactly. It’s not healthy if they can.This chart is ridiculous and I hope none of you think you have to follow it in order to have the perfect body. read more..
Healthday News-Hearing Loss-Health News
Have you ever suffered temporary hearing loss? http://ow.ly/bb0yv
Can You Hear Me Now? - Health News - Health.com
FRIDAY, May 25 (Healthday News) -- Exposure to loud music at a rock concert often results in temporary hearing loss for teenagers, researchers say.... read more..
Memorial Day Weekend-Self Magazine-Celebration
Style Tips! What to wear this Memorial Day weekend: http://on.self.com/KQR0aI
What To Wear This Memorial Day Weekend
Self Magazine: fashion, beauty, health, sex advice, news read more..
Quick and easy toning moves for a guilt-free celebration http://on.self.com/KZMDqd
Quick and easy toning moves for a guilt-free celebration http://on.self.com/KZMDqd
4 Quick Pre-Beach Toners for Memorial Day Weekend
Self Magazine: fashion, beauty, health, sex advice, news read more..
Physical Activity
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Kids in after-school programs often increase their own physical activity if they make friends who run and jump around more than they do, a new study from Tennessee has found. Though not completely surprising, that finding could be important as parents, after-school teachers and camp counselors try to encourage youngsters to move more and head-off obesity before it starts, researchers said. The results are also in line with research that's been done in teens and adults, who tend to look like the rest of their friend group in terms of weight and fitness level. ... read more..
Memorial Day
Memorial Day may be this weekend but it's not too late get started on your summer body: http://on.self.com/GTSZKy
The Eat-More, Weigh-Less Meal Plan
SELF's free Drop 10 Diet can help you get slim fast, with mouthwatering superfood meals, a choose-your-own workout plan, and the chance to win... read more..
African Peoples-Healthday News-Amazon Tribe-Lifestyle-Heart
FRIDAY, May 25 (Healthday News) -- Investigating indigenous Amazonian or African peoples who still follow a hunter-gatherer or forager-horticulturist Lifestyle is giving new insights into how diet and lifestyle affect the heart as humans age. read more..
Fitness Expert-Larysa Didio-Psyched-Hsn
We're psyched to have Larysa Didio, our HSN 60 Days to Healthier Ways fitness expert here to chat with us! Comment on the thread below as Larysa shares tips 'n tricks for getting healthy and SLIM in time for summer! Watch her video below! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fOYkBQlPac read more..
More than a third of men want to wait until their new partner is ready before ha...
More than a third of men want to wait until their new partner is ready before having sex, while 13.7% head to the bedroom after three dates. Meanwhile, 30.8% of women wait for the relationship to become exclusive and 16.3% wait until marriage. Other dating stats: http://ow.ly/b8irG
Dating New People: How Fast Should Things Go? | Women's Health Online...
Match.com have surveyed more than 5,000 U.S. singles for the 2012 Singles In America Study, asking other daters when they think certain dating... read more..
Hummus
Free Hummus! Enter for a chance to win one of 10 Tribe Hummus prize packs (A $33 value)! http://on.self.com/JVU9XE
Self Healthy Food Award Sweepstakes read more..
Healthy Restaurant-Calories
You consume 36 percent more calories at a restaurant than when you eat at home. Follow these quick tips, and enjoy your meal (without packing on extra pounds): http://ow.ly/b8lc7
Healthy Restaurant Eating
Avoid derailing your diet when eating out read more..
Physical Reminder-Weight Loss Tips-Happy Hour-Lime Wedge
WEEKEND Weight Loss: Before you go to happy hour, decide how many Drinks you'll have ahead of time, and save a bottle cap, lime wedge, or swizzle stick from each. Studies have found that people tend to consume less when they have a physical reminder of how much they've already had! Read on for more great tips.
Weekend Weight Loss Tips | Fitbie
Yeah, you deserve to have fun when Friday rolls around, but that doesn't mean your diet has to go off the rails. How to treat yourself and still ward off Monday muffin top read more..
Chocolate Chip Cheesecake
Are you experiencing a craving for chocolate chip cheesecake or a frosted cookie right about now? Click to conquer it
The New Way to Conquer Cravings
The latest research says you can actually rewire your brain to keep junk-food temptation at bay. read more..
Sunday, 27 May 2012
Healthday News-Blood Clots-Aspirin
The evidence is mounting that we all should be taking an aspiring a day. Do you agree? http://ow.ly/b6Xco
Aspirin May Prevent Recurrence of Deep Vein Blood Clots - Health News -...
By Steven ReinbergHealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, May 23 (Healthday News) -- After suffering a type of blood clot called a venous thromboembolism,... read more..
Memorial Day-Barbecue-Picnic
Planning a Memorial Day picnic or barbecue? Find out which foods are best and worse for your health/ read more..
Muscle
Forget single muscle-group exercises, and instead focus on working with—not against—your body. Do these six exercises and you’ll be getting the workout your body needs—hitting every muscle, burning fat, and transforming your physique: http://ow.ly/b8q7B
The Six Best Exercises for Women | Women's Health Fitness Blog: Get...
Our bodies are built to work as a unit, performing all of these fundamental moves together—not in isolation read more..
World Health Organization
Campaigners on Saturday welcomed a World Health Organization pledge to tackle research and funding gaps concerning some of the developing world's biggest killer diseases. read more..
Saturday, 26 May 2012
Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards-Garage Sales-Car Seats-Helmet
Garage sale season is underway as communities, neighbourhoods and families put tables of used items up for sale. Garage sales are a great place to find deals but please think twice and ask the right questions before making a purchase:— Helmets Ottawa Public Health recommends that you never buy one used because you can’t always see the damages a helmet has received. This means that you can’t be certain that it will provide you with the protection you need from a major impact. For tips to help you choose the right helmet and ensure a good fit visit: http://www.ottawa.ca/en/health_safety/living/injury/helmet/index.html
If you are planning to buy a helmet, you may want to consider buying one on June 2, 2012 when there will be discounts from twenty three retailers participating in Capital Velo fest! Participating retailers, location, as well as the discount being offered will all be made available at: www.AdoptAHelmet.com
- Car Seats must have a National Safety Mark or the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards label. Contact Transport Canada at 613-998-8616 to find out about recalls or public notices. A car seat is not safe for use after 10 years. Also, car seats bought in the United States do not meet Canadian Standards and are illegal for use in Canada.
- Corded Window Coverings can pose a threat to children because they can become strangled in the cords. Make sure all safety devices, warning labels, and instructions come with these items.- Strollers made before 1985 do not meet current safety regulations, as such should not be bought. Strollers must have clearly marked the manufacturer name, date and model to check for recalls. Wheels, brakes and locking mechanisms must be checked to ensure they’re in working order.
- Cribs made before 1986 do not meet current safety regulations, as such should not be bought. Check to make sure there is a label that shows the crib meets CSA standards. It is not recommended to use cribs that are older than 10 years because they are more likely to have parts that are broken, worn or missing. Be aware that you can bring home beg bugs if you buy used furniture and mattresses. Inspect all used furniture and mattresses for signs of bed bugs. Refer to Bedbugsinfo.ca for more information.Anyone holding a garage sale is legally responsible for ensuring that the items are safe and meet regulatory requirements, but it’s still important for buyers to take charge of becoming informed about the item they want to buy. Please note that Health Canada has banned the selling of babywalkers and lawn darts with elongated tips because they pose an unreasonable danger in their normal use. For more information about garage sale safety, please visit:
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ahc-asc/media/advisories-avis/_2012/2012_72-eng.php http://ottawa.ca/en/health_safety/living/injury/index.htmlFor more information on this and other topics, please call the Ottawa Public Health Information Line at 613-580-6744 ¦ TTY 613-580-9656, visit ottawa.ca/health. read more..
The Nervous System-Dried Lavender-Essential Oil-Tea Benefits
yummyrawfood:Lavender Tea Benefits have been known for a long time as being particularly beneficial to disorders involving the nervous system.Lavender is an aromatic, shrubby, multi-branched herbal plant with a stem reaching a height of about 6 to 24 inches. Purple-colored flowers typically grow on the woody stems, although there are varieties that have pink and white flowers. Lavender bears very narrow, gray green leaves.Lavender has been valued as a scented herb throughout the centuries. The fragrance of lavender is known to relax and soothe the mind and the body. Many perfumeries include the essential oil of lavender in formulating their products.
The lavender plant is native to North and East Africa, the Mediterranean, Southern Europe, India and Arabia, but is also now cultivated and grown in such places as theUnited States and Japan. Lavender grows best at sites that are dry, and are exposed to good sunlight.The beneficial constituents of lavender include flavonoids, tannins, courmarines, and essential oil containing camphor, geraniol and linalool.To make lavender tea, simply infuse a handful of dried lavender blossoms in a pot of boiling water. Let the tea steep for about 7 to 10 minutes. Then strain and enjoy.The following are the health benefits attributed to lavender tea:
- Lavender tea may help ease insomnia.
- Lavender tea may help calm nervousness and anxiety. It may also be used to alleviate stress and uplift flagging spirits.
- Lavender tea may help treat an upset stomach, as well as flatulence and colic. It may also be used to treat stomach and bowel infections.
- Lavender tea may help alleviate depressive and migraine headaches.
- Lavender tea, when applied topically, may help alleviate colds, cough,asthma, bronchitis and similar problems in the respiratory system.
- Lavender tea may help induce sweating and consequently reduce the bodytemperature during fever.
- Lavender tea, when applied topically, may help heal cuts, wounds, ulcers and sores.
- Lavender tea is also useful as a mouthwash to combat halitosis.
Friday, 25 May 2012
Grapefruit Seed Extract-Benefits Of Grapefruit-Grapefruit Juice-Breast Cancer-Heart Disease
myjournalofhealth:Benefits of Grapefruit
Heart and Anti Inflammatory Benefits
Grapefruit is very rich in Vitamin C, a nutrient that has been shown to alleviate cold symptoms and improve immune function. In addition to being an immunity-booster, the Vitamin C found in grapefruit has also been proven to help with chronic inflammatory conditions like arthritis and asthma. Adding grapefruit to your diet also promotes heart health and helps to prevent death risk from stroke and heart disease by decreasing inflammation, blood clotting, and acting as an anti-oxidant. Antioxidants discourage decay and death at a cellular level by inhibiting the absorption of oxygen.
Cancer Fighting Benefits
Grapefruit contains limonoids, which are chemical compounds that are known to fight different types of cancers, and there are compounds in grapefruit pulp that can help prevent breast cancer. Tobacco smoke contains cancer-causing agents that are activated by certain enzyme activity; this is reduced by daily consumption of grapefruit juice, which is a powerful anti-oxidant, which helps lower the risks of colon and lung cancers. The primary defense mechanism of the body against cancer is DNA repair, a process which is aided by Naringenin, a flavonoid concentrated in grapefruit.
Natural Disinfectant
In addition to the many grapefruit benefits that are provided by consuming the actual flesh of the fruit, grapefruit seed extract has been proven as an excellent disinfectant because it effectively eliminates germs. It is one of the most effective antimicrobial agents to be discovered and also acts as a natural disinfectant. As it has virtually none of the toxicity of other cleaning products, it has already been put to use in some American hospitals. It can be used around the home for safely cleaning chopping boards, cooking utensils and even your toothbrush on occasion.
Non-Toxic Rome Remedy
Grapefruit seed extract is a safe, non-toxic remedy for a variety of different pesky conditions such as dandruff, warts, and corns. It works to eliminate head lice and mites when other products fail, and can even be used on pets for skin conditions such as mange, fleas or to treat certain infections. Grapefruit seed extract (GSE) can also be used against water and food borne illnesses such as diarrhea and dysentery when traveling, and in the garden as a bug spray or to remove mold and fungus. Grapefruit benefits the skin, too, as a topical anti-acne remedy and aromatherapy agent. (x) read more..
Counterculture Movement-Healthy Habits-Protests-Hippies-Pot
The counterculture movement wasn't just about peace, protests, and Pot! Here are five healthy habits we should steal from the hippies: http://bit.ly/LuRlOG
5 Health Moves the Hippies Got Right
Habits championed by our long-haired forbearers you should follow today. read more..
Belly Melt Diet Book-Weight Loss Foods-Flat Belly Foods
Guess what: your body doesn't WANT to store extra fat! Help it out by eating these 25 fat-burning foods
Flat Belly Foods That Improve Sleep - Prevention.com
http://ow.ly/b6PM9
Try these weight loss foods from the Belly Melt Diet book to sleep better and burn stomach fat read more..
Health Officials-Southern States-Healthday News-Strokes
THURSDAY, May 24 (Healthday News) -- While fewer people in the United States are dying from strokes, the number of strokes has remained about the same, health officials report. And their findings bear out the South's reputation as the nation's so-called "stroke belt." read more..
Thursday, 24 May 2012
Caramelized Onions-Mozzarella Cheese-Garden Veggies-Grilled Pizza-Bathing Suit
Dreaming about pizza? This pie piles on garden veggies, uses caramelized onions, and has a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese: http://ow.ly/b6Spj YUM.
Grape Tomato + Fresh Oregano Grilled Pizza | Cook Yourself Sexy: Easy...
This pizza screams, “I’m like, über gourmet!”–and “Healthy!” read more..
Planning on being in a bathing suit in the near future? Yep, us too. Follow Bob...
Planning on being in a bathing suit in the near future? Yep, us too. Follow Bob Harper's three skinny rules for a few more simple ways to slim down
Bob Harper's Skinny Rules - Prevention.com
http://ow.ly/b5vKq
Biggest Loser trainer Bob Harper offers insights on weight loss in his latest book, "The Skinny Rules." read more..
This kid shamed her school into making healthier lunches! What does your local s...
This kid shamed her school into making healthier Lunches! What does your local school cafeteria serve?
Nine-year-old’s lunch blog shames school into making changes
Martha Payne had some sad-ass lunches at her school in Scotland — unsatisfying food that sometimes had more hair than vegetables. So the 9-year-old decided to start a blog with photos and vit... read more..
Birth Control Pills-Unplanned Pregnancy-Contraception-Vaginal Ring
Women who choose birth control pills, the patch or vaginal ring are 20 times more likely to have an unplanned pregnancy than those using long-term methods such as IUDs and implants, a study found. read more..
The Great Birth Control Debate-Getty Images
The great birth control debate is over. Guess which method wins?
Study: IUDs, Implants Vastly More Effective Than the Pill - Health News...
Getty Images By Amanda MacMillan WEDNESDAY, May 23, 2012 (Health.com) — The small fraction of women who choose intrauterine devices (IUDs) or... read more..
Chef Michelle Bernstein-Lean Cuisine-James Beard
We’re thrilled to have James Beard Award-winning Chef Michelle Bernstein chatting LIVE with us for the next hour! She’s a Miami-based chef, famous for her Latin-style flavors of cooking (yum!) and is also a member of the Lean Cuisine Culinary Roundtable. Have questions or thoughts about food, fashion and FLAVOR? Comment on the thread below! read more..
Food And Drug Administration-Acute Coronary Syndrome-New Blood Thinner-Healthday News
WEDNESDAY, May 23 (Healthday News) -- An advisory panel to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday voted against a new use of a new blood thinner, Xarelto, to cut the risk of potentially lethal clots in people with acute coronary syndrome. read more..
Potato Nutrition-Baked Potato-Fatty Acids-Daily Value-Nutrients
In order to be healthy, potatoes need to be prepared correctly. This means they are baked without salt and eaten skin and all. When cooked this way they contain a number of important vitamins and nutrients. They contain 48% of your daily value of vitamin C and 46% of your daily value of B-6. They also provide nutrients such as potassium, iron, and magnesium. They even contain 38.9 mg of omega-3 fatty acids. When additives like sour cream and butter are left off, potatoes are a very low fat food. Potato nutrition is a little more complex than you may have previously thought.Potatoes have more nutritional value than most people think. Depending on how they are prepared, potatoes can actually be very nutritious. They contain vitamins, nutrients, and omega-3 fatty acids. With these beneficial spuds, there is no need to feel guilty about indulging in a tasty baked potato.via owl.com read more..
Questionable Ingredients-Sunscreen Ingredients-Allergic Reactions-Sunscreens
Some Sunscreens are loaded with seriously questionable ingredients that can induce adverse effects on your skin and body—such as allergic reactions, hormone disruption premature aging, and other carcinogenic symptoms. Scary and Safe Sunscreen Ingredients: http://ow.ly/b6SNN
6 Scary Sunscreen Ingredients and 6 Safe SPF Products | Women's Health...
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Jillian Michaels-Congratulations-Family
Congratulations to Jillian Michaels and her new family! Watch what Jillian has to say about being a mom (about 2 1/2 minutes into the video): http://ow.ly/b6P6n For more from Jillian, pick up the June issue of Women's Health, on newsstands now! read more..
Gluten
TELL US: Do you think it's healthy or all hype to go gluten-free?
Should You Give Up Meat, Dairy, or Gluten? | Fitbie
It’s become fashionable to trim an entire category of food from your diet, but before you agree to a life without meat, cheese, or bread consider this expert advice read more..
United Nations Agency-Fukushima
A year after an earthquake and tsunami triggered the Fukushima disaster, a United Nations agency preparing a report on the health effects says none of the six former reactor workers who have died since the catastrophe perished due to the effects of radiation. read more..
Natural Appetite Suppressants-Handful-Almonds
Nosh on a handful of almonds to satisfy your mid-morning snack craving. Not a fan of almonds? Just munch on one of these other natural appetite suppressants:
Top 25 Natural Appetite Suppressants
Snack on these healthy foods to stay full eating fewer calories! read more..
Motivational Tool-Phases
I know exactly how you feel! I don’t go through unhealthy eating kicks, but I go through (and am right now) not exercising phases. So this is a bit tough to answer. When you don’t feel like working out or are starting to get into the bad phase, just try to work through it and do a work out anyway. Don’t buy any bad food. Just think about how crappy it makes you feel and how truly disgusting it is. Since I’m in a similar boat, I really can’t think of anything else.If anyone has any idea’s or recommendations, put it in my ask so others can see too! (: read more..
Cognitive Decline-Health News-Smoking
Yet another reason to quick smoking. New research says lighting up can increase cognitive decline in men.Smoking May Hasten Mental Decline in Men - Health News - Health.comow.lyMONDAY, February 6, 2012 (Health.com) — The list of reasons to quit smoking just got longer. A new study published today on the website of the... read more..
Are you guys following our boards on Pinterest? We're loving this new, fun, visual way to bring you the latest on beauty, health, fitness, weight loss and food!HEALTH magazine (goodhealth)ow.lyHEALTH is using Pinterest, an online pinboard to collect and share what inspires you. read more..
Pledge
Click "Like" if you would take the Veg Pledge! http://bit.ly/KJquQs
Green Giant® - Two weeks, one daily cup: Food bloggers take the Veg Pledge
blog.greengiant.com
We recruited bloggers to participate in the Green Giant Veg Pledge — a challenge to pledge to eat at least one additional cup of vegetables every day for two weeks. Could you do it? read more..
National Cancer Institute-Cardiovascular Health-Research Questions-Good Cholesterol
Drink this, live longer! Plus more of today's Health News you need.
Health News Roundup: Study Links Coffee To Longer Life - Prevention.com
http://ow.ly/aYHiR
Coffee drinkers—whether they sip regular or decaf—are a little more likely to live longer, finds a new study involving 400,000 people by the National Cancer Institute. read more..
Breaking health news: Is "good cholesterol" just a myth?
Breaking health news: Is "good cholesterol" just a myth?
Research Questions Role Of HDL In Heart Health - Prevention.com
http://ow.ly/aZ7XN
A new study in the Lancet raises question about so called "good cholesterol," suggesting that HDL cholesterol might not be as important to cardiovascular health as believed. read more..
Wednesday, 23 May 2012
Monounsaturated Fats-Nutrients-Protein
You already know that Nutrients like fiber, Protein, and monounsaturated fats are necessary for long-term health. Now our Diet Doctor tells you where and how to get them to help you optimize your weight-loss progress: http://bit.ly/JlTnBT
8 Super Nutrients that Slim You Down
How to use food to fast track your weight-loss results. read more..
Teeth Whitening Mistake-The Latest Health News-Homemade French Fries-French Fry Recipe
We're loving this baked garlic-parmesan French fry recipe! The best part? These fries get just as crispy in the oven as they would in the deep fryer: http://bit.ly/J1aC6G
Garlicky French Fries with Parmesan and Parsley
The best thing about these healthy homemade French fries is how crispy they get. Plus, with the garlic, Parmesan, and parsley you’ll never want fast food fries again! read more..
The truth about cholesterol, the teeth whitening mistake you could be making, an...
The truth about Cholesterol, the teeth whitening mistake you could be making, and more of this week's top tips: http://ow.ly/b1amu
The Latest Health News and Health Headlines - Prevention.com
The latest health news and expert advice on teeth whitening, exercise-induced aches and pains, how to get ahead at work, and how much weight you... read more..
Junk Food
People: TREAT YOURSELF
Me: Yes I do. every day. I consider my foods TREATS & I treat myself to things other than Junk Food. I'm sorry I don't adapt to this society trying to tell me all I need to be happy and content is some french fries, a pizza, and a coke. read more..
Cravings
What do you do when the late-night Cravings hit? http://bit.ly/LAIRZf
When to Snack to Beat Late Night Food Cravings
When you snack is just as important as what you snack on when it comes to weight loss and maintenance. Find out the magic time. read more..
Australian Health Secretary-World Trade Organization-Tobacco Companies-Tobacco Industry
GENEVA (Reuters) - The Tobacco industry is providing legal advice to Ukraine and Honduras in their challenges to Australia's new tobacco packaging rules at the World Trade Organization, Australian Health Secretary Jane Halton said on Tuesday. "We know that the tobacco companies, because they have admitted it, are providing legal advice to WTO members in order to encourage them to take action against Australia," she said. ... read more..
Cardiovascular Health-Passive Smoking-Cigarette Smoke-Blood Vessels
Children exposed to their parents' cigarette smoke are at greater risk of suffering serious cardiovascular health problems later in life, a study showed Wednesday. read more..
Cancer Diagnosis-Carson Daly-Prevention-Caregivers-Nbc
NBC's The Voice host Carson Daly helps one Prevention writer with her father's recent cancer diagnosis:
Information And Support For Caregivers - Prevention.com
http://ow.ly/b4JEE
Caregivers are at an increased risk of emotional and physical health problems themselves. Here's how to find the support you need. read more..
Jillian Michaels-Facebook
Were you unable to join our Facebook chat with Jillian Michaels last week? No worries! Here's what you missed: http://ow.ly/b59Xl
Jillian Michaels Reader Q & A
Helpful health, fitness, and nutrition questions and answers from our Facebook chat with Jillian Michaels read more..
Energy Gels-Training-Marathon
Training for a long distance race like a half-Marathon or marathon doesn’t mean you’re doomed to sucking down goop (aka energy gels) every weekend. Enter energy chews: http://ow.ly/b4GKT
Grossed Out by Energy Gels? Try Energy Chews | Women's Health Running...
Like gels, energy chews contain carbohydrates (and sometimes caffeine) for energy, along with dehydration-fighting electrolytes in the form of... read more..
Prostate Cancer Screening-Psa Blood Test-Advisory Panel-Healthday News-Psa Test
TUESDAY, May 22 (Healthday News) -- Although a U.S. advisory panel no longer recommends that men routinely undergo prostate cancer screening with a PSA blood test, men should ask their doctors for the exam if they're uncomfortable without monitoring, health experts say. read more..
Weight Loss Tips-Deprivation
Want to lose weight? Guess what? Total deprivation doesn't work. These tips do: http://ow.ly/b3jPi
Weight Loss Tips That Don't Suck
If you tend to focus on what you have to give up for a diet plan--time, money, socializing--you're about to run out of excuses read more..
National Women&Amp;#39;S Health-Women&Amp;#39;S Health News-Jillian Michaels-Memorial Day
Memorial Day is around the corner! Eeek! How are you progressing on your Drop 10 Diet http://on.self.com/yocdCp? We're so happy to have continued support and weekly check-in's with our official RD's Willow & Steph from C&J Nutrition. And we are LOVING their 50's inspired kitchen! What motivates you to cook healthy? Chat with them within the thread below! read more..
National Women's Health Week Continues: Don't forget about our live chat with fi...
National Women's Health Week Continues: Don't forget about our live chat with fitness guru Jillian Michaels today from 1-2 pm EST right here on our Facebook page! More details: http://ow.ly/aZ9bi
Join our Jillian Michaels Facebook Chat | Women's Health News Blog:...
Get your health and exercise queries ready read more..
Memorial Day-Diet
Memorial Day on your mind? Sign up for the Drop 10 Diet to get started on your summer bod: http://on.self.com/yocdCp http://ow.ly/i/DvzD
HootSuite Photos read more..
Healthy Food-Protein-Salad
Having a salad for lunch? Great! Add some protein to it with our Healthy Food Award Winning selects- from ham to turkey to tuna, take your pick from our list: http://on.self.com/L7M56j read more..
Word Document-Food Journal
Oh, not that! I just think it’s dumb that I’m being dumb about it haha. I don’t miss it, it just feels weird not keeping it. I normally just write the date at the top, the time that I eat and scribble “sandwich” or something haha. read more..
Tuesday, 22 May 2012
Free Haagen Dazs-Miranda Lambert-Blake Shelton-Healthy Food
"I could have kept it to myself, but I'm glad I didn't." Wise words from Miranda Lambert!http://on.self.com/KpFNKK
Miranda Lambert on Body Image, Marriage to Blake Shelton and Hating...
The country superstar's got some bold opinions about the pressure to be slim, life with hot husband Blake Shelton and packing heat. You'll fall... read more..
Last chance!! Win Free Haagen Dazs!Today's Healthy Food Awards prize: Enter to...
Last chance!! Win Free Haagen Dazs!
Today's Healthy Food Awards prize: Enter to win one of 300 Haagen Dazs coupons!
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A new study suggests that nighttime fasting may help you lose weight, even on a...
A new study suggests that nighttime fasting may help you lose weight, even on a high-calorie, high-fat diet. Surprised? We were too! So we went to the experts to get more information: http://bit.ly/JiTApD
Nighttime Fasting: A New Way to Lose Weight?
If you couldn’t let anything cross your lips from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m., but you were allowed to eat anything you wanted for eight hours a day and still lose weight, would you try it? read more..
Memorial Day Weekend-Bloated Stomach-Flat Belly
It's almost Memorial Day weekend! Here are quick tips on how to get a Flat Belly by Friday:
Easy Ways to Flatten Your Belly - Prevention.com
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Eliminate a bloated stomach and flatten your belly in less than a week by eating a low sodium diet, cutting back on carbs, and avoiding certain other foods read more..
Food And Drug Administration-New Blood Thinner-Fatal Blood Clots-Heart Patients
MONDAY, May 21 (Healthday News) -- The new blood thinner Xarelto appears to lower the chances of potentially fatal blood clots in high-risk heart patients, a U.S. Food and Drug Administration review has found. read more..
Mental Disorders
In other news, I decided to go through some new followers’ blogs and then clicked one blog link from one of those because of the scary url and… well, now I am sad because the urls are about starving themselves. I hope you all know that the abc diet, purging, starving… none of those things work. If you want real, lasting results, if you want to be happy with your body… a healthy lifestyle is 100% what you need. I mean, think about it. I know eating disorders are mental disorders and these things are tough, but plenty of people have beaten theirs and that doesn’t mean you (those of you with problems like this) can’t. What truly sounds more effective… not eating, throwing up the food, eating like a bird, and hurting your body… or eating healthy, whole foods that nourish your body and give it strength to be what it’s meant to be. Nature intended us to eat these foods. If you believe in any god(s), then you know he/she/them put these things here for a reason, and that reason is for us to eat them. Not that any of what I’m saying really matters. You may read it, you may not, but I hope you really read this and not just look at it and feel hopeless or in denial. I know some of you who follow me are struggling with ed’s and ed behavior, and if you ever need someone to talk to, to rant to, to come to for advice… I am here. I don’t just say that to be nice and even if you wrote to me every day telling me what happened, what you might have accomplished with getting better, your entire ed story, anything. It won’t bother or annoy me. If you want to tell me about the other girl you saw with the perfect body and how fat you think you are, talk to me. I know I don’t have any experience dealing with ed’s, but I can still try to help and I can direct you to people who have struggled with and have overcome their ed’s. If you truly do need help losing weight or having a leaner/more tuned figure, message me! I can and will help you. This sort of turned into a rant, but I’m serious. Going on blogs and seeing these things seriously makes me sad. This is something that I want to help people with. I want you all to be happy, ed or not. I am here for all of you. read more..
Water Weight-Detox
Went a little overboard last night? It's okay. This 2-day non-crazy detox will get you back on track: http://ow.ly/b0Ebp You'll feel healthy, drop some water weight, and we promise, you won't feel deprived or hungry!
Print It: The Look Better Naked 2-Day Cleanse
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Natural Aphrodisiacs-Aphrodisiac Foods-Chocolate-Oysters
We've all heard about oysters and Chocolate and how they can get you in the mood to get it on. These aphrodisiac foods might surprise you: http://ow.ly/b0DQK
Which Foods Are Natural Aphrodisiacs?
Before you cook a sexy meal for your guy, take our quiz and see which foods can boost libido read more..
Goat Cheese-Brownies
Goat Cheese Brownies: These brownies are not only easy to make, but they manage to combine an inconceivable pairing of textures: fudgy and fluffy all in one bite! http://ow.ly/b0Fnt You're welcome.
Goat Cheese Brownies from Bruce Weinstein | Women's Health Food Blog:...
Who doesn’t love goat cheese? But it can get a little boring after you’ve crumbled it on a dainty arugula salad for the millionth time. read more..
School Aged Children-Hidden Population-Ill Parent-Fashion-Office
Are you caring for an ill parent? So is this 13-year-old and thousands of other school aged children.
Help for a 'hidden population' of caregiving kids - CNN.com
A group started by CNN Hero Connie Siskowski is helping the young people who must care for a sick, disabled or aging family member. read more..
It's casual Friday at Health.com! Are jeans a fashion 'do' at your office? Joi...
It's casual Friday at Health.com!
Are jeans a fashion 'do' at your Office? Join our live chat with Lauren Messiah Personal Stylist hand picked by Stacy London for Style for Hire at NOON EST today!
She'll answer all of your questions about dressing chic for summer on a budget! read more..
Monday, 21 May 2012
Healthday News-Research
Research: It's not WHAT you eat, it's WHEN you eat when it comes to weight. For mice, at least... http://ow.ly/aZd7D
It’s Not Just What You Eat, It’s When You Eat, Mouse Study Finds -...
THURSDAY, May 17 (Healthday News) -- While most of the research on diet and obesity focuses on what people eat, a new study in mice suggests that... read more..
Healthy Eating Tips-Workout Routine-Veggies
Same way you change up your Workout Routine, you should change up your Veggies. Check it out: http://ow.ly/b0EUm
Eat Healthy: Like This Veggie? Try That One!
Healthy eating tips to keep your food ideas fresh. If you're tired of the same-old produce picks, switch 'em out for these delish and superhealthy... read more..
Personal Genetic Testing-Health Services-Healthday News-Gene Tests
FRIDAY, May 18 (Healthday News) -- Personal genetic testing does not lead to an increased use of health services, a new study finds. read more..
The Federal Communications Commission-Telecommunications Regulator-Wireless Medical Devices
NEW YORK (Reuters) - The U.S. telecommunications regulator is expected to announce plans on Thursday to set aside spectrum to connect Wireless medical devices for more convenient health monitoring. The Federal Communications Commission said it is scheduled to vote on May 24 to adopt the plan for so-called Medical Body Area Networks, according to the telecom regulator, which has been working on the project for about two years. ... read more..
Back Fat
Back fat? No, thanks. Check out these three back fat blasting moves (Fit Bride tested): http://ow.ly/b0FQT
Blask Back Fat: The Best Back Exercises | Women's Health Fit Wedding...
Do two sets of this routine twice a week to rev up the muscles that improve your posture and overall strength. They’re your second biggest muscle... read more..
High Blood Pressure-Health Problems-Sleep Disorder-Healthday News-Heart Disease
SUNDAY, May 20 (Healthday News) -- Sleep apnea has already been linked to a host of adverse health problems, such as high blood pressure and Heart Disease. Now, new research suggests that in people who already have Cancer, the sleep disorder may raise their risk of dying from cancer. read more..
Health Inspections-Raw Milk Producer-Organic Pastures-Harmful Bacteria
Fresno, Calif.-based Organic Pastures passed the most recent health inspections brought on by a finding of "harmful bacteria in samples of butter, cream and cow manure," the Los Angeles Times reports. read more..
Sunday, 20 May 2012
Healthy Eating-Barrier-Women
According to a new poll, the No. 1 barrier that keeps Women from eating healthy food is cost. While half of women feel good about themselves and their eating habits, almost 40 percent believe they could do better. If you're part of that 40 percent, but are worried about cost, follow these simple tips from our weight-loss coach on how to eat healthfully on a budget: http://bit.ly/JSx992
Your Biggest Healthy Eating Barriers Solved!
Why don’t you stick to your healthy diet? Is it because of cost, time, social pressure? Nutritionist Cynthia Sass busts your biggest barriers. read more..
Food And Drug Administration-Clopidogrel Bisulfate-Generic Versions
THURSDAY, May 17 (Healthday News) -- While most of the research on diet and obesity focuses on what people eat, a new study in mice suggests that more attention should be given to when people eat. read more..
FDA Approves Generic Versions of Plavix
THURSDAY, May 17 (Healthday News) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday approved generic versions of the blood thinner Plavix (clopidogrel), making the widely used medication more affordable for those patients who need it. read more..
Generic Versions of Blood-Thinning Plavix Approved
THURSDAY, May 17 (Healthday News) -- The first generic versions of the blood-thinning drug Plavix (clopidogrel bisulfate) have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. read more..
Fashion
It's FASHION FRIDAY! Joining us to chat about the ultimate summer wardrobe is Lauren Messiah Personal Stylist from Style for Hire. Welcome to Health.com, Lauren! read more..
Healthy Eating-Temptations-Dessert-Nachos
Can’t say no to nachos? Always order dessert when you’re with the girls? Stay on the Healthy Eating track when social temptation hits with these expert-approved tips! http://bit.ly/KJWXoC
Overcome Social Eating Temptations
Don't let social temptations derail your diet! These expert-approved tips will help you stay on track. read more..
Obstetric Complications-Excessive Weight Gain-Healthy Dieting-Healthday News-Pregnancy
FRIDAY, May 18 (Healthday News) -- Eating a healthy, calorie-controlled diet during Pregnancy can help prevent excessive weight gain and cut the risk of obstetric complications, researchers report. read more..
Saturday, 19 May 2012
Chocolate Chip Cookie-Veggie
For dinner I went to this place called Martha Green’s and one side is a bakery type place (where I got a chocolate chip cookie) and then there’s the Sitting Room and it’s a little restaurant. It’s really neat. I got a Veggie wrap and asked for no mayo or cheese. Of course, like I do with everything, I took a photo of it (well, I took 2). I was looking at them earlier and noticed one of them, around the avocado, kind of looked a bit too creamy and lighter than the avocado. My first thought was…. I hope that was not mayo. I hate mayonnaise, I can not eat that disgusting stuff. It’s funny, because in 9th grade, a girl in my health class hated mayo and I was like WHAT. I used to just have mayo and bologna sandwiches. Gross, right? And now I hate it. Sometimes, even after shows, I’d feel really gross and greasy feeling (even though I wasn’t even oily or anything) and I explained it as feeling like I was slathered in mayo. So yeah. The point of this story…. There better not have been mayo on my veggie wrap. read more..
Gluten
Just 10 years ago, barely anyone knew what the word gluten meant, let alone gave any thought to avoiding it. But now gluten-free diet menus are all the rage. What's the deal: Is Gluten Bad For You? http://ow.ly/aZ9Co
Is Gluten Bad for Your Body? | Women's Health Magazine
Before you hop on the bandwagon, read this read more..
Diabetes Control-Physical Health-Healthday News
THURSDAY, May 17 (Healthday News) -- Many people know diabetes -- both type 1 and type 2 -- can take a serious toll on physical health. But these blood-sugar disorders also can affect your emotions and, in turn, your emotions can wreak havoc on your diabetes control. read more..
Bacterial Infections-Healthday News-Fish Pedicure
THURSDAY, May 17 (Healthday News) -- "Fish pedicures" in health spas can expose recipients to a host of pathogens and Bacterial Infections, a team of researchers warns. read more..
Centers For Disease Control And Prevention-Lead Poisoning In Children-Scientific Studies
ATLANTA (Reuters) - The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cut its threshold level for defining lead poisoning in children to 5 micrograms per deciliter on Wednesday from 10, marking the first such reduction in 20 years. "The recommendation was based on a growing number of scientific studies showing that even low blood lead levels can cause lifelong health effects," the CDC said, in adopting the recommendation of an advisory committee. "Today, CDC is officially announcing our agreement with that recommendation. ... read more..
Friday, 18 May 2012
Medical Officer Of Health-Texting While Driving-Pledge-Levy
Dr. Levy, Ottawa’s Medical Officer of Health took the LeaveThePhoneAlone.ca pledge, joining over a thousand other pledgers so far. The pledge affirms that Dr. Levy will avoid distractions caused by talking, texting, or using a hand-held electronic device while operating a vehicle. According to LeaveThePhoneAlone.ca, “drivers who use hand held devices are four times as likely to get into crashes serious enough to injure themselves”, and even hands-free driving is not the safest option. Dr. Levy has pledged to stop distracted driving along with 1600+ others who are also doing their part to make our roads safer – LeaveThePhoneAlone.ca is gaining momentum, will you pledge to do the same? If you’re still not convinced that texting while driving is dangerous, we invite you to watch this video of “The impossible texting and driving test” and think again! read more..
Weight Crisis
The real impact of 5%:
Little Steps Can Mean A Big Health Boost - Prevention.com
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By taking small steps, you can tackle your own weight crisis one day at a time—and see a huge payoff. Here’s how, from the experts featured in The Weight of the Nation. read more..
Thursday, 17 May 2012
Public Health Issue-Crime Statistics-Drug Treatment-Criminal Acts-Illegal Drugs
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. crime statistics show illegal drugs play a central role in criminal acts, providing new evidence that tackling drugs as a public health issue could offer a powerful tool for lowering national crime rates, officials said on Thursday. An annual drug monitoring report, released by the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, also showed a decline in the use of cocaine since 2003, a sign that drug-interdiction efforts and public education campaigns may be curtailing the use of the drug's powder and crack forms. ... read more..
American Heart Month-Heart Attacks-Heart Health-Health News-Magnets
February is American Heart Month. How much do you know about heart health? Take our quiz to find outHow Much Do You Know About Heart Health?ow.lyFor years, heart attacks were thought to be strictly for men. We now know heart trouble doesn't discriminate. In fact, it's the No. 1 cause of... read more..
Are children who are depressed major magnets for bullies? Learn more about the d...
Are children who are depressed major magnets for bullies? Learn more about the dynamics of peersAre Depressed Kids Bully Magnets? - Health News - Health.comow.lyWEDNESDAY, February 8, 2012 (Health.com) — Psychologists, not to mention parents, have long observed that kids who seem depressed tend to have... read more..
Coffee
Could there be twigs in your coffee?
Food Fraud: 7 Most Common Cases - Prevention.com
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Coffee is one of the 7 most common food frauds. read more..
Jillian Michaels-Reader Questions-Attainable Goals-Swimsuit Season-National Women
Are you ready for bikini weather?! Although you can safely lose only about 1 to 2 pounds of Body Fat a week, you can feel more confident by swimsuit season if you begin making changes today. Here are 7 attainable goals to set and stick to, starting now: http://ow.ly/aVVRk
Lose Weight for Summer Swimsuit Season | Women's Health Fitness Blog:...
While only you know what you’ve been hiding underneath all those layers, you’re not the only one who feels insecure this time of year. read more..
In honor of National Women’s Health Week, fitness guru Jillian Michaels will be...
In honor of National Women’s Health Week, fitness guru Jillian Michaels will be answering reader questions live on our Facebook page Friday, May 18th, from 1-2 pm EST! More info: http://ow.ly/aWQKb What would you like to ask Jillian? read more..
Healthy Fats-Getty Images-Health News
We told you not all Fats were bad for you! Even more evidence to back that up:
Healthy Fats May Guard Against Brain Decline - Health News - Health.com
Getty Images By Matt McMillen MONDAY, February 27, 2012 (Health.com) — Eating a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids—healthy fats found in abundance in... read more..
Healthy Lunch Recipes-Healthy Lunches-Sandwiches-Type
What's your favorite Type of Sandwich? http://bit.ly/KyNwYY
Healthy Lunch Recipes: Top 10 Sandwiches Under 300 Calories
These perfect healthy lunches taste far better than restaurant food. read more..
Cholesterol Doctrine-Good Cholesterol-Modern Medicine
Researchers on Thursday challenged a tenet of modern medicine that higher levels of "good" cholesterol automatically boost cardiovascular health. read more..