Posted November 13, 2011
People who suffer from migraine headaches not only find them painful, but in some cases debilitating. For some it is impossible to continue everyday activities until the migraine has subsided. According to a recent online article from USA Today migraines are a quality-of-life issue. According to the article there are triggers for migraines that include everything […]
Read MorePosted November 10, 2011
The reality that obesity is commonly a family issue has begun to sink in across the country. A recent study that was highlighted in the Los Angeles Times showed the promising results of behavioral therapy when used to treat obesity. The study found that overwhelmingly, not only did the participants respond but the family benefited as […]
Read MorePosted November 09, 2011
Reducing the amount of salt in your diet is much more difficult than one would think. It is well known that salt in excessive amounts can cause health problems. Food ingredient labels have been created in part to help people avoid sodium in their diets. According to a recent Los Angeles Times article salt may […]
Read MorePosted November 08, 2011
There was a time when the idea of having plastic surgery as an older adult was frowned upon. These days appear to be gone. According to a recent online industry article not only are the numbers up for older Americans considering plastic surgery but they appear to be in higher concentrations for facial procedures. According to […]
Read MorePosted November 03, 2011
In these busy times it is easy to feel overwhelmed, worn down and without energy.
Read MorePosted November 02, 2011
Patients who are diagnosed with diabetes are sometimes made to feel as though they have done something wrong. It is now becoming known that patients are feeling guilty and responsible for their diabetes diagnosis. According to a recent NBC news story patients are left with the impression that their diabetes is a result of an overindulgence of […]
Read MorePosted November 01, 2011
Dance is more popular now than it was when John Travolta danced to Saturday Night Fever. Now it has a new twist. Dance is now a major part of the fitness category. According to Self.com women all over the country are toning their bodies to hip-hop, salsa, and even classical ballet.
Read MorePosted October 31, 2011
As we approach the flu season there will be many people sniffling, coughing, and sneezing. The big decision becomes should they go to work or stay at home and try to feel better. According to a recent online article on the grindstone the writer shared her view. She wrote in part, I realize that none of us like to feel weak.
Read MorePosted October 30, 2011
Commuting to work is very much a part of the lives of many in the Los Angeles area. A new study says that commuting could have very bad consequences when it comes to our health.ABC news reported that Swedish researchers surveyed 21,000 workers aged 18 to 65, and those who commuted by car or public transit reported more everyday stress, exhaustion, missed work days and generally poorer health compared to the active commuters, according to the study published Oct.
Read MorePosted October 27, 2011
Aging patients, especially women are at risk of health issues with their thyroid. According to a recent online article people who are using what they think are natural supplements may actually be causing more harm than good.
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