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We live in a world of toxins. There are the pesticides, hormones, antibiotics, food additives, and genetically modified organisms that lace much of our food supply. There are chemicals we use to clean our homes and other clothing, and the environmental pesticides, industrial toxins and other chemicals that plague mother earth.
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Big Macs, french fries and McFlurries will be on the menu at the London Olympics.
Two new government studies show young people are still putting themselves at risk for skin cancer by getting sunburned and going to indoor tanning beds.
To witness the odd power of celebrities at the fragrance counter, look no further than two of today's top women's perfume stars: One is a teenage boy. The other, deceased.
Eliminate smoking in youth-rated movies.
To prevent or minimize carpal tunnel issues related to work, occupational therapist Debbie Amini suggests:
Communicating with an Alzheimer's patient can be a difficult task to master, especially in the latter stages. As patients advance further into the disease, it will become even more difficult for them to express themselves through conventional methods.
Regaining mobility can be tough after an injury or illness, but the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is trying to put some fun into it. The group's new board game, A Nation in Motion, looks a lot like Chutes and Ladders, but instead you'll take the road to recovery and go down Ankle Sprain Alley.
Want to win? Then make sure you hydrate.
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Q: I'm getting married in a few months to a man who has never been married and has no children of his own. He's in the process of moving out of his house and into mine with my two daughters (14 and 12 years old). After a conversation the other day, my 12-year-old told me that she doesn't like my fiancé, and though she has said she loves him, she has never meant it. She said still loves her own dad even though she was only 2½ when he left us for another woman and we haven't seen him since.
For a sharper, more attentive mind, a new study recommends that you learn a new language.
The national recommendation for regular physical activity to stay healthy is attainable. Adults are encouraged to get at least 30 minutes of physical activity five times a week or more. This means walking the dog or walking to the bus stop counts as exercise.
I have always said that keeping your loved one in a simple routine is No. 1 in caring for people with Alzheimer's.
Toddlers just learning how to chew and feed themselves can still handle a variety of healthy foods. "You want to instill a good appetite for these foods right away," says Chloe Devening, a registered dietitian in Glen Allen, Va. Some of her ideas:
Prom season is here, and the costs just keep getting more and more out of hand.
Pharmacies aren't the only spot offering diabetics extra resources and education.
Although anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorders often surface during adolescence, girls (and boys) can show signs of trouble much earlier. "Catching these problems quickly can prevent a lifelong struggle," says Jill Layne, a licensed clinical social worker with Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters in Norfolk, Va. Some red flags:
Asparagus and prosciutto often appear together as an appetizer, with the ham wrapped around the asparagus. It has always struck me as a little fussy, so I've taken the combo and made it even more flavorful. To up the taste, I grill the asparagus. I use just enough farfalline (mini bow-tie pasta) to give the dish more body. Thin strips of prosciutto and basil finish the dish. If you can't find farfalline, any small salad or soup pasta will do. When you cut the prosciutto, do so one slice at a time. If you stack the slices, the pieces will stick together.
As part of an ongoing effort to crack down on and prevent prescription drug abuse, area law enforcement organizations are participating in today's Operation Medicine Cabinet Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Anonymously drop off any prescription medications you can no longer use from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Large doses of vitamin C may moderately reduce blood pressure, Johns Hopkins researchers have found.
You are what you eat. And what you eat can hurt you.
Chances are good that if you've fallen off your diet in the past, it was because you felt deprived of food. According to Barbara Rolls, a Pennsylvania State University professor of nutritional sciences, you can actually lose weight by eating more if you choose the right foods.
Braces and clear plastic aligners create new pockets that collect food and bacteria, raising the risk of cavities and ugly stains. "The best results occur when patients become active participants during orthodontic treatment," says Dr. William Harper, a dentist in Poquoson, Va. His tips:
As a former caregiver, I know what it is to devote years and years to a loved one's well-being.
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