January 3, 2009

Statistics on Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are as prevalent as eating habits in any part of the world. Statistics have just been able to tell us why eating disorders have become daily habits for many people. Although exact figures may not be available for such findings, statistical records that are gradually gaining ground have pointed out the major factors that result in eating disorders across the world.

Men with eating disorders

January 1, 2009

Protein Nutrition

Summary: Revealing the protein nutrition myths.

Like any other health-related issues, protein nutrition has its share of facts versus hearsay. Read on and you might just discover that what you believed all along was nothing more than an old wives’ tale.

Myth 1: Diets high in protein are bad.

People have been holding on to this belief like they would to a gold crown. They claim that protein can cause kidney problems and osteoporosis. Studies pointed that the claim was because people who have had kidney problems as a result of high protein diet actually had existing kidney problems. Osteoporosis hasn’t been proven to be caused by high protein nutrition intake. There are no known scientific studies or research to prove that both these claims are true.

December 31, 2008

Depression and Coronary Heart Disease

Depression is now considered a major health problem, particularly those health problems related to heart disease. It is now important to recognize that depression is directly linked with heart disease. Depression is an illness that can affect anyone at any time.

Research shows that depression is extremely common with people who have coronary heart disease. Depression is known to increase the risk of further heart problems in people with coronary disease. Depression is a risk factor for coronary heart disease. Depression is sometimes under recognized and under treated. Depression once diagnosed can be treated efficiently.

December 30, 2008

Causes of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s disease is a complex brain disorder that results in the gradual degeneration of most of the mental functions of an affected person as well as his physical abilities in the long run. Much of the research on this degenerative disease is focused on identifying the causes of Alzheimer’s. There are many theories. Below are some of them:

The Age Factor

December 29, 2008

Simple Heartburn Home Remedies

Heartburn is a problem for many people, leading to discomfort at bedtime or after meals, and can be a chronic problem for many people. There is a huge market for medicine for heartburn and antacids; in fact, one of the most sold drugs in the world at one time was a drug for treating heartburn! However, if you want to try to avoid treating your heartburn without turning to medicines or other store-bought methods, you can try some simple home remedies for heartburn that can help with your problem.

Remedies You Drink

December 21, 2008

Anti aging nutrition

As the first baby boomers enter their 60′s, research into ways to slow down the aging process has increased dramatically. The results of this research often creates more questions then it answers.

Here’s a sampling of some of the various ways to try and hold back or slow down the aging process:

If you think that cutting off all the fat from your diet is going to make you look better, think again. A move like that could age you faster instead.

Metallic Smell Bad Breath

Bad breath, or halitosis, usually smells like rotten eggs. Sometimes other unpleasant smells or odors may also be noticed. The cause could be traced back to sulfur compounds that are released as waste products by bacteria living inside the mouth. However, there are instances when metallic smell bad breath occurs. This unusual symptom could indicate that the individual is suffering from a condition other than simple bad breath.

How to Identify the Problem

Metallic smell bad breath is a rare symptom. Only very few people have metallic smelling breath and usually it is due to an underlying condition that may have caused unusual symptoms like metallic smell bad breath.

Many Simple And Natural Cures For Heartburn Are Available

It is not impossible to find a cure for heartburn and many natural remedies present themselves as candidates for curing heartburn, and many of these remedies have been passed from generation to generation. Heartburn is a condition that almost everyone has experienced, though chronic heartburn is less common. Keeping a close check on what one eats, drinks and when one eats and drinks should help control the onset of heartburn.

Fennel Tea Is Wonderful For Heartburn Relief

December 15, 2008

Societal pressures eating disorders

Man is a social animal. Every person has three facets to his perosna, one that he knows about himself, another is what others know about him, and the third is what he wants others to know about him. The last said, is the cause of all kinds societal pressures. At every stage of a person’s life, there is pressure on a person to be perceived in a particular manner by society. A person who is having an overweight or obesity condition, also faces social stress.

How these pressures are created.

December 10, 2008

Beating Diabetes With A Positive Mental Attitude

If you are battling diabetes or know a loved one who is suffering from the same condition, the most powerful tool you have in your fight for good health and a long healthy lifestyle is your attitude.

Once the reality of diabetes has set in, you can either live with this disease and suffer for the rest of your life or you can cope with diabetes and maintain high energy levels and strong health. It’s your choice and it is how you approach your attitude and perception of the situation which makes all the difference in the world.

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