Archive for November, 2008

Fight holiday fat by burning 100 calories a day

November 27th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

If you can’t fit in your full exercise routine, squeezing in a mini workout that burns just 100 calories can help counter those holiday cookies and cocktails.

No sweat: Obamas work fitness into daily routine

November 27th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

Michelle Obama, shown at a working women's round table discussion in Pontiac, Mich., works out for 90 minutes three times a week.Many women recoil at the thought of baring their arms in sleeveless dresses or blouses, but not Michelle Obama — half of the fabulously fit new first couple.

Calls for national infant formula recall spread (AP)

November 27th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

AP – Disclosure that laboratory tests have detected traces of contamination in several major brands of infant formula generated concern and confusion Wednesday, with a national consumer’s group and the Illinois attorney general demanding a Food and Drug Administration recall and the federal agency saying it had released inaccurate information on what chemicals were found in which top selling products.

Health Tip: Caring for Your Skin With Acne (HealthDay)

November 27th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — If you have acne, it's important to gently
clean the skin, particularly on the face.

Health Tip: Blood Pressure Too High? (HealthDay)

November 26th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — High blood pressure is a risk factor for
heart disease — so to help your heart, you should get your blood pressure
under control.

Changing your mind can change your body, too

November 16th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

The first step in charting the right course to fitness is to recognize how your thoughts are undermining your exercise plan.Psychologists say our “self talk” or “internal dialogue” can make or break a fitness routine. The problem is that many people simply aren’t aware of how destructive their thoughts are.

A running friendship saves the life of one pal

November 16th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

Antonio Douglas, left, races his boss, Cactus Car Wash owner Frank Lynch, right, during an charity 100 meter dash at Grady High School Stadium Sunday, Oct. 26, in Atlanta. The men’s friendship helped Douglas, who was formerly obese, shed 151 pounds.Insults aside, this is a tale of an unlikely friendship that saved a life. It kept a boss from giving up  on a man he considered not only a business investment, but a personal challenge.

Many Ignore Symptoms of Bladder Trouble (HealthDay)

November 16th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

HealthDay – SATURDAY, Nov. 15 (HealthDay News) — Are you paying enough
attention to your bladder?

Health Highlights: Nov. 15, 2008 (HealthDay)

November 16th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

HealthDay – Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments,
compiled by editors of HealthDay:

Are you running yourself to death?

November 6th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

Thousands of runners participate in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Oct. 12, 2008, in Chicago, Ill. Running a marathon puts severe and sometimes dangerous stress on your body. Why do so many people still want to do it?