Archive for December, 2008

Lose weight, gain a ‘loose suit’ of skin?

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

After a massive weight loss, what's the best way to get rid of unflattering saggy skin?Can you lose a lot of weight without becoming a ‘saggy, baggy elephant’? How well can exercise fight the flab? And is it possible to lose fat only in desired areas but not in others?

Health Tip: Why You May Have Erectile Dysfunction (HealthDay)

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

HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — Erectile dysfunction occurs when a man can't
achieve or maintain an erection during sex.

Health Tip: Prevent Headaches During Pregnancy (HealthDay)

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

HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — Headaches among pregnant women are a common
complaint, but in many cases they can be prevented, the American Pregnancy
Association says.

Leaner nations bike, walk, use mass transit

December 17th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

A study in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health finds a correlation between "active transportation" and obesity rates in 17 industrialized countries. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)New research finds a link between “active transportation” — biking, walking or taking mass transit — and less obesity in 17 industrialized countries across Europe, North America and Australia.

Frugal fitness: gifts for under $50

December 17th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

You don’t have to spend a lot of money to give the gift of fitness this holiday season.

Radiation Plus Hormone Therapy Cuts Prostate Cancer Deaths (HealthDay)

December 17th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

HealthDay – MONDAY, Dec. 15 (HealthDay News) — Men with locally advanced prostate
cancer — cancer that has spread beyond the wall of the prostate gland —
who undergo radiation plus long-term hormone treatment cut their risk of
dying in half, a new study has found.

Children of Centenarians Face Lower Heart Risks (HealthDay)

December 17th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

HealthDay – TUESDAY, Dec. 16 (HealthDay News) — Longevity runs in families, the
saying goes, and new research shows there may be genetic and physiological
reasons for the phenomenon.

Health Highlights: Dec. 6, 2008 (HealthDay)

December 7th, 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:

Avoiding a Holiday Season of Discontent (HealthDay)

December 7th, 2008 by Greg | No Comments | Filed in General Health

HealthDay – SATURDAY, Dec. 6 (HealthDay News) — For many people, stress is
as much a part of the holiday season as family gatherings and good food.