Every time the seasons change 35 million Americans start sneezing, rubbing their watery eyes, blowing their stuffy noses, and itching like mad. They are the ranks of seasonal allergy sufferers, joined by another 50 million kindred souls who endure an even wider variety of allergic reactions to trees, grass, flowers,…
Naturally thin people eat anything they want, don’t have to work their butts off at the gym, and magically remain thin and toned! What many don’t realize about naturally slender people is that it isn’t that easy. Good genes and an overactive metabolism only go so far towards keeping in…
In today’s world of monitoring everything from your body mass index to measuring your waistline, many people don’t realize that you can be fit and fat at the same time. It is extremely possible to be fit, yet considered overweight by many of today’s standards. A large part of this…
Milk – it does a body good. Right? Well, not always. Do you think you might have trouble digesting milk or milk products? Do you find yourself bloated or gassy after eating dairy? Are you left wondering “am I lactose intolerant?” Read on to find out more about the causes,…
For the morbidly obese, most of whom have tried the diet route without success, bariatric surgery may be the last best option. With the range of obesity related diseases and obesity itself on the rise, bariatric surgery and its quick weight loss may be the solution for a return to…
By Lauren S. Johnson It is no surprise that vitamin D and calcium are responsible for warding off osteoporosis. However, not too many of us are aware of the fact that bone loss can be a result of our daily diet. In today’s hectic society a lot of us are…
By Peter Hutch Acid reflux disorder, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD, is a condition worthy of ample attention. This chronic and complicated health problem affects the digestive tract by causing inflammation and even permanent damage to the esophagus. Because it affects a great number of people world-wide,…
Severe lactose intolerance can be an uncomfortable condition that involves gas, bloating and stomach pain after consuming milk products. The condition occurs when the body doesn’t produce enough of the enzyme lactase, which breaks down the sugar found in milk. Without the right amount of this enzyme, milk products are…
When it comes to choking, every second counts. Whether it’s a loved one or a complete stranger, there is a lot to be said for choking awareness. Being at the right place at the right time – and knowing how to jump into action – can mean the difference between…
Are you thinking about jumping into the next fad diet trend? Popular plans such as the Atkins and South Beach Diet promise to help you lose weight fast and easily, but most dieters find that they can’t sustain the weight loss — and end up gaining even more weight back!…