Sunday, April 13, 2008
Healthy Weight Management Articles by Discovery Health
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New Drug Counteracts Overeating
New Tech: Run With a Partner Who's Miles Away
Cut Your Diet's "Energy Density" and Lose Weight
Dieting Is Usually Healthy for Older Adults
100% Juice Not to Blame for Overweight Kids
Four Benefits of Drinking Lots of Water
Why Calorie Restriction Might Prolong Life
Tools
Calorie Burn Rates
Find Your Activity
Procrastination Test
Do It Now
BMI Calculator
Measure Yourself
Diet & Fitness Spotlight
Before You Start Running ...
... here are a few things you really need to know.
Back to the Future Workout
Here's a great, low-cost exercise ... jumping rope!
The Facts on Fats
Saturated, monounsaturated, trans and poly. Are you confused yet? Here's the scoop.
Great Recipes
Performance Living Tips
10 Weight Prevention Tips Every Woman Should Know
How Can Anyone Eat Healthy EVERY DAY?
I Want to Keep Exercising, But How Can I Keep My Energy Level Up?
Weight Loss Success in Your 20s
Weight Loss Success in Your 30s
Weight Loss Success in Your 40s
Women Over 50: Nutritional Needs
Community/Social Network
Information Station
Diet & Fitness News:Thin People May Be Fat Inside
Walking Test Helps Predict Lifespan
Even Small Weight Gains Increase Reflux Risk
In-School Program Effective in Helping Kids Fight Obesity
Gene May Explain Bulimia-Obsessive-Compulsive Link
Poverty Increases Teens' Risk of Being Overweight
High-Carb Drink Eases SAD Symptoms
Trans Fats May Speed "Spare Tire"
Higher Weight Means Higher Diabetes Risk
What to Do About Discolored Teeth
7 Facts About Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Constipation Drug Pulled From Market
Healthy Links
Using the Web
Top Ten Most Useful Websites - Medical Library Association
Emergencies & Abuse
Checklist for Leaving an Abuser
Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network
State Domestic Violence Resources
General Information
MedlinePlus: Women’s Health Topics
National Women’s Health Information Center
Our Bodies, Ourselves
GirlsHealth.gov
FamilyDoctor.org - American Academy of Family Physicians
MayoClinic.com
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Adolescent Health
Go Ask Alice!
Sex, Etc.
TeensHealth
TeenWire
Birth
American College of Nurse-Midwives
Childbirth Connection
Emergency Childbirth
Postpartum Support International
BreastfeedingLa Leche League
Cancer
Women’s Cancers (National Cancer Institute)
Women’s Cancer Network
Heart Health
American Heart Association
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Mental HealthMental Health Services Locator
Postpartum Support International
Pregnancy
American Pregnancy Association
Childbirth ConnectionMarch of Dimes
Sexual Health & Sexually Transmitted Infections
American Social Health Association
Planned Parenthood
Sex, Etc.
Drug Addiction
National institute on Drug Abuse
Drugfree.com
methhelpline.com
Health & Well being
Kemetic Yoga
Top Ten Most Useful Websites - Medical Library Association
Emergencies & Abuse
Checklist for Leaving an Abuser
Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network
State Domestic Violence Resources
General Information
MedlinePlus: Women’s Health Topics
National Women’s Health Information Center
Our Bodies, Ourselves
GirlsHealth.gov
FamilyDoctor.org - American Academy of Family Physicians
MayoClinic.com
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Adolescent Health
Go Ask Alice!
Sex, Etc.
TeensHealth
TeenWire
Birth
American College of Nurse-Midwives
Childbirth Connection
Emergency Childbirth
Postpartum Support International
BreastfeedingLa Leche League
Cancer
Women’s Cancers (National Cancer Institute)
Women’s Cancer Network
Heart Health
American Heart Association
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Mental HealthMental Health Services Locator
Postpartum Support International
Pregnancy
American Pregnancy Association
Childbirth ConnectionMarch of Dimes
Sexual Health & Sexually Transmitted Infections
American Social Health Association
Planned Parenthood
Sex, Etc.
Drug Addiction
National institute on Drug Abuse
Drugfree.com
methhelpline.com
Health & Well being
Kemetic Yoga
Safety First (Emergency Numbers)
The best time to prepare for an emergency is before it happens. Make sure your family knows emergency phone numbers — and that your kids know how to place a call for help.
Need-to-Know Numbers
During an emergency, it’s easy to become disoriented or upset, so you need to have all important phone numbers readily available ahead of time.
Write each phone number clearly so that it will be easy for kids to read. Use a pen with dark-colored ink because pencil or light-colored ink can be harder to read when you’re in a hurry or if lights are dim. If you choose to create your own phone list, make sure it includes the following numbers:
–emergency medical services. In most places this is 911, but your community may have its own number — check your telephone book if you’re unsure.
–poison control center: 1-800-222-1222. This toll-free number will put you in touch with the poison control center in your state.
–hospital emergency room
–fire department
–police department
–your child’s doctor
–parents’ work
–parents’ cell phone and/or pager
–neighbors and/or relatives
Your list should also include known allergies (especially to any medication), medical conditions, and insurance information for all members of the family.
Because accidents can happen in any part of the home, make copies of the completed list and post one near every telephone in the house. In addition, make sure that people who come to the house to watch your children (babysitters or relatives, for example) familiarize themselves with the list.
Teaching Your Child How to Call for HelpEven very young children can be taught how to place an emergency call for help. To place a call to 911 and talk to the operator, your child should know:
–how to dial 911 (or the emergency number in your community)
–his or her full name
–his or her full address
–how to give a short description of the emergency
Have your child practice by speaking into a telephone (make sure the telephone is off). Suggest a situation, such as “Mommy’s fallen down the stairs and can’t get to the phone. Now what do you do?”After your child enters the number, prompt him or her with questions that an emergency operator would ask, such as “What is your name?,” “Where are you calling from?,” and “What is the emergency?”
Stress that the description should be short (”Mommy fell down the stairs”) and that he or she should try to stay calm. Practice until your child feels comfortable.
No one wants to think about an emergency happening at home, but it’s better to face that possibility than to be caught unprepared. So keep emergency numbers close by — it’s a small step that could have big consequences.
Need-to-Know Numbers
During an emergency, it’s easy to become disoriented or upset, so you need to have all important phone numbers readily available ahead of time.
Write each phone number clearly so that it will be easy for kids to read. Use a pen with dark-colored ink because pencil or light-colored ink can be harder to read when you’re in a hurry or if lights are dim. If you choose to create your own phone list, make sure it includes the following numbers:
–emergency medical services. In most places this is 911, but your community may have its own number — check your telephone book if you’re unsure.
–poison control center: 1-800-222-1222. This toll-free number will put you in touch with the poison control center in your state.
–hospital emergency room
–fire department
–police department
–your child’s doctor
–parents’ work
–parents’ cell phone and/or pager
–neighbors and/or relatives
Your list should also include known allergies (especially to any medication), medical conditions, and insurance information for all members of the family.
Because accidents can happen in any part of the home, make copies of the completed list and post one near every telephone in the house. In addition, make sure that people who come to the house to watch your children (babysitters or relatives, for example) familiarize themselves with the list.
Teaching Your Child How to Call for HelpEven very young children can be taught how to place an emergency call for help. To place a call to 911 and talk to the operator, your child should know:
–how to dial 911 (or the emergency number in your community)
–his or her full name
–his or her full address
–how to give a short description of the emergency
Have your child practice by speaking into a telephone (make sure the telephone is off). Suggest a situation, such as “Mommy’s fallen down the stairs and can’t get to the phone. Now what do you do?”After your child enters the number, prompt him or her with questions that an emergency operator would ask, such as “What is your name?,” “Where are you calling from?,” and “What is the emergency?”
Stress that the description should be short (”Mommy fell down the stairs”) and that he or she should try to stay calm. Practice until your child feels comfortable.
No one wants to think about an emergency happening at home, but it’s better to face that possibility than to be caught unprepared. So keep emergency numbers close by — it’s a small step that could have big consequences.
Breast Cancer Symptoms by Nathalie Fiset
December 28th, 2007
Every year, more women are diagnosed with breast cancer. Statistics show that on the average, 1 out of 8 women can have the illness. The good news, however, is that it can actually be treated. At present, there are significantly more breast cancer survivors than there were 10 or 20 years ago. Aside from medical breakthrough, the reason for this increase is early detection. As soon as we see any of the breast cancer symptoms, we should seek medical help immediately.
What is breast cancer?
Breast cancer is the uncontrollable or abnormal growth of cells in the breast. When cell growth can no longer be controlled, the cells spread and affect other healthy cells. It may start at the lobules, ducts, or tissues and vessels in the breast. Basically this is how breast cancer cells behave.
The problem is, not all breast cancers are easy to detect. Of course, if you have any of the risk factors of breast cancer, then you will most likely develop the illness. But even so, there is no hard and fast rule with regard to breast cancer symptoms. Feeling pain in the breast may not necessarily be cancer. Some tumors, although apparent, are actually benign or harmless. On the other hand, a simple rash may be cancer. Nonetheless, it is still wise to at least be familiar with the symptoms just in case the tumors are evident.
What are the breast cancer symptoms?
Every woman knows how a breast should normally look like. Breasts should be its usual size, contour and color, free of any distortion or swelling. Here are the things to watch out for: - Lump, thickening or mass that you may feel when you gently press your fingers flat on the breast surface. This is detected during a breast exam. - Swelling or redness or change in color of the breast. - Change in the shape, or distortion of the breast, or if a breast grows noticeably bigger than the other. It is not necessary that breasts be perfectly symmetrical, but if you notice one breast grows larger over a period of time, then it is time to see a doctor. - Dimpling or ridges on the skin, as well as rash or scaled skin. - Inverted nipple or that which is pushed inward or has changed position. - Nipple discharge, whether colorless, milky, yellow or blood discharge.
Men can also have breast cancer, although rarely. The symptoms are the same as that for women. Other symptoms for male breast cancer are nipple pain, nipple and areola sores and enlarged lymph nodes.
If you see any of the symptoms, see your doctor immediately.
What screening tests are available?
It is advised for women from age 20 up to do a monthly personal breast check. Once this practice becomes habitual, you will become more familiar with your breasts, making the symptoms more obvious if they arise. Consult a doctor for the proper procedure of breast inspection, or you can visit websites which feature the steps to a breast examination. If you are not sure of how to do the exam yourself, you can undergo a clinical breast exam. Here, the doctor does the checking for you. A doctor can find lumps that you may miss during a self-exam.
Apart from self-examination, women are also advised to undergo screening tests such as mammograms to know if you have cancer, even if the symptoms are not present. Mammography is a procedure to detect or screen as well as diagnose cancer, if symptoms are present. There are two types of mammograms: screening and diagnostic. Women at age 40 are advised to take mammograms annually. Other screening tests such as MRI scanning and ultrasound may also be taken, depending on the age and risk factors, and upon the doctor’s advice.
So the next time you do a breast self-exam, or just stare at your breasts, you know what your breasts should and shouldn’t look like. Once a symptom is noticeable, it’s time to see a doctor. Do not be afraid to do so, because, sooner or later, you will still need to see one, but better make it sooner before it’s too late. Knowing the breast cancer symptoms can actually save you, as cancer can be cured if detected early.
For more information on breast cancers and their solutions, please visit:
http://fightbreastcancers.com/breast-cancer-symptoms.htmlhttp://fightbreastcancers.com/http://www.drnathaliefiset.com/
Thank you Nathalie for this informative article. To read my story about my own personal brush with breast cancer, visit my personal blogsite.
Every year, more women are diagnosed with breast cancer. Statistics show that on the average, 1 out of 8 women can have the illness. The good news, however, is that it can actually be treated. At present, there are significantly more breast cancer survivors than there were 10 or 20 years ago. Aside from medical breakthrough, the reason for this increase is early detection. As soon as we see any of the breast cancer symptoms, we should seek medical help immediately.
What is breast cancer?
Breast cancer is the uncontrollable or abnormal growth of cells in the breast. When cell growth can no longer be controlled, the cells spread and affect other healthy cells. It may start at the lobules, ducts, or tissues and vessels in the breast. Basically this is how breast cancer cells behave.
The problem is, not all breast cancers are easy to detect. Of course, if you have any of the risk factors of breast cancer, then you will most likely develop the illness. But even so, there is no hard and fast rule with regard to breast cancer symptoms. Feeling pain in the breast may not necessarily be cancer. Some tumors, although apparent, are actually benign or harmless. On the other hand, a simple rash may be cancer. Nonetheless, it is still wise to at least be familiar with the symptoms just in case the tumors are evident.
What are the breast cancer symptoms?
Every woman knows how a breast should normally look like. Breasts should be its usual size, contour and color, free of any distortion or swelling. Here are the things to watch out for: - Lump, thickening or mass that you may feel when you gently press your fingers flat on the breast surface. This is detected during a breast exam. - Swelling or redness or change in color of the breast. - Change in the shape, or distortion of the breast, or if a breast grows noticeably bigger than the other. It is not necessary that breasts be perfectly symmetrical, but if you notice one breast grows larger over a period of time, then it is time to see a doctor. - Dimpling or ridges on the skin, as well as rash or scaled skin. - Inverted nipple or that which is pushed inward or has changed position. - Nipple discharge, whether colorless, milky, yellow or blood discharge.
Men can also have breast cancer, although rarely. The symptoms are the same as that for women. Other symptoms for male breast cancer are nipple pain, nipple and areola sores and enlarged lymph nodes.
If you see any of the symptoms, see your doctor immediately.
What screening tests are available?
It is advised for women from age 20 up to do a monthly personal breast check. Once this practice becomes habitual, you will become more familiar with your breasts, making the symptoms more obvious if they arise. Consult a doctor for the proper procedure of breast inspection, or you can visit websites which feature the steps to a breast examination. If you are not sure of how to do the exam yourself, you can undergo a clinical breast exam. Here, the doctor does the checking for you. A doctor can find lumps that you may miss during a self-exam.
Apart from self-examination, women are also advised to undergo screening tests such as mammograms to know if you have cancer, even if the symptoms are not present. Mammography is a procedure to detect or screen as well as diagnose cancer, if symptoms are present. There are two types of mammograms: screening and diagnostic. Women at age 40 are advised to take mammograms annually. Other screening tests such as MRI scanning and ultrasound may also be taken, depending on the age and risk factors, and upon the doctor’s advice.
So the next time you do a breast self-exam, or just stare at your breasts, you know what your breasts should and shouldn’t look like. Once a symptom is noticeable, it’s time to see a doctor. Do not be afraid to do so, because, sooner or later, you will still need to see one, but better make it sooner before it’s too late. Knowing the breast cancer symptoms can actually save you, as cancer can be cured if detected early.
For more information on breast cancers and their solutions, please visit:
http://fightbreastcancers.com/breast-cancer-symptoms.htmlhttp://fightbreastcancers.com/http://www.drnathaliefiset.com/
Thank you Nathalie for this informative article. To read my story about my own personal brush with breast cancer, visit my personal blogsite.
Could I be pregnant?
July 2007
Question:
Can delayed menstruation be a sign of pregnancy? I haven’t had sex yet ok???
Answer:
Yes, delayed menstruation can be a sign of pregnancy. If you haven’t had sex yet, my next question would be, have you been intimate in any way like heavy petting and fondling (naked with genitals touching, or him masturbating then touching your genital, or you handling his penis then touching your vagina)?
You don’t actually have to have penetration (penis inside vagina) to become pregnant. Sperm can travel by way of petting and fondling. And the man doesn’t have to ejaculate either. There’s a tiny bit of fluid called “pre-cum” that also has active, living sperm in it. And this fluid shows up way before he ejaculates.
If you haven’t done any of these things, then it could be something as simple as a hormonal imbalance, which can be caused by anything from stress, to increased exercise, to weight loss or gain, to a host of other things.
Are you on the pill?
Sometimes woman have even forgotten to take the inactive pills in their pack and will start on the next pack of pills. It’s an easy mistake to make and will definitely stop your period.
How late are you?
If not very, meaning a couple of days, then just sit tight and wait a few more days. It’s normal to not be perfectly regular all the time. If after a couple of weeks and still no “miss flo,” see your doctor.
Question:
Can delayed menstruation be a sign of pregnancy? I haven’t had sex yet ok???
Answer:
Yes, delayed menstruation can be a sign of pregnancy. If you haven’t had sex yet, my next question would be, have you been intimate in any way like heavy petting and fondling (naked with genitals touching, or him masturbating then touching your genital, or you handling his penis then touching your vagina)?
You don’t actually have to have penetration (penis inside vagina) to become pregnant. Sperm can travel by way of petting and fondling. And the man doesn’t have to ejaculate either. There’s a tiny bit of fluid called “pre-cum” that also has active, living sperm in it. And this fluid shows up way before he ejaculates.
If you haven’t done any of these things, then it could be something as simple as a hormonal imbalance, which can be caused by anything from stress, to increased exercise, to weight loss or gain, to a host of other things.
Are you on the pill?
Sometimes woman have even forgotten to take the inactive pills in their pack and will start on the next pack of pills. It’s an easy mistake to make and will definitely stop your period.
How late are you?
If not very, meaning a couple of days, then just sit tight and wait a few more days. It’s normal to not be perfectly regular all the time. If after a couple of weeks and still no “miss flo,” see your doctor.
Could I have diabeties?
July 2007
Question:
Few days ago I start getting sick, thirst, sleepy, lack of energy, frequent urination, blurred vision, looseing weight. I had diabeties seven months ago when I was pregnant, is there a chance I have it now.
Answer:
Yes, it’s very possible. You have the symptoms and one of the bad things about gestational diabetes (diabetes while pregnant), is that you are more prone to developing diabetes later on. Go to your doctor ASAP, because if you are diabetic and you’re having these symptoms, you may be heading for a medical emergency called DKA. You have a plus on your side though. You are aware of what these symptoms may be coming from because of your bout of gestational diabetes. Most people who have these symptoms do nothing until they’ve had to be rushed to the hospital in diabetic DKA, or resulting diabetic coma, which is life threatening. See your doctor NOW. Look up the information or ask the doctor about this later (after you get there).
Really, hurry up!
Question:
Few days ago I start getting sick, thirst, sleepy, lack of energy, frequent urination, blurred vision, looseing weight. I had diabeties seven months ago when I was pregnant, is there a chance I have it now.
Answer:
Yes, it’s very possible. You have the symptoms and one of the bad things about gestational diabetes (diabetes while pregnant), is that you are more prone to developing diabetes later on. Go to your doctor ASAP, because if you are diabetic and you’re having these symptoms, you may be heading for a medical emergency called DKA. You have a plus on your side though. You are aware of what these symptoms may be coming from because of your bout of gestational diabetes. Most people who have these symptoms do nothing until they’ve had to be rushed to the hospital in diabetic DKA, or resulting diabetic coma, which is life threatening. See your doctor NOW. Look up the information or ask the doctor about this later (after you get there).
Really, hurry up!
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