Archive for June, 2009
Take Your Vitamins For Vitality
Tuesday, June 30th, 2009The New Food Pyramid: The U.S. Department of Agriculture has recently released a new, more individualized, food pyramid called MyPyramid. The USDA is offering many tools and tips on www.mypyramid.com. The traditional food groups include grains, vegetables, fruits, milk, and meat and beans. An important new category, Physical Activity, has been added to the overall pyramid. Sample menus, vegetarian diets, and tips for eating out are part of the informative and fun materials provided by the USDA. “MyPyramid for Kids” reminds kids to be physically active every day and to make healthy food choices. “MyPyramid for Kids” posters and coloring pages are available for downloading on the MyPyramid site. “Steps to a Healthier Weight”, dietary guidelines, and detailed information for pregnancy and breastfeeding are included, as well as steps for outlining personalized MyPyramid Plans.
High Blood Pressure
Monday, June 29th, 2009We all know someone with high blood pressure (HBP). It is possibly a beloved family member or a lifelong friend. This common problem affects one in four American adults.1 An alarming 75% of patients with type 2 diabetes also have HBP.2
Heart Attack or Rotator Cuff Injury?
Monday, June 29th, 2009The great TV classic ER helps teach armchair physicians to become amateur diagnosticians. He’s in shock! She’s got kidney stones! Rule-out pheochromocytoma!
Are All Headaches The Same?
Sunday, June 28th, 2009There are several types of headaches, and the medical community has established a definite set of categories for each. The vast majority of headaches fall into the primary category. Primary headaches afflict millions every day, and are not a serious or life threatening issue. Primary headaches can occasionally become very painful, or can become a chronic problem.
Headaches During Pregnancy
Saturday, June 27th, 2009Experiencing headaches is one of a few side effects of being pregnant. Let’s look into how this effects you and your baby.
Do You Recognize The Cluster Headaches Symptoms?
Saturday, June 27th, 2009In most cases cluster headaches are confused with migraine headaches, but those two are entirely different from each other. Don’t take this the wrong way: when you suffer from migraines, you have to endure terrible pain, but cluster headaches are, if you believe it or not, even worse. If you have experienced them before, you will know what I’m talking about. This article will list the most common cluster headache symptoms, so if you suffer from them and you aren’t properly diagnosed, you will find out here.
