January 8-14, 2011 - Original Health Articles

How Not to Get Sunburned in Winter

Is your sunscreen packed away with your beach clothes and sandals? You may want to reconsider and take out that sunscreen for winter. Activities such as shoveling, skiing, and even sitting by a window can put you at risk for sun damage, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.

Withholding Insulin for Weight Loss

It can seem like a win-win situation for a young woman who's concerned about her weight and wants to lose pounds quickly. But the end result of diabulimia, a condition in which a diabetic purposely does not take the necessary insulin so that weight loss will result, is the loss of good health.

Are You a Heavy or Light Sleeper?

Do you wake up at the slightest disturbance or are you the type that sleeps through the alarm each morning? Whichever way you roll, there are solutions. On college housing applications, there is often a series of questions to answer, and boxes to check, about sleep and other lifestyle habits to help administrators make better roommate matches.

Separation Anxiety or Something More?

Unlike separation anxiety, school anxiety does not diminish at school arrival. Judith Kaufman, PhD, professor and Director of School Psychology Training at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, New Jersey says school anxiety is fairly common and can be triggered by a single issue or a combination of factors.

What Do Your Nails Say About You?

Whether you get regular manicures or never do more than give your nails a cursory cut, the fact is, they speak volumes about your hygiene and your health. Here are some ways to ensure that your nails stay strong as well as signs that a more serious medical condition is going on and look for these signs to detect a potential medical problem.

Risks and Benefits of Eating Heart-Healthy Fish

According to a Swedish study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the benefits of eating fish may outweigh the potential negative impact of mercury exposure from fish. The study analyzed responses from more than 900 Swedish adults about the amount of fish in their diet and then examined the subjects' red blood cells for levels of mercury and selenium.

Diabetes: Possible Long-Term Consequences

Having diabetes over the long-term comes with consequences in the form of complications that no one likes to think about. But by familiarizing yourself now with possible complications, and resolving to do everything in your power to prevent them, you'll be looking at a healthier and happier future.

Happily Sleeping in Separate Beds?

For some couples, sleeping together is a cure for insomnia; for others, it's a cause. If you have trouble sleeping in the same bed as your partner, don't let it lead to more trouble in your relationship. When the National Sleep Foundation polled adults about their sleep habits and conditions, about 25 percent of participants who are married or living with someone reported that they lose sleep because of their partner's sleep problems.

How to Turn Your Walk into a Workout

What's the least expensive and most convenient way to get a total workout? Lace up your sneakers and walk out the door. Turning your walk into a workout is easy.  Just follow these steps: 1) Get the right gear: Good quality walking shoes Your...

Drink More Water, Be More Regular

When your body doesn't get enough fluids, especially water, the result can be hard, dry stools and chronic bouts of constipation. Drinking coffee, caffeinated beverages, and alcohol only exacerbates the problem. Because water is your body's principal chemical component and makes up nearly 60 percent of your body weight, adequate water intake each day is essential to keep your body functioning normally.

4 Mistakes that Sabotage Asthma Control

Do you need to use your fast-acting relief inhaler two or more times a week? If so, your asthma probably isn't controlled nearly as well as it could be. Mistakes that Weaken Asthma Control When you find yourself dealing with frequent asthma flare-ups, chances are you're missing some key steps in your asthma management plan.

3 Natural Allergy Remedies

If you find that traditional allergy medications cause too many bothersome side effects, perhaps these natural allergy remedies can give you effective relief without any negative effects. Growing Interest in Natural Allergy Remedies Today, an increasing number of people are incorporating natural allergy remedies into their daily routine.

Weight Loss Surgery for Diabetics

If you're overweight and just can't seem to shed the unwanted pounds, you may be wondering whether surgery could be helpful in your quest to lose weight and get your blood sugar back in the normal range. Before you make a decision, weigh all the options.

Surgery Later in Life: Pros and Cons

Surgery, no matter how young and otherwise healthy you are, always carries a certain amount of risk. But when you're at an advanced age, surgery may in many cases be downright dangerous. Nevertheless, more and more surgeons are performing operations on people who are well into old age.

The Sweetest Cough Suppressant for Kids

According to research from the Pennsylvania State University, a single dose of buckwheat honey before bed decreases cough severity and improves sleep for children over 12 months of age. Researchers randomly administered honey, dextromethorphan (the active ingredient found in many over-the-counter (OTC) cough medications), and no treatment to 105 children with persistent coughs.

Finding Relief From Frequent Nausea

Bouts of frequent nausea can be the result of an innner ear problem or a digestive condition, among other things. One of the most common causes of frequent nausea—that feeling of stomach queasiness that often precedes vomiting—is dehydration.

Breast Pain: What it Could Mean

Aches and pains in breasts are common and usually no cause for alarm. For some women, however, sore breasts are a sign that something more serious is going on. Breast pain is called myalgia.  The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) explains what's going on inside our breasts: Your breast is made up of glands, fat, and fibrous tissue.

Can Lost Friendships Affect Your Health?

Whether your circle of friends includes individuals you've known since your elementary school days right up to the present, or it's made up of mostly people you know through your kids, chances are they are important to you. You rely on them for companionship, socializing, advice and support.

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