Childhood obesity is increasing at an alarming rate and the most shocking part is that obesity can be preventable. Children have become sedentary; many sit hours a day watching tv, playing video games or computer games. Add unhealthy eating to the mix and it’s a recipe for disaster. As health professionals we’re concerned because if your child is obese there is a higher chance that your child may develop diabetes, high blood pressure and heart…
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By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a serious medical condition that can easily be overlooked because it mimics so many other disorders. According to the CDC–centers for disease control, at least one million Americans suffer with CFS, yet only 20% have been diagnosed. Chronic fatigue may be so profound and debilitating that it can affect work, school and family life. Chronic fatigue can be accompanied by other symptoms such as…
Read More...Buying Medications Online Can Be Dangerous
If you have a computer chances are your inbox is flooed with information about purchasing medications online fast and cheap! Don’t fall for it. Buying medications online can be dangerous and can put your health at risk, and simply isn’t good medicine if you don’t know what to look for. Some sites may be illegal and sell counterfeit drugs. They may look exactly like the real drugs but are not. The food and drug administration…
Read More...Are Reading Food Labels Enough?
By Barbara Ficarra Eating healthy may take more than just reading the food label. Sure, the label itself looks healthy; the packaging and the wording are precisely constructed. take this for example, if you’re walking through the bread aisle and you see wording on a label, “heart healthy,” “winner best food award” given by a popular magazine, “100% whole wheat”, “40% fiber in 2 slices,” and “22 grams of whole grains per slice,” most likely…
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Dr. Jim Keany is no stranger to the world of medical broadcasting. He’s heard weekly as the medical analysis on the Marconi Award winning Bill Handel Show, KFI 640am radio in Los Angeles. For 7 years, Dr. Jim hosted the syndicated radio talk show “Ask Your Doctor”. He’s appeared on NBC’s Dateline, The Learning Channel, as well as local news and cable. In 2004, Dr. Jim was recognized by The Communicator Awards’ with their highest…
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