Mind and Body - Page 663

October 19, 2015

U.S. Health Officials Continue to Monitor E. Coli Outbreak

Federal and local health officials continue to monitor the conditions of four U.S. travelers who developed complications from a rare strain of E. coli they apparently contracted last month during visits to Germany. Three of the patients have been hospitalized with Hemolytic-uremic syndrome (HUS), an infection of the digestive system that can cause kidney failure and, in the most severe cases, brain damage and seizures

October 19, 2015

Tanya's Tasty Tips: Eat More Fiber to Breathe Easier

One of the perks of the summer is being able to leave the gym and move your workouts outdoors. Personally, when the summer arrives, I look forward to being able to run on the beach-the change of scenery and a warm breeze always gets me going. Little did I know that what I ate for breakfast could influence the intensity of my morning workout.

October 19, 2015

Allergy Alert: Preparing your home if you have (or think you have) indoor allergies

Generally, cooler months dictate we will spend a greater amount of each day indoors.This fact translates into more exposure to indoor allergens, very relevant if you have indoor allergies and asthma.Very good questions include: "shall I use an air filter, humidifier or do I try and avoid dusting or using a vacuum", if I suspect I may have indoor allergies?

October 19, 2015

Fat-Burning Foods

If you are one of the many people fighting the battle of the bulge, you will be pleased to learn that there are actually foods that may help you burn fat. You will still need to exercise and avoid over indulging. However, you may be able to speed up the fat-burning process by consuming these wonder foods.

October 19, 2015

6 Steps to Avoiding Food Contamination

Bacteria are the most common cause of food poisoning – endangering millions of Americans every year. The good news – there are some simple steps to avoiding food contamination

October 19, 2015

Dental Emergencies: What to do When Your Dentist Can't See You Until Monday

If you are suffering from a toothache, chipped tooth, loose filling or other dental emergency, it's important to call your dentist as soon as possible. Toothaches may be an indication of a cavity or other serious problem - such as a bacterial infection - that will need to be addressed quickly and should not go untreated. Until a professional treats you, here are some at-home tips to calm oral pain and what to do when an unexpected emergency arises.

October 19, 2015

Are There Bugs in Your Food?

Hey, guess what? You have probably been eating foods colored by ground-up insects for quite sometime now. I'm sure you did not know this. Carmine (a red food coloring made from beetles) has been used as a coloring agent in many foods from yogurt, ice cream, juices, candies, and even in cosmetics.

October 19, 2015

How Would Your Salad Score?

A salad bar may seem like the most potentially healthful piece of restaurant real estate, but it can quickly turn into a nutritional minefield. Depending on the ingredients you choose, a salad can be the healthiest thing in the world or it can contain more calories and fat than three Big Macs! When building a salad, start with a large bed of lettuce and add as many vegetables as you'd like. A cup of vegetables has only 25 calories. Things to look out for are cheese, croutons, seeds, avocado, and any prepared salads with mayonnaise which are loaded with fat and calories.

October 19, 2015

Are Hot Flashes Holding You Back?

Eighty-five percent of the women in the United States experience hot flashes as they approach menopause. Researchers suggest that women with higher body weights actually have more hot flashes that their leaner counterparts. It is believed that hot flashes may be the body's attempt at dispersing heat, but unfortunately fat seems to act as insulation that prevents the heat from spreading, which usually causes overheating to take place.

October 19, 2015

Is Late Night Stress Wreaking Havoc on Your Diet?

Having the occasional late-night snack won't pack on the pounds, but according to many studies, if nighttime noshing becomes a habit, it might. Yet, when the clock strikes twelve and you're still wide awake, it's often unfeasible to resist raiding your kitchen from top to bottom. Although a box of donuts or a pint of ice cream might seem like your only hope to get you through the night, don't succumb!