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How many kids in America are obese?

The Surgeon General, in fact, has issued a call to action regarding obesity, especially because of how it affects children and adolescents. But how much of today’s youth are overweight? In America, 13% of children aged 6 to 11 years and 14% of adolescents aged 12 to 19 were overweight in 1999 (according to the United States Department of Health and Human Services). >> more

Dealing with Alzheimer’s

Dealing with Alzheimer’s is a monumental and overwhelming task. It isn’t only challenging for the patient, but also for those caring for family members who are diagnosed with it. >> more

Addictions

So what does defines an “addiction”? There are two main types: substance and behavioral. Substance addiction includes anything used repeatedly in spite of the harmful effects on the body. >> more

Does Baking Soda Whiten your Teeth

One idea that has been thrown around for years is the idea that baking soda can help you to brighten your pearly whites. I know I have heard this before. I do not know who told me and I can not say I have tried it but I can say that I have thought about it. >> more

Dealing with Greying Hair

On average Caucasians notice their first grey hair by an average age of 34, give or take 10 more years (so 24-44), for Asians these numbers are 39, give or take 9 years (30-48), and for those of African decent the numbers are 44, give or take 10 years (34-54). >> more

Vinegar and Kidney Stones

To start looking at this topic, lets explore exactly what kidney stones are. Your kidneys are what flush out your system. This is where urine is produced. Kidney stones form in the kidneys out of the substances found in urine and they are a solid piece of material that appears like a tiny stone, hence the name “kidney stones”. >> more

Understanding Eating Disorders

Most people believe there are two basic eating disorders, anorexia and bulimia. There is a third that most people overlook, in fact the medical community is just now recognizing it as an eating disorder. The third is chronic binging, without the purging. >> more

Selecting Running Shoes

Whether you are an experienced runner or you are taking your first steps to getting into this world you are most likely aware of the fact that running is a great workout that will help you become healthier and more fit. >> more

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