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- 11 Ways to Avert the Flu - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from Donna CardilloWash your hands often and thoroughly. Flu and cold bugs are transmitted by droplets spread by infected people through sneezing, coughing, talking, kissing and touching surfaces with contaminated hands. It can also be spread when your clean hand touches an infected surface and you then touch your ...
Views: 706(1 vote) - Cold and Flu Home Remedies - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from Donna CardilloGreen tea is known to have many properties that can help keep you in tip-top health – and therefore better prepared to ward off cold and flu bugs. The jury is out on how many cups of tea are optimal, but 2-3 per day are often recommended. If you do come down with cold or flu symptoms (or feel ...
Views: 720(1 vote) - Staying Safe and Healthy on New Year’s Eve - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from Donna CardilloOn New Year’s Eve: Stay off the roads if possible – even if you’re sober. To some folks New Year’s Eve – day and night – is an excuse to imbibe starting at daytime office parties, with neighbors, at home and so on. When I worked in the ER, we would start treating victims of auto accidents ...
Views: 746(1 vote) - 5 “Bad” Foods That Can Be Good for You - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2012 from Donna CardilloA recent dinner guest of mine, while salting her food at the table, asserted defensively, “I’m sorry. I know no one uses salt anymore because it’s unhealthy but I enjoy salt on my food.” I was startled by her declaration and blanket statements about table salt. It got me thinking about how much ...
Views: 760 - 5 “Bad” Foods That Can Be Good for You - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2012 from Donna CardilloA recent dinner guest of mine, while salting her food at the table, asserted defensively, “I’m sorry. I know no one uses salt anymore because it’s unhealthy but I enjoy salt on my food.” I was startled by her declaration and blanket statements about table salt. It got me thinking about how much ...
Views: 795 - Lifestyle Changes, Long-term Benefits - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2012 from Donna CardilloWe live in a quick-fix society. We want instant results with minimal pain, effort and sacrifice. When it comes to our health and appearance, we’re accustomed to looking for a pill or procedure, and many doctors are quick to prescribe them. But if the root cause of the problem or challenge is not ...
Views: 868 - Is Your Diet Soda the Reason You're Not Feeling Well? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2012 from Donna CardilloSeveral years ago, a friend of mine was having a series of troubling symptoms including frequent headaches, dizziness and nausea. She finally visited her physician who ran a series of medical tests. Everything came back negative, so the doctor further questioned my friend about her lifestyle ...
Views: 747 - When Dining Out, Is Ignorance Bliss … or Bad For Your Health? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2012 from Donna CardilloI had lunch this week in a well-known restaurant chain where I hadn’t dined in some time. I noticed that they now list the calorie content of every item on their menu. I was shocked to learn that what would have likely been my first selection had between 1,200-1,900 calories – a full day’s worth ...
Views: 748 - 7 Ways to Advocate for a Hospitalized Loved One - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2012 from Donna CardilloWhen someone you care about is in the hospital, it can be stressful, confusing, even overwhelming for you as well as the patient. But by becoming proactive in the process and learning to advocate for that person, you – and they – can feel more calm, confident and in control. Here are 7 ways ...
Views: 803 - In Sickness and in Health, Animals Really Are Man’s Best Friend - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Donna CardilloPets have long been part of the American household. We’ve valued their companionship and their protection. But numerous studies have shown that animals help to keep us physically and emotionally healthy, help us heal, and provide life-enhancing and life-saving assistance. Pets have also been ...
Views: 1205 - Can Too Much Sitting Make You Sick … or Worse? - by Submitted on May 10, 2012 from Donna CardilloI’m standing up while writing this. Why? Because I’ve just been reading research from the last few years about the serious health risks of spending too much time in the day/week sitting down. And the scary part is that even though I exercise regularly, that may not be enough to counteract the ...
Views: 825 - Gluten-Free for Health: Fad or Fact? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Donna CardilloOne of my local grocery stores, part of a large chain, recently redid part of their frozen food and grocery sections to accommodate all gluten-free products. So, what’s all the fuss about? Is it just another dietary craze or are there potential health benefits to be gained? Here’s what you need ...
Views: 854(1 vote) - Meditation Not Your Thing? Debunking the Myths - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Donna CardilloA regular meditation practice has been shown to calm the body and mind, increase mental clarity and focus, increase vitality, assist in becoming more attuned to your own inner wisdom, and allow you to tap into universal energy – all very desirable outcomes! And as if all that isn’t enough, ...
Views: 908 - Volunteering Is Good For Your Health … And Your Career - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Donna CardilloVolunteering has long been touted as a great way to “give back” and make a positive contribution to the world. And while all that is true, numerous studies have shown that people who do volunteer work for 2 or more hours per week have lower rates of depression and heart disease, live happier ...
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