One aspect of college life that my writing has been lacking in is the importance of nutrition and vitamins in the lives of college students. This is a topic that is very sensitive to many college students, myself included, that is not addressed as often as it needs to be. Through a simple scaling back on fatty foods, proper exercise, and proper consumption of vitamins, the freshman 15 can be cut down, or avoided completely.
First things first: the freshman 15 is real, and it does affect many college students. There is even a campaign that has been started of
Miracle Medication or Dangerous Drug?
by Lori Sciame August 29th, 2011 | Medication
It’s been around for a long time, but is it safe? Phentermine remains in use today as a controlled substance for helping people to lose weight. Marketed under the following trade names - Ionamin, Adipex-P, and others, the drug may seem like a godsend to those who struggle with weight issues.
Personally, I know three people who have lost considerable weight using this drug. They seem happy with the results, each shedding approximately 30 lbs. each. The positive effects cannot be denied. My friends seem happy with their new and improved bodies.
Yet, each of these people have taken this drug
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Personally, I know three people who have lost considerable weight using this drug. They seem happy with the results, each shedding approximately 30 lbs. each. The positive effects cannot be denied. My friends seem happy with their new and improved bodies.
Yet, each of these people have taken this drug
Diagnosing Kidney Disease
by Dean Heller MD August 26th, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
My doctor told me my kidneys are not functioning well. How does he know this, and what causes that?
A simple blood test tells doctors if your kidneys are not functioning well. They look for something called, creatinine. People who have hypertension, diabetes are particularly at risk for chronic kidney disease. So a basic blood test should be done in conjunction with your regular physical exams.
Expert: News Canada
To learn more about diagnosing kidney disease, watch this video from VideoMD.com.
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A simple blood test tells doctors if your kidneys are not functioning well. They look for something called, creatinine. People who have hypertension, diabetes are particularly at risk for chronic kidney disease. So a basic blood test should be done in conjunction with your regular physical exams.
Expert: News Canada
To learn more about diagnosing kidney disease, watch this video from VideoMD.com.
Meat Substitutes
by Louise August 25th, 2011 | Diet
I've been vegetarian for about a year now, and have never had a meal where I felt like I was "missing" something (i.e. meat). I typically just omit the meat from a recipe, and simply make sure to eat a diet that is otherwise balanced; however, sometimes if I'm ever cooking for a guest, the guest will immediately point out that the "meat" of the meal is missing, even if he or she knows I am vegetarian. I understand that a vegetarian diet is not appealing to all Americans, especially if it feels like a part of your diet
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Plan Now for Flu Season
by Lori Sciame August 22nd, 2011 | Diseases
As summer draws to a close, remember that fall brings unwelcome visitors - coughs, sniffles, aches, and fevers. Yes, flu season is just around the corner. Don’t be caught off guard this year; prepare now in order to be ready when this common illness surfaces again.
Get Vaccinated
Although the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) doesn’t know exactly which virus will be the main cause of seasonal influenza this year, they have a good idea which one will likely be the culprit. They recommend “…a yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months of age and older as the first and most
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Get Vaccinated
Although the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) doesn’t know exactly which virus will be the main cause of seasonal influenza this year, they have a good idea which one will likely be the culprit. They recommend “…a yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months of age and older as the first and most