Smoothies can be both absolutely nutritious and spectacularly delicious. Smoothies are tasty and can be jam-packed with vitamins. They are perfect for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a dessert. All you need is a blender, liquid (milk, yogurt, or juice), ice, and some of your favorite fruit or other food for flavoring.
There is no recipe for the perfect smoothie; it all depends on personal preference. I start with a 1:1 ratio of milk and ice (usually about half a cup). You can add anything else you want: fruit, vegetables, spices (cinnamon or nutmeg), or even supplemental protein
Coughs in Babies Can Be Deadly
by Lori Sciame February 4th, 2011 | Children's Health, Illness
Parents of infants beware: Whooping Cough, or pertussis, an illness long thought conquered, has resurfaced across the country. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently warned that this bacterial infection is threatening young children, especially in California.
The CDC explains that “…the illness is most severe for babies; more than half of infants younger than 1 year of age who get the disease must be hospitalized. About 1 in 5 infants with pertussis get pneumonia (lung infection), and about 1 in 100 will have convulsions. In rare cases (1 in 100), pertussis can be deadly, especially in infants.â€
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The CDC explains that “…the illness is most severe for babies; more than half of infants younger than 1 year of age who get the disease must be hospitalized. About 1 in 5 infants with pertussis get pneumonia (lung infection), and about 1 in 100 will have convulsions. In rare cases (1 in 100), pertussis can be deadly, especially in infants.â€
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Croup
by Tom Seman MD FAAP January 31st, 2011 | Children's Health, Pediatrician on Call
Croup is a common viral infection whose season is typically between October/November and April and results in the usual stuffy nose, low-moderate grade fever, hoarse voice and a sore throat. The distinguishing symptom that caracterizes croup is the cough. The cough is described as seal-like or bark-like (sharp, medium-pitched cough in short bursts). The cough generally occurs between 7PM-7AM. Occasionally, the cough can show up during the day after some screaming, crying, or hearty laughing.
Treatment for the cough is to have the child sleep sitting somewhat upright in a cool humidified environment. Should the child have a coughing episode,
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Treatment for the cough is to have the child sleep sitting somewhat upright in a cool humidified environment. Should the child have a coughing episode,
The Fountain of Youth Found – It’s Exercise!
by Lori Sciame January 28th, 2011 | Exercise
Imagine life when you are 80. Do you see yourself sitting in a chair, watching television or doing a crossword puzzle? Or do you picture yourself outside, enjoying the day…gardening or playing golf?
The fact is, many Americans now live well into their 80’s and beyond. Gone are the days when old age automatically means inactivity. Of course there are people who have health complications that prohibit vigorous exercise, but the vast majority of us can continue exercising to ensure we remain active for years to come.
Take my dad for example. He is 75-years-old, and
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The fact is, many Americans now live well into their 80’s and beyond. Gone are the days when old age automatically means inactivity. Of course there are people who have health complications that prohibit vigorous exercise, but the vast majority of us can continue exercising to ensure we remain active for years to come.
Take my dad for example. He is 75-years-old, and
Schizophrenia: What It Is and Isn’t
by Jane Wangersky January 24th, 2011 | Mental Health
The word "schizophrenia" was in the news frequently after the fatal shootings in Tucson, Arizona, on January 8th. Though the suspect had not been diagnosed, several mental health professionals said he had appeared schizophrenic. For many, it served as an explanation for something they couldn't understand (as "political rhetoric" or "gun laws" served the same purpose for others).
What is schizophrenia, and how does it cause someone to do the unthinkable? Is violence typical schizophrenic behavior?
The word means literally "splitting of the mind" in Greek, according to the Online Etymology Dictionary. This causes many people (including some in
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What is schizophrenia, and how does it cause someone to do the unthinkable? Is violence typical schizophrenic behavior?
The word means literally "splitting of the mind" in Greek, according to the Online Etymology Dictionary. This causes many people (including some in