Diabetes and Vitamins
by Kimberly Hays November 20th, 2012 | Nutrition, Vitamins
Diabetics often find it difficult to acquire the necessary vitamins to maintain optimum health. Your doctor can inform you of the vitamins you will need in your particular situation, along with the prescribed medications. Studies have shown that people who are lacking in vitamins B, C, and D are linked to insulin issues, causing them to be insulin resistant or have inadequate insulin production. Taking a closer look at the vitamins that should be discussed with your doctor, and knowing why they are important, will ensure that you maintain good health. (Vitamin intake is crucial for many illness, so
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Increasing the Chances for Love
by Lori Sciame November 19th, 2012 | Relationships
Finding a significant other can be difficult. Factors such as compatibility, timing, and even lack of self-esteem play into the love equation. Basically, finding true love takes patience - and a bit of luck. It may seem as if there is nothing a person can do to increase his or her chances of meeting the right man or woman, but a few actions can certainly help speed the process along.
Embrace a New Hobby
I work with a woman who took up the sport of curling to help fill the void left from divorce. She loved being a part of
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Embrace a New Hobby
I work with a woman who took up the sport of curling to help fill the void left from divorce. She loved being a part of
How to Approach a Dog
by Dean Heller MD November 16th, 2012 | Ask the Doctor
My neighbor has six big dogs, and I have three small children under six years. The kids usually seem fairly friendly, but I am always with them when they come close to the dogs. My concern is that the dogs could mistake their playing for fighting and attack one of them. Is there something you can recommend to prevent such a problem?
That is a concern that we hear from many parents. I would first have a discussion with the owner. Make sure that none of the dogs are hunting dogs that have had some form of training that would
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That is a concern that we hear from many parents. I would first have a discussion with the owner. Make sure that none of the dogs are hunting dogs that have had some form of training that would
Weight Gain Strategies
by Louise November 15th, 2012 | Diet
Most people "diet" to lose weight. The diet might involve specific types of foods or beverages, but ultimately what causes someone to effectively lose weight is the reduced calories; however, there's another end of the diet spectrum. Some people don't find it easy to take in the calories that they need. They might become full quickly, have trouble dealing with newly developed intolerance or allergy, not realize how much they need to eat to make up for an increase in exercise, or simply lose their appetite.
I have a friend, "John," who was consistently losing to the point that it
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I have a friend, "John," who was consistently losing to the point that it
Superstorm Sandy & Secondary Oxygen Supplies
by Editorial Team November 15th, 2012 | Special Interest Section
If you or someone you know suffers from asthma, COPD, or another respiratory disease, you most likely know the importance of oxygen concentrators. For these patients, access to their portable concentrator is a necessity. Power outages can interfere with the use of the machines. Thus, when there are natural catastrophes, such as Superstorm Sandy, there is reason for concern. Not only did this October 2012 storm cause widespread damage and flooding, it also was the cause of power outages. Tragically, these outages can be life-ending for those who rely on electric concentrators, as was the case for
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