Having celiac disease and eating a gluten-free diet doesn't mean your loved ones and you have to scrimp when it comes to snacks. There are still many delicious options to please your palette and provide protein, minerals and vitamins. Here are some examples of gluten-free snacks that you may not have thought of: jerky, popcorn, nuts, fruit, pepperoni, soup, popsicles, chocolate, hummus on rice crackers, smoothies, deviled eggs with guacamole, and open-faced grilled cheese sandwiches.
When it comes to snacking, do your loved ones and yourself a favor by checking out the great gluten-free snack ideas
Breast Cancer: Men Beware
by Lori Sciame October 2nd, 2013 | Health Observance, Men's Health
There is a common misconception that men do not need to worry about developing breast cancer. Â On the contrary, the American Cancer society outlines five types of breast cancer that can (and do) affect males. These cancers mainly affect older men, but the disease can occur even at young ages. Because October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, take time to educate yourself about this disease, and how it can strike both genders, not just females.
A Quick Look at PrevalenceÂ
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) outlines the potential risk of a male developing breast
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A Quick Look at PrevalenceÂ
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) outlines the potential risk of a male developing breast
Suffering From Mesothelimoa? Treatment Options & Preventi
by Editorial Team October 1st, 2013 | Special Interest Section
Mesothelium is the thin layer of tissue that covers many internal organs in your body. The disease Mesothelioma mostly strikes the internal tissue of lungs, which is known as pleura. Other commonly affected areas are those around the abdomen and heart.
The number of patients with the condition is expected to increase by 2020. Since the disease is rare, people are often not aware of treatment and prevention options.
Prevention
The risk population of mesothelioma includes individuals who are exposed to asbestos fibers. Construction engineer encountering asbestos, miners, insulation manufacturers, ship builders and auto mechanics are at the most
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The number of patients with the condition is expected to increase by 2020. Since the disease is rare, people are often not aware of treatment and prevention options.
Prevention
The risk population of mesothelioma includes individuals who are exposed to asbestos fibers. Construction engineer encountering asbestos, miners, insulation manufacturers, ship builders and auto mechanics are at the most
Is Lipitor Safe?
by Dean Heller MD September 20th, 2013 | Ask the Doctor
Q: I have high cholesterol and my doctor is worried that I may have a heart attack as all of my older brothers have had heart attacks. He wants me to take lipitor for the cholesterol.
 I want to listen to him, but I just saw a bad drug commercial on TV and it said that this medication can cause liver problems and diabetes. What should I do?
A: Lipitor is one of a number of medications from the class of drugs called "statins". These are some of the most widely used medications in the US. There
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 I want to listen to him, but I just saw a bad drug commercial on TV and it said that this medication can cause liver problems and diabetes. What should I do?
A: Lipitor is one of a number of medications from the class of drugs called "statins". These are some of the most widely used medications in the US. There
Fitness for Children
by Tom Seman MD FAAP September 16th, 2013 | Children's Health, Pediatrician on Call
When we think of childhood, either our own or those in the movies or television , we think of children running around, laughing and playing. And this is the way things should be since childhood is the time to develop a good and healthy lifestyle. A lifestyle of healthy eating, a good night's sleep and lots of physical activity.
Over the years there have been many studies that have looked at the value of physical activity in all age groups, and universally there is a benefit to keeping one's body busy. We are hearing and seeing
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Over the years there have been many studies that have looked at the value of physical activity in all age groups, and universally there is a benefit to keeping one's body busy. We are hearing and seeing