News health 2008-04-28 Andanh.com

'I'm not a nutritionist, I'm just hungry' Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
Ever wonder if the pastries you're eating really are low-fat?

Recipe for Artichoke-Red Pepper Sauce Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
Once you veer away from the classic red tomato sauce, finding a healthy pasta sauce isn't easy.

Highland woman enjoying outdoor activities to help shed pounds Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
As soon as the weather turns nice, Jennifer Wolak of Highland puts on her roller blades and heads outdoors.

Getting ready for summer Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
Here are some tips that will help you get in shape for summer:

your healthy slice Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
Get vaccinations before international travel

Throat cancer outpaces Olympian with Taurus stellium Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
If ever Wilma Rudolph was lost in the shuffle being one of 22 children, her natural racing talents eventual allowed her to trade the din around the dining room table for the approving roar of her adoring fans attending the 1960 Olympic Games.

Fitness rip-offs or fitness bargains? Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
Have you ever heard of a shoe claiming it can get you in shape? And what about the latest fitness craze -- you vibrate and get fit? Possible? Here are a few of our latest investigations and what we found.

Bladderwrack Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
What is bladderwrack?

personal trainer Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
Holly Kaminski is a Personal Trainer, Exercise Specialist and IMX Certified Pilates instructor at Omni 41 Health and Fitness Connection. She is a graduate of Indiana State University with a BS in Exercise Science. She was a collegiate cheerleader and a state champion cheerleader at Lake Central High School. (Watch the video.)

Fittips Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
7 ways to get back on track with your wellness goals

Buy the book Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
"Gorgeously Green: 8 Simple Steps to an Earth-Friendly Life"

Hip, knee rehabilitation have similar goals Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
Q: What is the difference in the rehabilitation for a knee replacement versus a hip replacement? Which is harder? -- Renata

Vital Signs Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
HEALTH SEMINAR | Calumet City The Calumet Memorial Park District is hosting a health and wellness seminar from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Sandridge Fitness Center, 600 Oglesby Ave. Participants will learn tips on losing weight, burning fat, reducing water retention, and becoming healthier overall. There also will be free blood pressure checks and BMI readings. Professional fitness bodybuilder Lewis Calloway will provide a posing demonstration. The fee for the seminar is $5 for Sandridge members, and $8 for the general public.

Drug combination could pose dangers Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
Q: I am a woman, 73, with type 2 diabetes. My doctor has prescribed fenofibrate and simvastatin.

Flaxseeds naturally high in omega-3 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
Have you been lax about getting your flax? Flaxseeds are naturally high in omega-3, an essential fatty acid that keeps your skin, nervous system and immune system functioning properly.

Women dominate admissions at veterinary medicine schools Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
Odd hours, physical labor, blood, dirt and the occasional bite or kick. For generations, women were told veterinary medicine was too tough for them.

Stressed out? Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:58 -0500
Breakfast is diet Pepsi and two packets of M&M's. For lunch, macaroons and white chocolates filled with marzipan from the farmer's market near Wall Street.

Health Etc. for April 28, 2008 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Parkview Care Center will offer free strength and balance testing and driving screenings from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday at 2819 N. St. Joseph Ave. For more information, call 424-2941. HHH The Posey County Health Department will have an immunization clinic from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday at North Elementary School in Poseyville, Ind. Take shot records. HHH A support group for depression will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at Mental Health America, 713 N. Second Ave. Call 426-2640 for more information. HHH The Low Vision support group will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday at the Evansville ...

Children's fitness guidelines reported tough to follow Mon, 28 Apr 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Getting kids to exercise more and cut down on television-watching can dramatically reduce their risk of being overweight. No surprise. We even know just how much activity they should have and how little TV they should watch.

Knee injury introduces world of hurt Mon, 28 Apr 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Boomer knee article.

Pain got kid by the ear? Tubes! Mon, 28 Apr 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Dr. Betsy Neahring column for April 28

Ionic TechnologypProducts hit consumers from head to toe Mon, 28 Apr 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Whether you're cruising through a drug store or surfing TV channels, you can't help but notice claims about ions. There are ionic hair dryers. Ionic air purifiers. Ionic foot pads. Even ionic clothes hangers.

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