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Can I Use My Shower Gel As A Bubble Bath?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Sue says...Can all shower gels be used as bubble baths, or are some ingredients only meant for short-term skin contact? The Right Brain Responds: Excellent question, Sue, but there’s no simple answer. Products that are intended to remove oil and dirt from skin and hair (like bar soap, shower gels, body washes and shampoos) are a double edged sword. They use surfactants (aka detergents) to dissolve oils to get hair and skin clean, but dissolving too much oil can dry out skin and cause damage. And guess what – the surfactants that do a really good job of cleaning away “dirty” oils also remove more o...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 21, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Right Brain Tags: Bathing Source Type: blogs

Young Men's Knowledge About Birth ControlEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Or lack of! People, people, people - if you do not understand how birth control works, you should not be having sex! What happened to the old days when the boyfriend was expected to sit through the video and conversation about all the types of birth control during the appointment at Planned Parenthood? A friend sent me a link to the funniest video of men (trying to) explain how birth control... (Source: Teen Health 411)
Source: Teen Health 411 - March 21, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Nancy L. Brown, PhD Source Type: blogs

Will Juice Beauty Nourish Your Skin?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Saskya ask…Does any one know some about Juice Beauty? I’m looking for a new mosturizer, but I don’t really know what to buy I don’t want something extremely expensive. The Left Beauty Brain replies If you are looking for a new moisturizer but don’t want to spend a lot of money, then Juice Beauty is not the product for you. Based on the ingredient lists and the marketing story, Juice Beauty products appear to be a bit over-priced for what you get. Of course, this is true of most facial products. Truthfully, a facial moisturizer is not much different than a moisturizer you might use on your hand...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 20, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Left Brain Tags: Skin Source Type: blogs

A Smile For The EquinoxEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Here is a photo of Venus, Jupiter, and the Earth's moon, appearing as if smiling, taken by Scott Chaney: If the photo does not load, try http://www.news.com.au/common/imagedata/0,,6377981,00.jpg Day and night will be approximately equal length today, March 20 2010 at 1:32 PM EDT. That event is called the equinox, meaning "equal night." In the Northern Hemisphere, it marks the beginning of... (Source: The Fitness Fixer)
Source: The Fitness Fixer - March 20, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Jolie Bookspan, M.Ed, PhD, FAWM Source Type: blogs

Student LoansEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Here is an important topic around our house these days ... as the college acceptances dribble in with scholarships and grant offers that all seem to leave about $20k a year for me to cover. All I can say to those of you with younger kids is, "double your college saving plan!" A good education may be the most important investment a parent can make in a child's life and seems to have become one... (Source: Teen Health 411)
Source: Teen Health 411 - March 20, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Nancy L. Brown, PhD Source Type: blogs

He Did What?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
It's taken me a while to get to this one. Last spring, there was a news story about a man who said he saved his dog's life by sucking venom from a rattlesnake bite out of the animal's nose. After he performed this life-saving feat and took his dog to a veterinarian, he reportedly began feeling ill himself. It is further reported that he went to a hospital and received four vials of antivenom. The... (Source: Medicine for the Outdoors)
Source: Medicine for the Outdoors - March 20, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Paul Auerbach, M.D. Source Type: blogs

Beauty Brains Beauty Blog BlastEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Here’s a round up of articles from some of the other beauty blogs that we found interesting. BellaSugar tells you why you should be wearing sunscreen every day. Non-melanoma skin cancer is up 77% since 1992. And the Dermatology blog further explains the link between sun exposure and cancer. How much more proof do you need that you should wear sunscreen? Wow, the 15 Minute Beauty Fanatic takes you through the beauty product bags she packs for a trip. You won’t believe how many products she brings. Wonder what it’s like to get acupuncture? Afrobella tells about her acupuncture experience. Of course, t...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 19, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Mid Brain Tags: Blogroll Source Type: blogs

Truth in Packaging: Translating Food Label TermsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Are you completely confused when it comes to reading food labels? What exactly does natural mean? What exactly is unprocessed food vs processed food? Let's look at some terms and decifer their meanings. Thanks to the American Dietetic Association for assisting in the definitions! Natural Neither the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) nor the US Dept of Agriculture (USDA) have a formal... (Source: The Diet Dish)
Source: The Diet Dish - March 19, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Tara Gidus, MS, RD, CSSD, LD/N Source Type: blogs

Fast Fitness - Stop Common Source of Elbow PainEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Here is Fast Friday Fitness - Strengthen your arms while learning to change a movement habit that is a common source of elbow pain: Hold a pushup or plank position, handstand, or just lean on one or both arms.Notice your elbows. Check if you lock them straight, or let them hyperextend (bend slightly backwards) shown in the photo below. Instead, keep elbows slightly flexed (bent forward). You will... (Source: The Fitness Fixer)
Source: The Fitness Fixer - March 19, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Jolie Bookspan, M.Ed, PhD, FAWM Source Type: blogs

Who Sells the Best Beauty Products?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
You probably don’t think about the types of companies that make your cosmetics and beauty products but if you did, you might make different choices in the products you buy. Big and Small companies The majority of beauty products you can buy at supermarkets & department stores are made by big companies like P&G, Colgate-Palmolive, L’Oreal, Unilever, etc. If you’re curious, here is a list of the Top 50 Us companies and this list of the Top 30 International companies. But most of the unique beauty products you can buy on the Internet or in specialty shops are produced by small companies, often mom n ...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 18, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Left Brain Tags: Beauty Industry Source Type: blogs

Air PushupsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Can you do air pushups? If the above photos don't load, try: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2774/4443950148_c7512c2917_m.jpg and http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2657/4443177857_7cfc415710_m.jpg Giuliano is a young Romanian boy living in Italy, trained by his gymnast father. Thank you reader Paul J for telling me about him. Below is a link to the short video clip where I captured the above... (Source: The Fitness Fixer)
Source: The Fitness Fixer - March 18, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Jolie Bookspan, M.Ed, PhD, FAWM Source Type: blogs

Nutrition Made EasyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
I am celebrating National Nutrition Month the entire month of March. This is about as exciting as it gets for us in the nutrition world. People think eating right has to be difficult or that everything healthy has to taste like cardboard. Not true! Need more fruits and veggies? You can start your day with 2 servings of fruit in just an 8 ounce glass of 100% orange juice. You get a full... (Source: The Diet Dish)
Source: The Diet Dish - March 18, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Tara Gidus, MS, RD, CSSD, LD/N Source Type: blogs

Should You Avoid Fragrance in Your Skin Products?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Sere says…Hi Brains! I’m an Italian girl who’s trying to do her best to understand something in the complicated world of skin care. I read Paula Begoun’s opinion about fragrance, and from what I could understand, she’s quite severe. I mean she says we should definitely go for truly fragrance-free cosmetics, since fragrance, both synthetic and organic, cause irritation. Even when we cannot actually see skin reactions (like redness etc..), still it’s taking place underneath the skin’s surface, leading to long-term skin damage. So..that is what i wanted to know from you..is it true we...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 17, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Left Brain Tags: Fragrance beauty science Skin Source Type: blogs

Skin Antisepsis - Chlorhexidine/Alcohol versus Povidone/IodineEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Rabih Darouiche, MD and colleagues published an article entitled "Chlorhexidine-Alcohol versus Povidone-Iodine for Surgical-Site Antisepsis" in the New England Journal of Medicine (N Engl J Med 2010;362:18-26). They sought to compare preoperative skin cleansing with chlorhexidine-alcohol (C-A) to cleansing with povidone-iodine (P-I). The outcomes measured with the presence of any surgical-site... (Source: Medicine for the Outdoors)
Source: Medicine for the Outdoors - March 17, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Paul Auerbach, M.D. Source Type: blogs

What Drugstore Brand is Comparable to Arbonne?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
ibteachnu asks…I can no longer afford Arbonne. What drugstore brands are comparable to their hydrating wash, balancing toner, facial serum, and day creme? I’ve already replaced their RE-9 foaming body wash with Olay’s age defying body wash. What are your thoughts on that product? Right Brain responds After that big battle about Arbonne, we no longer let Left Brain answer questions about Arbonne, so this one is mine. Arbonne Hydrating Wash At almost $40 for a 3 ounce bottle of the Arbonne Hydrating Wash, it’s no wonder you can’t afford Arbonne anymore. No cleanser is worth that expense. Cleans...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 16, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Right Brain Tags: Skin beauty science beauty secrets Source Type: blogs

Handling painEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Despite the discovery of the gene for pain, doctors fail to follow established guidelines in pain treatment. We often overcomplicate our medical care. It’s best to start with simple treatments that are delivered well. Adding more treatments and tests will not speed your recovery. This only increase your costs and the risk of side effects.As a medical physician for over 51 years, I strive to give you the best medical information on controversial medical subjects, and help your read betwwen the lines. You must come to your own conclusions. I have no ties to any organization, pharmaceutical, or lobby group....
Source: Dr. Needles Medical Blogs - March 16, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Tags: HANDLING PAIN Source Type: blogs

Thank You - Grand Rounds 6.25Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Thank you Dr. Joseph Kim at Medicine and Technology for hosting Grand Rounds 6.25 this week and including a post from Teen Health 411 about asking the wrong question when assessing sexual risk in patients. As always, this week was eye opening! Thanks for the laugh about men thinking about sex until they die - it is so true! The post about sugar in soda was just as distressing as learning how... (Source: Teen Health 411)
Source: Teen Health 411 - March 16, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Nancy L. Brown, PhD Source Type: blogs

The emperor obama wears no clothesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
For President Obama to get what he wants in the health care reform he must make it clear and provide a dynamic picture. There is sharp opposition and astonishing intensity about his health reform bill, but can he see himself on this issue as "the emperor who wears no clothes".As a medical physician for over 51 years, I strive to give you the best medical information on controversial medical subjects, and help your read betwwen the lines. You must come to your own conclusions. I have no ties to any organization, pharmaceutical, or lobby group. As an practicing medical acupuncturist since 1982, I find western me...
Source: Dr. Needles Medical Blogs - March 15, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Tags: THE EMPEROR OBAMA WEARS NO CLOTHES Source Type: blogs

Do Sunscreen Pills Work?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
LoonyLolipop asks…Many news articles are gushing about the revolutionary development of sunscreen supplements, specifically SunPill and Heliocare. These products would be a wonderful alternative to topical sunscreens because I am very allergic to oxybenzone and avenobenzene, two common ingredients in over-the-counter topical sun blocks. However, no article has mentioned whether this pill offers broad spectrum protection. It seems like I can get more effective and less expensive sun protection by wearing a hat and drinking green tea. I admit that I am a cynical person and can be fairly stubborn. Since you have more access...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 15, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Left Brain Tags: Sunscreens protection Skin supplements Source Type: blogs

Ivy Fixes Neighbors Fitness - Making Results LastEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Ivy from New Zealand continues making her community healthier, one neighbor at a time. What does she do that helps so many? Here are just a few stories from her many updates: In December 2009, Inspirational Ivy wrote me: "Thought I would share this amusing little story. "Yesterday, I was talking to a 64 year old woman who is a new resident to this country and she told me that she was... (Source: The Fitness Fixer)
Source: The Fitness Fixer - March 15, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Jolie Bookspan, M.Ed, PhD, FAWM Source Type: blogs

Is Fresh Better Than Canned or Frozen?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
While fresh fruits and vegetables are good, they often sit in my crisper drawer and rot. The biggest food cost is when food is wasted and not eaten. That is why I love frozen vegetables so much. They can sit in my freezer for weeks or months, just waiting for their chance to debut and get microwaved for dinner. Am I sacrificing good nutrition for those frozen veggies instead of getting fresh?... (Source: The Diet Dish)
Source: The Diet Dish - March 15, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Tara Gidus, MS, RD, CSSD, LD/N Source Type: blogs

Pediatric Sports Injuries IncreasingEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Several studies presented this week at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons reported that in spite of a dramatic rise in pediatric sports injuries, there is still a lack of education, awareness and early treatment. More adolescents are participating in year-round sports without seasonal breaks and are playing on multiple teams simultaneously, leading to a growing... (Source: Teen Health 411)
Source: Teen Health 411 - March 15, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Nancy L. Brown, PhD Source Type: blogs

7th Annual Deep-Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness MonthEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
You know the importance of healthy life choices and passing them along to those you care for. But sometimes those you love don't have the time to think about silent risks they could be facing on a regular basis. In fact, people may be putting themselves at risk by simply sitting at a desk or even relaxing on a plane ride during a family vacation. March is the seventh annual Deep-Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness, and the Coalition to Prevent DVT is urging everyone to put ... (Source: Straightfromthedoc)
Source: Straightfromthedoc - March 14, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Tags: Consumer Alert , Miscellany Source Type: blogs

Spring Forward With Crankier ChildrenEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
I will be so happy when we stop having daylight savings time - which I hear is not really reducing our energy bills, anyway. I dread this day - the day my teenagers get one hour less sleep - it is truly amazing how much that one hour of sleep really helps their energy levels and moods! I try and get them to bed earlier for several days beforehand, which never works, I feed them tea to help them... (Source: Teen Health 411)
Source: Teen Health 411 - March 14, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Nancy L. Brown, PhD Source Type: blogs

Submit Comments to FDA on 2 Tobacco Issues.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The FDA is accepting comments from the public on two tobacco control issues:  • Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT): Two years ago, New York State Health Commissioner Richard Daines submitted a petition to the FDA to make nicotine replacement therapy more readily available and encourage more quit attempts. Two groups, the Association for the Treatment of Tobacco Use and Dependence (ATTUD)... (Source: Freedom from Smoking)
Source: Freedom from Smoking - March 14, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Jonathan Foulds, MA, MAppSci, PhD Source Type: blogs

Prescription Drugs and Grapefruit Juice Don't MixEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
© MuffetSo you've just been from the doctor's office and received drug prescriptions along with instructions to take your pills 3 times a day after every meal. But did you ask with what? Most people would know that general rule never to mix drugs with alcohol, but would it be ok to down your meds with juice? Or coffee? How about with soda? There are many studies indicating that fruit juices increases the absorption rate of certain minerals from foods, but when it comes ... (Source: Straightfromthedoc)
Source: Straightfromthedoc - March 13, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Tags: Did you know , Treatment Source Type: blogs

Does Neutrogena Cleanser/Mask Work Better If I Leave It On?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Kalisa’s Question…What can you tell me about Neutrogena Deep Clean Invigorating Cleanser/Mask? Specifically, is there any additional benefit to my skin of using it as mask (leaving it on for three minutes) as opposed to merely washing my face with it? The Right Brain’s Answer: To our surprise, Neutrogena does indeed recommend that this cleanser can be left on and used as a mask. We quote: This revolutionary formula works as a daily cleanser or 3-minute mask. It foams instantly to dissolve dirt, oil and makeup. Skin tingles as the cooling lather deep cleans to leave skin feeling energized and shine-free fo...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 13, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Right Brain Tags: Cleansers Source Type: blogs

The Future of the Tobacco IndustryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The tobacco industry and its products (primarily cigarettes) has caused the premature deaths of over 13 million people in the United States since the 1964 Surgeon General’s Report which concluded that cigarette smoking causes lung cancer. Those health professionals, who are familiar with these statistics, and with the great lengths the industry has gone to to try to cover them up, have little... (Source: Freedom from Smoking)
Source: Freedom from Smoking - March 13, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Jonathan Foulds, MA, MAppSci, PhD Source Type: blogs

Cyberbullying and LGBT YouthEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Technology advances have given rise to cyberbullying through Web sites, chat rooms, email, cell phones and instant messaging, and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people are frequent targets. A national study completed by researchers at Iowa State University reported that one out of every two LGBT youths reported being regular victims of cyberbullying. The examples of the... (Source: Teen Health 411)
Source: Teen Health 411 - March 13, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Nancy L. Brown, PhD Source Type: blogs

Spearfishing and Shark AttackEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Even though it's still winter on the east coast of the U.S., it won't be long until spring is here and people begin heading for the beach. The "snowbirds" continue to flock to Florida and many of my friends are heading off on dive vacations. This all reminds me of a story that appeared in the news nearly a year ago. According to the report, a man was attacked by a 7-foot bull shark while... (Source: Medicine for the Outdoors)
Source: Medicine for the Outdoors - March 13, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Paul Auerbach, M.D. Source Type: blogs

Sarah Bellum’s Sponsor Shout OutEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Lefty and Righty will say we’ve got to be skeptical about beauty products and do research before spending a lot of money blah blah blah. I don’t disagree, but whether you research or not, at some point you’re going to buy new stuff. So, when you do make a decision to buy, there are two ways you can help support the Beauty Brains. Super sponsors One, is to buy from our sponsors. Those are the featured ads in our header and on the sidebar to the right of this post. But you can also support our site by making your next purchase through an amazon link on our site. The best part is, it doesn’t matter WHA...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 12, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: thebeautybrains Tags: Questions Source Type: blogs

Doctor speaks out against health billEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The very idea that the government will dictate and ration patientcare is dangerous and certainly not helpful in designing a health care system that works for all. Guest blogger, Stephen Fraser MD.As a medical physician for over 51 years, I strive to give you the best medical information on controversial medical subjects, and help your read betwwen the lines. You must come to your own conclusions. I have no ties to any organization, pharmaceutical, or lobby group. As an practicing medical acupuncturist since 1982, I find western medicine and medical acupuncture are very co...
Source: Dr. Needles Medical Blogs - March 12, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Tags: DOCTOR SPEAKS OUT AGAINST HEALTH BILL Source Type: blogs

Fast Fitness - Can You Do Plank Chess?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Here is Friday Fast Fitness - great concentration, body strength and endurance for almost everything, healthful family fun, and improving your chess game, all at once. Reader Paul J wrote in with this: "Dr. Jolie, "Have you and your husband ever tried to play chess and do the plank at the same time? "Well, my son and I tried last night and my plank failed first so I lost. "Plus, my opening moves... (Source: The Fitness Fixer)
Source: The Fitness Fixer - March 12, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Jolie Bookspan, M.Ed, PhD, FAWM Source Type: blogs

Women: Drink Moderately, Gain Less WeightEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
© yashimaHear ye ladies! What's recently published at the Archives of Internal Medicine requires toasting for cheers: Healthy-weight women who drink a light to moderate amount of alcohol - no more than two servings a day of red wine, white wine, beer or liquor - tend to gain less weight over time than non-drinkers. Warning: don't binge on alcohol just yet. The key words are healthy-weight women and light to moderate amount of alcohol. According to cardiologist Lu Wang, lead researcher on the ... (Source: Straightfromthedoc)
Source: Straightfromthedoc - March 11, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Tags: Obesity , Studies , Weight Loss , Women's Health Source Type: blogs

Are Sororities Bad For Your Self Image?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
I hate to stereotype people and organizations but I can’t say that I’m surprised by this recent study that shows that women in sororities are more like to have body image problems. Sorority Rush Risk This topic is bound to be a bit controversial, so I suggest you click on over to ScienceDaily to read about it more detail. But the bottom line is that women who rushed a sorority had higher levels of self-objectification and disordered eating behaviors than among women who did not take part. According to the article, this is the first study to test objectification theory in a real-life context. What do YOU think? ...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 11, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Mid Brain Tags: Questions Source Type: blogs

Panera to Add Calories on Menu BoardEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Panera Bread restaurant announced yesterday that they will post all calorie information on their menu boards by the end of the year. This will make Panera the first national chain to voluntarily post information on menu boards across the country. They expect all locations to have this accomplished by the end of 2010. They already have their nutrition information posted on their website. There... (Source: The Diet Dish)
Source: The Diet Dish - March 11, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Tara Gidus, MS, RD, CSSD, LD/N Source Type: blogs

Have You Had Sex?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
You wouldn't think that was a tough question - most doctors and therapists assessing risk in teenagers ask this simple question every day - but an accurate answer seems hard to get. A new study from the Kinsey Institute at Indiana University found no consensus among people 18- to 96 year-year-old when they were asked that question. Thirty percent of the people did not consider oral sex, having... (Source: Teen Health 411)
Source: Teen Health 411 - March 11, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Nancy L. Brown, PhD Source Type: blogs

Don’t Be Fooled By Fake SunscreensEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Ally asks…I have got a face cream as a gift and it’s day defence cream for normal/combination skin with UV filter. What strength that UV filter is or whether it’s UVA+UVB protection is not mentioned. I was reading through ingredients list and couldn’t find any evidence of UV protection, but maybe my knowledge is just not deep enough. It goes like this: ionized water, glyceryl stearate, cetearyl alcohol, vegetable oil, ceteareth-20, capric and capronic acid triglycerides, decapric ether, perfume oil, dimethicone, plantain extract, primrose extract, blueberry extract, perfume composition, methylparabe...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 10, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Left Brain Tags: Sunscreens Source Type: blogs

Thank You Grand Rounds 6.24 - Pain and Suffering EditionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Thank You Health Business Blog for hosting Grand Rounds 6.24, "Pain and Suffering" edition and including my article Doctors Don't Prescribe Effective Back and Neck Pain Therapy - Exercise among the votes for best medical writing of the week. David Williams, co-founder of MedPharma Partners LLC, who writes the Health Business blog, wrote, "Got back pain? Exercise is the only thing that seems to... (Source: The Fitness Fixer)
Source: The Fitness Fixer - March 10, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Jolie Bookspan, M.Ed, PhD, FAWM Source Type: blogs

Raynaud's Phenomenon and AltitudeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In a past issue of Wilderness and Environmental Medicine (Volume 20, Number 2, 2009), Andrew Luks and colleagues published an article entitled “Can People with Raynaud’s phenomenon Travel to High Altitude?” The purpose of their inquiry was to determine whether high altitude travel adversely affects mountain enthusiasts with Raynaud’s phenomenon (RP). RP is constriction of tiny blood vessels in... (Source: Medicine for the Outdoors)
Source: Medicine for the Outdoors - March 10, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Paul Auerbach, M.D. Source Type: blogs

Is Baby Shampoo Bad For Your Hair?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Kitten Devine’s question…Yesterday at a hair shop they asked me what shampoo I used. So I told them I use Zwitsal baby shampoo, because I like how it makes my hair feel and because sodium laureth sulphate is only the 5th ingredient on the list, so I figured it’s more gentle and doesn’t strip the color out of my hair. Now they told me that baby shampoo was bad for your hair because the pH of it is different then regular shampoos. Because of the different pH it would open your cuticles whereas ‘good’ (more acidic) shampoos would close them. Is this true or myth? The Left Brain’s repl...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 9, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Left Brain Tags: Shampoo baby shampoo pH Source Type: blogs

Osteoarthritis and Cosequin DSEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Source: WikipediaOsteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis usually affecting the joints of the hands, knees, hips or spine. The breakdown of cartilage, which serves as a "cushion" between the bones of the joints, causes pain and swelling and reduces mobility. While most cases of osteoarthritis are related to aging, there are many other factors and health conditions that may contribute to the development of osteoarthritis such as obesity, diabetes, joint injury, and hormone disorders. There is no specific treatment to stop cartilage ... (Source: Straightfromthedoc)
Source: Straightfromthedoc - March 9, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Tags: Arthritis , Did you know Source Type: blogs

Goodby viagra, hello sunshineEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Men with normal levels of vitamin D have much more testosterone circulating in their blood than those lacking vitamin D.As a medical physician for over 51 years, I strive to give you the best medical information on controversial medical subjects, and help your read betwwen the lines. You must come to your own conclusions. I have no ties to any organization, pharmaceutical, or lobby group. As an practicing medical acupuncturist since 1982, I find western medicine and medical acupuncture are very complimentary. This results in astounding healing in pain management, addictions to cigarettes and food, and a host of other malad...
Source: Dr. Needles Medical Blogs - March 9, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Tags: HELLO SUNSHINE GOODBY VIAGRA Source Type: blogs

World Glaucoma WeekEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
© WTL photosYou know that keeping your mind and body active and eating the right foods are important factors in ensuring a long and healthy life. But another factor to this equation is your eye health. All Eyes on Glaucoma wants to lest us all know that March 7-13th is World Glaucoma Week. Throughout this week people are encouraged to learn about eye health and the importance of regular, comprehensive eye exams. We must take action this month to ensure everyone in our life ... (Source: Straightfromthedoc)
Source: Straightfromthedoc - March 9, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Tags: Consumer Alert , Eye Health Source Type: blogs

Thank You to Health Business Blog for Grand RoundsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Thank you to Health Business Blog for mentioning my post about the ankle rules for children in this week's edition of Grand Rounds. Grand Rounds is a weekly compilation of health care posts from around the web compiled by a host, who goes to great lengths to make the collection informative and entertaining. (Source: Medicine for the Outdoors)
Source: Medicine for the Outdoors - March 9, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Paul Auerbach, M.D. Source Type: blogs

Thank You - Grand Rounds 6.24Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Thank you David Williams at Health Business Blog for hosting Grand Rounds 6.24 this week and including the post from Teen Health 411 about how to support seniors receiving college letters this month. This week was an intense read - you were not kidding about the pain and suffering theme! I think maybe I will have a finish line branded on my arm so I get projects done on time--I can blame... (Source: Teen Health 411)
Source: Teen Health 411 - March 9, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Nancy L. Brown, PhD Source Type: blogs

Incontinence Products and Taking Care of The ElderlyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
© Ethan PraterMy mother is turning 62 this year. Mind you, she's as healthy and strong as a horse. I'm having body aches and pains here and there and she doesn't even have that. Anyway, she's always saying that she'd rather have a sudden death than be bed-ridden in her old age as she doesn't want to be a burden to her kids and those who will take care of her. I would always contradict her by saying I'd love to take care of ... (Source: Straightfromthedoc)
Source: Straightfromthedoc - March 8, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Tags: Did you know , Medical Devices Source Type: blogs

Is Olay Pro-X As Good As A Dermatologist?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Modistmoz asks…I’ve just begun looking into starting an anti aging regiment for my skin (I am 30 with very fair skin). I’m working hard to research products to find the best fit. I was wondering what the Beauty Brains has to say about the new Oil of Olay Professional Pro-X line. Is it any good? The Right Brain replies: Is Pro-X any good? According to one study, it’s as good as prescription anti-aging from a dermatologist. Maybe. Doubtful data? According to Cosmeticsdesign testing done by Procter Gamble, makers of Olay, shows that its Pro-X line performs as well as a tretinoin-based prescription tre...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 8, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Right Brain Tags: Anti-aging Questions Olay Pro-X Retin-A Wrinkle Treatment Source Type: blogs

New Healthy Employment Programs for Developmentally DisabledEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Another reader has Fixed the Fitness for a community program so beneficial and potentially far-reaching that I have given her an Academy Appointment. Peggy Santamaria is bringing my healthy daily life techniques to developmentally disabled adults. She has made a new program to transition developmental disability to Developmental Ability. After her success story appeared - Shoveling Snow -... (Source: The Fitness Fixer)
Source: The Fitness Fixer - March 8, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: Jolie Bookspan, M.Ed, PhD, FAWM Source Type: blogs

Does Infusium Weaken Hair?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Berlina beckons…I had recently been using Infusium leave in treatment on my hair and it had been working fabulously. But, my little brother managed to spill the entire bottle on my floor. After thinking of buying another bottle, I bought a replacement conditioner for the time being for the rest of the week. I was wondering what it is in Infusium that works so well with my hair? I heard that it may cause your hair to weaken. Is this true? The Right Brain Responds: Infusium 23 has been around for many, many years (although now it’s owned by P&G) and it’s a very nice leave-in formula. What’s in it...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - March 7, 2010 Category: Physicians With Health Advice Authors: thebeautybrains Tags: Conditioners Questions infusium Leave in Conditioner Source Type: blogs