MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'easy health tips'. Sun, 25 Jul 2010 11:20:58 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3740571&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fweight-loss-7-ways-to-fight-hunger%2F photo from Flickr user Muffet We’re not big fans of dieting. But sometimes even just watching what you eat sucks. Nothing’s worse than the feeling you get when you want chocolate, but know you can’t have it. (Okay, the BP oil spill, earthquake in Haiti, and wars in Iraq and Afghanistan might be worse.) With these tips to stay full while eating less, you may be able to treat yourself once in a while. 1. Eat protein for breakfast. Eating a lean protein at breakfast keeps you fuller than other nutrients, because your body takes more time to digest and absorb it. Try low-fat yogurt or egg whites. But not mixed — that would be gross. 2. Swallow some spuds. The starch in potatoes resists digestive enzymes, which means it takes longer for your body to break it down. Potat... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3740571 Fri, 09 Jul 2010 19:52:16 +0100 3740571 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3595554&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fweight-gain-in-the-wrong-places-daily-health-quiz%2F How much do you really know about your health? You may think you know all the ins and outs of staying well, but our daily Health Smarts Quiz will test your knowledge on the spot. Answer our question, below, and check back tomorrow for the correct answer and your next pop quiz. Today’s Question: It is more dangerous to carry weight on your body in certain places than others? A build-up of fat in one particular part of your body will make you more likely to develop health problems. Which part of your body is the riskiest place to have a build-up of fat? #MicroPollDiv_257236 { width: 250px; margin: 0px auto; } Answer to our last health quiz: We’ve heard that those who take birth control aren’t supposed to smoke, but is there actually a risk? According to Our Bodies, Oursel... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3595554 Mon, 24 May 2010 21:46:38 +0100 3595554 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3585578&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fweight-loss-20-real-ways-to-drop-the-pounds%2F photo: Thinkstock We all know that as we age, it gets harder to keep the pounds off. While it’s fun (in a bitter way) to get nostalgic about when you were 16 and could eat a pint of ice cream every day and still be an XS, Real Simple put together a list of 20 ways to lose weight for good. 1. If you begin your meals with a salad, you’ll eat less for the rest of the meal. A study proves that participants who ate a salad topped with low-fat mozzarella and low-calorie Italian dressing ate 10% less calories over the course of the entire day. 2. Speaking of salads, try this trick: Get your dressing on the side, then dip your fork in it before you spear a hunk of lettuce. You’ll get all the taste at a fraction of the calories. 3. When you’re going out to eat, order two app... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3585578 Thu, 20 May 2010 18:18:55 +0100 3585578 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3566589&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fmental-health-give-your-brain-a-workout%2F photo: Thinkstock Sometimes it just feels good to give your brain a rest – to lie back, flip on whatever reruns are playing on TBS, and stop thinking for an hour or two. But after a few days of prime vegging-out time, we need to stretch our brain, just like we do our bodies. And we found some great ideas on how to do just that from iVillage. If you’ve scorned yoga in the past, it might be time to reconsider. Regularly practicing yoga and meditating improve cognitive functions, as well as emotional processing, by increasing cortical thickness, which can happen in just eight weeks. Yoga can also positively affect the parts of your brain that deal with stress, sensory awareness, self-awareness, and judgment. Yoga isn’t the only physical activity you can do that will help your br... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3566589 Fri, 14 May 2010 22:30:39 +0100 3566589 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3560177&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fhealth-department-whats-really-in-your-perfume%2F photo: Thinkstock At Blisstree, we like to smell as delightful as the next woman, but we haven’t put that much thought into what’s in the perfume we spritz on every morning. Have you? We all should, according a report from the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics. Rather than list specific chemicals on bottles of perfume, many perfumes just list the ingredient, “fragrance.” This is like ingredients in your favorite soup being listed as “food.” Looking at a sample of 17 popular perfumes, it was found that each had an average of 14 unlisted ingredients in them. In fact, the 17 fragrances contained an average of ten chemical sensitizers each, which can trigger allergies, asthma, headaches, and dermatitis when inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Food manufacturer... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3560177 Thu, 13 May 2010 15:43:09 +0100 3560177 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3556038&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fstress-study-working-may-be-hazardous-to-your-health%2F photo: Thinkstock With jobs few and far between these days, many of those who are fortunate enough to be employed are forced to work long hours – sometimes seven days a week. And there’s more bad news: Not only are you missing out on your beauty sleep, but working for more than 10 hours a day also might be hazardous to your health. A joint study done at the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health and University College of London has shown that people who work more than 10 hours a day are 60% more likely to develop heart disease or have a heart attack than those who work only seven hours a day. But the reasons aren’t totally clear. It might be because workaholics have less time to relax and focus on themselves. And it’s not just those with high-stress jobs who are at ri... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3556038 Wed, 12 May 2010 14:25:34 +0100 3556038 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3552208&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fpresident-obamas-cancer-panel-carcinogens-are-everywhere%2F photo: Thinkstock The President’s Cancer Panel reports that Americans are surrounded by cancer-causing agents present in the environment. But before you give up all hope and start puffing cigarettes and chugging Diet Coke like there’s no tomorrow, most leading cancer experts say that we already know what causes most cancers. The experts fear that by claiming that threats lie all around us, people will use it as an excuse to ignore behaviors that are proven to cause cancer, including smoking and obesity. The President’s Panel report encourages the government to investigate environmental causes of cancer. But cancer experts say this is distracting both the government and the public from focusing on the causes of cancer that are already known, thus hampering a move towards a... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3552208 Tue, 11 May 2010 00:00:45 +0100 3552208 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2838890&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fhealthbolt-reading-room-take-two%2F Milestone birthdays can be stressful times. I find it’s always around any birthday ending in 0 that I start reaching for self-help books. This year was no different. Soon after my birthday, I started reading the following… Change your habits, change your life (A Proven Plan for Healthy Living) by Danna Demetre. In this book, Demetere, a lifestyle coach, provides a 40 day guide to how you can make dynamic and lasting changes to your life by taking an ‘inside-out’ approach. Along the way, you will learn how to turn unhealthy thoughts healthy, stay active and maximize your energy by eating right, achieve true rest and regeneration, and discover how a  writing a daily journal can help in the move towards permanent change. 70 Ways to Beat 70 (Keys to a Longer, Healthier Life). I’m no... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2838890 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 04:25:12 +0100 2838890 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2832112&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fbook-review-road-rules-to-live-by%2F Did you know that around 40 million squirrels a year get run over on US roads simply because they are so busy running back and forth, with no plan or strategy, with the sole aim of finding nuts? Which is why Andrew J Sherman, in his self-improvement book Road Rules, suggests that we need to ‘Be the Truck. Not the Squirrel.’ Unlike squirrels, trucks are big, powerful, and have a plan, road map, and destination in mind. They, unlike the squirrel, don’t get squashed. Yes, it sounds a bit extreme, even violent and aggressive. But once you get into the book, you’ll find that there is nothing at all aggressive about Andrew’s approach to life. In fact, the book simply uses road signs and rules as the way to navigate the road of life. Road Rules puts a new spin on many of the common road... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2832112 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:02:55 +0100 2832112 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2814381&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fbanish-germs-with-this-diy-hand-sanitizer%2F Word everywhere is that washing your hands is the key to staying healthy, especially when there are so many bugs and viruses floating around. Soap and water work great but sometimes you just feel the need to use something a little more potent  – like an alcohol based hand sanitizer. But there’s a lot of controversy surrounding hand sanitizer products. Some people worry about the effectiveness of them. Others are concerned about the chemicals put in them – chemicals such as the endocrine disruptor Triclosan. Easier, in some ways, to make your own. That way, you exactly what’s in it. DIY hand sanitizer recipe In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup each of pure aloe vera gel and grain alcohol with 5 drops of tea tree essential oil. To make it smell less pungent, add 5 drops of your fav... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2814381 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 20:26:20 +0100 2814381 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765982&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fbook-review-hair-loss-for-dummies%2F What causes hair loss?  Can you prevent it? Can lost hair be restored? These are just some of the questions answered by the user-friendly Hair Loss & Replacement for Dummies. Co-authored by well known hair restoration surgeons Robert M. Bernstein, M.D., F.A.A.D., and Dr. William Rassman, this book gives both men and women a clear understanding about hair loss, hair loss prevention, hair replacement, natural remedies, over the counter treatments, and medical and hair transplant options. Featured chapters include … Getting To Know Your Hair ( What Causes Hair Loss; The Devastation Of Hair Loss In Women; Undergoing Hair Restoration Surgery) Anatomy and Physiology of Hair (How Hair Grows; Aging Hair; Hair & Ethnicity, Maintaining Self-Esteem in the Face of Hair Loss) Taking Bet... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765982 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 04:26:58 +0100 2765982 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2744064&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fgo-ahead-%25e2%2580%25a6swear-the-pain-away%2F Here’s a study you can use. Swearing apparently plays an important role in relieving pain. The study, published last month in the NeuroReport journal, tested this theory on college students. Students are required to immerse their hands in cold water for as long as they could. While the hands were in the cold water, they were encouraged to either repeat a swear word of their choice or chant a neutral non-swear word. The students who used sweat words reported less pain during the exercise and were also able to keep their hands in the cold water for at least 40 seconds longer. While the study’s researchers are unsure how this works, they are now advocating that if you hurt yourself, then go ahead and swear. So next time you stub your toe or hit your finger with a hammer, go ahead and swea... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2744064 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:52:29 +0100 2744064 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2510380&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fhealthy-marinades-for-the-bbq%2F Marinades not only make grilled foods taste better, they may also make them safer. That’s the word from a number of studies that have been looking into the risk of grilling meats on the BBQ. The latest study suggests that adding beneficial antioxidants such as rosemary extracts or Thai spices to the meat can significantly reduce the risk of ingesting heterocyclic amines (HCAs). Last year, scientists at the University of Porto in Portugal examined the effects of beer and red wine marinades on grilled steak and discovered that simply marinating in beer or red wine for six hours reduced the levels of two types of HA by up to 90 per cent compared with unmarinated steak. Mix all or some of these ingredients together and you’ll end up with healthy and hopefully tasty marinade recipe. O... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2510380 Tue, 23 Jun 2009 01:05:36 +0100 2510380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2510381&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2F7-tips-for-healthier-barbequing-this-summer%2F Summer time is BBQ time for most of us. But in the past few years, there has been a lot of concern about the health issues relating to barbequing meats. In particular,  health concerns revolve around the potential exposure carcinogenic compounds such as Hetrocyclic amines (HCAs) that increase as meat is charred on the grill and Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAAs) that are created when fat and meat juices drip onto the coals and stones. Back in 2005,  HCAs, which has been shown to cause tumors in animals and possibly increase the risk of breast, colon, stomach, pancreatic, and prostate cancer in humans, was added to The National Institute of Health’s hit list of cancer causing agents. But that doesn’t mean you should stop BBQing. It just means you need to grill safer. Here’s how... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2510381 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 01:06:28 +0100 2510381 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2447499&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2F8-ways-to-improve-your-recession-health%2F Hey, we all know that being in a recession is the pits. Fears of job and house losses, not to mention dwindling 401Ks (retirement funds) can make things like pretty gloomy. But, believe it or not, the recession could actually be good for your health - well, at least your physical health. Here‘s why - by suddenly looking at your life and starting to examine the way you live, how you spend, and what you do with your time, the recession could actually help you recreate a more healthy and even happier you. Here’s how… 1. Pull out the saucepans and start cooking Eating out is convenient but it’s not good on the wallet and it’s not good on the diet. So now’s the perfect time to get back into the kitchen and start cooking up good, healthy, and great tasting meals to be shared with the... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2447499 Sat, 30 May 2009 10:26:03 +0100 2447499 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2405098&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fstraighten-up-for-national-posture-month%2F With May being National Correct Posture Month, it seems only right to think about ways to improve the posture. Sitting at the computer for hours on end has, I’m sure, increased my habit of slumping so a few reminders and tips on how to straighten up won’t go amiss. Here’s what Dr Greg Thielman, Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at the University of Philadelphia, suggests in the way of tips and exercises… Evaluate your workstation: A workstation is anywhere that an individual spends a notable amount of time daily and for many of us, our primary workstation is standing or sitting at a desk. “If you’re sitting, don’t drop a ton of money on an ergonomic chair. Instead, position the chair to provide lumbar, shoulder, and if needed, head support.”  Perfor... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2405098 Mon, 11 May 2009 06:51:39 +0100 2405098 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2398627&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fhugs-make-you-happier%2F MSNBC reported the other day that ‘thanks to the swine flu, there’s a little less hugging and kissing  [going on] in the United States’.  They base this on a recent  Harvard survey that found about 1 in 10 Americans have stopped hugging, kissing, and even shaking hands because of swine flu concerns. Sounds pretty extreme and probably not all that good for your health. Hugging, after all, makes people happier. And happier people will often be healthier people. Hugging, a simple physical expressions of affection,  improves and strengthen peoples connections and relationships with other people and themselves. Hugging, even in the time of swine flu H1N1 flu, is good for you.  To find out more about why hugging is good, check out this recent article over at The... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2398627 Sun, 10 May 2009 06:48:37 +0100 2398627 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2367424&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fmeatless-mondays-good-for-your-health%2F Did you know that… The meat industry generates nearly 1/5 of the man-made greenhouse gases that are accelerating climate change worldwide, far more than transportation. About 40 calories of fossil fuel energy go into every calorie of feed lot beef in the U.S.(2) Compare this to the 2.2 calories of fossil fuel energy needed to produce one calorie of plant-based protein. The estimated 634 gallons of fresh water required to produce one 5.2 ounce hamburger would be enough for a four-hour shower. Compare this to the 143 gallons of water required to produce the same quantity of tofu. 2/3 of Americans are overweight or suffer from obesity. 6 Studies show that individuals on vegetarian or low-meat diets have significantly lower body weights and body mass indices. Chronic preventable conditions l... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2367424 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:00:40 +0100 2367424 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2240878&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F03%2F06%2Fcool-names-for-vegetables-gets-kids-eating-more%2F Trying to get some kids to eat vegetables is like pulling teeth. They’ll do just about anything to avoid that green, orange, or yellow thing sitting on the plate. Hiding it doesn’t work. Somehow, they always seem to know it there. Well, turns out there’s an easier way to get your kids to eat their greens, yellows, and oranges. Just give them a cool name like ‘X-ray Vision Carrots’, ‘Tomato Bursts’, or ‘dinosaur broccoli trees’ and the vegetables won’t stand a chance. They’ll be goobled up quick. That’s the finding of a new study by Cornell University researchers. They presented 186 four-year old “X-ray Vision Carrots” and found that these pre-schoolers ate nearly twice as much as they did on the lunch days ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2240878 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:18:15 +0100 2240878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2232533&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F03%2F02%2Fhealthbolts-on-a-diet%2F Healthbolt’s on a diet this week… … a diet of books about healthy eating and dieting. I’ll be reviewing a different book everyday this week, starting tomorrow with entertaining and informative ‘Your Big Fat Boyfriend’ (How to Stay Thin When Dating a Dieting Disaster) by Jenna Bergen. Tags: Book Reviews, diet book reviews, diet books, diet books worth reading, dieting and your health, diets, healthy eating books, new diet booksShare This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2232533 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 03:32:28 +0100 2232533 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2232536&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F02%2F27%2Fdoodling-stops-daydreaming%2F Good news for those of us who discover at the end of a meeting or lecture that our notes are hidden by messy doodles, unintelligible to anyone but ourselves. According to recent study carried out by UK researchers those who doodle have better memory recall than those who do not. The study had the participants divided into two groups - one group was encouraged to color in shapes on a piece of paper while listening to a 2.5 minute telephone message and the other group was left to their own devices while listening. Both groups, by the way, were told before the message began that it would be dull. Directly after listening to the message, everyone was asked to write down the eight specific places and names mentioned in the message. The results - doodlers on average recalled 7.5, while the non-d... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2232536 Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:22:07 +0100 2232536 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2200489&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F02%2F19%2Ftest-your-knowledge-about-meningitis%2F Everyone’s more at risk of catching meningitis in the wintertime, so now would be a good time to refresh your knowledge about meningitis - what it is, signs and symptoms, and what to do about it - with these two quizzes and an interactive puzzle created Meningitis UK. Meningitis UK, Test Your Knowledge of Meningitis Quiz I thought I knew quite a lot about the disease but only scored 5 out of 9 on the first quiz and 6 out of 8 on the second. But because it’s an interactive site, I quickly get to find out where I was wrong and discover more about the disease. Tags: bacterial meningitis, meningitis, meningitis awareness, meningitis knowledge, meningitis quiz, signs and symptoms of meningitis, test your meningitis awareness, test your meningitis knowledgeShare This (Source: Healt... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2200489 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 09:50:32 +0100 2200489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2167553&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F02%2F06%2Fand-the-winner-of-road-trip-guide-to-the-soul-is%2F Am happy to see that so many of you are like me and love hitting the road. Road trips really are exhilerating and result in such memorable experiences. But road trips aren’t only about getting in the car and driving off in the sunset. They can also be about looking for change, looking for answers, and clearing the mind. And that’s really what the book ‘Road Trip Guide to the Soul’ is all about. I can guarantee that by the time you’ve finished reading it and following some of the ideas and action plans, you’ll be feeling as exhilerated as when you got into the car and took off. One lucky Healthbolt reader will be able to discover this for themselves. The winner of Sadie Nardini’s Road Trip Guide to the Soul is… Brandlyn Congratulations Brandly... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2167553 Fri, 06 Feb 2009 23:13:27 +0100 2167553 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2160351&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F02%2F04%2Fits-healthbolt-carnival-time-8%2F   It’s Healthbolt Carnival time, so grab that cup of coffee and start reading. Brain Blogger from Brain Blogger asks Is Sugar the New Cocaine?, saying, “Refined sugars have only relatively recently appeared in the diets of most people. Regulatory pathways that balance calorie intake and energy expenditure and reward pathways help the body regulate ingestion of these sweeteners, as well as other foods.” Just_Kelly from Choosing Losing! looks at The Stress Eater Diet: Review and Giveaway!, saying, here’s your chance to win a copy of The Stress Eater Diet! To win, go to the Stress Eater Diet site and take their stress eater quiz. Post the results and let me know what is stressing you out in comments.” fightingfatigue from IC Disease suggests that Addiction to... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2160351 Wed, 04 Feb 2009 22:28:33 +0100 2160351 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2149611&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F01%2F31%2Fsexbolt-saturday-gardening-as-a-natural-viagra%2F Did you know that one man in 10 will suffer from impotence, also known as erectile dysfunction, at some stage in their life? But according to a new study, all guys need to do to reduce the risk of them suffering from this infliction is to get out of the house and into the garden. Sounds pretty simple. According to the researchers at the Medical University of Vienna, who studied 674 guys aged 45 to 60, half an hour of gardening five days of week can make all the difference, reducing the risk of impotence by around 38%. Put a bit more sweat into it, burn even more calories, and the risk reduction will be even greater. Granted, it doesn’t have to be just gardening. Other forms of moderate exercise - dancing, cycling, and jogging - can also have the same effect. But what a great argume... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2149611 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 22:16:40 +0100 2149611 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2144526&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F01%2F29%2Ftake-a-road-trip-to-the-soul%2F Friends say that whenever I hear the words ‘road trip’ my eyes light up and I’ve got one foot heading out the door trying to catch a ride. I just love getting out on the road and heading somewhere. I don’t even have to be heading anywhere in particular. I just like to be on the road. So it‘s not surprising that  Sadie Nardini’s book ‘Road Trip Guide to the Soul’ caught my eye. After, the whole premise of the book rested on one of my favorite activities. But once I started reading, I soon realised that this road trip was unlike any other I had taken. Instead of packing a bag and jumping in a car, it was asking me to unpack, declutter, and remove the roadblocks in my life. Quite a daunting task, if you ask me. But I was up for the challenge. After all, it was making sense. L... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2144526 Fri, 30 Jan 2009 01:11:44 +0100 2144526 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2121618&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F01%2F21%2Fhealthbolt-carnival-time-3%2F It’s Healthbolt Carnival time. So grab a coffee, get comfortable,  and start clicking… Andy from Doomsday Labs offers a unique and interesting insight of our GI track in The Enteric Nervous System, Our Gastrointestinal Overlord. Aparna from Beauty & Personality Grooming offers guidance in Anuloma-Viloma pranayama breathing exercise, saying, “Due to increased oxygen intake during this pranayam exercise, one feels clear headed and calm.” Sam from Surfer Sam and Friends writes about the The Best Way to Conquer Allergies. mediamonkey from How to: tips, tricks & recipes provides some How to tips and tricks to prevent wrinkles. GP from posted at Manely Montana looks at some useful tips on Surviving Winter Simply Jarkko Aho from Fake Money Blog presents a Coo... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2121618 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:40:38 +0100 2121618 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2107712&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F01%2F15%2Fjoin-the-pound-for-pound-challenge%2F Talking about dieting and hunger in the same sentence somehow doesn’t seem right. But what if you could lose weight and help feed the hungry at the same time? That’s the idea behind a new campaign created by General Mills, NBC’s The Biggest Loser and the non-profit organization Feeding America. It’s called the Pound for Pound Challenge because, for ever pound you lose, General Mills will donate 10 cents to Feeding America. That’s enough, apparently, to provide one pound of groceries to a local food bank. Imagine all those 10 cents added together - just think of how many pounds of groceries Feeding America could provide for those without food.   All you have to do is take the pledge, start dieting (and of course exercising) and watch your lost pounds convert... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2107712 Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:47:23 +0100 2107712 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2104469&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F01%2F14%2Fits-healthbolt-carnival-time-7%2F Time for another Healthbolt Carnival. You know the drill - grab a coffee, get comfortable, and start clicking. There’s plenty of reading to be done, starting with… Steve M from Weight Loss Weapons who looks at Weight Loss Scam Sites, saying, “Before being lured by an appealing weight loss success story check the weight loss scam list. Odds are good that they site is a fake.” Madeleine Begun Kane from Mad Kane’s Humor Blog keeps the guys on their toes with her A Valiant Guy’s Guide To Valentine’s Day. Alvaro Fernandez from SharpBrains has a list of the Top 10 Brain Fitness and Cognitive Health Books. Sarah Scrafford from Massage Therapy Careers looks at how you can educate yourself for free with these 50+ Open Courseware Classes on Fitness and Nutrition.... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2104469 Wed, 14 Jan 2009 22:40:34 +0100 2104469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2100904&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F01%2F13%2Fparadise-island-caretaker-wanted-no-experience-needed%2F I’ll let you in on a little secret. I’ve just found my dream job - getting paid to live on an beautiful island in a luxurious villa for six months. The money’s really good, the climate is perfect, and all I’ll have to do is wander around the local area, exploring all it has to offer and report back weekly via blogs, photo diaries, video updates and media interviews. I’d all have to collect the mail, feed the fish, and clean the pool. No, I’m not making this up. It’s ‘fair dinkum’ as the Aussies would say, aimed to promote Queensland, and in particular the Great Barrier Reef and Hamilton Island to the world. I could do that. I want to do that. But there’s a small problem. It’s no secret and everyone, and I mean everyone, ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2100904 Tue, 13 Jan 2009 22:02:37 +0100 2100904 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2089938&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F01%2F08%2Fhealthbolt-carnival-time-2%2F Welcome to the latest Healthbolt Carnival. This edition features a collection of posts sent in over the past month (some, it seems, have gotten lost, so if you post isn’t here, apologies). Grab a coffee, pull up a chair, and start clicking on an eclectic selection of health and wellness posts… Katherine McMahon from Gluten Free Alaskan Goddess discovers that Italy is full of Celiacs in Living Gluten Free in the land of Pasta and Pizza. Alvaro Fernandez from SharpBrains writes about Cognitive screenings and Alzheimer’s Disease, saying, “The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America just released a thoughtful report advocating for widespread cognitive screenings after the age of 65 (55 given the right conditions).” Dr Martin W. Russell reviews The LAP-BAND Solu... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2089938 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:51:46 +0100 2089938 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2077758&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F01%2F03%2Fnew-years-resolutions-that-keep-on-keeping-on%2F New Year’s resolutions - so easy to come by but so hard to keep. And that’s why, after years of failing to follow through with my New Year’s resolutions, I decided a few years ago to throw away the list and start looking at the concept in a different light. What if, I thought, I created a list of evergreen resolutions that reflected not short term goals but a lifestyle philosophy?  Last year I found my evergreen resolutions on some decorative tiles while at a garden center purchasing a lemon tree to replace the one I had killed (good news - one year later said lemon tree still alive and growing enough lemons to make lemonade). And this year, my New Year’s evergreen resolutions were re-affirmed with this coffee mug I got as a Christmas present… Inspiration,... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2077758 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:27:53 +0100 2077758 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2073981&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F01%2F02%2Fand-the-winner-of-the-oral-b-pulsonic-toothbrush-is%2F Wow. Looks like everyone wants one of these amazing toothbrushs, including me. The Oral B Pulsonic puts my supermarket bought battery operated Colgate toothbrush to shame. But, unfortunately, there is only one Oral B Pulsonic to give away. And the lucky Healthbolt reader is… Reva Skie Congratulations Reva Skie. You’ll be getting an email shortly with instructions on how to claim your prize. As for the rest of us - well, I don’t know about you but I’m seriously thinking of upgrading my toothbrush. If nothing else, it will sure make my dentist happy. Tags: dental care, dental hygiene, giveaway, healthbolt giveaway, oral b pulsonic, oral b toothbrush, toothbrush, white teethShare This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2073981 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 05:24:46 +0100 2073981 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2073982&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F01%2F02%2Fnew-years-resolutions-more-trouble-than-they-are-worth%2F So, have you made your New Year’s resolutions yet? You know, the ‘I’m going to lose weight, stop smoking, go to the gym, eat healthier, be nicer, get richer, etc, etc, etc’ type of resolutions. If you have, good luck. I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you. And if you haven’t, my advice is ‘don’t bother’. Did you know that most people who make New Year’s resolutions fail dismally within the first month or two of the new year? A UK study of 3,000 people found that in the end, only about 400 managed to stay on track and achieve their resolutions. That’s pretty grim statistics. Why so bad? Well, according to all the ‘experts’, it’s mostly because we… - have too many resolutions - the resolutions are too va... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2073982 Fri, 02 Jan 2009 07:15:42 +0100 2073982 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2073985&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F12%2F31%2Fhealthbolt-giveaway-win-a-cohesos-caloriessmart-mini-nutrition-calculator%2F Want to know exactly how many calories that handful of nuts or second latte is going to add to you diet? Now you can simply and easily with the Coheso’s CaloriesSmart Mini CSNL-100. No more guessing or search - CaloriesSmart offers ‘facts at your fingertips.’ It might look similar to a blackberry but this nutrition calculator does something that the blackberry can’t - it lets you manage your diet on the go. Want one? Then you might be in luck. Healthbolt has one to giveaway. All you have to do is leave a comment by 5th Jan telling us why you think this CaloriesSmart nutrition calculator should be yours. And who knows, it just might be. This giveaway is open worldwide. The winner will be announced on 6th Jan and sent an email with the subject heading ‘Healthbolt G... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2073985 Wed, 31 Dec 2008 06:25:12 +0100 2073985 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2065267&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F12%2F25%2Fhealthbolt-giveaway-win-a-oral-b-pulsonic-toothbrush%2F Check out this new slim, sleek, rechargeable sonic toothbrush from Oral-B.  It’s just the type of present my dentist would like to see everyone get for  Christmas. The fact sheet states that the lightweight Oral B Pulsonic toothbrush offers maximum maneuverability while providing more than 27,000 gentle sonic vibrations per minute. That’s a whole lot of teeth cleaning with minimum effort. And you don’t even have to think about how long you’ve been brushing for – there’s a timer that activates when the recommended two minute brushing time has been reached. Plus there’s an additional professional timer signals at 30-second intervals to encourage thorough brushing of the four quadrants of your mouth. Want one? Well, you might be in luck. Healthbolt has one to give away to a r... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2065267 Fri, 26 Dec 2008 00:44:24 +0100 2065267 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2035580&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F12%2F13%2Fhealthbolt-giveaway-win-a-life-fitness-premium-digital-pedometer%2F Here’s another gadget for fitness geeks. The Life Fitness Premium Digital Pedometer is easy to use and has the following features… Display readings include steps, aerobic steps, calories and distance Dual acceleration sensor enables use even when sitting in a pocket or purse Security strap attaches to clothing A seven day history enables you to review an entire week of exercise Automatic energy saver to extend battery life It’s just the thing to make sure you’re hitting the recommended  10,000 steps a day mark. Want it? Then leave a comment by20th Dec and tell us how many steps you think you do every day. Then if you win the Life Fitness Premium Digital Pedometer, you can find out if you are right. This one is only for US residents. The winners will be announced on 21s... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2035580 Sat, 13 Dec 2008 23:00:00 +0100 2035580 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2033090&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F12%2F12%2Fhealthbolt-giveaway-win-a-be-fit-mom-dvd-and-book%2F Are you pregnant or just had a baby? Or do you have a pregnancy or new baby in the family? Then you might want to take a look at this giveaway. It’s a two for one - a DVD and a book designed to help new mothers get their fitness bounce back. Created by Helene Bryne, a perinatal exercise specialist dedicated to helping women stay fit and healthy during and after their pregnancies, this book -“Exercise After Pregnancy: How to Look and Feel Your Best” (Celestial Arts, 2001) – and  DVD, “Bounce Back Fast!: Post Natal Core Conditioning” (which comes with an exercise resistance band) set looks great. The “Exercise After Pregnancy: How to Look and Feel Your Best”  book provides new mothers with a comprehensive guide to reconditioning after pregnancy with a a safe, easy to foll... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2033090 Fri, 12 Dec 2008 23:21:57 +0100 2033090 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2026943&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F12%2F10%2Fhealthbolt-giveaway-win-a-copy-of-the-relieving-stress-and-achieving-your-new-years-resolutions-cd%2F Hands up anyone who’s starting to feel the stress of the holiday season. Mine hand is up. Is yours? Well, you’ve shown up at Healthbolt at the right time because this next giveaway is aimed at not only relieving holiday stress but also helping you Achieve New Year’s Resolutions. It’s a CD called Relieving Your Holiday Stress and Achieving Your New Yearʼs Resolutions. Created by Ronald G. Nathan, Ph.D., a practicing psychologist, award-winning teacher, and co-author of three popular stress management books, this CD is a collection of simple and effective strategies to handle holiday stress more creatively. It addresses ways to stay focused and relaxed while dealing with holiday related stress such as gift-giving and budget-busting to jammed parking lots and long cashier lines. The... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2026943 Wed, 10 Dec 2008 23:00:00 +0100 2026943 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1998914&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F11%2F30%2Fwelcome-to-the-b5media-virtual-mall%2F Having read with about the tragedy of a Wal-Mart worker being trampled to death on Friday by over-keen shoppers on their way to a bargain and of shootings at a couple of shopping malls, virtual shopping in the safety and comfort of your own home is starting to sound like a real good idea. To help you out, bloggers from around b5media’s Lifestyles, Health and Wellness channels have been putting together a virtual mall which might just help ease the anxiety of shopping for those on your Christmas list who may be a little more difficult to buy for. So long with the quirky Healthbolt’s Holiday Gift Guide, check out these specialist shops for all your shopping needs this silly season… Stop by Kettle and Cup and select your favorite hot beverage, kick back and browse this year... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1998914 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 19:43:41 +0100 1998914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1998915&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F11%2F29%2Fwant-to-know-the-secret-to-longevity%2F Everyone seems to have their own ideas on ‘what’s the secret to a long life’. For example, 105 year old Clare says ‘No Sex is secret to longevity’. That might have worked for her, but most people would be thinking ‘what’s the fun in that’. Long life, no sex – no thanks. Meanwhile, a 113 Japanese man suggests that the ‘the key to long life is abstaining from alcohol’. But for those of us who aren’t so keen on these ways of ensuring a long, long life, meet Li Ching-Yun. Not only did he believe in sex (he had 23 wives) but also lived on rice and wine. All this, and he lived, according to various reports, to the ripe old age of 256! Now that’s what I call longevity. Li Ching-Yun’s secret to longevity… “Keep a quiet heart, sit like a tortoise, walk sprightly l... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1998915 Sat, 29 Nov 2008 22:57:20 +0100 1998915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1963926&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F11%2F15%2Ffinding-a-hypoallergenic-dog-might-just-be-barack-obamas-mission-impossible%2F President-elect Obama made many promises during the election campaign, but to his daughters, the biggest was probably that if he’s elected they would get a dog. A tough call, given that his eldest daughter, Malia, apparently has a ‘dog allergy’. In his first press conference, Obama seemed to think that all would be okay if they found a ‘hypoallergenic dog’. Sounds like a great plan. But according to medical experts, it’s not all that feasible. In fact, soon after the press conference, the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology  (AAAAI) issued a statement saying “There is no truly ‘hypoallergenic’ dog.” According to the Academy, there are many misconceptions regarding dog allergies, chief among them being ‘that people are allergic to a dog’s hair, a... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1963926 Sat, 15 Nov 2008 21:42:58 +0100 1963926 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1947120&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F11%2F10%2Fdeal-with-winters-aches-and-ills-the-natural-way%2F                        (Image Credit: Newscom) With winter on it’s way, now’s the time to look at ways of dealing with those aches and illnesses that seem to hang around. the daily green has put together a slideshow highlighting ‘12 natural remedies for winters aches and ills’ that are worth bookmarking for future reference. They suggest the following… …Vitamin C to Prevent Colds …Thyme for a Cough …Garlic for a Runny Nose …Leafy Greens for Nosebleeds …Tea for Sore Throats …Carrots for Headaches …Nuts for Energy …Lavender for Anxiety …Pineapples for Better Digestion …Tomatoes for Burns …Celery for Better Sleep …Walnuts for Dry Skin …Honey Yogurt Lotion for Dry Sk... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1947120 Mon, 10 Nov 2008 09:38:43 +0100 1947120 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1815279&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F09%2F22%2Fcasual-cigar-serious-side-effects%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(234,312,125174,"http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() So you enjoy the occasional cigar, do you? Well, if you’re in the camp that believes cigarette smoking is a no-no, but the occasional cigar is no biggie, think again. A recent article in Men’s Health lists the following as possible side effects to cigar smoking: * Frequent daily cigar smoking may double a man’s risk of throat, laryngeal, nose, esophageal and lung cancers, compared with those who don’t smoke. * Even a few puffs can raise your heart rate and blood pressure. * You are also at risk of exacerbating existing breathing problems like asthma. * And perhaps the scariest side effect of all? You may suffer weaker erectio... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1815279 Tue, 23 Sep 2008 01:26:42 +0100 1815279 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1809723&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F09%2F19%2Fblacklist-pessimism-for-good-health%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(234,353,114338,"http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Okay, all you pessimistic poops, now there’s a reason to take that oh-so-annoying Susie Sunshine a little more seriously. A recent study published in Psychosomatic Medicine reveals that people who choose to look at the glass as half full are 33% less likely to get sick when exposed to a virus. Why? Positive emotions prompt the release of chemicals that strengthen the immune system. So the next time you have the urge to be a nay-sayer or ignore a cloud’s silver lining, think again. This has been your Healthbolt Happy Living Tip of the day. Have a great weekend! Share This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1809723 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 17:00:58 +0100 1809723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1806238&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F09%2F17%2Fputting-men-in-the-hot-seat-may-be-bad-for-our-future%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(234,155,108480,"http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() With cold weather fast-approaching in the bulk of the U.S., methinks there are going to be plenty of seats heating up in cars across the nation. After all, that’s one of those luxuries we doled out big money for when we all purchased our gas-guzzling SUVs, right? Exactly. However… If you’re looking to add to your brood, have the man in your family rethink firing up their seat. Why? Preliminary studies have found that 90 minutes of warming his buns on a heated car seat created a significant increase in a guy’s scrotal temperature (makes sense). And because stress on the testicles (remember all those hot tub and tightie whitie warni... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1806238 Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:33:25 +0100 1806238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1785878&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F09%2F11%2Fhow-to-make-your-sucky-job-a-little-less-sucky%2F Hate your job? Daydream of ways to have your boss abducted and shipped off to Switzerland? Join the masses. If the thought of burning yourself with scalding coffee sounds more appealing than heading to work another day, try these tips, which have been proven by researchers at Texas State University to increase job satisfaction: Sit by a window as often as possible. Add a green plant to your work area. Yep, that’s it. And according to the TU study, out of 450 workers who utilized those two tips, 85% reported themselves to be “content” or “very happy” at work, as opposed to only 58% of those who did not have a window or plant nearby. Of course, if your workstation is far removed from a window, you may be out of luck. Try taking a walk during your lunch hour or... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1785878 Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:05:40 +0100 1785878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1782617&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F09%2F10%2Fhealth-wellness-theme-day-back-to-school-survival-guide%2F Theme Day once again guys, and this time the focus across the Health & Wellness channel is Back to School. We’ve got posts on everything from getting boys through puberty to nursing your baby at PTA meetings to dealing with juvenile diabetes at school and more. There’s something for everyone, so be sure to visit Grace at Kids Health Notes. Grace was good enough to host this month’s round-up (and she has a pretty sweet contest going on over there as well), so check it out. Of course, be sure to see the post below to check out our contribution - new research on antibacterial hand soaps. Hope your Back to School season is kicking off right! Share This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1782617 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:55:29 +0100 1782617 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1782618&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F09%2F09%2Fguess-what-antibacterial-soap-is-not-all-that%2F As the kiddies head back to school (and back to scads of germ-acquiring opportunities) resist the urge to splurge on antibacterial soaps. Though the sheer impact of their title may make a weary parent squee with anticipation of heading off the beasties, antibacterial soaps are really no better than just plain soap and water. True, many brands claim superiority, but the fact of the matter is that most of these drugstore soaps do not contain enough of the active ingredient triclosan to make them effective. In fact, in studies, families who used antibacterial soaps averaged the same number of germs on their mitts as those who lathered up with the old standby soap and water. Lesson? Stick with plain old soap, but remember to wash often and well. This has been your Healthbolt Easy Health Tip o... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1782618 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 01:35:44 +0100 1782618 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1739060&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F08%2F28%2Fblock-ear-infections-with-sweets%2F You might think ear infections are reserved only for children, but I assure you that’s not the case. A little water left in your ear from the shower or a trip to the beach is all it takes to spawn one nasty infection. But good news awaits: chewing gum sweetened with xylitol can help reduce your risk of developing an inner ear infection by 40%! I’ve reported on the merits of xylitol before, and now it seems you can add yet another reason to incorporate this sugar substitute made from the fiber of fruits and veggies into your life. Sounds good to me. This has been your Healthbolt Easy Health Tip of the Day! That is all. Tags: Easy Health Tips, Gum Chewing, Health Blog, Health Tips, Healthbolt, XylitolShare This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1739060 Thu, 28 Aug 2008 23:03:24 +0100 1739060 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1739062&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F08%2F27%2Fwashing-the-dishes-in-your-toilet-is-cleaner-than-in-the-kitchen-sink%2F Here’s something to chew on as you sit down to dinner tonight: Your post-flush toilet is cleaner than your kitchen sink. Okay, who else just shuddered? Here’s why: A recent study sponsored by Lysol (but not designed by them) found: Three-quarters of American kitchen cloths and sponges are contaminated by harmful bacteria. Internationally (seven regions were studied including the U.K., U.S., Germany, Africa, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia and India) 90 percent of kitchen cloths, 46% of kitchen sinks, 38% of bathroom sinks and 14% of children’s toys all failed, meaning they had a bacteria count of more than 100,000 per square centimeter. Bacteria found included salmonella and E. coli, which can cause problems like diarrhea or infections in anybody, but are even more dangerous in s... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1739062 Wed, 27 Aug 2008 19:04:42 +0100 1739062 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1717134&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F08%2F19%2Fits-all-about-summer-fun-at-the-health-wellness-channel%2F Not sure about yours, but my calendar is saying that summer is (gasp!) almost over! And while the underlying excitement of autumn’s sites and smells, routine schedules and child-free moments helps soften the blow, it’s always hard to say goodbye to such a carefree time of year like summer, is it not? Well today you don’t have to. Because it’s Theme Day once again here at the b5 media Health & Wellness channel, and this month’s theme is all about eeking out that last bit of Summer Fun. Check out what our bloggers have to say: We at Healthbolt believe that you should be able to laugh a little about your health, and thus, would like to introduce you to the Laryngospasms. Enjoy. While it’s often difficult for Alzheimer’s caregivers to plan for sum... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1717134 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 03:54:11 +0100 1717134 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1713906&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F08%2F18%2Fmyth-busters-old-wives-tales-exposed%2F You’ve debated them around the water cooler for years. Your mother has warned you about a good many of them. Seinfeld even had a whole show built around one of them (#5). What are they? Old Wives Tales, of course. But are they tales, or do some of them hold some truth a grain or two of truth? Take the quiz below to test your own knowledge on some of the most commonly accepted thoughts out there. Then check your answers and get the explanations you seek at MSNBC.com. 1. Cell phones are dangerous to use in hospitals because they can interfere with medical equipment. True / False / Maybe So 2. It’s safe to follow “the 5 second rule” for food dropped on the floor. True / False / Maybe So 3. Cracking your knuckles can cause arthritis. True / False / Maybe So 4. Cola ty... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1713906 Mon, 18 Aug 2008 18:43:26 +0100 1713906 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1711740&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F08%2F18%2Feating-out-with-the-biggest-loser%2F If you love eating out but are worried about sticking to your diet, then check out what Bernie Salazar has to say. This ‘Biggest Loser’ reduced his body weight by 50% in six months through diet and exercise, so he can definitely ‘talk the talk’. A Chicago Tribune reporter caught up with Bernie recently to discover how he manages to eat out once or twice a week and still manage to keep the weight off. After all, as every dieter knows, frequent restaurant visits can play havoc on your weight loss goals. The trick, Bernie says, is to follow this tips… - Pick the restaurant carefully. - Don’t sacrifice taste. It doesn’t have to be bland or boring to be low in calories. - Don’t feel guilty about what you do end up eating. - Make smart decisions ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1711740 Mon, 18 Aug 2008 07:01:02 +0100 1711740 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1709028&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F08%2F15%2Fare-you-tired-of-being-tired%2F Feel you are wandering around like a zombie, totally zapped of energy? Well, you are not alone. According to WebMD, every day, over 2 million Americans complain about being tired. We blame the tiredness on too much work and not enough sleep, but in reality it’s our poor everyday habits that are really making us tired. Break these habits with WebMD’s ‘Guide to Never Feeling Tired Again’ and you might never be a zombie again. Here’s the abbreviated version… Step One: Energize the Diet. Have breakfast. Eat every three to four hours. Fill up on more fiber. Fuel your brain with omega-3s. Stay hydrated. Watch caffeine intake after noon. Step Two: Energize Your Spirit. Splash some water on your face or take a shower when you’re feeling burned-out. Suit... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1709028 Fri, 15 Aug 2008 08:43:37 +0100 1709028 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1704679&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F08%2F13%2Fhey-fellas-floss-for-the-fight-against-disease%2F Guys, this one’s for you (although I’d imagine the findings would hold true - or at least be similar - for womenfolk as well.) Harvard scientists have found a cheap disease-fighter that you probably (hopefully) already do: Flossing your teeth! In their research, they found that out of 50,000 guys, those with gum disease had a 30% to 50% greater risk of kidney, blood or pancreatic cancer. Why? Possibly because the inflammation caused by gum disease can egg on the growth of cancer cells. The key, of course, is to floss daily. And brush, too. Ahem. This has been your Healthbolt Easy Health Tip of the Day. Go forth with fresh breath and shiny teeth, m’friends. Tags: Cancer, Easy Health Tips, Flossing, Gum Disease, Health Blog, Health Tips, Healthbolt, Oral DiseaseShare This (... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1704679 Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:22:47 +0100 1704679 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1686199&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F08%2F06%2Fits-healtbolt-carnival-time%2F Yes, it’s carnival time again and this time around, we have 35 posts covering health, fitness, wellness, dieting, and everything in between. So grab a coffee and start clicking… Madeleine Begun Kane’s back with another limerick all about Gray Matters posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog. Fiona King lists 25 Painless Ways You Can Reduce Your Water Consumption posted at Organicasm. Andre Blackman looks at Google Maps and the Push to Keep Your Car Parked posted at Pulse & Signal, saying, “This post touches on the recent development in Google Maps that now shows walking directions.” Alvaro Fernandez lists the Top 10 Brain Training Future Trends posted at SharpBrains: Your Window into the Brain Fitness Revolution, saying, “In an emerging, dynamic, h... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1686199 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 11:33:44 +0100 1686199 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1674830&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F08%2F01%2Ftest-your-health-news-knowledge-with-the-nyt-weekly-health-quiz%2F Think you know what’s happening this week in the world of health? Want to test your knowledge? Then check out the New York Time’s Weekly Health Quiz. It’s a fun and informative way of keeping up-to-date with some of the top health stories of the week. This week’s quiz has questions on everything from ‘why eight triathaletes have died during competitions this year’ to ‘why patients are becoming dissatified with their doctors.’ The interactive quiz offers 4 multi-choice answers to each question and will immediate check your answer with the click of the mouse. And the best part is that it also provides a link to the article that covers that particular topic. I’ve bookmarked this site and will be back every friday to check and see if I&#821... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1674830 Fri, 01 Aug 2008 11:33:20 +0100 1674830 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1658114&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F07%2F28%2Fcancer-prevention-31-simple-things-you-can-do%2F An email from Mike Street from RD.com (the Reader’s Digest site) led me to this comprehensive list of 31 Simple Ways to Prevent Cancer. Turns out that I already do a number of them - drinking green tea, taking a multivitamn, walking every day, and getting my 15 minutes of sunshine. But RD.com also listed a few that I would never had considered, such as… Serve sauerkraut at your next picnic. A Finnish study found that the fermentation process involved in making sauerkraut produces several other cancer-fighting compounds, including ITCs, indoles, and sulforaphane. To reduce the sodium content, rinse canned or jarred sauerkraut before eating. Coat barbecue food with a thick sauce. Grilling meat can create a variety of cancer-causing chemicals. But researchers from the American In... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1658114 Mon, 28 Jul 2008 06:47:44 +0100 1658114 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1657160&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F07%2F26%2Fcould-you-be-allergic-to-thunderstorms%2F It’s summer in the Northern Hemisphere, and with summer comes all kinds of storms. And all kinds of opportunities for allergies. Here’s something you may have never thought of, though: you may be allergic to thunderstorms. Yeah, for real. If you suffer from allergies or asthma, keep an eye to the sky and an ear on the weather reports, since the pollen and mold spores that are sucked into the cloud base at the start of a storm can be broken down into even smaller particles and inhaled even more easily, triggering attacks or flare-ups. The fix? When a storm’s a-brewing, head inside and shut the windows since the greatest risk is at the onset of a storm. Pregnant with asthma? Check out Marijke’s post at Womb Within for ideas on asthma medications. Tags: allergies, Asth... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1657160 Sat, 26 Jul 2008 15:50:30 +0100 1657160 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1652298&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F07%2F24%2Fhealthbolt-happy-living-tip-stop-a-shaving-nick-from-bleeding%2F It’s just like the old paper cut saying: The smaller the cut, the worse it hurts. With shaving, the smaller the nick, the worse it bleeds. Unless you gash yourself wide open with a brand new razor,then… Anyway, it happens to all of us. We shave, we nick. But here’s a quick tip on how to stop the bleeding in a hurry: Step 1: Use a cotton ball or swab to dab a little witch hazel onto the cut. Witch hazel is a natural astringent which tightens surrounding tissues and slows bleeding. Step 2: Hold an ice cube or ice pack to the nick. The coolness helps to clot the blood. See, easy right? I told you. So this, my dear friends, has been your Healthbolt Happy Living Tip of the Day. You may now go forth and de-fuzz without worry. Tags: Healthbolt, healthbolt happy living tip, Shavi... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1652298 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:53:39 +0100 1652298 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1642630&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F07%2F21%2Fmake-me-happy-sweet-chocolate-and-lower-my-blood-pressure%2F Image details: Health Food Junk Food served by picapp.com Is there just anything better than reading about the health benefits of steak, beer or chocolate? Methinks not. So here’s another gem for you: German researchers say that eating a square of dark chocolate every day can reduce your systolic blood pressure (the top number) by 3 points and your diastolic pressure by 2! And you don’t have to worry about breaking the diet bank, either. Each square only totals about 30 calories (calories full of bliss, I might add.) The trick? Natural compounds found in dark chocolate raise your levels of nitric oxide, a known blood-vessel relaxer. So…more chocolate in your life = better health? Man, what great news for a Monday, eh? Bon apetit! Tags: Chocolate for Health, Diet, Health, ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1642630 Mon, 21 Jul 2008 17:00:57 +0100 1642630 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1637743&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F07%2F18%2Fpour-me-a-drink-cocktails-strengthen-bones%2F Image details: Thinkstock Single Image Set served by picapp.com Keeping with the topic of women’s health today (be sure you enter our awesome book contest in the post below!), word is that cocktails (yes I mean those dreamy little Friday Happy Hour mood-enhancers) can help strengthen bones. For real! Not only that, but according to The American Journal of Medicine, they also help reduce the risk of hip fracture by 20%. Of course, everything in moderation though, my friends. Having more than two alcoholic drinks per day makes you 39% more susceptible to hip fractures, a figure that most likely comes from falling while tipsy. So hey, while bellying up at the bar and grill tonight, make sure to tell everyone how that martini is really a health potion in disguise. Enjoy! Tags: Benefits o... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1637743 Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:58:30 +0100 1637743 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1556277&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F30%2Fnasty-summer-suprise-exposed-pool-of-repugnance%2F That refreshing dip in the pool may cost you some time on the pot. Image details: Tropical Day Spa served by picapp.com There’s nothing better than a dip in the pool on a hot summer’s day, no? Well, um, maybe you ought to stick to the sprinkler instead. Pools (of the public variety), it seems, are often loaded with a creepy parasite called Cryptosporidium, which can bless you with a week or two of barfing, diarrhea or cramps. Good times. The problem with “Crypto” is that it is resistant to chlorine, leading it to hang out in pool water longer than the average microorganism. In fact, more than a thousand swimmers get sick every year in the US by diving into an affected public pool. Want to reduce your risks of being one of those unfortunate souls who end up spending ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1556277 Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:45:38 +0100 1556277 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1551316&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F27%2Fare-you-a-carb-king-or-queen-read-up%2F Do you crave carbohydrates in a big way? Here’s your cure. Image details: Dry spaghetti pasta served by picapp.com Got a thing for carbs? First of all, welcome to the club. I am the Carbohydrates Anonymous Prez, nicetameetcha. Second, there is hope for us yet. If pastas, breads and potatoes make your heart sing, perhaps you’re not getting deep enough sleep at night. Huh? Yep, evidently, sound sleeping helps regulate the hormones in charge of carb cravings and the blood sugar spikes often associated with them. It’s important to remember even the smallest of noises can disrupt your rest, so try using earplugs or a white noise machine for those carb-crunching Zzzzz’s you so desperately need. Tags: Carbohydrates, Healthbolt, Noise and Sleep, Restful Sleep, sleepShare ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1551316 Sat, 28 Jun 2008 02:25:03 +0100 1551316 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1551317&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F27%2Fgoing-buggy-go-green%2F Ah, summer. Tis the season for grilled dinners al fresco, lazy days in the hammock, and…mosquitoes! Image details: Mosquito served by picapp.com Sure, you could grab your can of OFF! or even some hard core DEET, but if you’re looking to go a little more natural (and green) consider one of these alternatives. Unconventional? Yes. Effective? You bet. 1. Lemon Eucalyptus - This scent is yummy for humans, purely disgusting for bloodsuckers. Even better, it is claimed to be one of the most effective repellents available. Find it at Drugstore.com. 2. Soybean Oil - Probably not a great idea to slick cooking oil all over yourself, but you can find this zapper in Bite Blocker, which is available at Amazon.com. And the wackiest of all? 3. Catnip Oil - Turns out Fluffy’s “fix&... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1551317 Sat, 28 Jun 2008 01:55:00 +0100 1551317 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1546623&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F25%2Fhappy-nappy-day%2F Image details: Thinkstock Single Image Set served by picapp.com The lovely ladies at Alzheimer’s Notes inform us that today is National Siesta Day. Coincidentally, it’s also my birthday. Excuse me while I take that as a sign that I should be spending my Big Day snoozing. ;) Actually, that’s not such a bad idea. Along with the host of reasons the Siesta Awareness site gives us to nap, here’s another: Napping at least 3 days a week leaves you 37% less likely to keel over from heart disease than someone who never naps. This from a study of over 23,000 people! Wouldn’t you have loved to been a subject in that study? And wouldn’t it be nice if instead of blood pressure meds and low cholesterol diets, doctors prescribed 30 minute naps instead? Now there&#8217... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1546623 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:25:01 +0100 1546623 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1543141&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F24%2Foh-pumpkin-i-love-you%2F Image details: Portrait of an aging man looking proudly at a pumpkin served by picapp.com If you want a little more out of “pumpkin” than to use it as a sappy nickname, start by eating the seeds. Why? Because pumpkins pack even more amounts of tryptophan than a whole turkey dinner. And we all know the magic of tryptophan from Turkey Day 101, right? Feelings of relaxation and peacefulness. Ahhhh… Well, tryptophan works by morphing into seratonin, (which is known for fighting depression, reducing anxiety, and minimizing anger), making tryptophan pretty much the Wonder Amino Acid. In fact, in a recent study, folks who were asked to give a speech after eating a pumpkin seed bar had much lower heart rates and anxiety an hour later than those who didn’t have the seeds. So... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1543141 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 03:09:16 +0100 1543141 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1535718&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F21%2Fchuck-that-giant-handbag-for-lower-blood-pressure%2F Easy Health Tip of the Day: Give your massive handbag the ‘ol heave-ho to lower blood pressure. Why? Because wearing a heavy bag compresses the veins in your shoulders and increases your BP in as little as 10 minutes! So imagine the kind of damage you could be doing during an all-day shopping marathon. Aye Chihuahua! The fix? A lighter bag (duh) or one with a strap over two inches wide to help distribute the bag’s weight more evenly. A clutch or backpack would work, too. Image: eluxury.com Tags: High Blood Pressure, Large Handbags, Lower Blood PressureShare This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1535718 Sat, 21 Jun 2008 15:54:47 +0100 1535718 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1531178&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F18%2Fice-cream-fertile-myrtle-maybe-so%2F Ice Cream as a fertility booster? Bring it on! Image details: Couple sharing gelato cone served by picapp.com 1 in 8 couples has trouble conceiving. This, I did not know, but given how many folks I’ve met who are having a hard time getting pregnant, sadly, I’m not surprised. But, the fix could be just the thing that summertime is all about…Ice Cream!!!! I’m not making this up, I swear! The good folks at Harvard University have found that along with the usual suspects of increasing fruit and veggie intake, limiting red meats, adding healthy fats by way of nuts and fish, and other assorted healthful advice, full fat dairy products may also boost fertility. And when I hear full fat, I think Ben & Jerry’s, baby! The thing here is that it must be full fat dai... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1531178 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 02:06:59 +0100 1531178 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1518668&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F13%2Fare-you-a-lazy-walker-maybe-so%2F Walking without a pedometer may be getting you nowhere… Image details: Group of woman walking served by picapp.com Sure, you talk the talk…but do you walk the walk? If you’re walking without a pedometer, probably not. See, most people aren’t all that good at monitoring their own progress. They tend to overestimate the amount of effort (or in the case of walking, the amount of steps) they’ve accumulated. It’s human nature - we like to think we’re better than we are - or at least more ambitious. However… According to a study by the University of Michigan, wearing a pedometer (a small computer worn on your waist which measures the amount of steps you take) may keep you moving 20 to 40 minutes longer than those who go technology free. So for a l... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1518668 Sat, 14 Jun 2008 01:44:11 +0100 1518668 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1508282&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F10%2Fsleep-or-get-fat-people-your-choice%2F Sleeping or getting fat? Hmm, tough choice. Image details: Portrait of a young woman sleeping fully dressed on a white bed served by picapp.com Well, you don’t have to tell me twice to follow this advice: Get more sleep! So the deal here is that we can go about our business, scraping for anything remotely resembling rest, or we can make sleep a priority and lose weight. Boy, I’m just not sure on that one. Lemme think a sec… Okay, yeah, I’ll play. I am officially on board with the findings that too-little sleep ends with a 40% increase in cortisol in the blood (cortisol is a stress hormone that’s been proven to slow down metabolism). Not only that, but you might also experience a whopping 33% increase in hunger pangs and cravings, which you know you’re bo... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1508282 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 13:53:02 +0100 1508282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1499893&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F06%2Fa-little-virgin-stops-ulcers-who-knew%2F Image details: Close-up of a bottle of olive oil served by picapp.com Got ulcers? Know someone who does? Grab a virgin. Olive oil, that is. Yep, the antioxidants found in extra-virgin olive oil (or EVOO if you’re an unfortunate Rachael Ray fan), may put the kibosh to stomach ulcers by squashing the H. pylori bacteria, which is a cause of ulcers. Says a study in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, all you need is a couple teaspoons a day to get the benefits. Try preparing your chicken or fish with EVOO instead of veggie oil, or add some to your salad dressing for that extra boost. Long live the virgin!! Tags: Extra Virgin Olive Oil, H pylori, Health Benefits of Olive Oil, Healthbolt, UlcersShare This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1499893 Fri, 06 Jun 2008 20:09:28 +0100 1499893 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1497416&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F05%2F4-good-reasons-to-love-lovin%2F What does love do for you, other than make you googly-eyed and smiley? Plenty. Image details: Love spelt in silver letters served by picapp.com As I prepare to celebrate my 10th wedding anniversary tomorrow, I was thrilled to come across a small article listing 4 fabulous “side-effects” to being in a loving relationship. 1) Lower stress hormones 2) More physical activity (of all kinds, ahem) 3) Less likely to smoke 4) Decrease in blood pressure Wow! Seems not only does love affect your emotional heart, it’s great for your physical ticker as well. Sounds like I have lots to celebrate! Grab your honey and celebrate being in love along with me, won’t you? Tags: Being in Love, Health Benefits of Love, Healthbolt, Heart Health, LoveShare This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1497416 Fri, 06 Jun 2008 02:47:22 +0100 1497416 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1488159&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F02%2Ffabulous-news-shopping-sharpens-your-grey-matter%2F Guess what shoppers? Your habits are making both your brain and bod happy! Image details: Couple carrying shopping bags served by picapp.com If you think shopping belongs in the Summer Olympics (or Winter, for that matter), do we have the news for you! Seems that browsing and buying gives more than your credit card a workout - it’s good for the human body and mind, too! How so, you ask? We’re happy to share: * Conversing, haggling and all-around interacting with other folks forces you to think and act quickly * Comparison shopping strengthens the brain’s math and reasoning capacities * Positive visual stimulation keeps the brain engaged and feelings of happiness present * Walking from store to store, bending and stretching for items, and carrying all those packed-to-the-g... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1488159 Tue, 03 Jun 2008 01:56:44 +0100 1488159 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1484864&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F01%2Fthe-sunday-sidebars-list-of-lists%2F Lists, lists, and more lists. Whether you are looking for the informative or the bizarre, there’s a list here for you. All About Sex… 27 Ways to Create a Greener, Healthier Sex Life 10 Surprising Health Benefits of Sex All About Wellness… Top 10 Nutritional Facts for Coffee 10 Foods that Build Healthy Bones 20 Common Cooking Ingrediets that Act Like Medicines 10 Natural Ways to Save Your Teeth The Poison Ivy Cure…and 9 Oter Weird Uses for Vodka 8 Simple Strategies to Boost Your Brainpower 50 Habits of ‘Naturally Thin’ People All About Diseases… 5 Crazy Diseases 10 Craziest Facts About the Human Body Top 10 Bizarre Mental Disorders Top 10 Weird Anomalies in Medicine All about Everything else… 8 Medical Terms Your Doctor Uses to Insult You Kill... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1484864 Sun, 01 Jun 2008 08:53:46 +0100 1484864 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1480652&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F05%2F30%2Flip-service-are-you-inviting-cancer%2F Could applying lip gloss increase your risk of skin cancer? Image details: Head shot of woman wearing sunglasses served by picapp.com Lip gloss: it’s a woman’s staple. For some guys, too, I ’spose, but who am I to judge? Anyhoo…the use of lip gloss tragically misleads many a person into thinking their lips are protected while out in the sun. Well guess what? They’re not. In fact, the same super shininess that makes lip gloss lip gloss, can actually be quite detrimental by inviting the sun’s rays right onto your kisser. Think of it as hoisting up a magnifying glass to your lips in the middle of the Sahara. Not cool, right? Now while no links have actually been made between lip gloss and skin cancer, it is safe to say that when heading out onto the boat o... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1480652 Sat, 31 May 2008 02:37:36 +0100 1480652 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1477886&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F05%2F29%2Fcome-on-baby-light-mystress-away%2F Light a candle to reduce stress? Indeed. Image details: Thinkstock Single Image Set served by picapp.com According to the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, stoking up a vanilla-scented candle can reduce anxiety by 63%. That’s a ton! While vanilla was the scent of choice in this instance, researchers acknowledge that scent is handled by the same area of the brain as memory, so smelling any aroma that brings back good feelings for you can have the same effect. So if relaxation, calmness and optimism are on your To-Do list today, grab your Bic and light that wick. This has been your Happy Living Tip for the day. Enjoy. Tags: Candles, Candles for Stress Reduction, Easy Health Tips, Happy Living, Healthbolt, StressShare This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1477886 Fri, 30 May 2008 02:38:55 +0100 1477886 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1463744&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F05%2F22%2Fhealthbolt-healthy-health-links-of-the-week-2%2F A whole bunch of random goodness for you this week around the blogosphere. So fun to see all our health compadres kicking out great articles. Hope you find something particularly useful. Enjoy! A new blog that’s taking the world by storm, Weighting Line has a very interesting perspective on 6 ways to commit discrimination against the obese. Is blaming global warming on them one of those ways? And speaking of weight, if you’re new to the weight loss game, but you’re looking to hook up with a gym, how do you know which one is the right fit? The fabulous MizFit explores that very notion with some awesomely specific advice. Of course, getting fit also means eating right. At Best Health Mag, find out why you should be eating more of nature’s candy…bananas! Switchin... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1463744 Fri, 23 May 2008 01:57:15 +0100 1463744 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1446016&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F05%2F16%2Fmy-pick-healthbolts-top-5-posts%2F I suddenly realized that Liberty and I have just passed our 5 month anniversary as Healthbolt bloggers. Wow, how time flies when you’re having fun. And it is fun. Getting to research and post on all the interesting, informative, bizarre, and oddball health and medical things is like a dream come true… I did some maths and five months working on ‘the Bolt’ equates to around 250 posts between us. That’s a whole lot of words. My choice for Top 5 Posts… Doing a Hasselhoff…new medical slang and it’s companion piece Pumpkin Positive - more medical slang would be my all time favorite post to write. I simply laughed my way through it. On the other hand, it was tears and laughter when writing Randy Pausch’s ‘The Last Lecture’ Revisit... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1446016 Fri, 16 May 2008 11:52:25 +0100 1446016 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1442801&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F05%2F14%2Fhealthbolts-healthy-health-links-of-the-week%2F Location, Location, Location. The catch cry of real estate agents throughout the world. Turns out it’s also an important variable when it comes to your health. Check out Cranky Fitness’s post ‘Does You Hometown have ‘Issues’?’ to find out more. X-rays as Art? Apparently so. You can find out more about contemporary X-Ray photography artists over at Cultcase. They highlight five artists that convert X-rays into Art. By the way, did you know that May is National Bike Month? To help you get into the biking groove, Fitness for Mommies explains how to Go from ‘rookie cyclist’ to ‘respected newbie’ with these tips and Smarter Fitter discusses Bicycle Fitting for the Ladies. Meanwhile over at Fat Man Unleashed, guest blogger Sarah Scraffo... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1442801 Wed, 14 May 2008 11:00:15 +0100 1442801 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1442802&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F05%2F13%2Fblood-pressure-problems-put-down-that-energy-drink%2F Image details: Arm with blood pressure cuff ‘ Color served by picapp.com Love the buzz of a Red Bull or Rock Star? If you have high blood pressure, you may want to fall out of love…quickly! A study by Wayne State University in Michigan which was recently presented at the American Heart Association found that the blood pressure and heart rates of healthy adults increased after they downed 2 cans of energy drinks a day. Most of these drinks, of course, are packed to the gills with caffeine and taurine, an amino acid which can adversely affect the heart. The important thing to note about this study is that it was done with healthy adults. And though the study subjects did not see dangerous levels of bp and heart rate increases, the increase that was seen could potentially be enou... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1442802 Wed, 14 May 2008 02:17:23 +0100 1442802 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1433734&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F05%2F09%2Ftea-to-fight-skin-cancer-indeed%2F Image details: Pouring a Cup of Tea served by picapp.com Need yet another reason to enjoy tea time? How about this… Researchers at Dartmouth University have found that drinking two or more cups of black or green tea every day can cut your risk of acquiring two of the most common types of skin cancer. Your risk for squamous cell is reduced by 65% and basal cell carcinoma by 80%! Not bad for a beverage, hey? So why the super powers? Tea is loaded with protective polyphenols which are said to contain a plethora of antioxidant properties. Bonus: polyphenols may also reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Bottom line: If you’re not yet a tea drinker, now might be a good time to get brewing. And if you are, good for you. Enjoy all the benefits this healthy beverage has to offer.... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1433734 Sat, 10 May 2008 03:57:18 +0100 1433734 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1428980&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F05%2F07%2Fhealthbolt-healthy-health-links-of-the-week%2F More Healthbolt approved links for you this week, all plucked straight from the blogs on the Healthbolt blogroll. What’s that you say? You want to be on our blogroll, too? Great, just drop us a comment here or in an email and we’ll be happy to add you. As we see it, the more resources readers have for living a great and interesting life, the better. But for now, enjoy these fabulous thoughts on the ever-intriguing topic of weight loss: Our newest Health & Wellness channel addition, Weighting Line, shares some fantastic tips for cutting portion sizes. At Fat Man Unleashed, Israel puts and end to mindless munching as he asks whether the food we eat is worth its weight in exercise. proHealth Blog reminds us that weight loss can help prevent chronic diseases, a message clear e... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1428980 Thu, 08 May 2008 01:33:01 +0100 1428980 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1423148&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F05%2F05%2Flitter-box-healthy-heart-who-knew%2F Image details: Thinkstock Single Image Set served by picapp.com Great news for kitty lovers: Turns out your feline friends do more than keep your toes warm at night - they help keep your heart healthy, too. A recent study from the University of Minnesota found that owning a cat can slash your risk of dying from a heart attack by up to 40 percent. Evidently, having kitty around can help soothe away the harmful effects of stress and anxiety. Suddenly, dealing with the litter box doesn’t seem quite so vexing, now does it? Of course, it’s best to keep exercising and eating right, but if it’s been one of “those days”, spend some extra time with your furry pal and make your heart (and your pet) happy. Tags: Animals, Cats, Cats and Heart Health, Cats and Stress, Heal... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1423148 Tue, 06 May 2008 03:26:29 +0100 1423148 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1417850&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F05%2F02%2Feggs-actly-the-breakfast-you-need-for-a-cheerful-weekend%2F Image details: Eggs served by picapp.com In a lot of homes, eggs are those things you buy because you feel like you’re supposed to, but then after weeks of neglect, find themselves in the bottom of your trash barrel. You may have meant well, but meaning well doesn’t cook those puppies into omelets, now does it? Well today, we’re here to encourage you to buy that carton of eggs, crack those babies open and scramble, fry, poach or boil away. And why? Eggs are packed with a B vitamin called folic acid. Many people recognize folic acid as the pre-conception wonder supplement which helps prevent neural tube abnormalities in a developing fetus. But folic acid is also a mood-elevating nutrient. In fact, adding folic acid to your diet can diminish bad moods, depression, anger, an... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1417850 Sat, 03 May 2008 03:32:25 +0100 1417850 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1417851&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F05%2F02%2Fthe-best-in-health-and-wellness-posts-from-across-the-channel%2F Here is an April roundup from the Health and Wellness channel. Enjoy! There is something for everyone (breastfeeding or not) in the mix of the Breastfeeding 1-2-3 highlights from April 2008: Free Pattern for Sewing Your Own Crew Neck Over-the-Head Baby Bibs Judge Denies FLDS Request to Keep Mothers with Nursing Babies World Health Day 2008: Protecting Health from Climate Change Breastfeeding Basics Checklist for a Good Breastfeeding Latch Gentian Violet and Grapefruit Seed Extract as Thrush Remedies Breastfeeding and International Travel Top Five Breastfeeding Interviews And from Kristen at Lively Women… April is STD awareness month Resources for organizing your office and your life Tap water vs bottled water whats safer and healthier Guest post aromatherapy 101 Lunchtime lipo inves... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1417851 Fri, 02 May 2008 23:47:29 +0100 1417851 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1411750&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F30%2Fouch-its-gardening-season-some-tips-for-easing-the-pain%2F Image details: Man working in yard served by picapp.com ‘Tis the season for firing up the lawnmower, breaking out the hedge trimmers and playing in the dirt. But any fool knows that a day in the yard can equal a day on the couch…in pain. When the aches and pains of bending, walking, twisting, etc start working their unsavory magic on you, try these tips to ward off a back mishap. * Grab the heating pad and hunker down. Johns Hopkins University reported that when patients with backaches wore heat wraps for 3 consecutive days, their pain levels decreased by 60%. What’s more, they remained low for weeks afterward. * Lean on me…backwards. If you feel like you’ve scored yourself a stiff back, do not sit up straight to try to work out the kinks. Instead, say Scottis... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1411750 Thu, 01 May 2008 03:37:42 +0100 1411750 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1409702&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F30%2Fhealthbolt-healthy-health-links%2F After tackling the Vitality Compass the other day, I decided that week’s ‘healthy health links’ should be all about fitness… Vital Juice Daily gives us a few tips on Wind Down Workouts Cranky Fitness reminds us of the Top Six Ways to Feel Uncool Exercising. That’s Fit has tips on the 7 Habits of Successful Snackers. Medlaunches has all the info on Seiko’s Slimstick - a fitness device that will keep track of your exercise. The Office Diet explains Six Healthy Ways to Cope with Tiredness- that work. Cultivate Greatness reminds us of the 14 Habits That Make You Fat. Fit Sugar provides Tips for Exercising Outdoors During Allergy Season. And finally, Mark’s Daily Apple offers 10 Ways to ‘Get Primal’. Happy reading… Tags: allergies, Die... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1409702 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 10:45:06 +0100 1409702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1408238&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F29%2Fbloody-nose-do-not-do-this%2F Dang! Another instance where conventional wisdom and years-old treatments have failed us yet again. Bloody noses - a staple in the lives of kids, sports-playing teens and allergy-ridden adults - are not to be treated by tipping the head back as once was thought. Instead, you are to lower and tip your head forward, catching any wayward bleeding in a tissue. Why is this? Because tipping the head back will send blood down into the esophagus and potentially into the stomach, which can be irritating and possibly cause vomiting. But by leaning the head forward, you can avoid such issues. Other treatment tips? Pinch the meaty party of your nose on the sides just below your bridge to help ease bleeding. Also be sure to keep your nose above heart level, which can also help slow things down. If th... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1408238 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:57:35 +0100 1408238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1405335&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F28%2Fvitality-compass-challenge-part-two%2F So it’s my turn to report my results from the Vitality Compass Quiz, and let me tell you, I was not anxious to take that thing at first. I figured you’d have to be the next Arnold Schwarzenegger or Jessica Alba to score even decently on it, but after reading Liz’s results, I was encouraged. A real person who does not spend the bulk of her day in a gym and who probably noshes on a carb or two once in a while? If Liz could score well, so could I, right? Well, turns out Liz is on track to last a bit longer than I’m predicted to, but I’ll still live a long life it seems. Naturally, by kicking up my fruit and veggie consumption and actually removing my rear form this chair to sneak in some exercise, I can add more years to my life. Hmm. I can do that. I need to do ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1405335 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 01:22:41 +0100 1405335 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1404053&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F28%2Ftesting-the-vitality-compass%2F I’m not one for questionaires and surveys but this Vitality Compass, an online longevity calculator, had me intrigued. I wanted to know…was I in the Blue Zone? What was my life expectancy? And were my current life habits going to lead the way to a grand old age of 100 plus? So I headed on over and took the Vitality Compass quiz. Thirty five questions later, I got my answer. I exist in the Blue Zone. I’m 6.5 years younger biologically than my real age. Of course I’d rather it was 10 or 15 years younger but still any number less that the real one works for me. My life expectancy is 95.8. But my healthy life expectancy is only 84. Looks like I’m not on track to reach 100 but maybe that’s just as well given the last decade or two might not be that healthy. S... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1404053 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:26:23 +0100 1404053 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1400652&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F25%2Fgo-nuts-to-reduce-stress%2F Image details: Mixed nuts served by picapp.com Want an easy way to reduce stress naturally? Go nuts! Assuming you’re not allergic to nuts, eating as little as one once of these little wonders can pump a ton of calming nutrients into your harried body. And after a l-o-n-g week, that’s probably exactly what you need right now, right? Thought so. Nuts contain blood-pressure lowering B vitamins (which tend to get depleted when your muscles are tense), anxiety-kicking zinc, and vitamin E, a super antioxidant which helps protect cells from the damages caused by chronic nervousness. What’s more? The simple act of cracking open a nut (so buy them shelled) can be a stress reliever in and of itself! So there you have it. Go nuts this weekend and feel all the better for it! Tags: An... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1400652 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:04:11 +0100 1400652 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1388964&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F21%2Fhow-dandy-the-anti-stress-benefits-of-a-dandelion%2F Image details: Creatas Images Single Image Set served by picapp.com Spring is in the air for many of us, and usually that means allergies, yard work and the weeds that cause a lot of allergies and yard work. But the next time you see a stray dandelion pop up in your yard, don’t be so quick to dig it up. Instead, admire it for it’s stress-busting abilities. Here’s the scoop: The leaves of a dandelion are packed with calming B vitamins and lethicin, which lessen stress and anxiety by balancing chemicals in your brain. Dandelions also boost levels of the happy chemical, seratonin. Now, we’re not recommending that you run out and pluck these from your yard to make a meal out of. But the next time you head to the grocer, look for premixed salad kits that include dandelio... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1388964 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 02:07:37 +0100 1388964 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1386805&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F20%2Fthe-sunday-sidebargreen-health%2F Everyone’s talking green this week with Earth Day (April 22) on the horizon. So Healthbolt is going to talk green too. Green health that is. Here’s our common sense tips to greener health… Sleep more - not only is sleep good for your health, it’s also good for the environment. When you sleep, your energy consumption is significantly reduced. Become a locavore - eating lots of fruit and vegetables will keep us healthy. Buying your fruit and vegetables locally will keep the planet healthy. Cycle or walk to work - get fit and reduce vehicle emissions at the same time. Sounds like a win/win situation. And here’s what others are saying about green health… Treehugger suggests that you can Save Money - and Your Health - by Going Green. Livesmarter offers 30 E... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1386805 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 22:38:14 +0100 1386805 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1380510&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F18%2Fare-wii-fit%2F Here’s some great news for Nintendo Wii Sports fans who are already bouncing around their living rooms chasing the imaginary ball. There’s a new kid coming to town. It’s name - Wii Fit. A top selling game in Japan when it was released there in December last year, Wii Fit is now being released in other parts of the world and demand is high. Everyone, it seems, wants to be Wii Fit. Watching the Wii Fit promotional video pretty much convinced me that my household needs the Nintendo Wii Fit. Why? Because one of the activities it features is the ‘hoola hoop’ - something I’ve been trying (and failing) to get the hang of for the past year. Perhaps, using Wii Fit, I can finally get the hoola hoop swing. Not sure whether is all hype or all good ? Maybe these rev... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1380510 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 06:58:33 +0100 1380510 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1371918&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F14%2Frandom-fact-of-the-day-stress-does-cause-gray-hair%2F Just the news you wanted to hear to start your week, right? Sorry, but it’s true. Stress can, in fact, cause your hair to gray. Why? Stress hormones like cortisol can mess with melanocytes (simply, hair cells). Suddenly, the cells have trouble surviving and/or producing the pigment that keeps your hair its original color. Hence, those pigments disappear and out pops a gray (or white) hair. Naturally, controlling stress is a good defense in this type of situation, but that might not always be possible. Eating foods rich in the amino acids lysine and arginine can help provide a drop in stress, however, so if you’re feeling a bit on edge, grab some peanuts and a carton of yogurt. These superfoods can get you halfway to the recommended 3 grams of lysine and arginine that Slovakian... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1371918 Tue, 15 Apr 2008 03:13:59 +0100 1371918 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1349496&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F03%2Feasy-health-tip-cut-bad-cholesterol-with-this-little-wonder%2F picApp_publisherId = 473;picApp_imageId = 11954;picApp_imageWidth = 271;picApp_imageHeight = 408;picApp_configUrl = "http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/GetConfig.aspx";picApp_Picview="http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/en/picviewerv1_1.swf";picapp_numberOfLine=1;ImageServe(); That’s right! According to a recent article in Woman’s World magazine (April 7th edition), red grapefruit can help lower your “bad” (aka LDL) cholesterol levels by as much as 20%. This seems to be the case whether or not your high cholesterol is responsive to statin drugs or whether you make any diet or lifestyle changes. So what’s behind this little Wonder Fruit? Experts claim the antioxidants in red grapefruit have the power to inhibit the liver’s tendency to overproduce... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1349496 Fri, 04 Apr 2008 02:37:33 +0100 1349496 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1344198&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F02%2Fdont-put-that-there%2F Do you… - drop your handbag onto the kitchen counter? - leave your toothbrush on the bathroom sink? - put your sneakers into the bedroom closet? Then you are just asking for trouble…with your health. A recent MSNBC article ‘The 16 worst places to stash your stuff’ points out that where you leave your belongings can play havoc with your health. For example, did you know that your handbag can carry not only all your ‘worldly possessions’ but also a whole lot of ‘buggy’ hanger ons. Recent studies have shown that “…handbags in the sample tested positive not only for the presence of bacteria but for bacteria of the worst kind–including pseudomonas, which can cause eye infections; staphylococcus aurous which can cause serious sk... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1344198 Wed, 02 Apr 2008 11:45:38 +0100 1344198 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1332464&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F03%2F27%2Fcontest-update-last-call-for-entries%2F Hey Guys, remember the cool contest we’re having? You know, the one where you can score yourself a hardcover copy of Tom Bohager’s Everything You Need to Know About Enzymes? Yeah, that one. If you’ve already entered, thanks. If not, what are you waiting for? Friday (March 28) was supposed to be the official closing date for entries, but I’m feeling so darn giving that I’ll extend this through the weekend. The winner will still be announced here on April 1 and will be notified by email as well. If you’re interested in solving many common maladies in a natural way, this book is for you. Head to the original contest post by 11:59pm, Sunday, March 30 for your chance to win. Good luck! Tags: Announcement, Book, Contest, Enzymes, HealthShare This (Source: Heal... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1332464 Fri, 28 Mar 2008 01:17:33 +0100 1332464 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1329954&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F03%2F26%2Fewww-factoids-of-the-week-toilet-trivia%2F picApp_publisherId = 473;picApp_imageId = 9331;picApp_imageWidth = 286;picApp_imageHeight = 430;picApp_configUrl = "http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/GetConfig.aspx";picApp_Picview="http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/en/picviewerv1_1.swf";picapp_numberOfLine=1;ImageServe(); Now, what would your Wednesday be without a little disgusting trivia centered around the Porcelain God, hm? Exactly. In a recent Men’s Health snippet, the sheer repulsiveness of toilet splatter (for lack of a better term) is spelled right out for us. Right down to the nitty gritty details of all that a flush of the toilet has in store for us. Curious? Okay, put down your sammich and read on… * With each flush, fecal pathogens can splash out of the bowl and hang tight on nearby surfaces - including... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1329954 Thu, 27 Mar 2008 01:54:28 +0100 1329954 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1325024&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F03%2F24%2Fwho-knew-lip-smackin-was-good-for-you%2F picApp_publisherId = 473;picApp_imageId = 8330;picApp_imageWidth = 357;picApp_imageHeight = 249;picApp_configUrl = "http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/GetConfig.aspx";picApp_Picview="http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/en/picviewerv1_1.swf";picapp_numberOfLine=1;ImageServe(); More good news on the nasty habit/I-thought-this-was-junk front. Turns out all the gum-smackers of the world (myself included) have got a good thing going. Jeez, between this and the news from last week, could life get any better?!? Here, a few reasons why sugarless (operative word) gum is great for you: * Alert! Alert! Yes, chewing gum can help boost alertness. In fact, one study showed that students and shift workers who chewed gum during the wee hours felt less tired than those in the same situation who di... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1325024 Tue, 25 Mar 2008 01:26:38 +0100 1325024 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1321073&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F03%2F22%2Fsexbolt-saturday-bust-out-of-your-sexual-rut%2F picApp_publisherId = 473;picApp_imageId = 6859;picApp_imageWidth = 286;picApp_imageHeight = 430;picApp_configUrl = "http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/GetConfig.aspx";picApp_Picview="http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/en/picviewerv1_1.swf";picapp_numberOfLine=1;ImageServe(); You love the feeling of the Big O (duh!), but getting to that point with your partner has become a little, um, lackluster. What was once fun, sexy and hotter than hell has now turned into a ritualistic lead-in to your ho-hum romp sessions. This doesn’t have to be, people! The quickest fix for a sexual rut is (no surprise here) to switch things up. Sounds simple, but for couples with kids or hairy schedules, a simple reminder that variety is indeed the spice of life is usually in order. Now, obviously a ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1321073 Sat, 22 Mar 2008 16:57:25 +0100 1321073 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1316634&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F03%2F20%2Fhealthy-health-links-of-the-week%25e2%2580%25a6%2F With a some spare time on my hands, I spent the morning wandering the blogosphere checking out what everyone has to say. Here’s what I found… Tim Ferris, author of The Four Hour Workweek, shares his thoughts on various methods to get rid of the common cold with 4 Anti Cold Cocktails That Work: From Ancient China to German Alcoholics and Modern Labs. With winter on the way over here in New Zealand, this is one post I’ll be bookmarking for future reference. Over at Cranky Fitness, Merry was in a St Patrick’s Day frame of mind and asking Does Green Beer Have More Vegetable Goodness? Thankfully, it didn’t take Merry long to figure out that the green beer was a product of food coloring and not vegetables and move instead to discuss the good, the bad, and possibily... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1316634 Thu, 20 Mar 2008 11:18:53 +0100 1316634 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1312359&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F03%2F18%2Finterior-design-as-a-key-to-losing-weight-maybe%2F I have a bit of a thing with interior design. I’m not saying I’m Martha’s prodigy or anything, I’m just saying I’m on the other side of obsessed with HGTV and the likes. But alas, if you love monkeying with design like me, we have a new (and very welcome) assignment: Redecorate to lose weight. Here’s the scoop: Joanne G. Gould, M.A., R.D., of the OMS Wellness Institute says that by using our flair for making our homes lovely, we could cut our daily caloric intake by a cool 200 calories a day - that’s enough to melt 20 pounds in a year! Sounds like a plan. You with me? Our assignment is this: Ditch the red and orange paints/pillows/cushions in lieu of blue. Why? Bright colors stimulate hunger by firing up a stress response within us (hm, no wonder s... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1312359 Wed, 19 Mar 2008 02:55:51 +0100 1312359 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1297759&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F03%2F12%2Fbeware-the-silent-enamel-eating-syndrome%2F Did you know that dental erosion or ’silent enamel-eating syndrome’ is on the rise in the United States (and probably in all Western societies)? In fact, according the very first dental erosion study conducted in the United States at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, there is a 30 percentage prevalence rate of among 10 to 14 year olds. According to Dr. Amaechi, the lead researcher on the study, this is due to increased consumption of products such as sports drinks, various fruit juices, soft drinks, yoghurt, raisins, and candy which “…when consumed in excess…can easily strip the enamel from the teeth, leaving the teeth more brittle and sensitive to pain…The acids in these products can be so corrosive that not even cavity-causi... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1297759 Wed, 12 Mar 2008 11:45:04 +0100 1297759 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1296042&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F03%2F11%2Fparkinsons-disease-is-an-equal-opportunity-destroyer%2F Though you may think of Parkinson’s disease as an illness for the Men Only club, there are actually up to 100,000 women under the age of 50 who have this neurological disorder, says Shape magazine. While this statistic is eye-opening and scary, there are things you can be doing to safeguard yourself. 1. Drink coffee. Ok, so you don’t have to tell me twice to do this one. But for those of you who shun The Joe, sneaking in at least a half cup a day can render you two to three times less likely to develop Parkinson’s than those who skip the daily grind, says JAMA. 2. Nosh on good fats. Keeping your diet full of poly- and monosaturated fats like those found in fish, nuts, and olive oil can reduce your odds of acquiring the disease by 30 percent, according to Erasmus Medical C... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1296042 Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:35:31 +0100 1296042 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1292224&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F03%2F10%2Fwho-knew-your-favorite-foods-could-be-so-darn-healthy%2F picApp_publisherId = 473;picApp_imageId = 3852;picApp_imageWidth = 328;picApp_imageHeight = 375;picApp_configUrl = "http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/GetConfig.aspx";picApp_Picview="http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/en/picviewerv1_1.swf";picapp_numberOfLine=1;ImageServe(); Macaroni and cheese, pizza, chocolate chip cookies. Not usually found at the top of a dietician’s “Nice” list, are they? Well, no more. With a few tweaks here and there, your favorite foods can go from Nutritionally Naughty to Superfood instantaneously. Add this: Cauliflower To: Macaroni and Cheese For the benefit of: Preventing Lung Cancer Yep, adding just a 1/2 cup of pureed cauliflower to your comfort food go-to on a regular basis can lower the odds of getting lung cancer by 30% for non-s... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1292224 Tue, 11 Mar 2008 01:44:03 +0100 1292224 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1288387&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F03%2F08%2Fsexbolt-saturday-links-for-hot-lovin%2F picApp_publisherId = 473;picApp_imageId = 3342;picApp_imageWidth = 357;picApp_imageHeight = 236;picApp_configUrl = "http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/GetConfig.aspx";picApp_Picview="http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/en/picviewerv1_1.swf";picapp_numberOfLine=1;ImageServe(); Happy Saturday, y’all. Today, lots of good links for your sexual satisfaction: Ever wonder what is actually going on during the female orgasm? Kendra at Gizmo Mama does the honor of spelling it out for us. Wait a sec…a SEX DIET? Oh yeah. Read on to see how a few simple fixes in your diet can make things go from “Oh” to “Ooooohhhhh”. Suffering from a sexual dry spell? First of all, my condolences. Second, read this to find out how to end your drought in a hurry. Think multip... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1288387 Sat, 08 Mar 2008 17:53:21 +0100 1288387 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1279426&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F03%2F04%2Frestful-sleep-sappers-exposed%2F picApp_publisherId = 473;picApp_imageId = 2516;picApp_imageWidth = 357;picApp_imageHeight = 237;picApp_configUrl = "http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/GetConfig.aspx";picApp_Picview="http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/en/picviewerv1_1.swf";picapp_numberOfLine=1;ImageServe(); It’s beginning to become a little obvious, what with yesterday’s post and all, that I am a bit consumed with sleep these days. Or more namely, a lack of it. The disturbing thing is that I have no excuses for my shoddy shut-eye. I am not the parent of a newborn, my health has not changed and my life is not full of soul-eating stress. So what gives? Evidently, there is a new type of sleep situation running rampant, known as “Junk Sleep”. Unlike truly restful snoozing, junk sleep doesn&#8... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1279426 Wed, 05 Mar 2008 03:36:06 +0100 1279426 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1276008&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F03%2F03%2Fhappy-living-tip-how-to-erase-pillow-creases-on-your-face%2F picApp_publisherId = 473;picApp_imageId = 2270;picApp_imageWidth = 357;picApp_imageHeight = 237;picApp_configUrl = "http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/GetConfig.aspx";picApp_Picview="http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/en/picviewerv1_1.swf";picapp_numberOfLine=1;ImageServe(); Nothing says “I just had one helluva great sleep” better than a face filled with creases compliments of your pillow. We’re talking creases on the cheeks, creases near your eyes and even creases by your mouth. And while these badges of honor might signify your happy slumber and prove once and for all that your late-night nookie sessions are indeed promoters of great rest, chances are your boss won’t find them nearly as endearing as your adoring bedmate. So how to get rid of the mini-roa... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1276008 Tue, 04 Mar 2008 02:26:37 +0100 1276008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1270539&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F03%2F01%2Fsexbolt-saturday-links-edition%2F Happy Weekend, all! Hope your first day of March is all you dream it will be. Or something. Anyhoo, this weekend I’m all about surfing, and in my travels I stumbled across some killer sex articles. Thus, today I will let some of the other ‘net experts tell you exactly what’s up in the bedroom: Ever wonder what a guy is thinking when he’s being toyed with? Dirty Sexy Honeys gives you a dude’s-eye view of what it’s like to deal with unrequited crushes. Funny stuff. Think your well-trained eye could distinguish a sex toy from any random household object? Think again. Take this quiz to see if that “lipstick” is really a lipstick…or a vibrator. Have you ever been reduced to a hot and bothered mess by something your partner whispered in your ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1270539 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 20:17:45 +0100 1270539 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1266563&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F02%2F28%2Fa-month-of-heart-health-all-wrapped-up-for-you%2F picApp_publisherId = 473;picApp_imageId = 1777;picApp_imageWidth = 348;picApp_imageHeight = 354;picApp_configUrl = "http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/GetConfig.aspx";picApp_Picview="http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/en/picviewerv1_1.swf";picapp_numberOfLine=1;ImageServe(); Another month has come and gone. But February was such an important month, as it focused on recognizing the severity of heart health issues and how to take steps to try and outsmart such an unforgiving and non-biased disease. Here at Healthbolt, we aimed to give you plenty of ideas on how to keep your heart strong and healthy. Here, we’ve packaged up a month’s worth of tips, strategies and anecdotes for you, just in case you missed anything. We’d also like to introduce you to a fantastic new... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1266563 Fri, 29 Feb 2008 02:35:30 +0100 1266563 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1259925&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F02%2F26%2Fbe-a-wrap-star-save-your-waistline%2F picApp_publisherId = 473;picApp_imageId = 1712;picApp_imageWidth = 357;picApp_imageHeight = 535;picApp_configUrl = "http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/GetConfig.aspx";picApp_Picview="http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/en/picviewerv1_1.swf";picapp_numberOfLine=1;ImageServe(); Did things get a little crazy with the chocolate lips and conversation hearts this Valentine’s Day? Or maybe raiding the kids’ candy stash is an hourly occurrence for you (surely I can’t be the only one.) If your dietary efforts seem thwarted by the sheer amount of candy carcasses piling up around you, take heed…and save those wrappers as cold, hard evidence. Why? A new study from Cornell University has found that those folks who save candy wrappers as a visual reminder of their treat ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1259925 Wed, 27 Feb 2008 03:11:13 +0100 1259925 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1256219&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F02%2F25%2Fsit-up-and-listen-slouching-slacking%2F picApp_publisherId = 473;picApp_imageId = 1680;picApp_imageWidth = 357;picApp_imageHeight = 288;picApp_configUrl = "http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/GetConfig.aspx";picApp_Picview="http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/en/picviewerv1_1.swf";picapp_numberOfLine=1;ImageServe();JavaScript is not enabled or supported on your browser This photo is scary accurate in describing how I look whilst at my computer (only I’m blond and, uh, female). What about you? Are you a sloucher? Does your posture say “Hunchback of Notre Dame Body Double” rather than “Dancing With the Stars Champion”? If so, you may want to sit up and take note - because slouching can often times signify slacking. How so, you ask? Colorado College researchers found that male students who had ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1256219 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 03:19:49 +0100 1256219 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1251738&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F02%2F23%2Fsexbolt-saturday-hit-the-sheets-people-sex-is-good-for-you%2F Last week on Sexbolt Saturday, we discussed why the Big O is such a big boon. While this is true and exciting as all get out, the bottom line is that not every horizontal romp ends in that big moment. So can sex without climaxing be good for you too? The answer in short: Oh, hell yeah! Sex uses every single muscle group in your body, which is more than you can say about the treadmill, no? Sex gets the heart and lungs working hard, providing a sound physical workout. Sex burns about 300 calories an hour, so go ahead and order dessert on date night. As with regular gym-type exercise, sexercise helps keep your heart healthy and lowers your risk for heart attack. Sex can help you sleep better, feel happier and become less-stressed. Sex with a bit of extra physicality (aka athletic sex) is goo... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1251738 Sat, 23 Feb 2008 18:33:33 +0100 1251738 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1248890&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F02%2F21%2Fcounting-on-pain-heres-a-thought%2F Photo Credit Next time you find yourself with a needle barreling toward any one of your body parts, revert back to your toddler days and begin counting out loud to anyone who will listen. And why is that? Because Japanese researchers were good enough to find that counting may effectively numb you to injection pain. (I know, I know. This is a little after-the-fact, isn’t it Mr. Clemens?) In fact, patients who counted out loud while receiving a poke reported no discomfort, as opposed to non-counters who experienced both stinging (during) and soreness (after) the pick. So why such an odd prescription for heading off pain? The theory here is that counting may influence the brain’s ouch-detector, thereby pretty much blocking out the pain. Think you might still need an extra dose o... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1248890 Fri, 22 Feb 2008 04:18:42 +0100 1248890 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1240173&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F02%2F18%2Fkill-the-burn-honey-kill-the-burn%2F Photo Credit So you’re cooking, right? You grab the lid off the pot so fast that it flings itself mercilessly against the inside of your wrist, sending you careening over to the kitchen sink as your dinner burns on the stove. What do you do next? A) Run the wound under cool water. B) Call the pizza joint and say to hell with home-cooking forever. C) Curse so loudly your children gaze at you in horror, then scrunch up their little faces and run out of the room. D) Schlack the burn with a bit of honey. While your natural instincts might steer you toward B and C, what you really need to do is take a deep breath, then proceed with A, then D. D, you say? Yes, D. Because out of all the wacky home remedies out there to treat burns, honey has been shown to be a pretty darn effective one. In ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1240173 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 03:10:02 +0100 1240173 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1226713&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F02%2F12%2Ffeeling-flaky-its-all-in-your-head%2F Photo Credit Okay, maybe not in your head, but definitely on it. Because if you are one of the nearly 50% of Americans suffering with dandruff, you’ve got enough white in your strands to put a Northeastern blizzard to shame. Contrary to what you’ve been told, however, dandruff is not caused from a dry scalp. In fact, those with oily scalps are even more susceptible. Here’s the scoop: Dandruff is caused by a naturally-occurring microscopic yeast called Malassezia. Malassezia’s job is to feed off the oil your scalp produces to keep itself hydrated. Under normal circumstances, this yeast gets washed off in the shower or scraped away with your brush. In some instances though, the little buggers get a little crazy and begin wreaking havoc on your scalp. Mad, your scalp b... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1226713 Wed, 13 Feb 2008 03:17:45 +0100 1226713 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1219449&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F02%2F08%2Fneed-a-good-reason-to-close-your-eyes-here-you-go%2F Photo Credit Sorry folks, but we’re not telling you to hunker down for a nap here (although you’re certainly welcome to…it’s the freakin’ weekend, after all). Nope, what we want you to do is close your eyes for a moment and visualize yourself achieving a goal you’ve set (or plan to set). It can be anything from acing an interview to shutting the junk food cupboard to not losing your temper with your kids (hello, why does that last one really speak to me today? Anyway.) This type of visualization is called “mind sculpture” and practicing it a mere 60 seconds a day is nearly as effective as daily practice in an instrument or sport. Now I guess we know why so many hoops players stand at the 3-point line forever before shooting, eh? Even more int... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1219449 Sat, 09 Feb 2008 02:55:56 +0100 1219449 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1207309&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F02%2F05%2Fclean-your-desk-up-people-pronto%2F Photo Credit No wonder there’s so much hacking and sniffling going around in the workplace: researchers have found that there are 400 times more germs at our work stations than in bathrooms! Gross! So what’s the word on a healthy desk? Take these tips to clean up your act…and your health. Wipe you keyboard, mouse, phone and desk with disinfectant wipes once a day. Since they’re the most handled areas in your office, they’re prime spots for spreading germs like the cold virus. My suggestion? Wipe up in the a.m. since you never know who was pawing through your goods during the night. Scrub up. Okay, you’ve been lectured on this before, but remember that viruses are mostly spread by hands. Wash hands thoroughly and often, and keep a hand-santizer handy in ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1207309 Tue, 05 Feb 2008 20:53:19 +0100 1207309 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1199825&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F02%2F04%2Fhumming-my-way-to-clearer-sinuses%2F                                                         (photo credit) I am not a disciple of yoga but I’ve taken to humming ‘om’ at the strangest times - like now as I type this post. Why ? Because I read an article recently that said humming can help keep my sinuses healthy and clear. As someone who suffers from allergic rhinitis (hay fever) that occassionally develops into sinusitis, I am always on the lookout for ways to stop the sneezing, the dripping, and the blocked nose. I’m tired of nasal sprays and medicine. I want to try something new. Hence the humming. And I sure hope you can’t hear me, cause it’s not a pleasant sound. There’s no tune or rhythm, just a loud humming noise which is v... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1199825 Mon, 04 Feb 2008 12:14:38 +0100 1199825 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1195854&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F02%2F01%2Flinks-for-your-heart-healthy-pleasure-2%2F Photo Credit Happy National Heart Health Month! Below, Liz did an awesome job outlining some statistics and ideas on heart disease, and here I’ll throw a few links at you to hopefully give you even more resources to draw on, since this is such a huge issue in our nation. Lots of people wonder about the benefits of fish oil and Omega-3 Fatty Acid supplements. We’ve got you covered. Wondering about the benefits of flaxseed? Here’s your link. Thinking about adding oatmeal to your morning routine? That’s a great idea. Here’s why. Or maybe you’re more of a cold cereal kind of person? Then how ’bout some Cheerios for Heart Health? Whole grains for a heart healthy diet? You betcha! Hopefully, this gives you a great start on gearing up for your healthiest ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1195854 Sat, 02 Feb 2008 04:31:47 +0100 1195854 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1187120&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F29%2F5-au-naturel-cures-for-cramps%2F Photo Credit Guys, if you think PMS is the worst thing about your lady’s “monthly visitor”, we have news for you, don’t we girls? Yep, underneath the exterior of our once-a-month bitchy wrath lies a whole other issue that you may not even know about…cramps. As if it’s not bad enough we have to endure a week of Aunt Flow, we also have to be in pain besides. Now how is that fair? Um, it’s not. But hallelujah, now there are some fresh-from-nature fixes to ease us through. If you’re a guy, do yourself a favor and don’t click out. Keep reading and surprise your woman with one or two of these saviors - you’ll be her hero forever (and make life a whole lot easier for yourself!) Turn on the heat. Dig out your old heating pad in lieu of i... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1187120 Wed, 30 Jan 2008 02:57:41 +0100 1187120 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1179663&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F26%2Fsexbolt-saturday-quick-tips-to-fire-up-your-love-life%2F Photo Credit Need a few ideas to light up your love life? We got ‘em (and we thank the Almighty Men’s Health for some reminders). Here’s what you can do…starting TODAY! Give the girl a coffee. Research has shown that female rats wanted more sex after a shot of caffeine. Indulge in some pre-nookie brew together and watch what happens next. Engage in some pre-dinner skroinking. Sex tames stress, so before you sit down to break bread together, have a little appetizer…in bed. Put the “We” in Wii. Breaking a sweat together can get you fired up in a hurry, so bust out the video games to spark a friendly bout of competition…the winner gets first dibs on the sexual favor of their choice. Hug each other before hitting the shower. The smell of a man&#... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1179663 Sat, 26 Jan 2008 19:53:27 +0100 1179663 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1179086&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F25%2Fthe-truth-about-your-repulsive-toothbrush%2F Photo Credit Every morning and every evening you grab your trusty toothbrush and allow it to work its magic (you do, right?) Well, I’m here to tell you, that fabulous toothbrush of yours? Unless it’s brand-spaking new, it’s downright disgusting. Here are just a few of the critters hanging out on the very same bristles that are meant to “clean” your teeth. Ha. Streptococcus mutans - This is the head honcho bacteria in charge of dental caries. Beta-hemolytic streptococcus - The main bacteria that causes strep throat. Candida albicans - The fantastic fungus responsible for thrush in babies. Coliform bacteria - A common bathroom bacteria. Herpes simplex virus - The bad guys in charge of cold sores. Appetizing, hm? So how does this junk get on there? Simple: Not... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1179086 Sat, 26 Jan 2008 03:24:05 +0100 1179086 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1179087&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F25%2Fdo-the-hara-hachi-bu%2F                                                               (photo credit) Concerned about your growing weight? Then maybe it’s time to do the hara hachi bu. Practiced by the Okinawan people for generations, it simply means ‘to eat until you are 80% full’. Now, Okinawa has one of the healthiest and longest living populations in the world, so there must be something to this. Let’s face it, eating less is not a practice done in most Western societies. We are given plates piled high with food and then expected to empty them. I don’t know about you, but as a child I wasn’t allowed to leave the dinner table until the plate was wiped clean. And how many of you got the old ‘don’t waste t... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1179087 Fri, 25 Jan 2008 22:02:40 +0100 1179087 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1173121&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F23%2Fone-key-to-spicy-sex%2F Photo Credit Ready for a little hot-cha-cha in the boudoir? Then skip the pricey lingerie and hit the bricks instead. That’s right. A recent study by the University of Arkansas says that people who regularly work out find themselves more sexually desirable, and you know what that means…more satisfying workouts in the sack! Not only that, but Duke University also found that when overweight men and women lost a mere 10 percent of their body weight, they enjoyed sex more. So there you have it - the most simple sex tip around: Work. Out. To. Feel. Hotter. It’s not rocket science that a positive self-image would lead to better sexual experiences, but sometimes we just need a little reminder, do we not? And speaking of reminders, keep in mind that you don’t have to senten... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1173121 Thu, 24 Jan 2008 03:35:53 +0100 1173121 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1169641&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F22%2Fsticking-your-buns-in-the-air-for-lower-blood-pressure%2F Photo Credit Think yoga is nothing more than a hilarious mix of bodily contortions? Strike that mindset in a hurry. In fact, getting all bendy not only tones your bod and relieves stress, it also has fabulous effects on hypertension. And since high blood pressure is a major risk factor for stroke, heart disease and kidney problems, sticking your arse up in the air in the name of good health doesn’t seem so bad now, does it? Here’s the scoop: Research shows that yoga decreases systolic measurements of blood pressure (this is the reading that’s taken when the heart is contracting) and significantly lowers diastolic figures as well (when the heart relaxes). In fact, doing yoga regularly can be as effective as popping a prescription medication for high blood pressure. Crazy. ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1169641 Wed, 23 Jan 2008 04:15:02 +0100 1169641 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1167185&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F21%2Fpb-j-for-your-health-and-the-planet%2F How ‘Bout a Little PB Love? Who knew that every time I take the easy way out and lovingly craft a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for my kids instead of baking some fish sticks, I’m essentially nominating myself for Hero of the Year? Man, this is great! The buzz is that not only is peanut butter good for you (it’s loaded with healthy fats, protein and even fiber), but it is also helping to save the planet…one meal at a time. You can check out the truly fascinating (and startling!) detailed specifics at PB & J Campaign, but here I’ll just focus on how this news corresponds directly or indirectly to health. Of course, lest we not forget that anytime we talk of helping the environment, we are also talking about helping our good health. Whipping up at PB&#0... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1167185 Tue, 22 Jan 2008 03:15:18 +0100 1167185 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1160986&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F18%2Fvitamin-c-is-the-bees-knees%2F Photo Credit Achy knees? Sore fingers? Troublesome elbow? Grab an orange. A recent Australian study has shown that the more Vitamin C we consume as adults, the less likely we are to develop the bone and tissue problems that can ultimately lead to arthritis. And since 25% of women go on to develop arthritis, adding C Vitamins to your diet seems like a good strategy. Smart places to get yours: Peppers (red, yellow and green) Exotic fruits such as Kiwi, Guava, Papaya, Mango Berries such as Raspberries and Strawberries Melons such as Cantaloupe and Honeydew Citrus fruits such as Oranges, Grapefruits, Lemons and Tangerines Green veggies such as Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts and Spinach Other veggies such as Cauliflower, Cabbage, Tomatoes and Potatoes Surprise sources such as Kellogg’s Produ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1160986 Fri, 18 Jan 2008 18:28:28 +0100 1160986 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1159483&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F17%2F5-wacky-headache-causes-exposed%2F If you’re susceptible to headaches, you know all too well how miserable they can be. Therefore, you do your best to avoid your likely triggers (which can include everything from caffeine, stress, eye strain, PMS and more). But, alas, there are still times when you’re blind-sided with an ‘ache even though you’ve done everything right. That ain’t even right…so, what gives? The problem is, headache triggers can be hiding where you least expect them - even in the bedroom! Don’t believe it? Read on. Unlikely Trigger #1 - Strong smells. Whether it’s a coworker’s perfume or a heavy duty air freshener, some people are highly sensitive to smells (hello, me!) Strong odors have a way of activating the nose’s nerve cells, which in turn rev up... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1159483 Fri, 18 Jan 2008 03:36:56 +0100 1159483 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1146273&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F11%2Ffor-the-love-of-god-man-suds-up-already%2F Photo Credit This might be the most repulsive news I’m ever going to share with you, but I wanted to send you off into your weekend well-armed…with hand sanitizer! Why? Because 23% of those people you’re hanging out with in the clubs and restaurants are not washing their hands! Ewwwwww! Seriously, I thought we were all on the same page with hand-washing, but evidently some of you are just far too busy to bother sudsing up and you’d rather just bypass the whole situation and spread some serious germ action around. If this is you, #1 - Shame! #2 - Wash your freaking hands, already! Sure, most people would never admit to skipping the sink, but only 77% of people are power-scrubbing, compared with the 92% that say they do. Even ickier? As our world gets germier, hand-wa... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1146273 Sat, 12 Jan 2008 02:45:58 +0100 1146273 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1130975&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F04%2Fhey-honey-youre-so-sweet%2F Photo Credit When’s the last time you made like Pooh Bear and attacked a pot of honey with a feverish zeal? If it’s been a while (or, um, never) maybe you should give it a try. Honey is packed with more than just a natural sweetness - it’s got some serious health benefits, too. Try to incorporate four tablespoons of buckwheat honey (the darker the better) to: Boost the levels of polyphenolic antioxidants in your blood. These little ditties are powerful compounds that prevent free radicals and other ickies from messing with your immune system. Save some calories. Though honey does pack more cals than white sugar, because of its super-sweetness, you’ll use less and get the same effects. How to sneak it in: Drizzle it over oatmeal or toast spread with peanut butter... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1130975 Fri, 04 Jan 2008 20:49:48 +0100 1130975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1127325&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F02%2Fis-clutter-bad-for-your-health-you-betcha%2F Photo Credit There’s a new movement in the medical world, and what better time to address it than right after New Year’s - you know, with one of your top resolutions being “get organized” and what not. (Right?!?) The deal? All that clutter you’ve dismissed as nothing more than a nuisance…is actually harmful to your health. This is so not good news for me as I jockey around mounds of papers and magazines to get at my keyboard each day (job hazards. Oy.) But what the experts are saying makes sense. Take a look: Getting organized helps reduce the risk for falls Cleaning up helps eliminate germs Decluttering makes it easier to find medications, exercise equipment, and other gear imperative to your good health Makes good sense, doesn’t it? I mean, how... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1127325 Thu, 03 Jan 2008 02:34:17 +0100 1127325 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1123702&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F01%2Fneed-a-hangover-cure%2F                                 Yes, I know Healthbolt is a health blog. But we’re not perfect and even the healthiest of us sometimes forgets the mantra ‘everything in moderation’. Sometimes we go a little overboard during the holiday season. So in case you did too, here’s the list of 10 Top Hangover Cures that Forbes.com posted last year. Guaranteed as tried and true by the Forbes writers, I figure that they’ll be just as good this year as last. So for any of you that might need a little hangover help, here they are… Water (and lots of it) Sports Drinks Over-The-Counter Pain Relievers Vitamin B6 and B12 Berocca Prickly Pear Tripe Soup Haejangguk Rosiglitazone Hair of the Dog Happy Hangover New Years. (photo credit) Sha... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1123702 Tue, 01 Jan 2008 07:10:58 +0100 1123702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1121708&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F12%2F29%2Fhandle-with-care-a-fellas-willy%2F CAUTION: Handle With Care When an ER nurse I know told me a couple years back about some poor schmuck that came in with a “broken dick”, my first reaction was to crack up. It seemed preposterous. Everyone knows there’s no “bone” in “boner”, so how could that be? The grave look on this (male) nurse’s face told me that “Hell yeah, it’s possible” and “Hell yeah, I’m glad it wasn’t me!” See, what happens is that the shaft of the penis, which is made up of two chambers of spongy tissue called the corpora cavernosa, fills with blood in response to sexual thoughts or stimulation, causing a superb stiffy. If a man were to get a little crazy with said stiffy - like overzealously pummeling a target, then missin... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1121708 Sat, 29 Dec 2007 18:50:19 +0100 1121708 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1115331&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F12%2F25%2Fa-healthy-christmas%2F If you’ve been reading all the articles and studies in the news recently you might start thinking that Christmas is really bad for your health. It seems that in order to survive Christmas these days you have to navigate through numerous health obstacles - the Christmas Tree Sneezes, the Merry Christmas Coronary, the Christmas Blues, the Christmas Bulge, and the Christmas Binge. So to help you survive all these Christmas health hazards, here’s a few tips from Healthbolt… Have fun. Stress less, laugh more. It’s not all about the presents. Yes, it’s nice to give and get but is it worth all the stress and debt? Most of us don’t need presents, just hugs and love. Moderation is always the key, even at Christmas. Let it Go. So what if there is a family feud go... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1115331 Tue, 25 Dec 2007 06:04:16 +0100 1115331 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1113303&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F12%2F22%2Fsexbolt-saturday-want-to-maximize-your-o-try-this%2F Oh, Oh…Ohhhhhh! Yeah, yeah. We all know that exercise makes the body healthy and helps all our organs perform at maximum capacity. But did you know there are separate exercises designed especially for “down there”? Ladies and Germs, meet Kegels. If you are not already an avid Kegeler, boy are you missing out. Just a simple exercise can make a world of difference during your steamy sheet sessions. Want to learn more? We thought so. What the heck is a Kegel? Named for Dr. Arnold Kegel, a Kegel is simply an exercise designed to strengthen the pelvic floor. How do you do them? Simple. Contract and release the muscles around your hoo-ha, the ones that control the flow of your pee. Why bother? For Ladies: Kegels help make the va-jay-jay tighter, igniting greater friction ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1113303 Sun, 23 Dec 2007 00:10:44 +0100 1113303 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1109790&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F12%2F20%2Fresolve-to-change-in-bunches%2F Change, Change, Change! Change the Fool. Remember being told that change should be accomplished in bite-sized pieces? Not to set the bar so high that you can never really succeed? Take everything one day, one step at a time? Well, it turns out all that mind-easing positivity was a bunch of horse-puckey. The new deal is when you’re setting out to make changes for the better (uh…New Year’s Resolutions, anyone?) you should lump them into groups. Here’s the thought: When we make multiple resolutions that all reinforce and depend upon each other, we are more likely to stick with the individual goals for the long haul. For example, if you set a goal to reach an ideal weight, lower blood pressure, and quit smoking, rather than just committing to one of these things, you wo... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1109790 Fri, 21 Dec 2007 04:11:21 +0100 1109790 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1106977&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F12%2F20%2Ffitness-tips-for-exercise-phobic-shoppers%2F If even the thought of going to the gym makes you break out in hives, fear not. You can get just as good a workout by heading for the nearest shopping mall. Before the workout going shopping Always make sure you have something healthy to eat before you hit the gym mall. After all, you’ll need energy, stamina and mental concentration to complete the workout shopping. And don’t forget the water bottle. Shopping is thirsty work. Eating before you shop also reduces the risk of eating at the mall, where, let’s face it, we usually end up consuming food high in calories and fat.  Warm Up Any good workout requires a warm up regime. So don’t park the car at the entrance to the mall. Look for a parking space at the edge of the car park and then walk briskly to the shops. In... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1106977 Thu, 20 Dec 2007 12:30:42 +0100 1106977 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1104316&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F12%2F18%2Fnight-times-the-right-timeto-learn%2F Gearing up to learn something fresh and new in 2008? Better sharpen your night vision, then. Yep, according to a study conducted by the University of Adelaide in Australia, our brains are more apt to take in new experiences associated with movement at 8 p.m., rather than 8 a.m. This, of course, is good news for all the morning-haters of the world. Now, if only we could all convince our bosses and gym trainers that this is the case - snooze-inducing training sessions and grueling cardio workouts would be thing of the past in the morning hours. So what’s with these findings, anyway? Well, it appears that the concentration of hormones that slug motor memory is lower in the evening than earlier in the day. One more great excuse to put that workout off until nighttime - you’ll be re... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1104316 Wed, 19 Dec 2007 03:22:26 +0100 1104316 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1101415&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F12%2F17%2Fthe-healthy-power-of-happy-hour%2F Bottom’s Up - For Your Health! Don’t you just love when one of your favorite “indulgences” suddenly becomes a Health All-Star? Like, in my mind, it doesn’t get much better than finding out that bellying up to the bar at Happy Hour is actually good for you. Can you relate? Yeah, thought so. Here’s the good word on the liquid nourishment that is beer and wine: According to a study by the British Journal of Cancer, drinking beer and wine can lower your risk of kidney cancer. Now, maybe kidney cancer isn’t as high on your “To Worry About List” as say, finding matching non-holey socks in the morning, but still, isn’t it nice to know that your adult refreshments are actually working for you? Of course, all things in moderation, dear rea... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1101415 Tue, 18 Dec 2007 02:47:09 +0100 1101415 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1098788&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F12%2F17%2Fat-lasta-brain-gym%2F This sounds like my kind of gym. No weights, no trendmill, and no exercycle. Just computers, software, books, and smart snacks like tea and walnuts. Only one problem. This Brain Gym is in San Francisco…maybe a little too far for most of us to go. But not to worry, it’s the wave of the future. More and more Baby Boomers, worried about the escalating numbers of people developing Alzheimer’s Disease, are looking for ways to keep not only their bodies but also their minds strong. Somehow I think that there will be more Brain Gyms on the horizon. To find out more about the Brain Gym, read this interesting article in the San Francisco Chronicle: ‘Brain gym’ may exorcise Boomers’ fears about aging (animation credit) Share This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1098788 Mon, 17 Dec 2007 06:39:58 +0100 1098788 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1096132&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F12%2F14%2Fthe-greatest-holiday-lists-youll-ever-read-b5-science-health-style%2F What a fun and successful theme day we had yesterday all across the Science & Health Channel. In case you missed any of it, here’s the rundown of our lists of holiday tips, suggestions and thoughts. There’s tons of funny and helpful stuff in there, so have at it - it’s our gift to you! Angela at Breastfeeding 1-2-3 started our theme day off today with her very witty and I mean witty, post, Top 10 Funny Breastfeeding Slogans. Kristina at Autism Vox gave us a very endearing look into her personal life with Top 10 Reasons Life Is Better With Charlie. Scott at Health and Men posted a helpful Five Gifts For The Fitness Freak. Ten Ways To Celebrate (And Help) This Holiday was given to us thankfully by Gabrielle at Fertility Notes. Alicia at Mental Health Notes gave a great... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1096132 Fri, 14 Dec 2007 16:44:45 +0100 1096132 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1087565&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F12%2F11%2Fgot-breath-get-it-fresh-please%2F Unless you’re six feet under, chances are darn good that you’ve got breath passing through your lips. And if that’s the case, chances are also darn good that on occasion it’s downright boostin’. With the holidays coming and parties stretching on for days, you’re even more susceptible to stanky breff and you may not always have your Listerine handy. No prob, say the fine folks at The International Conference on Breath Odor Research. There are plenty of quick fixes in your reach, so read up, freshen up, and save yourself the embarrassment of curling your boss’s eyebrows at the Office Christmas Party. The Culprit: Garlic - Garlic is front-and-center this season in party appetizers and dips, so instead of avoiding the buffet line (yeah, right), grab a... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1087565 Tue, 11 Dec 2007 21:20:14 +0100 1087565 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=822300&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F08%2F25%2Fmorning-breath%2F This tip isn’t for you, of course. It’s for that other person in the bed. Here’s a very simple way to tone down the wonder that is morning breath: 1. Keep a bottle of water on the nightstand (or glass, if you don’t have a furball whose curiosity may indeed be responsible for her demise…). 2. As soon as you wake, swig a few gulps. Swish it around. Swallow. You’re done! To reduce bad breath in general, here are some additional easy tips: - Eat fruit and vegetables every day! - Drink several glasses of water daily (6-10 is good). Hydration reduces dry mouth. Who knew! - It’s not just your teeth that need care. Brush your tongue and gums, too. - If you drink alcohol at night, you definitely want to have some water after. I like to have a glass of wi... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=822300 Sat, 25 Aug 2007 16:52:47 +0100 822300 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=742571&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F07%2F18%2Fchicken-fat%2F Want more Omega-3’s in your diet? (Of course you do.) Here’s an easy tip: Purchase eggs that contain DHA and fry yourself up an omelet. DHA - that’s docosahexaenoic acid - is the most readily utilized form of Omega-3 fatty acids, and your body loves it. Don’t worry about finding these enhanced DHA eggs - the egg cartons will practically jump in your cart if you so much as think “DHA”. Omega-3’s are the new glamour child of food manufacturing, and enhanced foods are everywhere. Tropicana even adds fish oil to their orange juice now. (Not recommended: tastes funky, contains puny amount not worth writing home about.) There are three types of Omega 3 fatty acids, and DHA is the “best” for health purposes, although they are all essential.... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=742571 Wed, 18 Jul 2007 20:58:28 +0100 742571 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=689982&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F06%2F22%2Feasy-health-tip-47-stop-breakouts-by-doing-the-laundry%2F This one is a gimme: would you wash your car every night and then park it a mud puddle? That would be stupid, right? Well, don’t do the same thing to your face. You pillow case absorbs dirt and oil from your noggin’ and then redeposits it on your face night after night. If breakouts are a problem, don’t cry yourself yo sleep on your ‘uge pilla’. Just add washing this particular item at least twice a week to your arsenal of combative strategies. Share This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=689982 Fri, 22 Jun 2007 13:51:06 +0100 689982 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=650783&cid=t_104209_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F06%2F01%2Feasy-health-tip-46-ice-is-out-soap-is-in%2F Next time you have to ice something down, try throwing some dishwashing liquid in a baggie, instead of the normal ‘cubes. Leave it in the freezer ’till cool, and enjoy. It’ll hold it’s temperature longer, mold to your body better than ice, and it can be frozen over and over. via Scott - Lifehacker Share This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=650783 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 14:08:51 +0100 650783