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 'fast'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:55:46 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5158998&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fcdc-outlines-injury-prevention-strategies-in-extreme-weather-conditions%2F2011.08.24 It may seem rather unusual to talk about injuries and weather in the same context, but extreme weather can pose significant risks for many kinds of injury.  Currently, many parts of the United States are experiencing a major heat wave, with record-setting heat and heat indices over the next few weeks.  As we have seen in the recent past, deaths are occurring from heat-related and possibly from participation in outside activities that increase the risk of heat-related illness. During the month of August, many athletes train for the fall sports season, sometimes participating in two practices a day over the course of a few weeks.  While training is necessary and important for athletes to build up their stamina and to improve their performance, health consequences can be deadly if (more&#8... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5158998 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:00:44 +0100 5158998 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5097190&cid=t_119697_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2FpVZoFXd9nlE%2F I recently finished reading a very interesting book called Improv Wisdom: Don’t Prepare, Just Show Up, by Patricia Ryan Madson. This book is an invitation to be natural, spontaneous and experience the gift of every moment. In fact, improvisation is the best strategy to use after finding your purpose in life. Almost all my life purpose coaching clients jump into goal setting and planning after they find their passion and purpose in life. They believe that this is the best logical step to follow. But they get surprised when they realize that I don’t recommend, and am totally against planning at this stage. Don’t Plan NOW When you find your passion and purpose, you experience one of the biggest transformational points in your life. You enter a new ground that you still don’t k... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5097190 Wed, 03 Aug 2011 06:25:24 +0100 5097190 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5077868&cid=t_119697_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2FbVs7OP1xH_I%2F In recent years, we have witnessed the beginnings of a revolution in education.  Technology has fundamentally altered the way we do many things in daily life, but it is just starting to make headway in changing the way we teach.  Just as television shows like Sesame Street enhanced the passive learning of information for kids by teaching in a fun format, electronic games offer to greatly enhance the way kids and adults are taught by actively engaging them in the process. The Entertainment Software Association estimates that sixty-seven percent of American households play video or computer games [1].  They are especially popular among young males, with a recent study of teenagers by researchers at Yale reporting that 76.3% of male (and 29.2% of female) teens play video games [2].  These... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5077868 Fri, 29 Jul 2011 20:36:31 +0100 5077868 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069530&cid=t_119697_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F07%2F27%2Flunch-wars-win-the-battle-for-our-childrens-health%2F Oh how happy I was to see the new book Lunch Wars: How to Start a School Food Revolution and Win the Battle for Our Children’s Heath by Amy Kalafa, producer of the award-winning documentary “Two Angry Moms.” I get on my soapbox all too often about this very issue, because I have one child who is so sensitive to food that teachers can tell if he ate a cookie at lunch, and the other possesses about as much will power as I have when it comes to saying no to cinnamon-flavored soft pretzels. Why, in the world, would they offer seven-year-olds the option to buy Klondike bars, cinnamon-flavored soft-pretzels, Doritos, and Gatorade? I think the answer has to do with budgets. But in the process we are raising fat kids whose academic progress is compromised by all the crap they shove in their ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069530 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:56:50 +0100 5069530 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5062244&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fsome-young-europeans-are-starting-to-eat-like-americans%2F2011.07.24 For years I have touted the health benefits of the “Mediterranean Diet” and encouraged patients to eat like the Europeans.   Fresh farm vegetables, olive oil, fish and red wine have been linked with longevity and good health.  I just read in NPR news that young Italians are forgoing the eating patterns of their elders and are imitating the “U.S. diet”.  The result is soaring obesity, just like in the United States. According the the article, young Italians ages 6-12 are sitting in front of the TV and are eating fast foods and soda.  In just three generations, the eating habits and activity of kids has changed from their healthy grandparents.  Italian health officials say obesity is reaching epidemic proportions. Part of the diet changes are a result of (more&#... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5062244 Sun, 24 Jul 2011 21:00:00 +0100 5062244 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862558&cid=t_119697_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.emergencyweb.net%2Flibrary%2Fmp3.php%3Ff%3Deits_ep040_toxicologypart1.mp3 The LITFL Review is your regular and reliable source for the highest highlights, sneakiest sneak peaks and loudest shout-outs from the webbed world of emergency medicine and critical care. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862558 Tue, 24 May 2011 11:42:18 +0100 4862558 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862762&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diet-blog.com%2F11%2Fjunk_food_taxes_and_calorie_postings.php It seems governments are willing to try all measures to lead the public into eating healthier, lower calorie foods in order to tackle the obesity epidemic. A junk food tax is being considered by many districts. The goal of this tax is to cause people to buy less junk food since it would cost more and as a result people will eat less high calorie, nutrient-depleted foods. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862762 Mon, 09 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4862762 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4742543&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diet-blog.com%2F11%2F7_fast_foods_to_swap_in_not_out.php Okay, if you're trying to lose weight and you're walking into a McDonald's, you're probably not too serious about your diet. But if you're jonesing for grease, what better way than a fast food! Let's call it your "cheat day." So, and without getting too nit-picky, here are seven fast food guilty pleasures you should eat and seven you should pretend aren't even on the menu. Its McDonald's versus McDonald's, Taco Bell verses Taco Bell, Arby's versus Arby's, etc, etc.7 Comments | Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4742543 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4742543 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4696689&cid=t_119697_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F04%2F09%2Fthe-longevity-project-an-interview-with-howard-s-friedman%2F We present many examples showing that this is how the long-lived participants lived. However if your coworkers are making you miserable, and you do not have the adequate resources to do your job properly, then it is time to look for a new job when possible. 3. Also interesting to me was the discussion of marriage. It’s not necessarily that a person is married, but the quality of relationships in his/her life. What are some characteristics of a healthy marriage that lead to longevity? Dr. Friedman: We are still looking in more detail at the characteristics of a healthy marriage. We know that divorced men fared poorly in terms of their future health and longevity. We know that the overall marital satisfaction of the man is more important to the future health of both the men and the wom... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4696689 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 11:26:07 +0100 4696689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4658471&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=27216&url=http%3A%2F%2Flifewithadhd.com%2Fadhd-research%2Fproven-herbs-and-tips-to-cure-adhdadd-fast.php There are alternative remedies that one can use that will help with symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and that can be the benefit of ADHD and herbs. Ginkgo biloba is probably the most popular herbal product recommended to enhance brain function.  Studies have shown that it does help with symptoms of ageing and memory loss and it has also been reported to enhance memory function in children, helping them to concentrate and focus better. Herbal remedies can also be used to detoxify your child’s system, improve their immune system and also improve circulation to their brain by increasing the supply of good nutrients and also the removal of toxic compounds.  These detoxifying herbs include psyllium husk powder (aids in elimination), garlic, milk thistle, parsley, red cl... Life With ADHD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4658471 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4658471 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4615277&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=36038&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Ftrevis-life-with-multiple-sclerosis-ms%2Flife-with-ms-means-living-with-multiple-sclerosis%2F When I wrote our first blog over five years ago, Rose posted it under the heading “Life With MS”. How very prescient of her. Whether we’ve written about drugs for MS, the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis, disease progression, or the joys of service animals this blog has really been about the living of “Life” as part of our lives with Multiple Sclerosis! The past couple of days were one of those postcard Pacific Northwest weekends. Bright blue skies were streaked by only the highest and wispiest of stratus clouds, and ornamental cherry trees shed their bud casings to show their furry pink selves. Sweet grass, covered with thick morning dew, wetted and stained my tattered old denim as I began the spring planting ritual. Gardening – vegetable gardening, as I’ve never really had mu... Life with MS blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4615277 Mon, 21 Mar 2011 19:38:07 +0100 4615277 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4592545&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FSr6n6p4w4FQ%2Fpoll_runner_trains_eating_nothing_but_mcdonalds.php In just 4 days Joe D'Amico (McRunner) will run the LA Marathon after spending 30 days eating nothing but McDonald's fast food while training. He's raising money for Ronald McDonald House charities with this publicity stunt, which is great, but is eating nothing but McDonald's while training for a marathon sending a good message about health and fitness?2 Comments | Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4592545 Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4592545 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4592547&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F3VaYggNz4W4%2Ftaco_bells_meat_is_real_commercials_say_so.php In January, a California woman filed a class-action lawsuit against Taco Bell for false advertising, claiming the restaurant's beef products actually contain very little real meat. The lawsuit says Taco Bell's ground beef is made with some beef and seasonings, but also ingredients like wheat oats, soy lecithin, modified yeast extract, sodium phosphate, and corn starch. So Taco Bell is firing back with new commercials, featuring real employees certifying the authenticity of Taco Bell's beef.6 Comments | Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4592547 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4592547 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4507435&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FfRU6ZzLJmz4%2Fuk_restaurants_to_include_calorie_info_on_menus_-_but_will_it_work.php Here in the UK, the government are encouraging restaurants to agree to include calorie counts on their menus. But how effective is it likely to be? The scheme is currently voluntary, but if companies do not co-operate, the government may pass legislation to enforce compliance. 3 Comments | Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4507435 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4507435 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4386359&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FGWXiYOUVlfU%2Fstarbucks_trenta_america_what_is_wrong_with_you.php Earlier last year we mentioned the trial of a super-size Starbucks drink - the Trenta. The Trenta is the next size up from Venti and measures up at 31 fluid ounces, or 916 mls. Starbucks have now announced the US-wide roll-out of the drink. Why? According to Starbucks: We listened to you. You told us on My Starbucks Idea and through your purchases that you love refreshing iced coffee and tea beverages but want them in a larger size. Venti is not large enough. Apparently we want it even bigger. 7 Comments | Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4386359 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4386359 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4382873&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FSPjpTWV-3dk%2Fmcdonalds_employee_fired_for_letting_adrian_peterson_pee.php I would have fired her for being a Vikings fan, plus letting some dude use the bathroom late at night. But despite her poor choice of football teams, an assistant manager at McDonald's was only fired for letting Minnesota Vikings "star," running back Adrian Peterson, use the restroom after hours. Here's the problem. It was 3 a.m. and only the drive-thru was open, the rest of the "restaurant" was closed. So by letting AP go pee-pee she broke the rules. Its clear cut to me.5 Comments | Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4382873 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4382873 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4377613&cid=t_119697_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F01%2F20%2Fwhy-ruminating-is-unhealthy-and-how-to-stop%2F Ruminating is like a record that’s stuck and keeps repeating the same lyrics. It’s replaying an argument with a friend in your mind. It’s retracing past mistakes. When people ruminate, they over-think or obsess about situations or life events, such as work or relationships. Research has shown that rumination is associated with a variety of negative consequences, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, binge-drinking and binge-eating. Why does rumination lead to such harmful results? For some people, drinking or binge-eating becomes a way to cope with life and drown out their ruminations, according to Susan Nolen-Hoeksema, Ph.D, a psychologist and professor at Yale University. Not surprisingly, ruminating conjures up more negative thoughts. It becomes a cycle. ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4377613 Thu, 20 Jan 2011 12:06:31 +0100 4377613 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4337942&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fknow-thy-calories-nutrition-labeling-guidelines-for-restaurants%2F2011.01.11 As part of the new healthcare legislation (Affordable Care Act), the FDA has now published its guidelines for restaurants to inform consumers of the calorie counts of food. It establishes requirements for nutrition labeling of standard menu items for chain restaurants and chain vending machine operators. This is important because Americans now consume an estimated one-third of their total calories from foods prepared outside the home. Consumers are generally unaware of the number of calories they consume from these foods, and being overweight or obese increases the risk of a number of diseases including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke, and cancer. Here’s what the guidelines say: – Restaurants with 20 or more locations must disclose the number of calories in each stand... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4337942 Tue, 11 Jan 2011 16:00:00 +0100 4337942 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4314004&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2F7-3-10-foods-to-avoid-in-2011%2F2011.01.05 A patient reading a copy of Prevention in the waiting room brought to my attention an interesting article entitled “7 Foods That Should Never Cross Your Plate.” I would have to agree that these seven commonly eaten foods should be avoided, so I’ll rehash them here, along with three more of my own choosing to flesh out a New Year’s 7 + 3 = Top 10 list. The lead into the article implores the reader to recognize that “clean eating means choosing fruits, vegetables, and meats that are raised, grown, and sold with minimal processing.” Michael Pollan, the regarded author of The Omnivores Dilemma and In Defense of Food, puts it even more simply: “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.” So here are the food items to avoid, in no particular order: 1) Canned Tomatoes – The resin t... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4314004 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:00:10 +0100 4314004 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4309725&cid=t_119697_117_f&fid=37824&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doctorkalitenko.com%2Fblog%2Frecession-vs-health%2F Several years back a local elected official in order to prove a point to government, set himself on a poor man’s diet. What he did was basically put his whole family on welfare for a month, to show how a poor family survives on little money. He took a $200 check and used it to buy a month’s supply of groceries. What do you think happened to him at the end of 30 days? What do you spend per month on food? I’ll tell you what would happen to the average family ( not this particular one ), if it has to eat cheap food: the whole family would end up unhealthy, feeling bloated and tired. They also would gain weight. It’s interesting that there is a nationally known term as “fat poor.” We used to assume that people who are poor would be skinny, because they couldn’t afford to eat, but... Doctor Kalitenko antiaging blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4309725 Tue, 04 Jan 2011 23:17:29 +0100 4309725 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4300554&cid=t_119697_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2F1ncvduigGFg%2F We recap another year of living in the fast lane as 2010 comes to a close and present LITFL's Greatest Hits of 2010. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4300554 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 00:00:40 +0100 4300554 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4272412&cid=t_119697_117_f&fid=38856&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.timemastermd.com%2F%3Fp%3D1664 Fat Burning Secret is in the sole of your shoes – fat busting is measured in how many steps run, not reps you pull!  New science says your best way to slim and sexy is running, not lifting weights! Monitoring Fat Loss in Runners A key finding in a German study on long distance runners show that the first tissue affected by running was fat tissue!  More importantly, visceral fat loss -the most dangerous fat  linked to cardiovascular disease goes away.  This is big news! Liposuction cannot reach inside your guts to get to the fat It has always been dogma, that when you put yourself in a negative calorie state through dieting or catabolic exercise, that your body burns protein (or muscle) first, not fat.  We have always used hormones to protect the fat which works well.  But, thi... Timemaster MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4272412 Mon, 20 Dec 2010 03:55:44 +0100 4272412 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4237896&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fdiagnosising-sepsis-in-under-an-hour%2F2010.12.07 Because current sepsis tests can take up to two days to provide a diagnosis, many patients fail to receive proper treatment until it is too late. However, researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Cell Therapy and Immunology hope to improve survival rates with the MinoLab, a new testing platform which they claim will be able to provide results in under an hour. The MinoLab uses magnetic nanoparticles to carry the analyte through multiple reaction chambers before providing a final diagnosis. More from the announcement: Dr. Dirk Kuhlmeier, a scientist at the Fraunhofer Institute for Cell Therapy and Immunology, explains how all that works: “After taking a sample of blood, magnetic nanoparticles bind themselves to the target cells in the blood sample through specific catcher molecules. We... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4237896 Tue, 07 Dec 2010 15:00:28 +0100 4237896 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4197141&cid=t_119697_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F11%2F23%2Fintroducing-the-dish-and-the-spoon%2F I’m pleased to introduce The Dish and the Spoon: Food and the Family with Dr. Dana Udall-Weiner. Her blog will focus on various topics related to parenting and food. How can parents keep up in the fast-food, instant gratification world? How can we eat a nutritional meal as a family? Dr. Dana Udall-Weiner is a licensed psychologist with a private practice in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Southern California. Dana specializes in treating clients with eating disorders and self-esteem issues, particularly adolescents and young adults. Please go over to The Dish and the Spoon: Food and the Family and give Dana a warm Psych Central welcome! (Source: World of Psychology) World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4197141 Tue, 23 Nov 2010 18:40:04 +0100 4197141 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4190328&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2Fp3ltt0L85uo%2Fwendys_introduces_gourmet_fries.php In an attempt to capture a new segment of the market, Wendy's has introduced a new take on fast-food: "natural-cut fries with sea salt." You can imagine the same wording on a fancy restaurant menu. The fries even sound healthy. But are they? Sadly, no. Wendy's new fries contain considerably more sodium and slightly more calories than the standard ones.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4190328 Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4190328 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4164601&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FiM9dZehCnMY%2Fpeople_who_handle_your_food_work_sick.php Have you ever actually found a fly in your soup? I haven't. I've seen it in cartoons, but in real life? No, never. Unless you're eating at an outdoor caf� in Calcutta, you're probably safe from rabid winged pests. But apparently food service workers are a bigger threat to your dinner than Musca domestica Linnaeus; a new study says many food restaurant employees go to work sick, and don't get sick days. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4164601 Sat, 13 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4164601 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4133718&cid=t_119697_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2Ft1MpNMhgMOg%2F A 61 year old male walks up to the triage desk complaining of a funny feeling in his chest. He has had similar milder episodes in the past and has been investigated by his GP with no firm diagnosis being reached. He’s moved to Resus as he’s a bit pale and sweaty. His ECG is [...] (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4133718 Thu, 04 Nov 2010 08:26:27 +0100 4133718 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3982014&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fdoctors-blaming-mcdonalds-for-heart-disease%2F2010.09.18 I’m trying to get off the topic of fatness, but just when it seems right to move on to something less hopeless, we hear that even doctors can be felled by obesity’s resilience. To the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, a group of well-meaning doctors who are buying expensive TV ads blaming McDonald’s for heart disease, I have just 5 words: McDonald’s is not the problem! Gosh. It’s maddening to think that such smart people could be that misguided — a whole committee of doctors completely devoid of any master-of-the-obvious is hard to fathom. Don’t misunderstand — I’m not advocating McDonald’s food as overly nutritional, but blaming MacD’s for our obesity epidemic is like blaming guns for violence (for the recor... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3982014 Sat, 18 Sep 2010 19:00:00 +0100 3982014 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3969098&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2Fze02ayRqSxE%2Fpoll_calorie_content_on_fast_food_receipts.php Fast food chains are facing ever increasing scrutiny when it comes to the Calorie and nutrient content of the food they entice us with. Recently governments have cracked down on restaurants requiring them to be more transparent regarding nutrition information. Burgerville, a fast food chain in the Pacific Northwest, has taken this one step further by actually printing nutrition information of the customer's receipt.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3969098 Mon, 13 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3969098 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3957989&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FI-vTkifi6tc%2Fanthonys_pizza_billboards_attack_dominos_ads.php I don't know this Anthony's Pizza and Pasta, but his new anti-Domino's Pizza billboards are flat out awesome - attack, attack! Take no prisoners baby. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3957989 Fri, 10 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3957989 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3965428&cid=t_119697_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2F1Bp9qmiX4Zc%2F Life in the Fast Lane is proud (if a little surprised) to celebrate it's second blogiversary this week! (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3965428 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 06:01:15 +0100 3965428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3933188&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F_N9ko-hyVZA%2Ffat_helps_mcdonalds_burgers_last_forever.php Never mind "shock and awe," we got McDonald's. Export McDonald's all over the world and everyone will be obese, sick, and dying of heart attacks in no time. Oh wait, we already do. People love McDonald's, next to Mickey Mouse and Sponge Bob, Ronald McDonald is our favorite friendly face. But McDonald's is a strange brew. Those beloved burgers don't decay, they last forever. And scientists say is the fat that keeps McDonald's hamburgers immortal. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3933188 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3933188 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3929474&cid=t_119697_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F09%2F03%2Fis-kfcs-double-down-calorie-count-accurate%2F The newest culinary celebrity to hit the red carpet is a cute little sandwich called the Double Down, courtesy of KFC. A fast-food chicken lover’s dream and a health foodie’s nightmare, (DIR actually called it “frightening”), the Double Down is cheese, sauce, and baconbetween two pieces of chicken, either fried or grilled. The Original Recipe (read: fried) Double Down has 540 calories, 10 grams of saturated fat, 1,380 mg of sodium, and one gram of fiber. The grilled Double Down (for the health conscious, of course) is 460 calories, nine grams of saturated fat, 1,430 mg of sodium, and zero grams of fiber. Not sure what those numbers mean? Well…  its over a half day’s worth of salt in a palm-sized sandwich (if we can call it that, considering the lack of a bun). A blogger has ... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3929474 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 04:14:48 +0100 3929474 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3915285&cid=t_119697_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2FJhu1W0Nq_XU%2F In a surprising move, the FDA late last week issued a Refuse to File letter to Roche’s Genentech unit for its T-DM1 biologic, which is being developed to treat women who have advanced breast cancer, test positive for the HER2 protein and hadn’t responded - or stopped responding - to other meds, including Roche’s Herceptin. The decision is a blow after the drugmaker trumpeted T-DM1 as an important salve - not only for women - but also as a way to extend its breast cancer franchise. The agency action came as a surprise, because the FDA explained not all treatment choices had been included in the single-arm, Phase II trial that was used as the basis for the Genentech application (see here). It was only last month that Genentech filed its application, noting T-DM1 shrank tumo... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3915285 Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:26:39 +0100 3915285 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3895997&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FG3wYX0_lECE%2Fpizza_burger_monstrosity_launching_in_new_york.php So, you've fallen off the wagon on your diet. You're craving a fast food fix. What's it gonna be - a burger, or a slice of pizza? Well, Burger King has bad news for you: the new Pizza Burger, which packs in 2,500 calories and 144g of fat...Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3895997 Sun, 22 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3895997 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3890533&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FXh4bi_n6iDk%2Fcaught_on_camera_lady_brawls_with_mcdonalds_employees_over_mcnuggets.php Look at that winner. Melodi Dushane, 24, of Ohio, was sentenced to 60 days in prison for punching two McDonald's employees, and smashing a drive-thru window at a Toledo restaurant earlier this year. Why? Did workers spit in her food, or point out that she needed to dye her roots? No, McDonald's has the gall not to serve Chicken McNuggets during breakfast time. Oh snap! It's on like Donkey Kong. And lucky for us, Dushane's McNugget meltdown was captured by the store's security camera. Hooray for technology! Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3890533 Sat, 21 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3890533 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3885559&cid=t_119697_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F08%2F19%2Fmaking-fast-food-trips-healthier-for-you%2F It’s true, most fast food is not good for you. Rarely do you see fruits, veggies, beans, and whole grains. But life throws us curve balls, and sometimes it’s pick up some fast food or battle a blood sugar nose dive. In this blog post, I’ll help you make the best of the fast food choices. You can make smart choices and I’ve picked some of the best options. As a general rule, to avoid excessive fat and calories, skip the fried foods and opt for grilled. Get your sauce on the side, go without “extra” cheese, and get the smallest size possible. The only advantage of “super sizing” is if you plan to share the meal with someone else. Don’t drink any calories. That means no sweet tea, soda, or other sweetened beverages. Go for water, low fat milk, a 4 oz ... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3885559 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 17:11:33 +0100 3885559 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3866957&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fa-multi-prong-attack-on-fatness%2F2010.08.14 If I was Surgeon General, I would follow the lead of our country’s first Mom, Michelle Obama. This is serious folks. We as an American society need to solve the obesity crisis, not just for our physical health, but for our country’s financial stability. Reducing the spiraling costs of healthcare is wanted by all. So far, prevention of the diseases which contribute most to our healthcare costs, (heart disease, cancer and orthopedic issues, to name just a few) has been given only lip service, by our future supplier of healthcare — the American government. It turns out that the mechanisms to reduce our most costly ailments are the same as those that mitigate obesity. It is like simple math. (If a=b, and b=c, than a=c.)  If lifestyle choices reduce obesity, and less obesity ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3866957 Sun, 15 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3866957 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3880925&cid=t_119697_109_f&fid=34761&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedblitz.com%2F%7E%2F17786911%2F1pboy1%2Fneuromarketing%7EHow-is-Fast-Food-Like-An-Attractive-Woman.htm The simple answer is that, much as viewing images of attractive women made men impatient, looking at logos of fast food restaurants caused an increase in impatient behavior. Researchers at the University of Toronto found that simply viewing fast food symbols caused measurable increases in “impatience,” including increasing reading speed and the subjects preferring a quick [...] CommentsIt would be very easy to test the assumption that Fast Food ... by Scott LovingoodI guess if you are selling fast food, it makes sense to deliver ... by Roger DooleyPlus 3 more... (Source: Neuromarketing) Neuromarketing blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3880925 Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:49:10 +0100 3880925 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3784400&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F9CBWVnLJHx4%2Fjunk_food_ban_called_for_by_uk_doctors.php As the UK government backs down on proposed junk food restrictions, leading doctors have urged ministers to take stronger measures. Doctors want to see: A "fat tax" on unhealthy foods Warnings on junk food packaging (akin to those on cigarrette packets) No more fast food outlets near schools Restrictions on advertising of high fat, salt and sugar products Limits on sponsoring of sport events and promotions by fast food chains Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3784400 Thu, 22 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3784400 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3772349&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FXcUh0DybSXM%2Fpoll_wendys_new_salads_healthy_deception.php Fast food companies are working hard to shape up their unhealthy image and appeal to dieters as well as the health conscience. I imagine when such a customer enters a fast food chain like Wendy's their eyes go directly to the salad menu thinking that here they will find healthy, low calorie options. However, what the health conscience customer will find here is somewhat deceptive.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3772349 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3772349 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3767192&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FrfkzJrlqR3M%2Fget_ready_for_the_footlong_cheeseburger.php Have you ever walked into a fast food joint and said, "Gee, I'd really like a quarter-pounder, or even a third-pounder, but they're just not filling enough. What to do, what to do." Fear not citizens! It's a bird. It's a plane. It's a heart attack waiting to happen? No! It's Carl's Jr.'s new "Footlong Cheeseburger!" And this glorious example of fast food decadence can be all yours for the rock bottom price of four American dollars. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3767192 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3767192 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3721740&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fjust-when-you-thought-bp-couldnt-get-worse-they-cover-oil-with-sand%2F BP really should stop lying, and realize that they can’t get away with their catastrophic and irresponsible environmental damages forever, but somehow we have a feeling that’s not going to happen anytime soon. The corporation’s latest mistakes include trying to cover up washed-up oil by dumping more sand on the beach. Check out a visual tour of their latest scumbag move: via Fast Company Post from: BlissTree Just When You Thought BP Couldn't Suck More, They Cover Oil With Sand (Source: Breastfeeding 1-2-3) Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3721740 Fri, 02 Jul 2010 20:06:37 +0100 3721740 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3706895&cid=t_119697_140_f&fid=35433&url=http%3A%2F%2F4thavenueblues.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F06%2Fspirits-lifted.html I heard the familiar honk of mom’s horn as I sat in the den a moment ago.  My spirits were immediately lifted.  I was so hungry for something other than mayonnaise sandwiches and the cokes would be a treat for later in the day when the anxiety subsided.  Maggie came tearing inside the house barking and whining furiously.  Mom said she could hear her out at the car from inside the house. “Why don’t you get out and see Maggie?” I asked mom after walking out to the car. “She would love to see you.” “Oh, I better stay in the car,” mom replied. “I don’t feel like walking that far.” I couldn’t help but smile.  Mom and I are strange creatures.  We have our routines and it sends us into a tailspin when they are deviated upon. Mom was content to... The 4th Avenue Blues blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3706895 Mon, 28 Jun 2010 20:11:00 +0100 3706895 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3706896&cid=t_119697_140_f&fid=35433&url=http%3A%2F%2F4thavenueblues.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F06%2Fmidday-report_28.html I went to bed early this morning at 7am and awoke at 1pm and couldn’t go back to sleep.  I was so, so disappointed.  I walked into the den and started up a Coast to Coast AM show from last year and then put some bread in the toaster for lunch. I so wanted to sleep the day away, but to no avail.  Once I am up, I am up.  Maybe I will take a long nap later. I do hope so.  I wish I was like Maggie and could sleep on a whim.   Maggie’s on the bed enjoying the cool air from the fan on the floor.  It is eighty degrees in here – just like I like it.  I was hoping to sleep through that tough period I experience from around lunch till 7pm.  Sometimes you just don’t win the prize or bring home the bacon. I can feel that anxiety creeping in des... The 4th Avenue Blues blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3706896 Mon, 28 Jun 2010 18:01:00 +0100 3706896 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3641155&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FioEpx9VOenQ%2Fgay-friendly_mcdonaldsmakes_headlines.php NY Daily News Gutsy move by McDonald's here - actually McDonald's France - we don't have the stones to put this on in the United States. French television is running a McDonald's ad showing a gay teenager seated in a restaurant talking to his boyfriend on his cell phone. The commercial, part of McDonald's France's "venez come vous etes," meaning "come as you are" campaign, has gone viral, already attracting nearly two million viewers on YouTube.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3641155 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3641155 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3621942&cid=t_119697_147_f&fid=39202&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnicolaziady.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F06%2F01%2Fyoutube-com-market-share%2F Fast Company ran an article about YouTube.com’s market share. There are the highlights I found :: YouTube has 40% of market share [/source] 12.8 billion videos – compare to Hulu’s 903 million Each YouTube user watches 93 videos per month – compare to 23 on Hulu (Source: Nicola Ziady) Nicola Ziady blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3621942 Wed, 02 Jun 2010 01:11:50 +0100 3621942 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3617987&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FETBSNyarO0E%2Ftwo_thousand_calories_in_a_single_drink.php Any savvy dieter knows that calories in liquid form can easily clock up. But, this is a shocking statistic: America's unhealthiest drink contains a whopping 2,010 calories. That's an average woman's entire daily intake. The drink in question, the Cold Stone PB&C (peanut butter and chocolate), has the dubious distinction of being crowned "Worst Beverage in America" in Men's Health "20 Worst Drinks in America 2010". Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3617987 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3617987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3590414&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FnAs1VGfGIzg%2Fkuwait_getting_fat_on_fast_food.php arestou Fast food is like the blob - quite literally. It spreads across the land, in this case the globe, devouring all that it touches. Think about it, the U.S. is awash with fast food, many people are enormous, and it seems every report about fast food popping up overseas says it's destroying traditional diet habits, and wrecking national health. And now, Kuwait joins the list of victims, which already includes Japan, China, and most of Europe. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3590414 Sat, 22 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3590414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3547027&cid=t_119697_167_f&fid=38576&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.drbriffa.com%2Fblog%2F2010%2F05%2F09%2Ffor-weight-loss-does-slow-and-steady-really-win-the-day%2F Where weight loss is concerned, the maxim has traditionally be ‘slow and steady wins the day’. I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve heard that rapid weight loss generally leads to rapid weight regain too. Like a lot of nutritional ‘truths’ though, a recent study suggest that this meme is wildly misleading. If [...] (Source: Dr John Biffa's Blog) Dr John Biffa's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3547027 Sun, 09 May 2010 15:48:42 +0100 3547027 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3564105&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FuLl9hGxVsJA%2Fhealth_insurance_companies_invest_in_fast_food.php Scrap TV Wow, it turns out those beloved health insurance companies - which provide the United States with the "greatest" healthcare in the world - aren't so noble after all. More like the mafia. In the tackiest of all tacky moves, many large U.S. life, disability, and health insurance companies own stock in fast food. Talk about double-dipping! Hey fast food, you make people fat and unhealthy, and we'll bankrupt or reject them when they get sick - keepin' it gangsta!Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3564105 Fri, 07 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3564105 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530003&cid=t_119697_140_f&fid=35433&url=http%3A%2F%2F4thavenueblues.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F05%2Fafternoon-report.html View Full Album An Incredible Surprise Mom pulled up in front of the house a moment ago with fast food Monday’s.  In a sack were three regular Cokes, three double cheeseburgers, and a regular order of fries.  These little treats or “little joys” as my friend Liz would call them mean so much to me.  It breaks up the monotony that can be my life some days.  “Look on the backseat,” mom said. She had been to Wal-Mart.  Sitting on the seat was a box that read Pioneer.  She had bought my Blu-Ray player. “The salesperson helped me with the cables to get and I got you two movies to watch,” mom told me. “I used my birthday money from your father I never spent months ago.” I thanked mom profusely.  It was like Christmas all over again.  I cou... The 4th Avenue Blues blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530003 Mon, 03 May 2010 22:03:00 +0100 3530003 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3526742&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fhealth-and-life-insurance-companies-invested-in-fast-food%2F2010.05.03 A new article published in the American Journal of Public Health shows that U.S., Canadian, and European insurance firms hold $1.88 billion of investments in fast food companies like Jack in the Box, McDonald’s, Burger King and Wendy’s/Arby’s Groups. Both health insurers and life insurers have substantial holdings in these companies. A person just needs to read “Fast Food Nation” or watch the documentary “Food, Inc.” to understand the negative impact of processed foods on the health of our country. The evidence is so compelling that the new health reform legislation is requiring fast food and chain restaurants to disclose calorie counts on their menus. Ironically, the new legislation will also add millions of customers to the health insurers. (mo... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3526742 Mon, 03 May 2010 14:00:00 +0100 3526742 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3526824&cid=t_119697_111_f&fid=39123&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fnursingcomments%2Ftdtc%2F%7E3%2FY2IUIXhIKu0%2F           Atrial fibrillation (AF) is an irregular heartbeat that may be very fast.  Your heart has 4 compartments called chambers.  The top 2 chambers are called the atria.  The bottom 2 chambers are called the ventricles.  In atrial fibrillation, the atria stop beating regularly.  Instead, they tremble (fibrillate) in a disorganized way.  This can cause an irregular, and sometimes very fast, heartbeat.  Atrial fibrillation is most common in people older than 60 years of age.  However, you can get AF at any age.  Sometimes, atrial fibrillation has no cause, but your risk goes up if you have any of the following conditions: heart disease caused by high cholesterol, a larger heart size caused by high blood pressure, damage to a heart valve, an overactive thyroid gland, lun... Nursing Comments blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3526824 Sun, 02 May 2010 20:31:39 +0100 3526824 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3519580&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FqxWg0gk4wtg%2Fcan_mcdonalds_lead_the_way_in_nutrition.php Is healthy eating at fast food restaurants a oxymoron? According to McDonald's very own registered dietitian, Cindy Goody, no it isn't. Cindy says McDonalds are now leading the way in nutrition in the fast food industry. The real deal on nutrition at McDonald's is that all food fits into a healthy, active lifestyle... it is the customer's responsibility to make choices from a varied menu. SourceContinue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3519580 Thu, 29 Apr 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3519580 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3511512&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Felizabeth-spiers-blisstrees-editorial-director-is-one-of-fast-companys-most-influential-women-in-tech%2F Blisstree’s awesome Editorial Director, Elizabeth Spiers, was named one of 2010’s Most Influential Women In Tech by Fast Company yesterday. Check out her profile, which lists her impressive roster of media projects, including her work with Blisstree and b5media (our parent company). Congrats, Elizabeth! Post from: BlissTree Elizabeth Spiers, Blisstree's Editorial Director, Is One of Fast Company's Most Influential Women In Tech! (Source: Breastfeeding 1-2-3) Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3511512 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 22:10:13 +0100 3511512 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3508154&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Ffast-companys-most-influential-women-in-technology-2010%2F Blisstree loves Women Who Rule, but in the tech industry they’re usually overshadowed by shining male stars with better job titles and pay. So today, when Fast Company released its list of the Most Influential Women in Tech in 2010, it felt like a breath of double-X fresh air. Here’s a quick roundup of Fast Company’s roster, which includes executives, entrepreneurs, media-whizzes, “brainiacs”, and more, and is a great reminder that technology isn’t just for Dads and geeks: Jen Bekman Founder, 20×200 Fernanda Viegas Co-founder, Flowing Media Darlene Liebman Co-founder and Vice President of Production, Howcast Studios Shireen Mitchell Founder, Digital Sisters Elizabeth Stark Co-founder, Open Video Alliance Susan Wu Co-founder and CEO, Ohai Alison... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3508154 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:41:58 +0100 3508154 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3479645&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=34969&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FUnboundedMedicine%2F%7E3%2F3F3mL2_MAbc%2F Kidney stones (nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis) affect approximately 12% of men and 5% of women during their lifetime. Nearly half of all first time stone formers will have another stone episode within the next four years. Stones can form when calcium, oxalate, uric acid or cystine are at high levels in the urine. Uric acid stones represents 5 – 10% of all kidney stones. But they comprise 40% in areas with hot/arid climates where low urine volume and acid urine pH promote uric acid precipitation. Prevalence:  In patients with gout without antihyperuricemic treatment is 20%. Hundreds-fold greater than healthy adults. Risk factors: It primarily occurs in patients without abnormality in uric acid metabolism such as: relatively high serum uric acid levels, comparatively low urinary pH,... Unbounded Medicine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3479645 Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:01:55 +0100 3479645 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3471962&cid=t_119697_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FL-bB6dd8JyE%2F In our fast food, TV-obsessed nation, childhood obesity is a huge problem. Poor diet and lack of exercise has led to an epidemic among children in which childhood obesity has increased by three times over the past 30 years. One in three children are overweight or obese, and the country spends $150 billion each year to treat conditions related to obesity. Let’s face it – our kids are fat! Overweight Kid Being overweight as a child can lead to the development of high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, orthopedic problems, depression, and a number of other diseases and ailments. Overweight adolescents have a 70% chance of becoming overweight or obese adults. Recently, First Lady Michelle Obama has been leading a nationwide campaign called “Let’s Move”... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3471962 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 12:34:39 +0100 3471962 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3463639&cid=t_119697_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F04%2F13%2Ffast-food-induces-haste-impatience%2F We often think of fast food as a simple, quick, time-saving meal while we’re on the go. Families especially embrace the ability to fill up for a quick lunch or dinner without all the fuss of cooking (especially if they are already out shopping or going to the movies). All of this makes fast food a multi-billion dollar industry. The lack of nutritional value in most fast food — such as that found at McDonald’s, Burger King, Taco Bell or KFC — has been well-documented in numerous studies and documentaries. It’s hard not to be overwhelmed by the sheer number of calories and sodium in a Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese (740 calories, 42 grams of fat, and 1380 mg of sodium) or a Whopper with Cheese (720 calories, 44 grams of fat, and 1240 mg of sodium). But few... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3463639 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 15:43:21 +0100 3463639 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3449024&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2Fx1A9vNxoKOY%2Fpoll_how_much_fast_food_do_you_eat.php The fast food giant, McDonald's just announced that they plan to almost double the number of restaurants in China by 2013. Currently they have 1100 locations, but that will increase to 2000 in the next 3 years. Despite all the effort made to educate people about healthy eating, it doesn't seem to be making any difference. In fact, fast food chains are thriving. Here's a great graphic that displays some amazing fast food facts.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3449024 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3449024 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3440930&cid=t_119697_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fsimplicity-system-offers-innovative-way-to-maximize-orthodontics-in-your-general-dentistry-practice%2F (March 29, 2010) Vista, CA – Beginning in 2009, Lancer Orthodontics has teamed with former IAO President, Dr. Thomas Hughes D.D.S., to form a new approach to orthodontics called The Simplicity System. This new strategy is geared to help those doctors who already have some experience in orthodontics but have been unable to make this area of their practice efficient, effective, and profitable. The Simplicity System focuses on teaching practitioners how to incorporate orthodontics into their practice in order to both increase patients and revenue. Eliminating on-shelf inventory, The Simplicity System consists of merely two wires for the entire treatment, a fixed lingual arch and indirect bonding trays. This kit allows doctors to treat approximately 90% of all orthodontic cases including cro... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3440930 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 14:03:15 +0100 3440930 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3411194&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F0mQvWxuQShI%2Fhealthcare_reform_menus_must_display_calorie_information.php Fast Food Nation Over the years, by hook by crook, the United States has been working to curb ever growing obesity rates and medical expenditures. Of note, bans on trans fat, and places like New York City requiring calorie counts on menus. So, included in the healthcare bill passed on Sunday, is a provision requiring chain restaurants nationwide to post calorie counts on all their menus.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3411194 Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3411194 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3453862&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=34969&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FUnboundedMedicine%2F%7E3%2FHRuDYYIqTto%2F Around 42 million couples worldwide rely on vasectomy as a method of family-planning. Every year 800,000 vasectomies are performed in the US. Recanalisation: 0.5% of all vasectomies (is defined as the presence of any spermatozoa after one or more previously azoospermic samples were properly collected and documented). Why are doctors sued following vasectomy? Failure to be sterile (unwanted pregnancy) Failure to inform regarding positive semen sample post-operatively Hematoma/infection Chronic testicular pain Atrophy or loss of testicular volume Vasectomy Failure Can be due to technical errors, recanalization, or unprotected intercourse before azoospermia is documented Intraluminal needle cautery (vas not transected, no segment removed): Less than 1% Cautery both ends and fascial interru... Unbounded Medicine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3453862 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 03:07:52 +0100 3453862 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3403838&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=34969&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FUnboundedMedicine%2F%7E3%2FHRuDYYIqTto%2F Around 42 million couples worldwide rely on vasectomy as a method of family-planning. Every year 800,000 vasectomies are performed in the US Recanalisation: 0.5% of all vasectomies (is defined as the presence of any spermatozoa after one or more previously azoospermic samples were properly collected and documented). Why are doctors sued following vasectomy? Failure to be sterile (unwanted pregnancy) Failure to inform regarding positive semen sample post-operatively Hematoma/infection Chronic testicular pain Atrophy or loss of testicular volume Vasectomy Failure Can be due to technical errors, recanalization, or unprotected intercourse before azoospermia is documented Intraluminal needle cautery (vas not transected, no segment removed): Less than 1% Cautery both ends and fascial interrup... Unbounded Medicine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3403838 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 03:07:52 +0100 3403838 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3399057&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FIukVCsw9thw%2Fhappy_meal_is_still_happy_one_year_on.php Photo: Joann Bruso Those little plastic toys that come in a Happy Meal are so wasteful. You're just going to throw it away, after all, and that plastic junk will sit in a landfill for-ev-er. But here's the thing: If you throw the Happy Meal away, it might just sit in the landfill forever too. A year ago, Joann Bruso began a little experiment. She bought a Happy Meal and set it on the shelf on her office, just to see what it would do. Get moldy? Start to smell? Draw in pests from near and far?Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3399057 Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3399057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3382788&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fyour-baby-is-just-a-number%2F No, this isn’t a trailer for Gattaca II, it’s a commercial for IBM. from fastcompany.com Post from: BlissTree (Source: Breastfeeding 1-2-3) Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3382788 Thu, 18 Mar 2010 21:15:47 +0100 3382788 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3327178&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F0sm8TnKXGT8%2Fmcdonalds_joins_forces_with_weight_watchers.php It's a scandal. McDonald's New Zealand are about to use the Weight Watchers logo on their menu boards and tray mats. According to the chief executive of McDonald's NZ it's a "noble cause". Three meals: Chicken McNuggets, Filet-O-Fish and a chicken wrap will be labeled with the Weight Watchers logo. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3327178 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3327178 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3254583&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FY0YFDXUEUJg%2Fmcitaly_burger_stirs_up_controversy.php McDonald's have unveiled their new "McItaly" burger, emphasizing it will "promote the taste of Italy". The burger is made from ingredients produced in Italy, and has been launched under the slogan, "McDonald's speaks Italian."Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3254583 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3254583 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3239707&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FgVE4_0VgQEQ%2Fpoll_taco_bell_drive-thru_diet.php Fast Food chains have been trying to lure in dieters with their healthy, low Calorie menu options and it seems to be working. Taco Bell is one of the latest chains to offer visitor's its Fresco menu consisting of 7 items , each with 9 grams of fat or less, but is this a good choice for consumers?Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3239707 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3239707 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3212313&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2FZmp_ynDh4o4%2F By Jason KuznickiFrom the Washington Post: Travel along a two-block stretch of Central Avenue in Prince George’s County, and you’ll find a staggering 11 fast-food restaurants. For community activist Arthur Turner and state Sen. David C. Harrington (D-Prince George’s), the strip is evidence of the proliferation of burger joints and Chinese takeouts in the county, especially in poorer, inner Capital Beltway communities. Pointing to studies that rank Prince George’s residents among the least healthy in Maryland, Turner and Harrington want to limit new fast-food restaurants in the county, a far stricter approach than what has been enacted in such places as New York City and Montgomery County, which banned the use of trans fats in those establishments… “Our c... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3212313 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:30:28 +0100 3212313 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3157587&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FNB1iQvow8Ng%2Fcalories_on_menus_really_do_help_people_eat_less.php Fur Face Boy New York City made it a law in 2008; all chain restaurants are required to display calorie content on their menus, period. But, will showing people that a Big Mac has a billion calories really make a difference? They already know it's garbage! And they still eat it. Turns out, it does! A new study found menus that include calorie information actually do inspire people to make better food choices. Go figure. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3157587 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3157587 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3111723&cid=t_119697_180_f&fid=38619&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FALifeCoachsBlog%2F%7E3%2FAAOuPN9MwLw%2F About 10 years ago I was in a sales meeting with a customer who happened to be a psychologist. I can’t remember how we got onto the topic, but I was telling him about my sisters severe phobia of snakes that she’d had most of her life. When I say severe phobia, I mean really, really severe. I kid you not, she couldn’t even use the word without flinching and going white. She wouldn’t go near any book that may contain a picture of a snake and vacations to hot countries where snakes tended to hang out was out of the question. The guy laughed when I told him and said he could cure her in about 30 minutes. Short of poking here in the eyes with a pointy stick and blinding her so she couldn’t see the damn things I couldn’t see how. After all she’d had this fear for 30 years since... Life Coach Blog: The Discomfort Zone : blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3111723 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 22:49:52 +0100 3111723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3096969&cid=t_119697_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdr-gary-radz-on-6-month-smiles%2F We have started working with 6 Month Smiles’ short-term orthodontics. We have in the last two months started six cases, and we’re very excited about the results. Patients are excited, too. Even though the system uses conventional orthodontic wires and brackets, because they are tooth colored, adults patients accept it because they aren’t obvious and offer treatment time that’s less than a year. I took the 6 Month Smiles course by Dr. Ryan Swain from NY. The two-day course was perfect for my assistants and me, and it was right here in Denver. Between the flash drive information that I came home with and the course itself, I had everything necessary to get started. One thing that helped us get up and running fast is that we had Invisalign certification, so we were updated on recent o... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3096969 Thu, 17 Dec 2009 14:24:06 +0100 3096969 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3083122&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FdoxcP6Sh888%2Fburger_kings_7_patty_windows_7_whopper.php Electronista And they call us fat in America. Well, we are, but that's beside the point! No, your eyes don't deceive you--that's a 7 meat patty Burger King Whopper. So, why does it exist? To help promote a new computer operating system, duh! In October, Microsoft launched Windows 7, and to promote its release in Japan, they came up with that 7 meat patty, a 2,120 calorie artery bomb. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3083122 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3083122 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3056724&cid=t_119697_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2F35oTWadCgGk%2F Press Release SLIM-FAST READY-TO-DRINK MEAL REPLACEMENT SHAKE PRODUCTS MAY CONTAIN BACILLUS CEREUS BACTERIA OTTAWA, December 3, 2009 – Unilever Canada Inc. has informed the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) that they are recalling certain Slim-Fast ready-to-drink products distributed in Canada. Unilever Canada Inc. is warning the public not to consume Slim-Fast ready-to drink meal replacement shake products described below because these products may be contaminated with Bacillus cereus. All lot codes and Best-By dates of the following Slim-Fast RTD (ready-to-drink) products are affected by this alert: Product Size UPC Format Slim-Fast Strawberry RTD Shake (4 x 6 x 325 mL) 6 x 325 mL 325 mL 0 68400 20042 0 0 68400 20043 7 Case of six cans Single serve can Slim-Fast Chocol... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3056724 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 12:23:42 +0100 3056724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3063380&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FgIPQgeW1XuI%2Fmcdonalds_robber_caught_with_a_paper_cup.php Rotten Tomatoes Between CSI, Law & Order, and The Wire, you'd think people would know better. If you have to commit a crime be, uh, smart about it. In Carey, North Carolina, some dumb-dumb wanted a job--err, wanted to rob--the local McDonald's, at least the gun in his pants said so. And he would have gotten away with it too, if it hadn't been for that meddling complimentary cup of water, he ordered. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3063380 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3063380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2883174&cid=t_119697_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FqV83Fkh_UOA%2Ffast-food-hangover.php Ick.  I don't know how people do it, but David and I ate McDonald's twice yesterday.  Well, I ate McDonald's twice, and David ate at Wendy's and McDonald's.  Usually we never do this.  In fact, this is the first time ever that I've eaten at a fast food restaurant twice in one day.  But we did and now are paying the price for it. Why did we eat fast food twice yesterday?  Well, we were doing a bit of driving and it was convenient.  Right as we left, David mentioned that he was hungry so we stopped at Wendy's and he got a cheeseburger off the 99 cent menu.  An hour or so later, it was roughly lunchtime and I was hungry, so we stopped at McDonald's and I got chicken McNuggets.  I ate almost all of them, and a handful or so of french fries.  Wh... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2883174 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2883174 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2858667&cid=t_119697_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F10%2F03%2Fbabyman%25e2%2580%25a6-is-this-your-guy%2F Once upon a time there was a damsel in distress crying for help at the top of a tower. Down below was a fierce and fiery dragon. Away on a not-too-distant hill was a knight in shining armor on a white horse. As the damsel cried to the knight saying, “Please save me!” the knight looked at the dragon and then at the damsel. Then again he looked at the dragon and at the damsel. Abruptly the knight started to suck his thumb and cried out loud saying, “Mommy, Mommy, I’m scared!” The damsel could not believe her eyes. She quickly assessed her options and came to the conclusion that the knight was not going to save her. Immediately, like a bolt of lightning, she jumped out of the window dropping down below and almost breaking her legs. She then ran to the knight and pulled his sword out... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2858667 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 04:47:15 +0100 2858667 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2842741&cid=t_119697_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2F1saQ3Z64Shs%2F5-lower-carb-ideas-for-a-diabetes-friendly-break-fast.php Yom Kippur is the Jewish holiday of atonement.  Each year on Yom Kippur, we go to temple and repent for our sins by fasting for the day.  The fast begins at sundown and ends at sundown the following day.   Because I have diabetes, I don't fast.  I know people who do- and more power to them.  But for me, it's too risky to go all day without food.  Now that I'm breastfeeding our daughter, I certainly won't be skipping today's meals.  David is fasting today, and I know how hard it can be.The break fast meal after Yom Kippur is traditionally a carb-heavy meal made up of the traditional spread of bagels, lox, noodle kugle, blintzes, and various salads and sweets.  It's a meal that I usually don't eat much of, either.  Bagels send my blood sugar ... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2842741 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:48:24 +0100 2842741 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2793150&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=38368&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDisruptiveWomenInHealthCare%2F%7E3%2FJIq6B9GXv5w%2F As I check Facebook before going to Program Planning for Health Behavior Change class, I can’t help but look at this pre-class behavior of mine in terms of some of the concepts I am learning in the classroom. We can keep in touch with all of our friends quickly and efficiently with the click of a button and thanks to the Internet, but on the whole we aren’t quite as compulsive about getting the recommended nutrition, exercise or health services upon which our livelihoods depend. Much blame has been put on individuals for not exercising, eating properly, or managing their chronic conditions, thus burdening the healthcare delivery system. Some ask, if we have tons of healthcare literature out there and people know what is the ‘right’ thing to do—eat 3-5 fruits and vegetables a day,... Disruptive Women in Health Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2793150 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:56:51 +0100 2793150 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2699579&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=34969&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FUnboundedMedicine%2F%7E3%2FAV_QOdF5J2g%2F Fear from cancer One not uncommon indication for prophylactic mastectomy is carcinophobia (a.k.a. cancerophobia). Cancerophobia or carcinophobia is an active behavior of extreme fear of cancer that can lead to repeated medical examination without giving full reassurance to the patient. Denial is a mechanism of defense that usually helps the patient to cope with painful, threatening, overwhelming, or awkward thoughts. When it turns out to be ineffective and pathological, it can cause either delay or avoidance in seeking treatment for symptoms relevant for a true malignancy and will lead inexorably to death if not cured. Most people worry about cancer, but those with cancerophobia are unable to perform their activities of daily living. For example, cancerophobics believe that a simple headac... Unbounded Medicine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2699579 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:42:01 +0100 2699579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2688826&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FQ9FGfqS_XJM%2F5_of_the_worst_sandwiches_in_america.php Some time ago, Gerry brought us the hamburgers and hotdogs of the apocalypse. Turns out there are also sandwiches of the apocalypse. Here are 5 sandwiches that would put Jared back in those enormous pants faster than you can say "extra mayo". Thankfully, the good people of Men's Health also included some alternatives. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2688826 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2688826 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2681885&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=34969&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FUnboundedMedicine%2F%7E3%2FEb0Klv-z5NA%2F The Best U.S. Hospitals for 2009 Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles Cleveland Clinic Massachusetts General, Boston New York-Presbyterian University Hospital of Columbia and Cornell University of California-San Francisco Medical Center Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University, St. Louis Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston &  Duke University Medical Center, Durham, N.C. University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle UPMC-University of Pittsburgh Medical Center University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers, Ann Arbor Stanford Hospital and Clinics, Stanford, Calif. Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tenn. New York Universit... Unbounded Medicine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2681885 Sat, 08 Aug 2009 06:20:08 +0100 2681885 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2671008&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F_kmJhg-IMe0%2Ficed_coffee_more_calorific_than_your_meal.php Flickr: basheertome Next time you're out and about, think twice before grabbing that big cooling frappuchino to go - it may have more calories than your dinner. The World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) found that most iced coffees contain at least 200 calories - with several over 400 calories. The worst? A venti (large) Dark Berry Mocha Frappuchino from Starbucks: 561 calories. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2671008 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2671008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2649147&cid=t_119697_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Finnovative-vibration-therapy-to-accelerate-orthodontic-results%2F Is this for real?! Sounds too good to be true, but that’s technology for ya! OrthoAccel Technologies, Inc., out of Huston, Tx, has created a vibration device to promote faster natural bone remodeling for patients who wear braces or Invisalign. The gentle vibration actually accelerates the cellular signals to the bone. Similar technology has been used to advance healing in long bones. Patients say that the vibration kind of tickles! Scientists hope to reduce the standard two-year treatment time for orthodontic braces with this new and innovative technology. (See the video here.) In 2007, OrthoAccel was recognized by BioHouston. After more awards and success, Texas Governor, Rick Perry, announced in 2008 that the company had been granted investment of $750K from the Texas Emerging Tech... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2649147 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:22:03 +0100 2649147 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2588472&cid=t_119697_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F07%2F10%2Fhealthy-eats-starbucks-new-salads-and-smoothies%2F Last week, I posted about the healthy foods makeover Starbucks gave itself called “real food, simply delicious” (all natural ingredients, whole foods, and as few ingredients as possible). Since then I had the chocolate banana Vivanno smoothie with the espresso shot as a quick lunch. It was delicious. At only 300 calories it wasn’t enough of a lunch for me, but it held me over during my meetings until I was able to get a “second lunch” which was a 200 calorie snack of feta cheese, tomato, and basil salad with whole grain crackers. A good nutrition tip: if you are busy and don’t really feel hungry but know you need to eat something, go for a light lunch of a few hundred calories then eat a “second lunch” a few hours later when you do feel hungr... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2588472 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 12:04:21 +0100 2588472 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2588379&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FiA3mlosbT90%2Fwould_you_eat_fast_food_from_a_feedbag.php The Onion Listen, before you go out and buy one, it's fake. But, let's face it, you can totally see something like this becoming a reality. According to The Onion, "Yum! Brands" unveiled the product innovation that may change the way Americans stuff fast food into their gaping maws. Watch the video. It's amazing to see how easily people bearded with fast food feed bags blend into day-to-day life.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2588379 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2588379 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2556393&cid=t_119697_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F06%2F30%2Fstarbucks%2F Think your ideas don’t matter to a big company like Starbucks? Think again… This week Starbucks is launching a whole line of new foods all inspired by customer ideas submitted at My Starbucks Idea. The bottom line. Starbucks customers want good nutrition – as evidenced by the fact their number one selling food is their oatmeal. Starbucks has taken their healthy approach to food to a whole new level! Starbucks asked me to help spread the word about these changes. After talking with them about what they were up to and why, how could I not participate? (Starbucks paid me for my time to speak with their lead dietitian, Katie Thompson and research so I could write this blog post, but they had zero input into the content.) Here’s the skinny on the changes: No more high f... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2556393 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:02:44 +0100 2556393 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2441453&cid=t_119697_97_f&fid=35606&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.theangriestpharmacist.com%2F2009%2F05%2F20%2Fwalgreens-has-power%2F I knew this was coming, but I wasn’t sure of much else. Walgreens has begun outsourcing prescription filling to off-site pharmacies for orders to be picked up the next day. The program is called POWER (per an email I received from a WAG slave named Alex). He says: …they are on the verge of implementing a new centralized script filling program called POWER. The corporate propaganda makes this program sound like this is going to be the greatest innovation to the practice of pharmacy since snap-cap-vials. But the rumors that are filtering from the front line staff in Florida make it sound like the whole thing is a giant clusterf., and pharmacists and patients are bailing from Walgreens in droves…I’ve tried to call pharmacists directly, but you can’t get through t... The Angriest Pharmacist blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2441453 Wed, 20 May 2009 23:30:15 +0100 2441453 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2365303&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FUewNEUj3lKc%2Fchina_needs_help_with_childhood_obesity.php Flickr: SubrimeNo doubt. The United States is good at a lot of things. Hey, we're undefeated in the "World" Series dating all the way back to 1903. Not too shabby! But, given our soaring rates of obesity, diabetes and heart disease, I hardly think we're a good role model for overcoming childhood obesity. Are we? Our life-partner China seems to thinks so. Chinese health officials have asked the U.S. for help in addressing China's increasing number of overweight children.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2365303 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2365303 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2348975&cid=t_119697_117_f&fid=38158&url=http%3A%2F%2Famericanacupuncture.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F04%2Fstop-smoking-and-add-14-years-to-your.html As a medical physician for over 50 years, I strive to give you the best medical information on controversial medical subjects and let you, the reader, come to your own conclusions. I have no ties to any organization, pharmaceutical, or lobby group. As an practicing medical acupuncturist since 1982, I find western medicine and medical acupuncture are very complimentary that results in astounding healing in pain management, addictions to cigarettes and food, and a host of other maladies. Let me know how we are doing. Your constructive comments are always appreciated. Click the RSS post button on the upper right hand corner if you would like to receive by email our future medical blogs.Visit http;//www.americanacupuncture.com/ for more detailed information on healing.SMOKERS:  ADD ANOTHER 14... Dr. Needles Medical Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2348975 Mon, 13 Apr 2009 14:51:00 +0100 2348975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2318499&cid=t_119697_117_f&fid=38158&url=http%3A%2F%2Famericanacupuncture.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F04%2Fdangers-of-medical-privacy-erosion.html CONCLUSIONS Privacy is not a one size fits all situations; data is accumulated and put in marketing buckets.   Sometimes you really are concerned about who gets your personal information and what happens to it.  Many times you don’t have the right to control a government entity, your employer, your insurance company, or your doctor from getting personal information. You, however, have some bargaining positions as you gain the tools and knowledge to protect yourself.  You must demand the same kind of information from the government that government demands from businesses and from you.  Disclosure rules are tightened all the time on labor practices, financial results and everything a business does.  Can’t we also get that same information about our government?  As an investor... Dr. Needles Medical Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2318499 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 14:41:00 +0100 2318499 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2240991&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=34935&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmedicine.com.my%2Fwp%2F%3Fp%3D6310 VIDEO: Proximity to Fast Food Influences Stroke Risk, Offspring of Alzheimer’s Patients Show Memory Loss Risk, Drinking Tea May Protect Against Stroke strWebsiteID = window.document.location.toString();strSplitWeb = strWebsiteID.split("/")strWebsiteID = strSplitWeb[2];document.write(”“); from the Malaysian Medical Resources VIDEO: Proximity to Fast Food Influences Stroke Risk, Offspring of Alzheimer’s Patients Show Memory Loss Risk, Drinking Tea May Protect Against Stroke (Source: Malaysian Medical Resources) Malaysian Medical Resources blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2240991 Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2240991 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2228456&cid=t_119697_88_f&fid=38203&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprecordialthump.medbrains.net%2F2009%2F03%2F02%2Fthe-end-of-aequanimitas%2F That’s right, you read correctly. The blog AEQUANIMITAS has come to an end. Overcome with shock and surprise you gasp: “What is this - blogicide?… But what about all the ‘Problems in Toxicology’ you promised?… The thousands of other Osler quotations you still have to somehow contrive to fit into blog posts?…  The various historical interludes and philosophical musings you still have hidden up your sleeves?… The clinical anecdotes and lessons learned that you, at least, seem to find amusing, interesting, or noteworthy?…” ‘The Death of Socrates’ - suicide by hemlock - a somewhat greater loss to humanity… Not to worry - that was just the bad news. “And the good news?” you ask. I’m joining (We... AEQUANIMITAS blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2228456 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 06:23:02 +0100 2228456 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2210512&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FK8sU94pRcC4%2Fpoll_prefer_sugar_or_corn_syrup_in_your_soda.php Pepsi Bottling Ventures are set to release two new drinks: Pepsi Throwback and Mountain Dew Throwback. These drinks will come with something unusual: They are sweetened with real sugar - the stuff that comes from sugar cane. Virtually all other soft drink formulas are sweetened with High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS).Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2210512 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2210512 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2188147&cid=t_119697_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FJQYY_tPSKh4%2F We are all trying to find healthier ways to eat, to gain a healthy heart and body, I think that you will find the article interesting. You can fit fast foods into a healthy diet; the trick is to plan ahead. The article is by Melissa Stevens, MS, RD, LD, Nutrition Program Coordinator, Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitative Services, of Cleveland Clinic. With the fast pace of life that we all are living today it is almost impossible not to have fast food from time to time. Everyone will agree that fast foods are not healthy, but when you eliminate the fries, soft drinks and some of the dressings you can actually make a more healthy choice. You may want to pack a sack lunch and use your crock pot to prepare a ready to eat meal at home for you and your family. Planning ahead and taking you... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2188147 Sat, 14 Feb 2009 03:00:00 +0100 2188147 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2170626&cid=t_119697_88_f&fid=38203&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprecordialthump.medbrains.net%2F2009%2F02%2F09%2Faussie-medical-blog-awards%2F Well, I’ve extracted myself from beneath the Sri Lankan rock I’ve been hiding under for the last month. Now I’m in freezing Lancashire following a mad-cap rush to the Northern Hemisphere. I found out the old man picked up a mystery illness in Angola and was (eventually - but that’s another story…) admitted under the loving care of the NHS. He’s on the mend now - there’s nothing a “she’ll be right” attitude can’t overcome - and because it’s too cold to go anywhere, I’ve found myself back in front of a computer. Firstly, I’d like to send my regards to all those back in Australia affected by the terrible bushfires - a truly shocking Saturday. Kia Kaha to all my Australian friends. Secondly, to my surprise I&#8... AEQUANIMITAS blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2170626 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 10:48:22 +0100 2170626 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2121695&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F518571999%2Funited_kingdom_to_post_calories_on_menus_too.php Flickr: Aaron WebbAmerica's fat. So many of us shovel calories down our throats like it's going out of style! But the rest of the world isn't much better. As of 2005, the World Health Organization (WHO) projects 1.6 billion adults, ages 15 and up, were overweight and 400 million adults were obese, worldwide. And the latest rage to help curb obesity is printing calories on the menus of fast food restaurants. And now, Great Britain is getting in on the act.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2121695 Wed, 21 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2121695 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2095852&cid=t_119697_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F01%2F11%2Fcalorie-counting-at-the-fast-food-counter%2F Pages: 1 2 Next »     Single Page Massachusetts is likely to join California, New York City and Seattle in requiring some sort of calorie count next to food items in restaurant chains in the state. Jeff Jacoby writes in today’s Boston Globe about how this amounts to an ineffective attempt by Big Government to further nanny our everyday lives. I see it differently, based upon the research. Let’s start with the basics. More information generally helps people make better informed decisions in their lives. It helps to know, for instance, how much gas a car uses, so the government forces car manufacturers to post MPG results for each of their cars (despite the expensive testing procedure needed to produce this number). The government also compiles fatality a... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2095852 Sun, 11 Jan 2009 17:54:06 +0100 2095852 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2084025&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F504212307%2Fthe_5_worst_fast_food_value_meals.php A dollar meal might sound like a bargain, but is it worth the price for your health? Dietitians from The Cancer Project have taken a look at the high health cost of "value meals" at fast food restaurants, and have listed the five worst options. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2084025 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2084025 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2077344&cid=t_119697_88_f&fid=38203&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprecordialthump.medbrains.net%2F2008%2F12%2F31%2Fmeander-over-to-moneduloides%2F Its time for another Grand Round of Medical Blogs. This week the host is the magnificent Moneduloides and the theme is an inspired one (in my unbiased opinion):  “At the interface of Evolution and Medicine“. You’ll discover a link there to “Nothing in medicine makes sense except…” and see that I have been accused of being overzealous. Who? Me? About evolution? Surely not! For me, the “must read” of the week would have to be “Ode to Vocal Cords” from Notes of an Anaesthesioboist, who incidentally, must be one of the front-runners for medGadgets’ Best Literary Medical Weblog 2008, which, thanks to the author of Life In The Fast Lane, this blog has also been nominated for (!). Happy New Year! [There is a video that cannot be d... AEQUANIMITAS blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2077344 Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:54:28 +0100 2077344 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2033090&cid=t_119697_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=1990895&cid=t_119697_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2FD6lKH0gnDiw%2F McDonalds. Burger King. They’re the competition. Not against Guardians of Healthy (and Happy) Meals. They’re competition for staff—for workers—for disabled adults who need support in their living, work, and other arrangements. And, if you cook burgers and fill drinks at a fast-food restaurant, you don’t need the sort of training—which can be extensive—that can be called for in assisting some disabled adults. Emily Homer of VOCA of Maryland D.C. made this point at last week’s IACC meeting and it sobered the atmosphere in the room up. She noted that, if Americans won’t take these kinds of jobs for those wages, it’s likely that people will turn to immigrants to fill the positions—-and I thought about how at least half of the bu... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1990895 Tue, 25 Nov 2008 22:07:06 +0100 1990895 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1984870&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F464280883%2Fwould_banning_fast_food_ads_make_kids_thinner.php Burger KingThe Burger King, Ronald McDonald and the Taco Bell dog. Their commercials make us laugh, tell a friend, search for them on YouTube, but most importantly, buy what they're selling. But a new study shows fast food advertising has played a big role in the tripling of childhood obesity, between 1970 and 1999, and a ban on fast food commercials might reverse the trend.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1984870 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1984870 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1980680&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=34935&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmedicine.com.my%2Fwp%2F%3Fp%3D5381 a Smoking During Pregnancy Leads to Vascular Damage in Children, Asthma Often Misdiagnosed, Researchers Consider Fast-Food Ad Ban (Source: Malaysian Medical Resources) Malaysian Medical Resources blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1980680 Sat, 22 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1980680 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1962532&cid=t_119697_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F11%2F14%2Fcorn-isotopes-in-fast-food%2F This study highlights the overwhelming importance of corn agriculture within virtually every aspect of fast food manufacturing. The presence of corn in so much of the food has some pretty striking implications. The Implications Science Blogger Ed Yong offers these insights in his blog post from November 11, Corn is everywhere in American fast food: …the fact that so much of said food can be traced back to corn has environmental implications. Corn feed is relatively cheap and provides farmers with a way of maximising the calories that their animals are eating for minimum cost. But corn agriculture in the US is encouraged by heavy government subsidies, but has been criticised for being environmentally unsustainable. It encourages heavy use of both fertiliser (as revealed by t... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1962532 Fri, 14 Nov 2008 19:16:55 +0100 1962532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1939843&cid=t_119697_117_f&fid=36026&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.healthtalk.com%2Fzimney%2Flean-times-good-or-bad-for-health%2F With the economy slowing (or crashing depending on your point of view), and food prices rising, you may be forced to make some tough choices when it comes to what to eat, where to eat it and how to pay for it. Can you still afford to buy nutritious fresh food, which is notoriously more expensive, or will you turn to more calorie-dense, less nutritious packaged foods? Will you “dine” at fast food restaurants more often, eating their high-fat, high-sugar but low-price offerings? Recent articles in the Los Angeles Times and on MSNBC.com address this issue. You might think that leaner times would lead to leaner waistlines as people cut back on spending. But it appears that the opposite is true. Adam Drewnowski, a professor of epidemiology at the University of Washington in Seattle ... Dr. Z's Medical Report blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1939843 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 19:59:58 +0100 1939843 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852560&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F410096393%2Fdo_mcdonalds_burgers_decompose.php McDonald's seems to be the villain in the never ending battle of good food versus evil food. There is so much information floating around out there about the famous golden arches, that it's hard to know what is true and what is just hype. Let's face it, we all know by now that McDonald's' food is for the most part unhealthy and should be avoided, but still they don't deserve to be misrepresented by faulty claims or studies. One claim came to my attention today from Best of Mother Earth blog that really made question it's scientific validity. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852560 Fri, 03 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1852560 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1834603&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F403609128%2Fcalories_on_menus_is_it_good_for_new_york.php Flickr: bijoubabyIt wasn't easy, but eventually New York City's calories-on-menus law came to pass. At first, five restaurants--Dunkin' Donuts, McDonald's, Popeye's, Sbarro and TGI Friday's--were cited for FAILURE to compile, but they've since gotten their act together. So, many months later, how are actual New Yorkers taking to the new menus?Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1834603 Fri, 26 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1834603 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1773215&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F386543407%2Fthe_quad_stacker_australia_gets_hungry.php ninemsn It's got four beef patties, four slices of cheese, two rashers of bacon, barbecue sauce and two sugared buns. It contains 71g of fat, 34.7g of saturated fat, 1930 milligrams of sodium, and 74.8g of protein. Welcome Australia, to the world of gastronomic gluttony. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1773215 Mon, 08 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1773215 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1752072&cid=t_119697_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F09%2F02%2Fmega-calorie-vs-reasonable-calorie-hamburgers%2F ABC News recently took a look at restaurant websites and menus in New York City and talked to spokes people for various restaurants and fast food chains to determine which fast food burgers one can eat if you are on a diet, and which ones will force you to the gym. They only looked at the calories for each of the hamburgers which for some may be half of a normal person’s daily calories. They did not look at the fat content for the hamburgers (which presumably is quite high also). Lower Calorie Hamburgers Wendy’s Jr. Hamburger - 230 In n’ Out Burger - Protein Style (Bun replaced with Lettuce) - 240 McDonald’s Hamburger - 250 Jack in the Box, Hamburger deluxe - 350 Chili’s Burger Patty only (w/o bun or toppings) - 360 Medium Range Calorie Hamburgers Fatburger, ... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1752072 Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:52:26 +0100 1752072 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1747764&cid=t_119697_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F08%2F30%2Fmore-on-fasting-during-ramadan%2F An article that came out in today’s Salt Lake Tribune looks at some young athletes who have observed Ramadan even during football season by not eating or drinking from sunrise to sunset. In the article one young player discusses some of the challenges he experienced when not eating and not drinking water during the day and still practicing football. I had mentioned Ramadan as an example in the Introduction to Nutrition Lecture this week that people’s religious beliefs can impact their eating habits, or in this case their lack of eating habits. My biggest concern here is the not drinking. Not drinking water during especially hot athletic practices, could potentially lead to dehydration. You can read more about preventing dehydration in children (or adults) in the two articles th... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1747764 Sun, 31 Aug 2008 07:08:00 +0100 1747764 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1700653&cid=t_119697_127_f&fid=34828&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrclouthier.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F08%2Fin-case-you-didnt-have-enough-reasons.html In case an abundance of grease, trans-fats, and refined carbohydrates hasn't kept you away from fast food maybe this will. Check out the video on this page of the the "Burger King Bather". Maybe this will keep you away from the next Whopper sandwich. (Source: Dr. Steve Clouthier) Dr. Steve Clouthier blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1700653 Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:06:00 +0100 1700653 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1689011&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F359279078%2Fdont_like_your_subway_call_911.php There are plenty of reasons to call the police: home invasion, armed robbery, kidnapping, heck, even locking your keys in the car is a great excuse to call the cops, but calling them because a fast-food restaurant messed up your order is NOT one of them! And yet, it still happens. Reginald Peterson, a 42-year old construction worker and former felon, dialed 911 TWICE because a neighborhood Subway forgot to add sauce to his spicy Italian sandwich. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1689011 Fri, 08 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1689011 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1682999&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F357237415%2Fkentucky_fried_miracle.php To most people 2,400 boxed-lunches of Kentucky Fried Chicken is one BIG coronary waiting to happen, but for Egyptian evangelicals it's a bona fide "loaves and fishes" miracle. It all happened when members of the Egyptian Evangelical Association finished passing out 3,500 preordered and accounted for boxed-lunches from KFC at a ministry meeting in Cairo, Egypt. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1682999 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1682999 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1679380&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F355757964%2Fvote_will_you_try_dunkin_donuts_new_menu.php Dunkin' Donuts recently announced a new menu containing "better-for you" food and drink. They've called it DDSMART. Food must meet the following criteria: 25% fewer calories; 25% less sugar, fat, saturated fat or sodium than comparable fare, and/or contain ingredients that are nutritionally beneficial. Is that enough to make you want to eat there? Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1679380 Mon, 04 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1679380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1642659&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F342102276%2Fthe_7_hamburgers_of_the_apocalypse.php Hamburgers, next to apple pie and statins they're the ambassadors of American cuisine--for better or for worse--and these harbingers of heart disease might be the baddest of all. Here are 7 over the top hamburgers that are guaranteed to clog your arteries by just looking that them:Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1642659 Mon, 21 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1642659 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1631150&cid=t_119697_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F337586718%2F I’m not talking about the ongoing threat to one’s waistline from eating crispy post-drenching-in hot-oil -puds, though that’s certainly a major problem. I’m talking about the ubiquity of those artery-clogging strips in many a restaurant (especially if it’s a “family” restaurant), packaged in huge bags filling a goodly portion of the freezer case and, of course, signaled by those golden arches. After putting Charlie on the gluten-free casein-free diet 9 years ago in June of 1999, French fries have been the one readily available kid-friendly treat. With bread, pizza, most sweets, and much more “forbidden,” fries became a steady part of our lives, as did visits to McDonald’s. Sure, it’s not healthy; but what parent doesn’... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1631150 Thu, 17 Jul 2008 01:07:45 +0100 1631150 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1631054&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F337493913%2Fsubway_flavored_with_a_7-inch_knife.php Source: NYPost John Agnesini bit into a foot-long Subway and discovered a little extra: a 7 inch serrated knife. It appeared to be baked into the bread. "It's shocking. You see this metal knife. I mean, it's one thing seeing a hair or something," Agnesini said. "If I didn't look at it, could you imagine what would happen? I could've slashed the side of my mouth." (NY Post)Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1631054 Wed, 16 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1631054 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1577436&cid=t_119697_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F326875441%2F There is already a link/thought process that there is a mental decline directly following the consumption of a high fat meal among type 2 diabetics. “Our bottom line is that consuming unhealthy meals for those with diabetes can temporarily further worsen already underlying memory problems associated with the disease,”said lead author Michael Herman Chui, who conducted the research as a University of Toronto pathobiology undergraduate in the Kunin-Lunenfeld Applied Research Unit (KLARU) at Baycrest. Besides the very obvious solution of not eating poor nutrition or foods you know you should not have- there is the suggestion that taking certain vitamins or anti-oxidants will help keep these mental problems at bay. to read more…  Tags: Diabetes, diet, fast-food, nutrition, ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1577436 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 19:51:27 +0100 1577436 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1560794&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F07%2F01%2Fhealthy-fast-food-kids-meals-are-they-really-worth-it%2F Image details: Fast food meal. served by picapp.com Slow to hop on the bandwagon of apples vs. french fries, Burger King will soon be unleashing a massive ad campaign directed at parents. Their goal? To entice you into their eating establishment by way of offering “healthier” fast food choices for your rugrats. In theory, this sounds nice. In actuality, it’s a joke. Why? Because their “healthy” kids meal consists of Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, apple fries, and milk. For $3.49. $3.49?!? Are you kidding me? I could buy 6 boxes of mac-n-cheese for that! I could buy a whole bag of apples for that! I could buy a gallon of milk for that! While I guess sometimes you can’t put a price on convenience, my thoughts are, if you’re heading to a fast food jo... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1560794 Wed, 02 Jul 2008 02:14:39 +0100 1560794 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1531249&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F315309940%2Fmcdonalds_return_of_the_tomato.php Let me start off by saying this. You'll never catch me within 50 feet of a McDonalds. Seriously, I get queasy just driving by fast food joints, but for those of you hooked on the Ronald. Good news! Arguably the one healthy thing on the menu is back. Tomatoes have returned.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1531249 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1531249 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1494392&cid=t_119697_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F304677763%2F The average mother of a child under 15 spends more on fast food per year than on books, music, movies, and video games combined, the June 2nd New York Times reports. Ok, ok, we’re in this demographic (keeping in mind that Charlie plays and wants zero video games). Tags: asd, asperger, autism, autism blog, disabilities blog, Family, fast food, mcdonalds, Money, movies family blog, Music, Parenting, pdd-nos, Toys, video gamesShare This (Source: Autism Vox) Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1494392 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 17:05:18 +0100 1494392 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1489343&cid=t_119697_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2F303811123%2F Press release: Here  -- "Lumos Labs, developer of Lumosity.com, the leading web-based provider of scientifically-tested brain training games, today announced that it has raised $3 million of equity financing from Pequot Ventures, Norwest Venture Partners (NVP), and existing investors including Michael Dearing. The investor group brings expertise that will catalyze the ongoing development of Lumosity.com and support Lumos Labs’ mission to improve lives by enhancing brain fitness. -- “Lumos Labs is at the center of a booming interest in cognitive exercise and the emerging science about the remarkable plasticity of the brain, said Amish Jani of Pequot Ventures. Lumosity.com has seen tremendous demand from users and partners alike by leveraging the power of the web to deliver a uniqu... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1489343 Tue, 03 Jun 2008 20:39:25 +0100 1489343 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1488213&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F303395269%2Fthe_most_sugary_beverage_is.php A Baskin-Robbins Heath Shake. It contains 266 grams of sugar. If you doubt me you can check the source here. A quick glance might make you think it said "Health shake" - but no: This toffee/coffee mix begins with Heath ice cream blended with coffee, Heath Bar candy pieces and caramel, topped with whipped cream and even more Heath Bar candy pieces.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1488213 Mon, 02 Jun 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1488213 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1446072&cid=t_119697_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F291533126%2Factivate_drinks_the_only_way_to_drink_your_vitamins.php Functional beverages are this year's buzz product. Almost every week a new kind of enhanced water or drink is hitting the shelves. One of these drinks is Activate - which, despite looking like any other flashy new drink - has a completely different mechanism for combining vitamins with liquid. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1446072 Fri, 16 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1446072 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1432416&cid=t_119697_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F05%2F08%2Fbrace-yourselfa-peek-at-the-20-worst-foods-in-america%2F While researching post ideas today, I got caught in the killer vortex that is the World Wide Web. Link after link, interesting article after interesting article. And here I wanted to hit the hay early. *Sigh* Anyway, though my travels were fun, my final resting spot for the evening was a real eye-opener. Because sadly, dear readers, I happened upon the Men’s Health list of 20 Worst Foods in America. The worst part? Some of my favorites (and I’ll bet, yours) were on there. Categories were set up for entries like worst fast food chicken, worst drink, worst kids meal, worst steak, dessert, Chinese food, pasta, nachos and more. And of course, the creme de la creme, the absolute all-around worst food in America (which I am happy to report I have never consumed. Phew. Just reading ab... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1432416 Fri, 09 May 2008 02:31:31 +0100 1432416 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1405402&cid=t_119697_133_f&fid=35129&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwhitterer-autism.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F04%2Fchicken-little.html After careful consideration I decide that their behaviour has been exceptional and that a treat is in order. I research our options before I collect them from school. What new culinary experience might best fit the bill? Where is noisy enough? Aha! I have another brilliant idea. Now would be the perfect time to try Kentucky Fried Chicken. Two of them eat chicken and I am fairly confident that chips will be available.I make time to explain the plan. I ensure that I have everyone’s attention prior. I plant the word ‘fries’ in the second statement to pre-empt a meltdown. I emphasis the reward nature of the experience, as a certain amount of doubt is immediately apparent. My daughter is delighted. The boys check her out to see whether or not they should be delighted too. I remind them o... Whitterer on Autism blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1405402 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:29:00 +0100 1405402 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1386102&cid=t_119697_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F274191846%2F I suppose we can call this baby steps. Though it is really a great big deal for all those living in NYC, we still have a long way to go to get all other areas on the band wagon. Either way, we know that eating out at restaurants and fast food establishments attributes to obesity and type 2 diabetes, so providing nutritional content seems like a logical step in fighting diabetes. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) applauds today’s federal court ruling upholding a New York City regulation that requires chain restaurants to provide the calorie content of foods on their menus and menu boards. This ruling came in response to a challenge to the regulation filed by the New York State Restaurant Association. The ADA appeared as an amicus curiae along with other public interest organizat... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1386102 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 18:09:18 +0100 1386102 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1369147&cid=t_119697_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F269450425%2F I am posing this question today and I want you to be honest. I am curious and you can be assured there is no judging or negative feelings towards anyone. Also, if you want the honest low down, I just wanted to refer you once again to Hope at weightingline.com. She is blogging her way to weight loss and you might find it helpful, she has pulled back the curtain and being 100% out there, which is great!!! How many times a week do you eat 'fast food'? Zero, zilch, none One or two Three or four I eat 'fast food' almost daily View Results Tags: Diabetes, diet, fast-food, nutritio, weight loss, weightingline.comShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1369147 Sun, 13 Apr 2008 13:47:39 +0100 1369147 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1368872&cid=t_119697_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F269104987%2F Scene: Charlie and I are sitting in the black car waiting for Jim who has run into a 7-11 for sodas. We have just had our usual Friday night dinner at Charlie’s favorite hamburger stand. Charlie: Red slide! Me: Where’s that? Charlie: Red slide. Me: Inside or outside? Charlie: Inside. Me (getting an inkling of where this might be going): Is that in a restaurant? Charlie: Burger place. Me: I think you just had a burger for dinner. Charlie: Burger and fries, burger slide. Jim came back and as we drove past Burger King on the right, McDonald’s on the left, Charlie pointed and said “this way” and laughed. His teacher and speech therapist have been telling me that he’s been speaking a lot at school, and slow, and clear—yes, indeed. Tags: 7-11, asd, asper... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1368872 Sat, 12 Apr 2008 20:06:05 +0100 1368872