Saturday 31 December 2011

Healthday News-Mainstreaming-Vegan Diets-Health News-Veganism

Veganism: Another 2012 trend. What do you think of this meat- and dairy-free die...

Veganism: Another 2012 trend. What do you think of this meat- and dairy-free diet plan? The Mainstreaming of Vegan Diets - Health News - Health.comnews.health.comBy Dennis ThompsonHealthDay ReporterTUESDAY, Dec. 27 (Healthday News) — Vegan diets are considered by some to be extreme, a strict way of eating that exists on the radical fringes of vegetarianism.But today, a growing number of people are giving vegan diets a second look, and nutritionists now belie... read more..

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Friday 30 December 2011

Medical Treatment-Cause Weight Gain-Placebo Effect-Topical Creams-Sugar Pills

Placebos are often called sugar pills, but they're not always pills, and they do...

Placebos are often called sugar pills, but they're not always pills, and they don't only show up in drug trials. Just about any medical treatment—topical creams, inhalants, injections—can produce a placebo effect. Read more: http://ow.ly/88XMN Have you ever taken a placebo and thought it actually cured your ailment?Placebo Effect: Fake Pill, Real Powerow.lyUnderstanding how the placebo effect works can help you tap into the healing power of your mind to conquer aches and pains read more..


4 things you need to know about the number on the scale http://bit.ly/vrMwh1

4 things you need to know about the number on the scale http://bit.ly/vrMwh1Help! Why Does My Workout Cause Weight Gain? - Shape Magazinewww.shape.comWork out, eat right, and still gain weight? Don't panic! Here are 4 things you need to know about what really causes weight gain. read more..

Thursday 29 December 2011

Positive Thinking-Positive Attitude-Immune System-Health Risk


Wall PhotosPOSITIVE THINKING AND YOUR HEALTH: “You can’t get much done in life if you only work on the days when you feel good." While everyone seems to know that negative feelings can eventually damage your health, there’s a new theory that a positive attitude can help you sustain good health and maybe even make you feel a whole lot better. Can it chase away illness? It sure can. If a person has the ability to control good health, even a little bit, it’s worth looking into. In other words, If you don’t have anything to lose by maintaining a positive attitude, and all the good health to gain, then why not maintain that optimistic spirit? At the very least, you’ll be happy, contented, and able to handle anything life throws at you. According to a 15-year study by Dutch doctors, involving 545 men between the ages of 64 and 84, optimism and just an overall great positive attitude reduced the health risk by half! That even beats the “laughter is the best medicine” cliché. So, why is it that people with a negative attitude or a feeling of hopelessness seem to sicken, while people with a more positive attitude can recover more easily? Doctors have done studies on the human immune system trying to figure out exactly that. Unfortunately, the immune system cells of people who are hopeless and sad are unable to fight off diseases. When these people are given hope and are able to think in a more positive manner, they develop stronger immune systems. A healthy immune system stands a better chance of fighting off diseases and allowing the person to regain good health. Part of the reason for this is that positive thinking and emotions give a person more energy and stamina; and that helps the immune system. It makes perfect sense that if you can improve the mind, making it more hopeful and positive, it would then affect the entire bodily system, helping to cure what ails you. Unfortunately for us all, hope isn’t something your doctor can prescribe for you; you have to find it on your own. So, before you give in to that constant pity party, consider your health. And never trivialize the power of positive thinking. Prevention would seem to be the ideal way to go. Work on that attitude adjustment now, before you become ill. A change of attitude will help your immune system work at peak efficiency, effectively preventing most illnesses. Let that positive thinking and emotion energize you and make you happier right now. Then learn to maintain that positive flow. The life you save could be your own. Not only will positive attitude help you stay healthier, but it can even delay the aging process. In fact people who view life more positively show fewer signs of frailty than those who have a pessimistic outlook in life. Thus it won't be an exaggeration to say that “A strong positive mental attitude will create more miracles than any wonder drug.” read more..

Wednesday 28 December 2011

Growth Hormone Production Increases-Pomodoro Sauce Recipe-Physical Performance-Italian Cooking

Learn about the secrets of healthy Italian cooking (and eating!) from the master...

Learn about the secrets of healthy Italian cooking (and eating!) from the master: Joe Bastianich, who is partners with Mario Batali in Eataly and 21 other restaurants. http://on.self.com/tC18sj Plus be sure to try his Pomodoro Sauce Recipe! Five on 5 with Joe Bastianich: Lucy's Blogwww.self.comSELF Magazine: fashion, beauty, health, sex advice, news read more..

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Get sleep, grow muscles! During deep sleep, growth hormone production increases,...

Get sleep, grow muscles! During deep sleep, growth hormone production increases, which helps to repair & build muscles after training.6 Misconceptions about Sleep and Exercise | Fitbiefitbie.msn.comDoes working out at night keep you awake? Can lack of sleep affect physical performance? Find out the truth behind these and other assertions read more..

Tuesday 27 December 2011

Fruits And Veggies-Cocktail Dresses-Happy Winter-Dark Days

Happy winter, everyone! (Even though it's nearly 60 degrees in NYC!) The good...

Happy winter, everyone! (Even though it's nearly 60 degrees in NYC!) The good news: The days will start getting longer from here on out. For now, the cold, dark days may have you thinking about comfort food, but along with snow, slush and ice, winter brings a bevy of delicious and healthy fresh fruits and veggies to the market. http://on.self.com/rvJI0CIt's the First Day of Winter! 5 In-Season Winter Fruits and Veggieswww.self.comSELF Magazine: fashion, beauty, health, sex advice, news read more..

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New Year's Eve isn't far away! Do you have a dress picked out yet? Here are so c...

New Year's Eve isn't far away! Do you have a dress picked out yet? Here are so cute options: http://ow.ly/890zGBest Cocktail Dresses to Flatter Your Figurow.lyThese flattering cocktail dresses will look fabulous—no matter how many hors d'ouevres you put away read more..

Monday 26 December 2011

Contestant-Sweetheart-Mistletoe-Tlc

We were so sad to hear about the suicide of Wesley Durden, a contestant in TLC's...

We were so sad to hear about the suicide of Wesley Durden, a contestant in TLC's Next Great Baker. It's so important to pay attention to the signs of suicide and know how to approach someone who may be inclined to try it. Please watch and share this video. How to Ask Someone if He or She Is Suicidalwww.health.comKenneth Robbins, MD, talks about why it's crucial to learn if someone is suicidal, and if so, if he or she has a plan. read more..

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There's still time to head to the mistletoe and kiss your sweetheart! Saliva con...

There's still time to head to the mistletoe and kiss your sweetheart! Saliva contains the sex hormone testosterone, which triggers libido...make it a merry night: http://ow.ly/88ZSQMakeout Session 101ow.lyHow to plant the perfect kiss and make every kiss feel like your first kiss read more..

Low Calorie Recipes-Christmas Brunch-Delicious Brunch-Healthy Recipes-Holiday Parties

Do This: Mind Your Waistline, Not Your Manners

As you make the rounds of Holiday Parties, remind yourself to eat only the foods you like best. Don't feel obligated to sample every dish at the potluck or buffet. Pick a few favorites -- even a sweet, in moderation -- and fill the rest of your plate with vegetables. read more..


Need some ideas for Christmas brunch? How about Steamed Eggs, Cinnamon-Wheat Pan...

Need some ideas for Christmas Brunch? How about Steamed Eggs, Cinnamon-Wheat Pancakes or Pumpkin-Gingerbread Waffles? Get these recipes and more here http://bit.ly/tcpdDH 7 Low Calorie Recipes for Sunday Brunch - Shape Magazinebit.lyUse these Healthy Recipes to host a delicious brunch. All are under 300 calories! read more..

Deficit battle won't cause fight between old and young

Deficit battle won't cause fight between old and young

(Reuters) - Now that the Super Committee has ground to a halt, the threatened "sword of Damocles" is poised to slash $1.2 trillion in federal spending. As we move to this next phase of the budget wars, deficit hawks will rev up one of their most phony arguments -- namely, that protecting entitlement programs rewards the old at the expense of the young. The debt ceiling deal last summer calls for automatic cuts to start in 2013, absent a Super Committee deal, with the reductions split evenly between defense and domestic spending programs -- but Social Security and Medicare are mostly exempt. ... read more..

Sunday 25 December 2011

Friends And Family-Holiday Food Rules

Okay, here's your last chance to prepare yourself for the holidays feasts! Enjoy...

Okay, here's your last chance to prepare yourself for the holidays feasts! Enjoy yourself and your friends and family without abandoning your diet by sticking to some holiday food rules. http://ow.ly/86Vc5Party Smarter: 9 Stay-Trim Tricks for Holiday Food Feastsow.lyThe holidays are all about best intentions: finish shopping early, mail those cards on time, and survive the annual fat-filled feeding frenzy. read more..

We Couldn't Resist-Christmas Cocktail-Delicious Holiday-Holiday Parties-Plymouth Gin

Do This: Mind Your Waistline, Not Your Manners

As you make the rounds of Holiday Parties, remind yourself to eat only the foods you like best. Don't feel obligated to sample every dish at the potluck or buffet. Pick a few favorites -- even a sweet, in moderation -- and fill the rest of your plate with vegetables. read more..


We couldn't resist sharing this delicious holiday cocktail. It's only 86 calorie...

We couldn't resist sharing this delicious holiday cocktail. It's only 86 calories! http://bit.ly/tx2phU The Snowflake Cocktail Recipebit.lyThis Christmas cocktail is best served with fresh egg whites—and with Plymouth gin and a little lemon juice, it sure is good! read more..

Christmas Markets-Mulled Wine

Travel Picks: Top 10 Christmas markets
Travel Picks: Top 10 Christmas markets
Tourists enjoy ice skating near Strasbourg Cathedral

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The mingled aromas of mulled wine and gingerbread, thousands of starry lights and stalls heaving with crafts and gifts. There's nothing like a Christmas market to put you in the holiday spirit. That's why online travel adviser Cheapflights (cheapflights.com) has come up with this top 10 list of Christmas markets. Reuters has not endorsed this list: 1. Strasbourg, France Strasbourg's Christmas market takes pride of place in front of the sublime, towering Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg. It's the largest and oldest Christmas market in France. ... read more..

Famous Musicians-Healthday News-Amy Winehouse-Jimi Hendrix-Jim Morrison

Amy Winehouse, Jimi Hendrix, Kurt Cobain, Jim Morrison, Janis Joplin and other r...

Amy Winehouse, Jimi Hendrix, Kurt Cobain, Jim Morrison, Janis Joplin and other Rock Stars all died at exactly the same age? Coincidence? ’27 Club’ Debunked: Musicians Aren’t Prone to Die at That Age - Health News - Health.comnews.health.comWEDNESDAY, Dec. 21 (HealthDay News) — Famous musicians are no more likely to die at age 27 than at any other age, a new study indicates.The fact that a number of rock stars — including Amy Winehouse, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Brian Jones and Kurt Cobain — died when they were 27 makes... read more..

Shape Magazine-Pudding Recipe-Shopping

Tell us! What are you up to today... cooking, entertaining, shopping, eating? We...

Tell us! What are you up to today... cooking, entertaining, shopping, eating? We'll be posting SHAPE's most popular holiday content all day long to help you have your happiest holidays ever! First up, start your day out with this delicious holiday Blackberry Breakfast Pudding. http://bit.ly/sjbcvk Blackberry Breakfast Pudding Recipe - Shape Magazine bit.lySticky dates and a dash of cocoa lend this fruity mousse a boost of sweetness. Blackberries are the standout food in this pudding; the tart, juicy berries contain antioxidants that give you youthful, radiant skin. With 200 calories per serving, it's a tasty, guilt-free way to start your day! read more..

Normal Cholesterol Levels-Holiday Parties-Heart Attacks-Ldl Particles

Do This: Mind Your Waistline, Not Your Manners

As you make the rounds of Holiday Parties, remind yourself to eat only the foods you like best. Don't feel obligated to sample every dish at the potluck or buffet. Pick a few favorites -- even a sweet, in moderation -- and fill the rest of your plate with vegetables. read more..


Roughly half the people who have heart attacks have perfectly normal cholesterol...

Roughly half the people who have Heart Attacks have perfectly Normal Cholesterol Levels. Here's why:Cholesterol Numbers: The Truth About LDL - Prevention.comhttp://ow.ly/85Ur6The size of LDL particles is just as important as your overall Cholesterol Levels in preventing heart attacks and cardiovascular disease. read more..

Telecommunications Engineer-Central Croatia-Country Estate-Grabovnica

Croat's Christmas now comes with a million lights



Croat's Christmas now comes with a million lights
Colourful lights are seen at a country house estate in the village of Grabovnica near Cazma

GRABOVNICA, Croatia (Reuters) - Zlatko Salaj has come a long way from the bleak Christmases of his youth. The 67-year old former telecommunications engineer has turned his country estate in Grabovnica, central Croatia, into a festival of light and color that attracts thousands of visitors every year. Starting in 2002 with 70,000 light bulbs hung on each of the hundreds of small trees and shrubs on his 7-hectare (17 acres) estate, Salaj has this year lit 1.2 million lights, many in the shape of Santa Claus, his sleigh and reindeer. "My childhood was really... we were poor. ... read more..

Saturday 24 December 2011

Health And Fitness-Favorite Health

In the spirit of giving, please vote here for your favorite health magazine (we...

In the spirit of giving, please vote here for your Favorite Health magazine (we hope it's us)What's Your Favorite Health Magazine of 2011?www.fitsugar.comWe love that you come to FitSugar for all your Health And Fitness needs, but even we can't deny the allure of print magazines. There's just something to be said about flicking through the glossy pages while curled up on the couch or sweating it out on read more..

High Cholesterol-Health Reasons-Snooze Button-Cuddling

Speaking of cholesterol...have you tried these tips?

Speaking of Cholesterol...have you tried these tips?10 Ways to Lower Cholesterolwww.health.comHow to reduce cholesterol: More than 100 million Americans have High Cholesterol, which can clog arteries and cause heart attacks and strokes. The good news is that there are a variety of strategies you can use to lower your cholesterol and decrease your risk for heart problems. read more..


Are you on vacation next week for the holidays? Be sure to make some time for cu...

Are you on vacation next week for the holidays? Be sure to make some time for Cuddling! It's good for you. http://bit.ly/ryyncQ5 Health Reasons to Make Time for Cuddling - Shape Magazinewww.shape.comNeed a reason to hit the Snooze Button? Cuddling can improve your health! Here, we reveal 5 reasons to get close to your main squeeze. read more..

Friday 23 December 2011

Holiday Parties-Playlist

Do This: Mind Your Waistline, Not Your Manners

As you make the rounds of Holiday Parties, remind yourself to eat only the foods you like best. Don't feel obligated to sample every dish at the potluck or buffet. Pick a few favorites -- even a sweet, in moderation -- and fill the rest of your plate with vegetables. read more..


December is coming to an end. Don't miss out on your chance to download this fre...

December is coming to an end. Don't miss out on your chance to download this free workout Playlist! Our gift to you! http://bit.ly/rHlc4MFree Exercise Mix! Rev Up Your December Workouts with this Playlist - Shape Magazinewww.shape.comAmp up your workout this holiday season with this free playlist that includes Katy Perry, Jessie J and more. read more..

Maryland Health Care System-Holiday Season

The VA Maryland Health Care System Offers Tips for Discovering at Holiday Time that Aging Parents Need Help

What happens after arriving at Grandma’s and Grandpa’s for the holidays and you find them not acting like themselves? Their usually pristine homes appear shabby and neglected. Bills are unpaid and unopened. They have bruises from having fallen. For the first time in months and maybe since the previous Holiday Season, many Americans will be visiting aging parents. Beginning at Thanksgiving, the holidays often prompt a spike in anxious phone calls from baby boomers who find that their parents have changed and may need help. But what does one do? Dr. ... read more..

High Cholesterol-Recipe Makeover-Hot Chocolate-Gingerbread-Statins

Recipe Makeover of the Day: Gingerbread Hot Chocolate

Recipe Makeover of the Day: Gingerbread Hot ChocolateRecipe Makeover: Gingerbread Hot Chocolate - Eating - Health.comeating.health.comBy Caitlyn ElfAs the temperature drops and snowflakes begin to fall, there’s just no better way to warm up than with a piping hot mug of cocoa!The only problem is that the calories, fat, and sugar can add up quickly if you’re not careful! read more..


So many people are on the fence about taking statins for high cholesterol. If yo...

So many people are on the fence about taking Statins for High Cholesterol. If you're one of them, we've boiled down the myths and facts for you here. Please share with anyone who needs this free info...http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20555593,00.htmlwww.health.com read more..

Chocolate Cookie-Melted Chocolate-Holiday Cookie

What kind of chocolate cookie has less fat? One made with cocoa power or melted...

What kind of Chocolate Cookie has less fat? One made with cocoa power or Melted Chocolate? Get the answer here http://bit.ly/rIE1A2Which Holiday Cookie is Better for Weight Loss? - Shape Magazinewww.shape.comDon't beat yourself up over a cookie or two. Indulgence is fun for a reason, and a day or two of binging won't have you looking like Mrs. Claus. "If there's something or a day where you really want to indulge, you might be willing to do a little extra activity to make up for it," says Sandra Carpent... read more..

Social Security And Medicare-Patty Duke-Signal-Acne

Are you suffering from out-of-nowhere acne? It could be a signal that you're too...

Are you suffering from out-of-nowhere Acne? It could be a Signal that you're too stressed! See more silent signs that you're overwhelmed:Silent Signals You're Stressed - Prevention.comhttp://bit.ly/vSKtxdYou may be more stressed out than you think. Here are 10 signs your body is feeling too much stress and anxiety, and how to safely reduce stress and relax. read more..


Patty Duke Signs Up for Social Security

Actress Patty Duke signed up for Social Security And Medicare benefits on December 14, her 65th birthday. In a new online video, Duke, clad in red plaid pajamas, and her husband, Mike Pearce, sit at home with their laptop as they navigate the sign up process online. read more..

Thursday 22 December 2011

Is weight-loss at the top of your 2012 to-do list? Don't let these diet planning...

Is weight-loss at the top of your 2012 to-do list? Don't let these diet planning...

Is weight-loss at the top of your 2012 to-do list? Don't let these diet planning pitfalls keep you from slimming down!Common Mistakes People Make When Starting a Weight Loss Plan | Fitbiefitbie.msn.comWeight loss is tough, especially if you set yourself up for failure by adopting a rigid approach, obsessing over the scale, and skipping meals. Here, how to fix your mistakes and slim down successfully read more..

Nutrition Expert Cynthia Sass-Access Hollywood-Holiday Parties-Fight Stress-Foods

Do This: Mind Your Waistline, Not Your Manners

As you make the rounds of Holiday Parties, remind yourself to eat only the foods you like best. Don't feel obligated to sample every dish at the potluck or buffet. Pick a few favorites -- even a sweet, in moderation -- and fill the rest of your plate with vegetables. read more..


Earlier today on Access Hollywood Live, our nutrition expert Cynthia Sass shared...

Earlier today on Access Hollywood Live, our Nutrition Expert Cynthia Sass shared 5 Foods can help take the edge off. Here they are and the science behind how they work http://bit.ly/rAD8dN7 Superfoods That Fight Stress - Shape Magazinewww.shape.comWe talked about foods that cause stress. Now our nutritionist weighs in on foods that fight stress. read more..

Michelle Bernstein-Potato Pancakes-Hanukkah-Chef

Chef Bernstein modernizes Hanukkah dishes



Food and wine pairings for the Hanukkah table
To match Story FOOD-CHEFS/BERNSTEIN

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Potato pancakes are still a staple but chef Michelle Bernstein also likes to reinterpret some of the Hanukkah dishes from her Latin-Jewish upbringing to celebrate the holiday. In her book "The Macy's Culinary Council Thanksgiving & Holiday Cookbook," the classically-trained chef who has won praise for the Latin cuisines at her restaurants Michy's and Sra. Martinez in Miami, shares recipes from her childhood. The Miami native spoke to Reuters about her food memories of the eight-day "festival of lights" which begins on Tuesday. ... read more..

Unclean Water-Health News-Neti Pots-Louisiana

Neti pots linked to two deaths...read this before you use one! (and send it to a...

Neti pots linked to two deaths...read this before you use one! (and send it to anyone you know who has sinus problems...)Two Dead in Louisiana After Unclean Water Used in Neti Pots - Health News - Health.comnews.health.comFRIDAY, December 16, 2011 (Health.com) — Louisiana health officials are warning residents not to use nonsterilized tap water in neti pots after the deaths of two people who exposed their brains to a deadly amoeba while flushing out their nasal passages.The amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, can be found in ... read more..

Mission: Impossible-Striking Starlet-Paula Patton

This striking starlet is heating up the big screen in the new action flick, show...

This Striking Starlet is heating up the big screen in the new action flick, showing off an impossibly hot body with kick-butt fighting skills to match. Get her workout and meal plan here http://bit.ly/twbLs6How Paula Patton Got in Shape for 'Mission: Impossible' - Shape Magazinewww.shape.comNothing is impossible for Paula Patton, including pulling off one sexy, sultry spy alongside Tom Cruise in Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol, in theatres now. read more..