Health & Fitness

 
It appears America’s never-ending obsession with looks is skyrocketing, as cosmetic dental procedures such as teeth whitening, continue to increase in popularity. A recent survey by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, showed that the total number of patients seeking procedures to brighten their smiles in 2006 increased by an estimated 12.8%, over 2005.  The dental [...]

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Ever find yourself gift-hunting for a truly self-obsessed friend? If you’ve got a lot of money, then consider buying thim or her a reading of their entire DNA code–for a staggering $350,000!
A biotech firm in Cambridge, Mass. called Knome (pronounced “gnome”) is offering the service to hypochondriacs and their sympathizers. You could find out [...]

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Make the most of your first luxury health spa experience by knowing exactly what to expect from a spa before you arrive. Perhaps you’ve heard a tale of decadent pampering and complete relaxation from one of your co-workers. Or maybe an acquaintance returned from a weekend away, possessing skin that glowed, and a more positive [...]

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About 1.5 million people get diagnosed with diabetes each year.  It’s a very scary diagnosis for everybody.  But after the initial shock wears off, the question that arises most is “how will this change my life?” 
Missy Foy, a marathon runner who was once ranked 10th in the world, was diagnosed with diabetes ten years ago.  [...]

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The World Cancer Research Fund just released its findings based on reviewing 7,000 studies related to exercise, diet, weight and cancer.   Nine teams of scientists conducted over five years of study to produce the report.
Dr. Walter Willett, a nutrition expert, says, “We need to think about cancer as the product of many long-term influences, not as something [...]

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We’ve seen those incredible bodies on many celebrities, but how much exercise do they do and how much money do they spend?  Many times that’s a well held secret, but there is much we do know.  Today’s trainers don’t play the role of a hard-nosed drill sergeant but also promote healthy lifestyles. They help their [...]

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The days of playing 18 holes at a local golf course and puttering around in a broken down golf cart are over.  Today’s baby boomers are as active as ever. They’re heading to the gyms in record numbers and incorporating both health and fitness into their lifestyles.  The results are they’re more active, living longer and [...]

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Over half of all people with advanced or terminal cancer suffer from either depression, anxiety or adjustment disorders. They could use their oncologist’s help getting some treatment, according to a new study. Full article

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A good night’s sleep is becoming ever more elusive for the average American — and it’s a problem that plagues us at all ages, from infancy to adulthood. Two studies illuminate the reasons why teens and adults don’t sleep enough. With teens, a major culprit is cellphone use; with adults, it’s work. Full article

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