This Week’s Health Headlines – Week of November 23

Learning while sleeping: Not so crazy after all? Low-carb or high carb?  Both diets seem to help Diet drug linked to increased strokes and heart attacks Doctors say low pay for diabetes care shortchanges patients Swine flu infections dropping, but more to come? Certain foods proven to reduce colon cancer risk

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Scientists extend lifespan by blocking protein Most babies born this century will live to 100 Yoga may decrease age-related “dowager’s hump” Yet another benefit of vitamin D- it prevents falls Combination of generic drugs cuts heart risk by 60% Federal WIC program finally allows use for fruits and veggies Skinny friends could wreck your diet [...]

This Week’s Health Headlines

Eating meat in middle age may help preserve later abilities Even a little smoking increases breast cancer risk Docs stressed out when patient unable to communicate wishes Sleep specialist says sharing a bed is ‘bad for your health’ New test can determine if you really need antibiotics Health reform will prompt need for many more [...]

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People with skinny thighs die sooner, study finds Scientists discover why broccoli is good for your heart Late night snacking is worse than you think Reduction in residents’ work hours linked to more patient complications Researchers discover three new genes linked to Alzheimer’s Antioxidants best when obtained from food, not pills

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Tanning beds proven to cause cancer Blue dye used in M&M’s may treat spinal cord injuries Morning sickness tied to higher child IQ Good relationship with caregiver may slow Alzheimer’s disease Is “Organic” food healthier than conventional food? CDC publishes recommendations for who should receive swine flu vaccine

Health benefits from Chia seeds

A caller to my Tuesday morning appearance on WMBI asked a question about chia seeds, and I had to admit that I did not know much about what they had to offer. If you’re like me, the word “chia” conjures up images of pet-shaped terra cotta pottery with green sprouts. It turns out that eating chia seeds can have some positive health benefits.

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CDC downplays swine flu fears DASH diet combats mental decline Bottle-feeding moms may be overfeeding their kids Boys with unusual names end up in jail more often

One Good Decision can Lead to Another

There are many foods that are healthier than cereal bars (like fresh fruits and vegetables), and I am not endorsing Nutri-Grain products, but I am a big fan of their new ad campaign. Watch their commercial here and be inspired to make a small change today.

This Week’s Health Headlines

Bone density tests not needed once osteoporosis meds are started Diet high in red meats and dairy linked to pancreatic cancer FDA approves generic morning-after pill for girls 17 and under One in 25 deaths worldwide blamed on alcohol Right ear is better for hearing