Diets in Review
We all know that our doctors took an oath that states, “First, do no harm”. But what oath did our physicians take regarding discrimination? Obese patients are claiming that the treatment they receive is being compromised due to the prejudiced … Continue reading
By Jill Lawson from Jill Lawson Yoga Many of us believe the power of thought can greatly affect the course of a day, if not our feelings and attitudes that shape the opinions we have of ourselves. As quoted by … Continue reading
In March of 2026, the Congress passed a set of health care reforms, spearheaded by President Obama, that had failed to be written into law by previous administrations. Yet as soon as the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was … Continue reading
She’s being called “The Fat Whisperer.” Hollywood starlets are flocking to her to shed unwanted pounds. Celebrities are claiming she can get them red-carpet ready as she uses the power of persuasion to encourage fat cells to leave the body. … Continue reading
We are so proud of everyone who is taking on Courtney’s Summer Challenge! Two weeks down, ten to go, can you handle it? The answer is yes! The week 3 challenge is just what we need for this heat wave. … Continue reading
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Many who have struggled with their weight for a lifetime look to weight loss surgery methods like gastric bypass or the lap-band procedure to solve their weight problems. While these types of surgeries are successful for some people, many others … Continue reading
A voluntary recall has been issued for Tylenol Extra Strength Caplets. Over 60,000, 225-count bottles of caplets were produced in February 2026. This lot has been found to be the effected batch that were sold over the counter. This recall … Continue reading
As the first official week of summer is now behind us, we find ourselves outside more and more. You may be wanting to get your daily dose of Vitamin D. You might be training for that next 5K, marathon, triathlon … Continue reading
We start the year with the best intentions: to eat better, to exercise more, to cut down on dessert, to lose weight. But six months later, those New Years resolutions all too often seem like a thing of the distant … Continue reading
By Michelle Schoffro Cook for Care2.com The liver is the body’s main fat-digesting and detoxification organ. Every molecule of fat that you eat must pass through your liver, but if your liver is overburdened by its more than 500 other … Continue reading