HER HEALTH - Pregnant with diabetes
Diabetes mellitus is a condition in which the body's ability to process the blood sugar, glucose, is impaired. Glucose, which is the main energy source for the body, is processed by a hormone called insulin. When there is not enough insulin or it cannot function properly...
HIS HEALTH: What does a diagnosis of prostate cancer mean? (Pt II) - The surgical option
Any decision regarding treatment of early prostate cancer must take into account details of the treatment modalities available. Important considerations are the treatment's ability to permanently cure the condition...
PHARMACY TODAY - Hurricane preparedness for persons with diabetes
We have entered the hurricane season and people with chronic illnesses should have their medication and a stockpile of appropriate foods on hand. Fill your prescriptions as the important thing is to have the medication in your possession...
BE WELL - Danger could be lurking in your cosmetics bag
Some commonly-used products such as personal care items and body soaps, taken for granted as safe, may contain chemicals that could be contributing, surreptitiously, to ill health. European environmentalists and consumer groups have been able to convince...
FITNESS CLUB - Let's do some resistance training
For the weeks ahead, we will be focusing on specific resistant and free-weight exercises which can be included as a part of your exercise routine. An exercise routine is comprised of exercises, a number of sets, reps and the weights you will lift.
DIETITIAN'S DESK - Two thumbs up for green bananas
Some people are shying away from complex carbohydrates such as green bananas because they are under the wrong impression that they are too starchy, too heavy or will make them fat. However, the green banana is really an excellent food...
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