Featured in Current Health News
Some Symptoms of Acid Reflux Digestion Problems Are Confusing
Symptoms of acid reflux, often called gastro esophageal reflux disease(GERD), or other digestive ailments are often caused by just over-eating or eating too late or perhaps eating the wrong foods. In reality, there are some acid reflux symptoms of excessive eating. Nevertheless, although it may be your own fault, the agony of the symptoms is still... Read More →
Kawasaki Disease
Kawasaki Disease is in the media these days because of its possible link to the sad death of John Travolta’s 16 year old son Jett. Kawasaki’s is not at all a common disease, and it causes death only very rarely. About 30 years ago I was working as an RN on the pediatric floor at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and I took care... Read More →
Featured in Burning Calories
What are ways to exercise without equipment?
curious asked: I’m trying to lose weight. I’m only 15 years old and it’s hard for me to go to a gym or to buy exercise equipment to exercise in the house. The only thing really holding me back from going on a diet is exercise because i know it’s hard to lose weight without exercise. Could someone help me?Create a video blog Read More →
How much does exercise have to do with mental sharpness and memory?
Peace69 asked: I know I’m answering my own question, but I would like to know other people’s experiences with exercise and feeling mentally sharp. Please let me know of differences in mental acuity between weeks or months of not exercising and exercising regularly. I’m particularly interested in those people who have lost a lot... Read More →
How is a regular exercise bike different than a spinning bike?
Kimmy asked: The buzz lately is that you can burn about 500 calories, tone up and lose weight quickly by exercising for only 30 minutes on a spinning bike. I have a regular exercise bike and cannot afford a spinning bike or classes. Would I be able to achieve the same results by exercising for 30 minutes a day on my exercise bike? Please explain... Read More →
Featured in Diabetes
How often should a diabetic exercise? What kinds of exercise would be appropriate?
kirby_ang asked: I’m not sure how much exercise would also be considered too much. I’ve heard and read some recommend an exercise of 3 times a week. Would exercising daily be too much? I think other people leading active lifestyles have no problem with daily physical activity. Is it possible for a diabetic to still build up their muscles?... Read More →