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      States to reassess medical marijuana laws

      May 4, 2011 /

      More than a dozen states have approved the of medical marijuana, which is not legal under federal law. About half of those states regulate medical marijuana dispensaries.

      The ominous-sounding letters from U.S. attorneys in recent weeks have directly injected the federal government back into a debate that has for years been progressing at the state level. Warnings in Washington state led Gov. Chris Gregoire to veto a proposal that would have created licensed marijuana dispensaries.

      The Department of Justice said two years ago that it would be an inefficient use of funds to target people who are in clear compliance with state law. But U.S. attorneys have said in their recent memos that they would consider civil or criminal penalties for those who run large-scale operations — even if they are acceptable under state law

      Resources, Wellness

      Government to Regulate Electronic Cigarettes as Tobacco

      May 4, 2011 /

      The FDA wants to regulate electronic cigarettes as drug devices, just as nicotine gum and smoking cessation products are regulated. Electronic cigarettes are battery-powered tubes that turn nicotine-laced liquid into a vapor.

      The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s announcement came after the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit issued a decision that electronic cigarettes are not drugs or devices unless they are marketed for therapeutic purposes.

      In 2009, the FDA was given the authority to regulate tobacco products that are not drugs or devices.

      Electronic cigarettes, marketed under names such as NJOY, mimic the act of smoking and include nicotine, but do not emit the same type of odor or ash.

      Quality Control, Research, Wellness

      Is Gatorade Bad for You?

      April 21, 2011 /

      Maybe.

      A person loses a great deal of water in the form of sweat when engaging in prolonged exercise. An athlete even more so.

      It is therefore necessary to rehydrate, that’s why sports drinks provide water, carbohydrates, and electrolytes so the athlete’s performance might improve.

      That said, sport’s drinks like Gatorade also provide empty calories.

      Unless you’re in the middle of an Olympic training workout, this amount of excess calories is simply unnecessary.

      Here are some of the Gatorade ingredients that will NOT enhance anyone’s workout: High Fructose Corn Syrup, Artificial Colors, Brominated Vegetable Oil.

      Gatorade is fortified with a variety of different vitamins and minerals, including some fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamin A. Fat-soluble vitamins cannot be excreted from the body when they are consumed in quantities too large, so side effects may occur. Drinking too much Gatorade, and consuming much more than your recommended amount of vitamin A, can lead to vitamin toxicity, also known as hypervitaminosis A. The National Institutes of Health say that the symptoms of hypervitaminosis A include blurred vision, fatigue, headache and nausea.

      Nutrition, Research, Wellness

      Abstain from Foods Which Cause Gastric Stomach

      April 21, 2011 /

      Gastritis, which is inflammation of the abdominal lining, could cause abdominal pain, gas and a bloated-ness, feelings of nausea, vomiting and perhaps a burning.

      You will want to avoid highly acidic foods such as citrus juices or tomato based food products (eg. spaghetti, pizza).

      You should also avoid alcohol & smoking, caffeine, and any spicy/highly seasoned foods.

      Try eating smaller more frequent meals (or snacks) rather than the typical 3 large meals a day.

      Some foods are not good for an upset stomach. Foods that are high in fat, contain fiber, are spicy and are greasy can cause further gastric complications. Avoid dairy products if you are actively vomiting or have diarrhea. Do not eat or drink foods or beverages that contain alcohol or caffeine, because these substances can promote dehydration. Avoid black pepper, chili powder, chocolate, carbonated beverages, fried foods, acidic fruit juices such as orange juice, broccoli, corn, onions, cabbage and cheese. Avoid eating large amounts of food.

      Research, Wellness

      Painkiller Abuse Targeted by Obama’s Administration

      April 21, 2011 /

      The overall rate of deaths from drugs — including heroin, cocaine, and prescription opioids — is approaching the number of deaths from car crashes each year.

      In 2007, there were 28,000 deaths from prescription drug overdoses.

      Those deaths were driven largely by the abuse of prescription painkillers.

      Prescription painkiller abuse now matches abuse of illegal drugs, and mortality from the prescription drugs exceeds overdose deaths from cocaine and heroin combined

      “We are in the midst of a public health crisis driven by prescription drug abuses,”

      “In 2007, there were 28,000 deaths from prescription drug overdoses — five times the number in 1990, Kerlikowske said. Those deaths were driven largely by the abuse of prescription painkillers.”

      Research, Wellness

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