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      Stress Takes a Physical Toll on Your Body

      November 19, 2011 /

      Stress takes a physical toll on your body causing physiological symptoms of illness.

      We live in a society where there are multiple demands on us almost all the time. We need to put greater emphasis on protective factors like sitting down with the family or exercising or putting away all the electronic devices.

      I am also a big believer in mindfulness. I think we need to be able to turn things down and off, and build in protections so that we don’t get overwhelmed – even something as simple as a hobby.

      Quality Control, Research, Wellness

      The Mental State of America

      November 19, 2011 /

      1 in 5 American adults is on some kind of mood altering drug.

      Antidepressants are the psychiatric medications used to treat mood disorders that are defined by having depressive symptoms.

      The most widely used antidepressants are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), a class of drugs that includes medications such as Prozac (fluoxetine), Paxil (paroxetine), Zoloft (sertraline) and Lexapro (escitalopram). Less used, but a popular alternative to SSRIs are serotonin–norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs); some of the commonly used medications in this drug class include Effexor (venlafaxine) and Cymbalta (duloxetine).

      Women 45 and older are the most frequent users of anti-depressants.

      Quality Control, Wellness

      Food Prices Making Even the Basics a Luxury

      November 19, 2011 /

      Grocery prices are on the rise and as odd as it may seem this could be the perfect opportunity for Americans to reassess their diets and come up with healthier alternatives to animal products laden with saturated fats and processed foods full of sugar, sodium and preservatives.

      Foods like beans, legumes, whole grain rice, pasta and seasonal fruits and vegetables can be cheaper and stretched further than pre-packaged convenience foods.

      The price of food at home is projected to rise by 4 to 5 percent this year, and another 2 to 3 percent next year, according to the Agriculture Department. That’s adding another financial worry for many people already living with tight budgets thanks to the weak economy and high jobless rate.
      The percentage of people who say they had enough money to buy food in the last 12 months fell to its lowest level in three years, according to a Gallup poll released this month.

      Nutrition, Quality Control, Resources, Wellness

      Living Wills a Touchy Subject for Baby Boomers

      November 19, 2011 /

      Baby boomers avoid making living wills because they feel too young and healthy.

      Who can even think of writing a will between yoga class and triathlon training?

      Kathy Brandt says wills and health care proxies are a good idea for everyone whether they are healthy and young or older and not so healthy.

      Brandt, a senior vice president at the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, said the two documents can spare families a painful fight and ensure that patients receive — or don’t receive — the medical treatment they wish should they end up in a situation where they can’t speak for themselves

      Saving loved ones from making the tough decisions as we age could be the kindest gift of all at the end of our lives.

      Doctors, Health Care Policy, Hospitals, Medicare, Quality Control, Research, Resources, Wellness

      The Surprising Things That Coconut Can Do for You

      November 19, 2011 /

      The surprising benefits of coconut listed below are explained in detail and are truly amazing.

      Although we have been told that these kinds of fats are to be avoided, it is the saturated fats which are attributed with having the curative, preventative and restorative properties contained in this tropical nut, wonder.

      Improves Your Skin
      Helps You Lose Weight
      Stress Relief
      Makes Your Hair Grow and Repairs Damage
      Anti-Aging Properties
      Improves Healing and Fights Infections
      Improves Digestion
      Gives you Energy
      Prevents Disease
      Great for the Heart
      BONUS: May Protect Against STD’s

      Nutrition, Research, Resources, Wellness

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