Category: Wellness (Page 65 of 116)

      The HCG Weight loss Miracle is Illegal says the FDA

      December 6, 2011 /

      Over the counter HCG weight loss products have caused a sensation yet have not been proven either safe or effective by the FDA.

      The startling and drastic weight loss experienced by users have caused high demand for the products which are selling on-line and in drug stores. The manufacturing of these products, however, are not regulated by any public health governing body.

      “These HCG products marketed over-the-counter are unproven to help with weight loss and are potentially dangerous even if taken as directed,” said Ilisa Bernstein, acting director of the Office of Compliance in FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research. “And a very low-calorie diet should only be used under proper medical supervision.”

      The FDA says people on such diets have an increased risk of heart arrhythmia’s, electrolyte imbalance and gallstones. Currently no HCG products for weight loss have been approved by the agency.

      Quality Control, Research, Wellness

      Giulliana Rancic to Undergo Double Mastectomy

      December 5, 2011 /

      Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy

      E! reporter, Giulliana Rancic, after discovering breast cancer and undergoing two lumpectomies, has decided to have a double mastectomy.

      Rancic discusses her decision with Ann Curry of the Today Show with husband Bill Rancic, winner of “The Apprentice” reality show, by her side.

      Rancic, 37 and her husband are trying to have a child and cancer treatments could put that desire at risk.

      But at the end of the day Rancic is choosing “to live”.

      Seeing the results of a double mastectomy of a friend made the decision to go ahead with procedure easier for Rancic.

      Wellness

      The Health Risks of Apple Juice Don’t Lie in the Arsenic

      December 5, 2011 /

      Apple juice has faced some controversy in the past few months.

      A while back Dr. Oz brought up the fact that apple juice contains unacceptable levels of arsenic, however, nutritionists say that arsenic aside, it is the high levels of sugar which are most disconcerting.

      The American Academy of Pediatrics says juice can be part of a healthy diet, but its policy is blunt: “Fruit juice offers no nutritional benefit for infants younger than 6 months” and no benefits over whole fruit for older kids.

      Kids under 12 consume 28 percent of all juice and juice drinks, according to the academy. Nationwide, apple juice is second only to orange juice in popularity. Americans slurp 267 ounces of apple juice on average each year, according to the Food Institute’s Almanac of Juice Products and the Juice Products Association, a trade group. Lots more is consumed as an ingredient in juice drinks and various foods.

      Quality Control, Research, Wellness

      Baby Boomers Need to Know These 8 Things About Medicare

      December 5, 2011 /

      There are 8 important things that Baby Boomers need to know about health care.

      As those aged 65 transition into the medicare system there may be overlap with employee benefits.

      Make sure you know what’s available, what you need to pay for, and what works best for you.

      U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows that 52 percent more folks are working beyond their sixty-fifth birthday than there were ten years ago. Recognizing this trend, more corporations are trying to integrate Medicare into their coverage options. Each company seems to have their own way of dealing with the trend and how it impacts company-provided health insurance coverage.

      To that end, each employee needs to discover the coverage their employer offers at age 65. With some government and civil service jobs, free health care insurance continues from the date of retirement until death. Many companies also contribute to or pay their retirees’ health care premiums in full. Kaiser Family Foundation says that percentage dropped to 28 percent in 2010 from 40 percent in 1995. In some instances, the employee is covered mostly by Medicare. Other folks are covered primarily by their employer. Further complicating the issue are family members.

      Health Care Policy, Health Insurance, Medicare, Research, Resources, Wellness

      Some Tests Results are too Important to Wait For

      December 5, 2011 /

      Some test results are too important to wait for your doctor to get around to calling you.

      Patients need to start taking the initiative when it comes to their healthcare.

      There are a few steps every patient can take to stay on top of test results. For starters, always ask which test is being performed and when to expect the results. Stream says he’s very specific with patients: “I tell them, ‘I’m scheduling a CT scan of your abdomen, and if you don’t hear from me in three days, call me.’ ” If your doctor doesn’t spell out these details clearly on his own, nudge him along.

      Patients need to be active players in their health care.

      Often a patient can be out of sight and out of mind.

      Staying on top of your care is the best way to insure that you’re getting the best service.

      Health Care Policy, Quality Control, Wellness

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