Do you feel as old as your birth certificate says you are? Some researchers say there’s a difference between your chronological age and your “real” age.
Doctors looked at lifestyle, risk factors, blood pressure, cholesterol and physical exam results. More »
Doctor is a board-certified dermatologist and assistant clinical professor of dermatology at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. He is one of a growing number of dermatologists across the country producing and marketing their own products. More »
Small children can make a big difference.
After a terrible earthquake in Kobe, Japan, our family watched poignant news coverage of a weeping mother clutching a shattered toy.
Our son wanted to send Teddy Bears as a small comfort. So we made and distributed seven fliers to local churches, schools, civic organizations and businesses (which also became Teddy Bear collection points). More »
Multiple sclerosis (MS) patients protested at the annual meeting of Britain’s National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) in Cardiff on Wednesday, charging that the cost-effectiveness watchdog is dragging its feet in evaluating whether two MS drugs should be used routinely.
You had a glass of wine before you knew you were pregnant. Did you hurt your baby? Probably not.
That said, alcohol and pregnancy don’t mix. Up to 10 percent of Americans have a problem with alcohol abuse, and some are pregnant women. Alcoholism cuts across all social, racial and economic lines.
The use of HGH supplements is fairly recent. HGH (short for human growth hormone) is a hormone that our bodies produce. HGH, produced by the human body’s pituitary gland, has many important functions. The human growth hormone is sometimes described as being a kind of fountain of youth, as it repairs damaged cells and helps keep the human body strong and youthful. More »
While cleanliness is crucial, it’s important to create a room that’s warm and not sterile, says Robert Keeler, associate partner with Langdon Wilson Architecture in Newport Beach, Calif. Outfitting your locker room with amenities like shampoo, lotion and shaving cream help to provide a feeling of hominess and convenience to members, and offer a nice design touch. These items can be purchased in bulk quantities and are often available in dispensers customized with your club name or logo. Adding your logo not only enhances name recognition, but helps associate your facility’s name with customer service and something “extra.” More »
Among some of the tips Dayle Haddon offers in her book, “Ageless Beauty: A Woman’s Guide to Lifelong Beauty and Well Being” are:
Cleanse twice a day with products that are free of detergent, soap and perfume (those products irritate dry skin). More »