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Friday, November 9, 2012

Photo Facial Aftercare

Ask anyone who has ever had a photo facial, and they will probably tell you about how incredible it was to experience the intense pulsing light from the facial laser penetrating into the deepest layers of their skin, witnessing it stimulating their collagen production, and having it leave them with younger-looking and healthier skin. Countless clients have happily used photo facial technology to treat commonly occurring skin problems including wrinkles, rosacea, and age spots among other things. Regardless of the targeted issue, after you have a photo facial it is important to follow these aftercare recommendations to maximize its benefits, and keep you looking and feeling your best. Complete article

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Thick And Creamy Version Of Food Improve Feeling Of Fullness

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Thick And Creamy Version Of Food Improve Feeling Of Fullness
Low-calorie food does not make you feel satisfied most of the time. Usually after consuming them, we just realize that these foods are not making us feeling full and that is why we accidentally adopt overeating. Check out this research because it demonstrates how by choosing a thicker and creamier food, you can feel fuller.

Exercise Lengthens Life Regardless Of Weight

By Katherine Harmon
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A little exercise each week can lead to big gains in life expectancy. And that's true regardless of your current weight, according to a new review study that included more than 650,000 people.

The World Health Organization recommends two-and-a-half to five hours of brisk walking per week, or less time spent at a more vigorous activity. People who got the full recommended amount of exercise saw an average 3.4-year gain in life expectancy. People who got half as much exercise still lived an average 1.8 years longer. The findings are in the journal PLoS Medicine. [Steven C. Moore et al., Leisure Time Physical Activity of Moderate to Vigorous Intensity and Mortality: A large pooled cohort analysis]

In fact, exercise was a bigger factor than body weight in many cases. People who were normal weight but were inactive actually lived an average of 3.1 fewer years than obese people who kept up high levels of activity.

Finding time to exercise can be tough. Maybe look at it this way. There are almost 9,000 hours in a year. Five hours a week is 260 hours a year--to get an extra 30,000 hours of life. Do the math. While you take a walk.

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Sunday, November 4, 2012

Confirmed: Second Case Of Fungal Meningitis In Chicago

In this Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2012 file photo, laboratory technician Ruth Rutledge packages cerebrospinal fluid of three confirmed meningitis cases in Minn., to send to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta for further testing. The black mold creeping into the spines of hundreds of people who got tainted shots for back pain marks uncharted medical territory. (AP Photo/Hannah Foslien)

Chicago Tribune:

A second probable case of fungal meningitis in Chicago tied to the use of a steroid injection from a Massachusetts pharmacy is being investigated by health officials.

As in the first case in the state, the case reported Friday involves a Chicago resident who received an injection at one of three APAC Centers for Pain Management that used the recalled medication, according to officials.

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Saturday, November 3, 2012

Cannabis Use Could Lead To Schizophrenia-Like 'Cognitive Breakdowns'

Researchers in Norway claim they have found new evidence to support their theory that cannabis use causes temporary 'cognitive breakdown' in non-psychotic people, risking long-term psychosis.

According to an fMRI study published in the Frontiers in Psychiatry journal, scientists at the University of Bergen believe cannabis use raises the chances of users suffering from schizophrenic symptoms later in life.

The researchers tested 26 schizophrenics, some with a history of cannabis use, and tested their ability to listen and repeat certain syllables.

The study's results showed that schizophrenia sufferers with previous cannabis use had consistently higher levels of brain activity while undergoing these tests, and also scored a higher number of correct answers.

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The study claims cannabis use increases the risk of developing schizophrenic symptoms

These results are in line with previous conclusions from the Bergen researchers who support the idea that cannabis users with schizophrenic characteristics do not appear to suffer from the same neuro-cognitive weaknesses as other patients with schizophrenia.

"While brain activity for both groups was similar, there are subtle differences between schizophrenia sufferers with a history of cannabis use and those who have never used cannabis," Else-Marie Loeberg, lead author on the article and associate professor of Psychology at the University of Bergen, Norway.

"These differences lead us to believe that the cognitive weakness leading to schizophrenia is imitated by the effects of cannabis in otherwise non-psychotic people."

The scientists believe that the study's results imply that cannabis use increases the risk of the development of psychotic symptoms, 'imitating' the cognitive weakness that is prevalent in schizophrenics.

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Friday, November 2, 2012

Acne Creams: What You Need To Know Before Buying

Acne creams are some of the most popular remedies for acne attacks. There are different brands of acne creams in the market, many of which sell unsubstantiated promises of a smooth face overnight. Truth is, acne is a hard nut to crack and many of these creams don't seem to work, if the massive disappointment reports by acne patients on forums are anything to go by. Even then, creams remain as your best bet to getting rid of acne according to medics. The secret is; knowing what cream to choose. Get the rest of the article

Eat This to Protect Your Ticker and Slim Down

The healthiest food you're probably not eating enough of

I’m often asked about my favorite food, and my honest answer is: beans. Really! They’re just so tasty and hearty, and I love that they make me feel satisfied without feeling sluggish. Plus, I feel like a health champion when I eat them because they’re chock full of nutrients, including protein, fiber, slow-burning carbs, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. And now I have one more reason to be a bean enthusiast.