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8 Natural Tips to Help Prevent a Cold

Brian King11/ 9/143 comments

There are no known cures for colds and flu, so cold and flu prevention should be your goal. A proactive approach to warding off colds and flu is apt to make your whole life healthier. The most effective way for preventing the flu is to get the flu shot. It...

Diabetes: Understanding Carbohydrates

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Just as a car needs the right type of fuel (gas) to run, you need the right kind of fuel (food) to function. To sustain energy, your body needs food that contains carbohydrates. But carbohydrates raise blood sugar levels higher and faster than other kinds of food. Your dietitian will...

Types of Urinary Incontinence

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Urinary incontinence -- the accidental leakage of urine -- affects millions of Americans, the majority of them women. There are several different types of urinary incontinence.   Stress Incontinence Stress incontinence may happen when there is an increase in abdominal pressure -- such as when you exercise, laugh, sneeze, or...

Baby Wipes Recalled Due to Possible Bacteria

Brian King10/30/142 comments

WebMD News from HealthDay Ten brands of baby wipes sold at Walgreens, Sam's Club and other stores nationwide are being voluntarily recalled due to possible bacteria contamination, the company announced Monday. According to Nutek Disposables, Inc., included in the recall are baby wipes sold under the brand names Cuties, Diapers.com,...

5 scary good healthy Halloween treats

Brian King10/30/142 comments

By Sara Cheshire, Special to CNN   We love Halloween season. Sweets. Sweaters. Sipping hot cider (maybe spiked). Halloween can certainly get you in the spirit, and nothing warms our hearts like these healthy Halloween treats that help you stay energized instead of stuck in a sugar coma. Don't worry,...