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Does having mammograms really help save lives?

Recent research has shown breast mammograms may not save lives after all. We have always been told that regular breast screening with mammograms is the best way to protect ourselves from breast cancer. Of course mammograms don’t prevent cancer, but we’ve been led to believe they can detect breast cancer at the earliest possible stage, thereby offering the best chance of survival and thus reducing death rates. But is this actually true?

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Articles Essential Reading Fatty Liver Liver & Gallbladder Health

Cinnamon offers a world of benefits to patients with a fatty liver

A new study has shown this remarkable spice can improve the following conditions: Elevated liver enzymes Elevated blood fats Elevated C-reactive protein (a marker of inflammation) Insulin resistance (syndrome X) This is wonderful news for the millions of Americans who have a fatty liver. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is the most common cause of liver disease in the world. If left untreated, it raises the risk of type 2 diabetes, cirrhosis of the liver and liver cancer.

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The 6 Worst Foods For Your Thyroid Gland

Thyroid problems are one of the most common health conditions we see in our patients. There seems to be an epidemic of thyroid problems at the moment, and we are seeing them in younger and younger patients. Women are at greater risk than men, particularly after childbirth or during menopause. Having a thyroid condition can make it much more difficult to lose weight, but it can affect your life in other ways – you will probably be tired and may be constipated. You may also feel depressed; suffer with fluid retention and dry skin. Yes, having a thyroid problem can greatly reduce your quality of life. If you are concerned about the health of your thyroid gland, you need to know which foods can adversely affect it. For healthy thyroid function and consequently an efficient metabolism, try to keep these foods out of your diet.

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Articles Women's Health General Health Weight Loss

What is cellulite and can anything be done about it?

Cellulite is the word used to describe the lumpy uneven type of fat that accumulates on the buttocks and limbs of many women. It is rather unsightly because it gives the tissues underlying the skin (subcutaneous tissues) an ‘orange peel’ or ‘cottage cheese’ look. If we compare cellulite fat to normal fat, we find that in cellulite, there are abnormal, physical and chemical changes. In women with cellulite, pinching of the skin produces a ‘mattress appearance’ with bulging and pitting of the fatty layer. On deep palpation of this layer, one may be able to feel tender nodules of fat trapped inside hardened connective tissue.

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Most men really are forgetful

It’s not just the men in your life who seem to forget important things. Memory studies have left researchers surprised to see how much men forget. According to Professor Jostein Holmen, from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in Trondheim, "It was surprising to see that men forget more than women.

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Monkeys in zoos are no longer allowed to eat fruit

Modern fruits have been specifically designed to be much sweeter and lower in fiber than traditional fruits eaten by monkeys in the wild. The high sugar content in fruit has caused monkeys in captivity to develop health problems. As a consequence, several zoos have decided to stop feeding monkeys fruit. Bristol Zoo and Paignton Zoo in the UK have decided to stop feeding fruit to monkeys because of the health problems they’ve witnessed the monkeys develop. What kinds of health problems did the monkeys develop?

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Articles General Health Weight Loss

Is Syndrome X the reason you cannot lose weight?

People with the metabolic imbalance called syndrome X lose weight much more slowly than people who don't have syndrome X...

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Which countries of the world have the highest rates of plastic surgery?

The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) has assessed international plastic surgery data and released an official report. The list encompasses rates of surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures in the top 25 countries. You probably guessed that the United States would be at the top of the list, but did you suspect that China would be in second place? Which country do you think is next?

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Reduce your stress

Everyone in life has stress and some days it seems that everything that can go wrong will go wrong, and then there is more stress. At this time of year, your stress levels may reach a peak. A shortage of time and money, coupled with the strain of family or relationship problems may leave you feeling overwhelmed and anxious. Stress can make us angry, frustrated or depressed depending upon our personality. Stress is something we need to get under control but many people put it off. Believe me it’s not worth it because it can lead to many health problems and unhealthy habits.

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Could insecticide sprays cause Parkinson's disease & brain tumors?

There is a growing body of evidence linking pesticide exposure to Parkinson’s disease and brain tumors. A number of retired flight attendants claim that forced exposure to insecticide sprays inside aircraft may have caused them to develop Parkinson’s disease, and they plan on taking this matter to court. Some experts have warned that anyone who regularly takes international flights and has been exposed to insecticide spraying upon landing faces the same risk.

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