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Dealing with a Cancer Diagnosis
Posted by: | CommentsA cancer diagnosis can be terrifying. The word itself, cancer, has the power to send a chill up your spine, conjuring all the grim tales you’ve ever heard of people whose lives were cut short by disease. Receiving such a diagnosis forces you to confront the fact that you now belong to a group whose membership you would never willingly join. A cancer diagnosis may confirm a long-held fear or come as a stunning blow. Either way, it is easy to feel overwhelmed, helpless, even despairing. Read More→
The Genetics of Obesity: Are Your Genes to Blame?
Posted by: | CommentsWhen it comes to obesity, there’s good news and bad news. The bad news is there is a genetic component to obesity and there’s not much you can do to change your basic genetic makeup. The good news is there are things you can do to stop obesity even if you do have bad genetics. How strong is the genetic link to obesity and what specifically can you do about it? Read More→
How to Make Your Coffee Healthier
Posted by: | CommentsIs the first thing you reach for in the morning a steaming cup of java? Let’s face it. Many Americans are addicted to their morning cup of coffee and aren’t about to give it up. While some people drink coffee for the caffeine, other people simply enjoy the taste. What about the health value of coffee? This issue remains a cloudy one. Some studies have shown health benefits of drinking coffee including a reduced risk of diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, liver cancer, and gall bladder disease, while others have shown negative effects, particularly from the caffeine. Fortunately, there are some ways to turn that morning cup of coffee into a healthier drink. Here’s how to make your daily coffee healthier. Read More→