On Being Healthy
01 October, 2010
Food and Drug Administration advisors recently met to determine if Meridia, a weight loss drug, should be recalled. The average weight loss by uses of the drug was 8.8 pounds. This is not considered a great weight loss for the obese. The drug is marketed to the morbidly obese. There was however a 16% increase in the risk of heart attacks, strokes and death. As of time of reporting, the FDA has not made a final decision on Meridia. As for other weight loss drugs: Qnexa was rejected. Lorcaserin is being reviewed by the panel and Contrave will be reviewed in December. The first rule of weight loss medication is Do No Harm, according to Dr. Jennifer Ashton, CBS News Correspondent (Safety of Three Diet Drugs in Question – CBS The Early Show)
Many people in our society are obsessed with weight. Obesity is an epidemic in the Unites States. Drugs and surgery are some methods to weight loss for the morbidly obese. However diet and exercise are more healthy options. Before beginning any weight loss program, please consult your primary care physician.
To shack up or not to shack up …
22 September, 2010
In these forward-thinking times, it might surprise you to learn that many relationship experts have put a negative spin on cohabiting before marriage by linking it to an increased chance of divorce. The most common reason sited, seems to be the not-exactly-off base assumption that many couples view living together as a test. The thinking is that since all couples suffer from some incompatibility, when issues arise, there’s a tendency for one partner to view the other as “failing” the test—and moving on because of that.
However, there are plenty of upsides to shacking up IF you’re in a solid, committed relationship where both partners exhibit clear communication, and are willing to accept imperfect days. (more…)
Why Does My Breath Stink?
27 July, 2010
There is nothing more embarrassing than to be engaged in a conversation with someone with bad breath, especially when you don’t have a mint or gum to offer them. Bad breath, or halitosis, is not only uncomfortable for you, but for everyone around you. Bad breath often occurs when a person does not properly take care of their oral hygiene. (more…)
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