Discover the latest breakthroughs for Atrial Fibrillation

Updated September 2014 with the latest news on the investigations relating to Pradaxa (dabigatran). Atrial Fibrillation is a particular type of irregular heart beat which can have dangerous consequences to your health if left untreated. People […]

Know Your Cholesterol Numbers

Do you know your cholesterol numbers? If you have not had a check-up in the past year, now might be the time to find out. Chances are you might have a problem. Lipitor is the […]

What exactly IS an antioxidant?

We have all heard the word antioxidant, and most of us now know that antioxidants are supposed to be good for our health, but why? And where can we find them? Today’s spotlight title Antioxidants […]

Atrial Fibrillation: What You Need to Know-A Beginner’s Guide for Patients and Caregivers

Have you seen the headlines? Top doctors and researchers have recently made some very shocking allegations against the manufacturer of the atrial fibrillation drug Pradaxa (dabigatran) in one of the most reputable online medical journals […]

Depression now the #2 cause of disability in the world

A study published this week puts depression as the #2 cause of disability in the world now, after vision and hearing problems. Depression can occur in people as young as 3. It is the cause […]

Childhood Obesity Risks

Obesity is not a concern only for adults in United States. It is now becoming an increasingly alarming health concern for children. What was once considered a bit of baby fat can now be perceived […]

The Benefits and Risks of Laser Eye Surgery

The Benefits and Risks of Laser Eye Surgery (Health Matters) by Carolyn Stone and Evelyn Trimborn Laser eye surgery is one way that people who wish to correct their bad vision can improve their eyesight […]

Getting Started with Natural Remedies for Your Family

There are many kinds of natural home remedies that you can use for skin care, hair care, and minor health care issues. Getting Started with Homeopathy Homeopathy is an alternative form of medicine that has […]

More Healthy Quinoa Cookery for Beginners

by Mara Michaels and Erin Kennedy Quinoa, pronounced keen-WAH, is a rather confusing food for many people. Is it a whole-grain, or something more?  Is it a carbohydrate-like rice?  Is it related to wheat? Or, […]

Dealing with Childhood Obesity, Part 1

According to the Centers for Disease Control, (CDC) over one-third of children can be considered  overweight or obese. The American lifestyle is certain prosperous compared with that of many other developing nations, but it is […]

Childhood Obesity and How To Combat It, Part 2

If we want to raise a new generation of healthy children, now is the time to take action. The facts are stark: the health problems that begin to manifest themselves due to being overweight include […]

How to Treat Insomnia Naturally

by Carolyn Stone and Evelyn Trimborn Insomnia can be one of the most frustrating and exhausting medical conditions, leading to weariness, irritability, an inability to function in the workplace, and damage to our relationships and […]