Heartfelt talks between parent and child are essential to help kids overcome tough times and do their best at school, a new study says. Traumatic events in a kid’s life can cause the child to neglect school work and increase the odds that they’ll wind up repeating a grade, researchers found. But having even one… read on >
Desserts don’t have to be off-limits for people who want to eat healthier, says Johns Hopkins University. When preparing desserts, choose baked-good recipes made with skim milk, low-fat cream cheese or yogurt. Using bananas and applesauce as add-ins can also cut down on unhealthy oils and fats. Additionally, the university recommends ensuring that your sweets… read on >
Kayaking and canoeing are popular outdoor activities during summer. But before you paddle, the American Canoe Academy recommends getting to know the rules of the water. The ACA urges paddlers to: Take an on-water course. Be aware of your surroundings. Wear a life jacket and bright clothing. Designate someone who will notify others if you… read on >
High in lycopene, low in calories, and rich in vitamins A and C, tomatoes are delicious fruits that can be turned into savory dishes. Try this simple fresh tomato sauce to make good use of this summer favorite. Fast Fresh Tomato Sauce 1-1/2 pounds fresh tomatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced… read on >
Many packaged foods have the potential to give you vitamin overload, especially if you’re already taking a daily multivitamin. Here’s what you need to know. Manufacturers have been adding nutrients to foods for decades. In fact, it started nearly 100 years ago with the addition of iodine to salt. Vitamins and minerals are added to… read on >
Meals on Wheels might do more than deliver hot food to isolated seniors: New research suggests it can serve as an early warning system for declining health. The study included Meals on Wheels drivers in Guernsey County in Ohio and San Diego County, who were trained to use a mobile app to alert care coordinators… read on >
Teens who use Spice, K2 or other synthetic marijuana products may risk medical harm, including coma and seizures, researchers report. A review of emergency department records in the United States also found that those who mixed the manmade “marijuana” with other drugs, such as stimulants, could become dangerously agitated. “These findings suggest that teens are… read on >
A stomach virus typically is mild and goes away on its own, says the American Academy of Family Physicians. To help ease symptoms of a stomach virus, the academy suggests: Eat bland foods. Drink clear liquids. Stay hydrated. Avoid caffeine and alcohol. Stay home and rest. Source: HealthDay
Any illness can reduce or eliminate your appetite. But if the illness is treatable, appetite should return after treatment, says MedlinePlus. MedlinePlus mentions potential causes of appetite loss: Emotions such as sadness, depression or grief. Serious illnesses such as cancer or HIV. Use of certain medications or street drugs. Hypothyroidism. Pregnancy. Aging. Contact a doctor… read on >
As America grapples with an opioid epidemic, it has become even more important to dispose of your leftover prescription medications properly, one pharmacist says. “Many people don’t realize that simply throwing away leftover medications or flushing them down the toilet is actually very dangerous,” said Karen Youmbi, manager of pharmacy regulatory surveillance and outpatient pharmacies… read on >
