Good nutrition vs. stress

Modern-day living is full of stress. Whether at home or at work, people are always under pressure. So it is important that our bodies are in good condition, ready to respond to any kind of demand. In preparing our body, we have to eat right. There are essential nutrients that the body uses up during stressful situations, which eventually need to be replenished. Here is a list of vitamins and ...

Hallucinogen appears safe, may improve mood among patients with advanced-stage cancer and anxiety

( JAMA and Archives Journals ) A pilot study suggests the hallucinogen psilocybin may be feasible and safe to administer to patients with advanced-stage cancer and anxiety, with promising effects on mood, according to a report published online today that will appear in the January 2011 print issue of Archives of General Psychiatry, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

How medicines can affect the digestive system

Many medicines taken by mouth may affect the digestive system. These medicines include prescription (those ordered by a doctor and dispensed by a pharmacist) and nonprescription or over-the-counter products. Although these medicines usually are safe and effective, harmful effects may occur in some people. In fact many people not only suffer, but start taking another medicine to address the ...

Healthy Hollywood: Fab Food Friday - Get A Flawless Red Carpet Ready Complexion!

By Terri MacLeod NEW YORK, N.Y. -- This year's Emmy fashion was outstanding! "Modern Family's" Sofia Vergara, Tina Fey, Heidi Klum, and Kim Kardashian all looked va va gorgeous. While their gowns were stunning, I was awestruck by their flawless complexions. Celebs seem to be looking younger than ever. While I am fully aware makeup artists deserve some of the credit, of course some stars are ...

Facing woes of middle age

Q: I am writing to inquire about a medical condition that I have had for more than 15 years with no diagnosis determined. I'm a 63-year-old African-American female in good health except for allergies. The older I get, the worse the problem. I have constant cramping in my legs, thighs, toes, hands, rib cage and arms. Lately, most of my cramping is happening at night when I go to bed. Both legs ...