Archive for February, 2007:

The importance of Prebio1 in a baby’s development

{ Posted on Feb 23 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Baby & Child Care
Prebio1: for a healthy digestive system is another nutrient to keep out for. Prebiotics are dietary substances that aid a child's digestion, and are especially important in the large Read More »

The importance of DHA in a baby’s development

{ Posted on Feb 23 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Baby & Child Care
DHA: the brain-building block, is an essential omega-3 fatty acid (good fat), should be part of any child's diet. It helps a child's brain and vision develop and perform at their best. Read More »

Osteoporosis, silent thief no more

{ Posted on Feb 23 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Elderly Care
Not too long ago, osteoporosis was described as the silent thief of bone and an inevitable part of aging. But advances in detection and treatment, coupled with a better understanding Read More »

Drinking milk helps prevent osteoporosis

{ Posted on Feb 23 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Elderly Care
Drinking milk doesn't just quench your thirst. In the deposit-and-withdrawal world of bones, that calcium-rich beverage is an investment for your future. Read More »

How to help family members with diabetes

{ Posted on Feb 23 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Top Diseases
* Offer to go to doctor appointments together or attend a diabetes education program. Read More »

Make diabetes care a family affair

{ Posted on Feb 22 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Top Diseases
Meal planning and blood-sugar monitoring. Medicines and multiple injections. The day-in and day-out requirements of diabetes management can overwhelm those with this chronic Read More »

Headache, nausea and fatigue are common symptoms of heat-related illness

{ Posted on Feb 22 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Top Diseases
Symptoms of heat fatigue include cool moist skin and a weak pulse. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include profuse sweating, Read More »

Older adults have poor circulation and inefficient sweat glands

{ Posted on Feb 22 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Elderly Care
It's harder for older people to tell when they're overdressed for the weather. Stick with lightning loose-fitting clothing. Light-colored clothing also helps deflect some of the sun's Read More »

Overweight adults has a high risk of developing heat-related illness

{ Posted on Feb 21 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Elderly Care
A person who is overweight has more difficulty regulating body temperature than someone who is of normal weight. An overweight person also retains more body heat. Read More »

High blood pressure and humid air can cause heat-related illness for older adults

{ Posted on Feb 21 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Heart Ailments
High humidity hinders the evaporation of sweat he body. If the temperature is 90F (32C), for instance, and the relative humidity is 70 percent, the air would feel like it was 106F Read More »
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