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Caffeine Connected to Miscarriage

Caffeine Connected to Miscarriage

Caffeine consumption by pregnant women can increase the risk of miscarriage, according to a study in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. It doesn't matter whether the caffeine comes from coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or cola soft drinks. For women who drink more than 200 milligrams of caffeine daily, the risk of miscarriage doubles. Though previous studies have found an association between caffeine and miscarriage, it wasn't clear if the problem was related to the caffeine or another substance in the coffee, or if there was a connection with the non-caffeine drinkers' lifestyles. (Read more about Caffeine Connected to Miscarriage)

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Menopause Treatment Manhattan NYC

Dr. Noam Sadovnik, D.C.

Dr. Noam Sadovnik, D.C.

Dr. Sadovnik's Renewal Center
1085 Park Ave, Suite 1E
NYC, NY 10128
Call (888) 766-1479

Holistic medicine and homeopathy are becoming increasingly popular as many people opt for natural treatments for many health problems including menopause. Dr. Noam Sadovnik in NYC, NY is a licensed physician who practices Homeopathy and Holistic Medicine. He has been very effective in delivering overall health benefits to his patients with FDA cleared natural medicines. Dr. Sadovnik has been a consultant to private corporations too.

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How Long Can a Human Being Live?

How Long Can a Human Being Live?

Dr. Valentin Fuster considers the question of how long can human being live. He begins by describing how the life expectancy of men and women has been extended two or three years per decade since he attended medical school. However, this improvement in life expectancy has come from improved treatments not through promoting good health. (Read more about How Long Can a Human Being Live?)

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Vascular Surgery

Dr. Pravin M. Shah

Dr. Pravin M. Shah

Empowered Doctor Medical Board
83 South Bedford Road Suite 100
Mount Kisco, NY 10549
Call (888) 547-1437

Pravin Shah MD, FACS is a Vascular Surgeon.

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The Benefits of ...Cholesterol?

The Benefits of ...Cholesterol?

If you're one of the many who have been made to be concerned about your cholesterol and are thinking about removing bacon and eggs from the daily menu, you might want reconsider. A new study finds that these traditional breakfast foods may have benefits. Researchers at Texas A&M University found that low cholesterol intake can actually reduce muscle gain from exercise. The team studied 55 men and women, ages 60-69, who were healthy non-smokers and able to perform exercise testing and training. Three days a week for 12 weeks, participants performed several exercises, including stretching, stationary bike riding, and vigorous weight lifting. Additionally, all participants consumed similar meals. (Read more about The Benefits of ...Cholesterol?)

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Massage Therapy Glen Cove, Long Island

Dr. Stephen Lembo, D.C.

Dr. Stephen Lembo, D.C.

North East Spinal Care Center
744 Old Country Road
Plainview, NY 11803
Call (888) 337-9398

Massage therapy can work away years of built up strain, stress and pain. By coming in to North East Spinal Care Center in Glen Cove, Long Island you make the choice to better your life and move towards optimal wellness.

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New Treatment for Bone Re-Growth

New Treatment for Bone Re-Growth

A drug originally used to treat iron poisoning has been found to significantly boost the body's own ability to heal and re-grow injured bones, according to a study from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Researchers injected the drug desferoxamine (or DF), which is designed to reduce iron overload, into injured mouse bones. DF was found to trigger the growth of new blood vessels, which in turn initiated bone re-growth and healing. The bone density surrounding the injury more than doubled to 2.6 cubic millimeters in treated bones versus 1.2 cubic millimeters in untreated bones. Researchers say the blood vessel growth and bone healing was achieved through a cell pathway that helps the body respond to low oxygen levels, a common problem when bone fracture and disease affect blood supply. (Read more about New Treatment for Bone Re-Growth)

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MRI Diagnostic Imaging Manhattan, NYC

Dr. Lawrence Hospital Center Medical Imaging

Dr. Lawrence Hospital Center Medical Imaging

Lawrence Hospital Center
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville, NY 10708
Call (888) 837-8158

Lawrence Hospital Medical Center offers Diagnostic Imaging services to the Manhattan, NYC. Diagnostic Imaging can catch the a disease in its early stages and help your doctor fully understand your condition. For Diagnostic Imaging in the Manhattan, NYC area Lawrence Hospital Medical Imaging Center is one of the most trusted options.

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A Healthy Lifestyle Can Add 14 Years to Your Life

A Healthy Lifestyle Can Add 14 Years to Your Life

Exercise, drinking alcohol moderately, eating enough fruits and vegetables, and not smoking can add as many as 14 years to your lifespan, according to a recent study conducted by the University of Cambridge on 20,000 people between the ages of 45 and 79 years over the course of a decade. All participants were socially mixed though overwhelmingly white, and none had any known cancer or heart problems. (Read more about A Healthy Lifestyle Can Add 14 Years to Your Life)

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Herniated Disc/ Bulging Disc NYC

Dr. Michael Neely, D.O.

NY SportsMed & Physical Therapy
1841 Broadway #900 (at Columbus Circle)
NYC, NY 10013
Call (888) 897-8770

Have a herniated disc, and looking for a doctor in New York City? Dr. Michael Neely and his team of professionals at NY SportsMed & Physical Therapy, in Manhattan, NYC can help treat those ailments with spinal decompression. Dr. Neely and his therapists specialize in non-surgical treatment options, caring for the patient holistically, rather than simply focusing on the symptoms. NY SportsMed & Physical Therapy is conveniently located in Manhattan, NYC, overlooking Central Park.

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Exercise Reduces Menopausal Symptoms

Exercise Reduces Menopausal Symptoms

Natural therapies are becoming increasingly popular among menopausal women seeking to ease their symptoms. A study published in the latest issue of Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention found that a simple, brisk walking routine can reduce various psychological symptoms associated with menopause such as anxiety, stress, and depression. Between 1996 and 1997, 380 women living in Philadelphia were recruited to be observed for at least eight years. The women reported physical activity level and frequency of menopausal symptoms including stress, anxiety, depression, and hot flashes. (Read more about Exercise Reduces Menopausal Symptoms)

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Massage Therapy Glen Cove, Long Island

Dr. Stephen Lembo, D.C.

Dr. Stephen Lembo, D.C.

North East Spinal Care Center
744 Old Country Road
Plainview, NY 11803
Call (888) 337-9398

Massage therapy can work away years of built up strain, stress and pain. By coming in to North East Spinal Care Center in Glen Cove, Long Island you make the choice to better your life and move towards optimal wellness.

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Should We Move Away From Normal Births?

Should We Move Away From Normal Births?

Nearly one in three U.S. births are cesarean and the rate of medical intervention in maternity care continues to rise. Is this a good thing? A recent article in the Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Neonatal Nursing explores the evolution and implications of modern high- tech birthing practices and offers recommendations to reintroduce older practices. (Read more about Should We Move Away From Normal Births?)

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Holistic Medicine Glen Cove, NY

Dr. Stephen Lembo, D.C.

Dr. Stephen Lembo, D.C.

North East Spinal Care Center
744 Old Country Road
Plainview, NY 11803
Call (888) 337-9398

Are you looking to achieve a harmony of mind, body, and soul, but just don't where to begin? Are you interested in receiving the right guidance and treatment that will direct you toward that balance? Then you should receive holistic medicine at North East Spinal Care Center. There, a team of licensed professionals, is committed to giving you that extra boost you need to return to a healthy and active lifestyle.

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Guidelines for a Healthier Heart

Guidelines for a Healthier Heart

The American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association have released a set of guidelines that promote adults ages 18 to 65 to exercise a minimum of five days per week to prevent disease. The guidelines recommend moderate intensity aerobic physical activity, such as brisk walking, for 30 minutes five days a week or vigorous-intensity aerobic activity, like jogging, for 20 minutes three days per week. Also emphasized is strength training a minimum of two non-consecutive days per week and includes 8 to 10 exercises repeated 8 to 12 times. (Read more about Guidelines for a Healthier Heart)

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Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Reno, Nevada

Dr. Shallenberger Frank

Nevada Center for Alternative & Anti Aging Medicine
1231 Country Club Drive
Carson, NV 89703
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Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome can be very mentally exhausting and physically painful, varying in intensity. However, effective natural care can ease the symptoms of these disorders. If you live in or around Reno, Nevada, Dr. Frank Shallenberger, M.D., H.M.D., A.B.A.A.M is an internationally recognized leader in the field of alternative care. He operates alongside a talented team of professionals at the Nevada Center for Alternative & Anti Aging Medicine and specializes in extraordinary personal care.

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Risk Factors for Erosive Esophagitis

Risk Factors for Erosive Esophagitis

Video: Dr. Jonathan Cohen of the Concorde Medical Group discusses Risk Factors for GERD.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD is a common disorder with a high incidence rate in adults of 10 to 38%. Diagnosis and treatment of GERD are important because the disease, in addition to the problematic typical symptoms, has numerous known consequences. GERD can affect a patients' quality of life, decrease functional activity, and increase the risk of esophageal carcinoma. (Read more about Risk Factors for Erosive Esophagitis)

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Muscle Damage, Manhattan, NYC

Dr. Michael Neely, D.O.

NY SportsMed & Physical Therapy
1841 Broadway #900 (at Columbus Circle)
NYC, NY 10013
Call (888) 897-8770

If you have recently discovered that you are having a harder time performing simple physical activities, then you may be suffering from muscle damage. At NY SportsMed and Physical Therapy, in Manhattan, NYC, Dr. Michael Neely, D.O., provides effective treatment for muscles that have been overstrained.

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Relief for Common Foot Problems

Relief for Common Foot Problems

A recent issue of Mayo Clinic Women's HealthSource covers foot problems that are common in women, particularly as they age. Years of frequent high heal wear can cause permanent damage to tendons in the heel and shoes that are too tight can cause problems. Some of these suggestions address common concerns about feet and what to do for relief.

Blisters are caused by the friction of shoes against the skin. Blisters should not be ruptured, and applying a moleskin or bandage helps.

Bunions are misaligned big toe joints where the big toe slants toward the second toe. This can cause the joints to become swollen and tender, especially if aggravated by tight shoes. Wearing wider shoes, as well as cushioning pads or shoe inserts, can help. (Read more about Relief for Common Foot Problems)

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Diabetic Podiatrist Brooklyn NY 10001

 Lisa Shah DPM

Lisa Shah DPM

Manhattan Footcare
133 Smith Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Call (888) 567-6446

Suffering from diabetes and need footcare? Manhattan Foot Care has Board Certified specialists with over 20 years combined experience on the staff.

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