‘Tanning Bed Mother,’ Patricia Krentcil, Sheds Light on 'Tanorexia:' An Addiction to Tan Skin [PHOTOS]
The case of Patricia Krentcil, the mother accused of taking her five-year-old daughter to a tanning salon, has not only had an impact by shocking society, but has shed a light on an "illness" called "tanorexia," an addiction to tan skin. After she was arrested and charged with second-degree child endange...
Can dark chocolate bring down the cholesterol level among diabetics?
One of the ingredients present in dark chocolate may help patients suffering from diabetes to bring down their cholesterol level, thereby reducing the risk of heart disease, according to findings of a new study.
Improve Posture for Surprising Health Benefits
Do you have good posture? Are you hunched over at your desk while typing on the computer? Proper posture may not seem like that big of a deal, but realistically, it truly is. Proper posture is about more than holding your head up high; it is crucial for eliminating any unnecessary strains to certain muscles, joints, bones, or organs.
Walking Your Way Slim
One of my favorite, low-impact aerobic activities is walking. It can be done almost anywhere - indoors or out - and doesn't require fancy, expensive equipment
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‘Tanning Bed Mother,’ Patricia Krentcil, Sheds Light on 'Tanorexia:' An Addiction to Tan Skin [PHOTOS]
- Healthy Living
Can dark chocolate bring down the cholesterol level among diabetics?
- Healthy Living
Improve Posture for Surprising Health Benefits
- Diet & Fitness
Walking Your Way Slim
Science
Premature Births Soar: U.S. On Par With Third-World Countries
May 03, 2012
Over one in 10 babies were born prematurely in the U.S. in 2010.
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London Police Officers Deliver Baby - Despite Language Barrier
May 03, 2012
'Distressed' 999 call gives no clue that Lambeth woman at property police were called to was about to give birth.
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New Foot And Mouth Disease Strain Spreads To Gaza Strip
May 02, 2012
A new strain of foot and mouth disease (FMD) has reached the Gaza Strip and threatens to spread further after first being detected in Egypt and Libya in February, the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) said on Wednesday.
Volumetrics Eating Plan: Why This Dense-Food Diet Will Work For You [VIDEO]
May 02, 2012
The Volumetrics Diet Plan, a new weight-loss trend sweeping the nation, is winning people over with its "eat more" agenda. Unlike diets that revolve around depriving their followers, the Volumetrics eating plan doesn't hold you back when craving a certain type of food.
Science
Garlic 100 Times Better Than Antibiotics For Food Poisoning
May 02, 2012
Garlic is more effective than antibiotics at killing and preventing food poisoning, according to a new study.
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Atilla Kavdir Dead Months After Receiving Triple-Limb Transplant In Turkey
May 02, 2012
Atilla Kavdir, Turkey's world-famous triple-limb transplant recipient, is dead after succumbing to heart and kidney failure.
Luxury Fashion
Vogue's Underage Models: No to Under 16s & Eating Disorders , Says New Policy
May 04, 2012
Vogue's glossy pages will have an additional focus to fashion following the June 2012 issue: Health.
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Study: Red Wine, Blueberries, Passion Fruit Aid In Weight Loss06:49 am BST A new study from Purdue University has discovered the presence of piceatannoI in red wine that has the potential to interfere with fat cell development in the human body. PiceatannoI is a compound found in grapes, blueberries and passion fruit with a structural property simi...
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Alarming Rise in Womb Cancer Deaths in UK09:56 am BST Obesity is cited as the primary reason for the increasing womb cancer deaths.
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