Epigenetics: ‘the science of environmental and lifestyle effects on the expression of inherited characteristics’. We control whether healthy or unhealthy genes are activated by how we eat, sleep and exercise. For me, the practical effects of Epigenetics mean that although my family is laden with overweight people who suffered strokes, heart attacks, and cancer, I […]
May 19, 2012
The TOP FIVE WAYS to Lower Your CANCER RISK- NOW!
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SOURCE: Article by Zosia Chustecka for Medscape Medical News December 7, 2011 — “This is the most comprehensive review of cancer and lifestyle undertaken to date,” said lead author Max Parkin, MD, professor of epidemiology at Queen Mary University, London, UK. “Many people believe that cancer is down to fate or is ‘in the genes,’ […]
May 19, 2012
SUPPORT FOR CANCER PATIENTS IN MD
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Do you or someone you know need help while undergoing cancer treatment? Cancer Support Foundation, Inc is an organization that does exactly what it says: help cancer patients. CSFI does everything but the medical care, providing transportation, eviction prevention, household help, financial assistance and more. They raise money through donations and a variety of fun-filled […]
May 19, 2012
FAST FOOD = GOOD FOOD? – Part 2
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“EATING IN A PINCH” TODAY: LUNCH ON THE RUN I feel regret for committing to a full WEEK of finding fast food that is acceptable for occasional ingestion! Even with relaxed standards, the pickings are slim. So I am looking to YOU, dear reader to clue me into any possibilities that I am overlooking. If […]
May 10, 2012
FAST FOOD = GOOD FOOD? – Part 1
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Do your good eating plans go out the window when you are rushed? I think we can all identify with Bill’s comment: “While I don’t necessarily feel addicted to any type of food my general response to hunger is usually first attracted to the ‘quick-fix’ – as opposed to the task of preparing something fresher […]
Mar 12, 2012
Good News for those with Gluten Intolerance or Celiac Disease
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Trader Joe’s now offers wheat-free, gluten-free tortillas! I think everyone loves shopping at Trader Joe’s. I know I do, for the music and flowers and oh yes- the food. Trader Joe’s brand tortillas have a rice base with a few other safe ingredients like tapioca. Unlike rice products of the past, I found these to […]
Feb 19, 2012
Making a Difference in Childhood Obesity
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I am so impressed by the thoughtful and detailed solutions that Michelle Obama has developed to change the lives of today’s children! If you care at all you will be, too. For a link to her interview on CNN, click here: First Lady on CNN.
Dec 19, 2011
Just in time for Cold and Flu Season
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MEDICAL STUDY CONFIRMS BENEFITS OF PROBIOTICS FOR ACUTE UPPER RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS! A Cochrane Review published in September suggested that probiotics were better than placebo in reducing the number of participants experiencing episodes of acute upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) and reducing antibiotic use. This indicates that probiotics may be more beneficial than placebo for preventing […]
Jul 19, 2011
Do Artificial Sweeteners Help or Hurt?
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Great article in the Huffington Post: “Sugar or Sweetener: Your Body Knows What’s Right”. Good advice and tips; my only disagreement is with her criticism of agave. I think for those who don’t suffer from blood sugar issues agave is a fine sweetener when used sparingly! To Your Health, Diane
Apr 12, 2011
Of ICE CREAM AND INSOMNIA
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Ever wonder why some people diet and never lose weight? The answer for some may be the hours they log in bed. A study by researchers at Columbia University tested the theory that sleep deprivation could lead to weight gain. Over a period of seven days, one group had a full nights sleep, while the […]
