Research Review: By Steve Blechman A breakthrough study published on June 21, 2018 in PLOS Biology reported that the equivalent of four cups of coffee (approximately 400 mg of caffeine) may lower the risk of dying from a heart attack! The study was done on mice that were fed pure caffeine, but the researchers feel that approximately 400 mg of caffeine or drinking four cups of coffee could protect the human heart! As ... Xem chi tiết
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ABC Diet: A Beginner’s Guide and Meal Plan
The ABC diet, also known as the Ana Boot Camp diet, is a diet that will allow you to lose weight through a severe calorie restriction. An ABC diet is based on pushing your body into hunger mode to lose weight quickly. Anyone can participate in the ABC diet. While most people don’t believe there are benefits to the diet, if you’re on a weight loss journey, there are significant benefits. The health benefits of this diet include ... Xem chi tiết
Blood Pressure 138/62: What Does It Indicate?
Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD | Medically reviewed by Robin Backlund, BHSc Last update: What does a 138/62 blood pressure mean? A blood pressure reading of 138/62 indicates that the person is in the initial stage of hypertension, a diagnosis that requires confirmation by a trained physician over time. Here is a blood pressure chart according to the latest guidelines of American Heart Association (AHA). When blood pressure ... Xem chi tiết
Tummy Tuck Scar
What is a tummy tuck scar?A tummy tuck scar forms in the areas where your skin heals after tummy tuck surgery. A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) removes excess skin and fat from your belly. The scar is usually thin. It may be raised, recessed, slightly pink or lighter than the surrounding skin.Are there different types of tummy tuck scars?The size and location of tummy tuck scars vary depending on what type of tummy tuck you have. ... Xem chi tiết
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Access all podcasts and videos by clicking the titles below. Interviews, Readings, and Meetings Members share their experience, strength, and hope to bring the Twelve Step program of Overeaters Anonymous to life. Interviews, Readings, and Meetings Specific Focus Podcasts The Fellowship of Overeaters Anonymous recognizes the existence of specific-focus meetings (for a full list, see the oa.org Find a Meeting page) which have ... Xem chi tiết
Blood Pressure 156/101 mmHg: What Does It Indicate?
Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD | Medically reviewed by Robin Backlund, BHSc Last update: What does a 156/101 blood pressure mean? The blood pressure value of 156/101 mmHg clearly indicates that the person is suffering from stage 2 hypertension. This is a medical condition experienced by an individual when their blood pressure readings are [>=140 for systolic and >=90 for diastolic]. Here is a blood pressure chart ... Xem chi tiết
Blood Pressure 119/86 mmHg: What Does It Indicate?
Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD | Medically reviewed by Robin Backlund, BHSc Last update: What is isolated diastolic hypertension (IDH)? IDH is an early indicator of potential cardiovascular disease affecting the heart and kidneys. Understanding IDH is vital for preserving cardiovascular health, particularly considering its distinct characteristics and implications for long-term well-being. While a single reading of 119/86 ... Xem chi tiết
Sliding Scale Therapy
Common sliding scale regimens: Long-acting insulin (glargine/detemir or NPH), once or twice a day with short acting insulin (aspart, glulisine, lispro, Regular) before meals and at bedtime Long-acting insulin (glargine/detemir or NPH), given once a day Regular and NPH, given twice a day Pre-mixed, or short-acting insulin analogs or Regular and NPH, given twice a day The general principles of sliding scale therapy are: The ... Xem chi tiết
Blood Pressure 109/73: What Does It Indicate?
Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD | Medically reviewed by Robin Backlund, BHSc Last update: What does a 109/73 blood pressure mean? The blood pressure reading 109/73 indicates that the person in question has an ideal blood pressure. According to a study “Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure” from Boston University School of Medicine published in ... Xem chi tiết
Blood Pressure 165/92 mmHg: What Does It Indicate?
Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD | Medically reviewed by Robin Backlund, BHSc Last update: What does a 165/92 blood pressure mean? The blood pressure value of 165/92 mmHg clearly indicates that the person is suffering from stage 2 hypertension. This is a medical condition experienced by an individual when their blood pressure readings are [>=140 for systolic and >=90 for diastolic]. Here is a blood pressure chart ... Xem chi tiết