Stomach-Acid-Suppressing Drugs May Raise Risk of Death After Angioplasty

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota TUESDAY, Nov. 17, 2009 (Health.com) — Heart patients who take certain stomach-acid-suppressing drugs to prevent gastrointestinal bleeding may be at increased risk of dying after a cardiac procedure, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Heart Association (AHA) in Orlando. Researchers at Mount Sinai Medical Center, in New York City, reported that patients who underwent...

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The Slim Way to Organize Your Kitchen

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota The first place to start? The refrigeratorFirst, ditch the soda—regular and diet (carbonation plus artificial sweetners equals bloat), and replace it with water and iced green tea. Better yet, try the CarbLovers Fat-Flushing Cocktail: Take 2 quarts brewed green tea and add the juice of 1 lemon, 1 lime, and 1 orange. Mix all ingredients together in a large pitcher. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days....

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Scientists Map Genetic 'Blueprint' of Heart

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota THURSDAY, Sept. 13 (HealthDay News) -- Researchers have identified the genetic "blueprint" for how a heart becomes a heart -- a sort of instruction manual for building a fully functioning heart from embryonic stem cells.The scientists reprogrammed embryonic stem cells from mice into beating heart cells. Then they removed and analyzed DNA from developing and mature heart cells to determine which aspects...

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Non-Alcoholic Red Wine May Boost Heart Health

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota Non-Alcoholic Red Wine May Be Effective at Lowering Blood PressureBy Denise MannWebMD Health NewsReviewed by Louise Chang, MDSept. 6, 2012 -- Much research has touted the health benefits that come from drinking moderate amounts of red wine.Now, a new study may extend some of these benefits to teetotalers. Non-alcoholic red wine may be even more effective at lowering blood pressure in men who are high risk for heart attack. The study findings appear in Circulation Research.The study included 67 men...

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Health Tip: What's a Heart-Healthy Diet?

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota (HealthDay News) -- A heart-healthy diet focuses on plenty of healthy, high-fiber foods while avoiding foods that are high in fat, salt, sugar and cholesterol.The womenshealth.gov website offers these specifics:Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables and whole-grain foods.Eat fat-free or low-fat cheese, milk and yogurt.Choose lean proteins, such as eggs, nuts, dried beans, lean meats and poultry without skin.Choose...

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Heavy Drinkers at Greater Risk for Stroke

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota Drinking 3 or More Alcoholic Drinks a Day Raises Stroke RiskBy Denise MannWebMD Health NewsReviewed by Louise Chang, MDSept 10, 2012 -- Heavy drinkers may be at a much greater risk for a bleeding stroke, a new study suggests.People who drank about three or more alcoholic drinks per day also had the strokes almost a decade and a half before those who didn't drink quite as much. The findings appear in Neurology.Exactly how heavy drinking may raise risk of this type of stroke is not clear.The study included...

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Common Painkillers May Be Risky After Heart Attack

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota By Salynn BoylesWebMD Health NewsReviewed by Louise Chang, MDSept. 10, 2012 -- Heart attack survivors who take commonly used pain relievers have a higher risk of dying or having another heart attack, new research shows.The Danish study adds to the evidence linking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as celecoxib (Celebrex), diclofenac (Voltaren), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), and naproxen (Aleve) to poorer outcomes in heart patients.Using the painkillers after a first heart attack was...

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Many Heart Attacks May Go Unrecognized in Seniors

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota By Steven ReinbergHealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Sept. 4 (HealthDay News) -- Far more older people than thought may suffer heart attacks that are never diagnosed, a new study suggests.These so-called "silent heart attacks" can increase the risk of dying as much as any confirmed heart attack does, the researchers added.To reach their conclusion, the study authors used sophisticated MRI scans to spot heart...

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Fish Oil Fizzles for Fighting Heart Attack, Stroke

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota By Salynn BoylesWebMD Health NewsReviewed by Louise Chang, MDSept. 11, 2012 -- Millions of people take omega-3 supplements to improve their heart health, but new evidence questions their benefit.Researchers looked at 20 studies involving nearly 70,000 people, many of whom were heart patients. Adding omega-3 to their diet did not appear to lower the chance of having a heart attack or stroke or lower the risk of death from these and other causes.Many people take fish oil capsules to get omega-3. But,...

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More Patients With Irregular Heartbeat Recognize Stroke Risk: Survey

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota FRIDAY, Sept. 7 (HealthDay News) -- Patients with atrial fibrillation -- a heart rhythm disorder -- are increasingly aware of the link between their condition and the increased risk of stroke, according to a recent survey.Atrial fibrillation is a quivering or irregular heartbeat that affects about 2.7 million people in the United States.A 2011 survey of more than 500 people with atrial fibrillation found...

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Longer Resuscitation After Cardiac Arrest May Be Warranted, Study Suggests

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota TUESDAY, Sept. 4 (HealthDay News) -- Longer resuscitation efforts improve the chances of survival in patients who suffer cardiac arrest in a hospital, new research contends.The finding, published Sept. 4 in The Lancet, may be controversial, since it challenges the common belief that it's futile to extend resuscitation in patients who do not respond immediately, the study authors said.However, study lead...

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Some Minor Strokes Lead to Disability

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota By Denise MannWebMD Health NewsReviewed by Louise Chang, MDSept 13, 2012 -- Minor strokes and transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) are red flags for full-blown strokes in the future. But new research suggests that they can lead to disability in their own right.A TIA, sometimes called a "mini stroke," causes stroke-like symptoms, but they last for less than 24 hours.Fully 15% of 499 people who had a minor stroke or TIA had some disability 90 days later. The type of disability seen in the study included...

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Men More Prone to Depression After Stroke: Study

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota THURSDAY, Sept. 13 (HealthDay News) -- Although depression affects about one-third of all stroke victims, male stroke survivors are more likely to become depressed than females, a small new study suggests.The gap may be due to men putting extra stock into the notion that they will enjoy good health, one of the researchers explained.Many of these male stroke survivors "may be accustomed to, and value...

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desoximetasone - topical, Topicort, Topicort LP

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage USES: This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Desoximetasone reduces the swelling, itching and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.HOW TO USE: Use this medication...

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calcipotriene - topical, Dovonex, Sorilux

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota Psoriasis Psoriasis is a long-term skin condition that may cause large plaques of red, raised skin, flakes of dry skin, and skin scales. There are several types of psoriasis, including psoriasis vulgaris, guttate psoriasis, inverse psoriasis, and pustular psoriasis. Symptoms vary depending on the type of psoriasis the patient has. Treatment of psoriasis may include creams, lotions, oral medications,...

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Health Tip: If You Have Eczema

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota (HealthDay News) -- Eczema, also called contact dermatitis, can occur when the skin touches a substance that triggers an allergic reaction. Though actual substances vary by person, common triggers include fragrances used in perfumes or chemicals used in sunscreens.The Cleveland Clinic offers these suggestions to help avoid a flare of allergic eczema:Avoid exposure to any substance that triggers a skin...

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capsaicin - topical, Capsagel, Salonpas-Hot, Zostri

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage USES: This medication is used to treat minor aches and pains of the muscles/joints (e.g., arthritis, backache, sprains). It may also be used to treat nerve pain. Capsaicin works by decreasing a certain natural substance in your body (substance P) that helps pass pain signals to the...

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methoxsalen - oral

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota Psoriasis Psoriasis is a long-term skin condition that may cause large plaques of red, raised skin, flakes of dry skin, and skin scales. There are several types of psoriasis, including psoriasis vulgaris, guttate psoriasis, inverse psoriasis, and pustular psoriasis. Symptoms vary depending on the type of psoriasis the patient has. Treatment of psoriasis may include creams, lotions, oral medications,...

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halobetasol - topical, Ultravate

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage USES: This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Halobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high potency) corticosteroid.HOW...

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clobetasol foam - topical, Olux

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage USES: Clobetasol is used to treat certain scalp and skin conditions (e.g., psoriasis, dermatitis, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid.HOW TO USE:...

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Health Tip: Help Prevent a Poison Ivy Rash

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota (HealthDay News) -- Touching or even getting close to a poison ivy plant can result in an itchy, uncomfortable rash anywhere from head to toe.The Nemours Foundation offers these suggestions to help protect children from a poison ivy rash:Teach kids to recognize poison ivy plants, and to stay away from them.Don't allow children to play in areas where you know poison ivy lives.Accounting for the hottest...

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Could Bacteria in Skin Mites Help Cause Rosacea?

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota By Amanda GardnerHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Aug. 30 (HealthDay News) -- Bacteria carried by tiny mites on the skin might be responsible for the common dermatological condition known as rosacea, researchers say.If this theory does prove to be true, then new and better treatments for rosacea may be on the way, according to a review published online Aug. 30 in the Journal of Medical Microbiology. One...

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Health Tip: If You Have Rosacea

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota (HealthDay News) -- If you have the skin condition rosacea, you should avoid harsh cleansers that may worsen symptoms, the National Rosacea Society says.Here are the society's skin-cleansing recommendations:Wash with a gentle cleanser that's made for your type of skin.Gently use your fingertips, never a sponge or washcloth.Use lukewarm water to rinse your face.With a thick, cotton towel, gently blot...

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11 Delicious Mini Meals

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota Sometimes we snack too much during the day or we don’t feel like cooking a huge dinner. These downsized recipes are your answer. The tasty nibbles have all the flavor of full-sized meals and desserts but half the calories. Mini Quiches Get the classic egg-and-cheese taste without slaving over the oven. This dish cooks in just 5 minutes, and for an added boost of veggies and a low-cal kick, serve with some salsa on the side. Ingredients: Hard-cooked eggs, puff-pastry shells, fresh sage, fontina cheese,...

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benzoyl peroxide - topical, Benoxyl, Benzac AC, Benzac W,

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage USES: This medication is used to treat mild to moderate acne. It may be used in combination with other acne treatments. When applied to the skin, benzoyl peroxide works by reducing the amount of acne-causing bacteria and by causing the skin to dry and peel.HOW TO USE: Read the Patient...

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7 Low-Fat Pork Meals

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota Pork is lean, rich in protein, and packed with more savory flavor than your typical chicken breast. Enjoy these seven healthy and delicious dinners that will have you saying, "Pork, please." Horseradish-Crusted Pork Tenderloin Japanese breadcrumbs, scallions, and horseradish give a kick to this simple pork-and-veggie dish. Ingredients: Brussels sprouts, cumin seeds, olive oil, sweet potatoes, pork tenderloins, reduced-fat mayo, panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), scallions, horseradish, lime juice Calories:...

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Colorful Produce For a More Nutritious You

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota By Melissa RobertsFrom Health magazine If you’re looking for an easy way to optimize your diet, go for color. Fruits and veggies of all shades contain phytonutrients—plant compounds that work together to protect your health."These phytonutrients include antioxidants like carotenoids and anthocyanins that give produce its color and may play a role in preventing age-related diseases like cancer and heart disease," explains Elizabeth J. Johnson, PhD, associate professor at Tufts University.Discover what...

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7 Lucky Irish Recipes

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota Known for its hearty fare, Irish cuisine also offers vitamin-packed cabbage and fiber-filled potatoes. If you make these seven recipes, you'll be lucky, because you'll get the savory flavors of Ireland without all the calories. Potato-Cabbage Soup Cabbage and scallions give this soup its green hue, plus a boost of vitamin C. Ingredients: Olive oil, unsalted butter, savoy cabbage, scallions, garlic, chicken broth, potatoes Calories: 207 Try this recipe: Potato-Cabbage SoupNext: Cheddar-Ale Soup View...

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8 Festive Treats Under 80 Calories

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8 Poolside Treats Under 80 Calories

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Enjoy Thanksgiving While Keeping Cholesterol in Check

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota It may not be a good idea to slather your turkey with gravy or go for that second piece of pie, but you can enjoy the holidays without spiking your cholesterol. Easy Butternut Squash RisottoThe heart-healthy monounsaturated fats of olive oil give this dish a buttery quality without the cholesterol. Sage adds a somewhat sweet flavor and acts to reduce inflammatory responses in the body. Try this recipe: Easy Butternut Squash Risotto Next: Apple, Sage, and Chestnut Stuffing View the original article...

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8 Game-Day Snacks Under 80 Calories

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10 Fresh corn recipes

Corn is a low-cal way to add the sweet taste - and a little crunch - to your summer meals. Try these 10 creative recipes with your favorite summer vegetarian.Mexican roasted corn salad with buttermilk dressing Blend Mexican and Mediterranean ingredients with the fresh-tasting salad. Corn, lime and chili powder, combined with grape halves and Parmesan, make flavor-packed one more than 200 calories for something.Ingredients: Lemon juice, olive oil, Ancho chili powder, paprika, salt, corn, low-fat buttermilk, parmesan cheese, red grape, mixed green,...

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America's healthiest Superfoods for women

By Laurie MrThe health magazineYou love to eat, but also love, you feel me great. They can both if you choose foods that you make smarter, leaner, stronger - and then in delicious new ways.We have made easy with the to do health top 10 of Superfoods for women. You have been chosen by our panel of experts for their mega-benefits - building and energy increase bone, fat busting and the fight against of the disease.What is even more tasty: If you mix and match these America's healthiest choice, super combos with even more power - a breakfast, which...

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10 Tasty Tomato Recipes

AppId is over the quotaAppId is over the quota Use this versatile summer fruit in pastas, pizzas, and salsas. No matter how you slice and dice them, tomatoes bring a juicy, sweet flavor to your favorite recipes. Roasted Tomato and Artichoke Flatbread PizzaTomatoes and artichoke hearts add a Mediterranean flair to this simple recipe. Their savory flavor complements the bitter arugula in this veggie-packed pizza that is under 300 calories. Ingredients: Grape tomatoes, artichoke hearts, extra-virgin olive oil, naan flatbreads, fresh Parmesan cheese,...

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You'll love No.-Cook meals

Recipes by Lori PowellSo switch to hot the stove? No need-to make our delicious throw together dinner!Lobster PanzanellaPick up treat boiled lobster from the seafood counter for the world's easiest day of the week.Ingredients: Lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil extra, sea salt, ground black pepper, cooked lobster meat, cherry tomatoes, shallots, fresh chives, fresh basil, whole wheat breadCalories: 167Try this recipe: lobster PanzanellaNext: Tuscan Kale with almonds, plums and goat cheeseView the original article h...

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Yeast infection

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