Posted By Clod on October 31, 2012
Treating noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland with the drug Proscar (generic propecia) reduces episodes of urinary retention and the need for surgery by more than 50 percent, a recent long-term study has found. The results contradict an earlier 1-year study that concluded Proscar worked no better than a placebo. (more…)
Posted By Clod on October 16, 2012
Diet comes from a Greek word that means “way of life.” So why does the word “diet” have such a negative connotation? Well, most people assume “diet” implies starvation and deprivation. Not true. Any eating plan that makes you feel hungry and deprived forces your metabolism to slow down and you actually end up reserving fat stores. (more…)
Posted By Clod on October 15, 2012
When visiting our child’s school and classroom regularly, we accomplish three things. One, we communicate to the teachers our interest in our child’s education. Two, we become aware of the environment in which our child is growing up. We learn the culture of the school and the type of experiences to which the child is exposed. Three, with our actions, we communicate to our child that education is very important to us, so important that we are willing to ask for time off from work to visit his or her school. Remember that we cannot be partners in any project if we do not make the effort to know our partners. An education for our children is one of our most important projects. (more…)
Posted By Clod on October 5, 2012
Once again we are bombarded with the horrifying news of yet another school shooting. As parents we fear our power is somehow lost. We are fearful and terrified by the thought of our children’s schools turning into shooting galleries and of our children losing their safety. (more…)
Posted By Clod on October 1, 2012
Good news for veggie lovers, new findings show that vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage and bok choy may help to protect against lung cancer, according to a report published in the August 26th issue of Lancet journal. Researchers found that broccoli and other vegetables in the cruciferous vegetable group protect against lung cancer because they contain chemicals known as isothiocyanates. (more…)
Posted By Clod on September 27, 2012
If you do grow your own stevia, here are a few hints on picking and drying your plants. The best time of day to pick is after the dew has evaporated, but before the sun is hot enough to dry all the volatile oils and therapeutic properties from the plants. Don’t pick the herbs when they’re wet if you’re planning to dry them. They may become moldy. (more…)
Posted By Clod on September 27, 2012
There is a huge interest in weight loss and reducing sugar intake for greater health! Here’s some herbal insight … it’s called stevia. For all of you out there who have a sweet tooth but don’t like to see the calories sugar brings, stevia is a wonderful alternative. (more…)
Posted By Clod on September 11, 2012
The thyroid supplements used to treat hypothyroidism contain natural hormones normally made by the thyroid gland. As long as they are prescribed at the proper dose, there should be no side effects. However, if excessive amounts are given, then an individual can have mild symptoms of hyperthyroidism including jitteriness, racing heart and headaches. (more…)