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Health & Fitness > Fitness Basics Exposing fitness myths: 3 of 23
Obesity and FitnessPeople who are obese, but physically fit have a lower chance of dying from overall risks, such as stroke, or heart attack, than those who are inactive and not overweight.A study* targeting people who were over age sixty showed that people who are physically fit live longer, even after other factors are take... More..
Relationships & Family > Relationships & Family (Other) What does it take to build a successful romantic relationship: 17 of 38
Finding ways to stay intimately connected isn't easy. We're so focused on productivity - long work hours, laundry, do the dishes, clean the house - all these issues take precedence on a day to day basis.It might be time to refocus. It will take some mental training, but it can be done.Tomorrow when you come home, or finish wo... More..
Health & Fitness > Sexual Health Women: get your sex drive back: 3 of 6
Not in the Mood for Love? Here are Some Tips from the Experts.According experts, some people find that they are just no in the mood for sex. Physical issues aside, it seems that common everyday stress plays a major role in declining libido - or sexual desire.It is important to maintain our overall health through exercise and ... More..
Health & Fitness > Sexual Health Uses of Viagra: 1 of 1
Viagra is primarily used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction and it has remained a front line treatment. There are several causes of erectile dysfunction that will respond to treatment with Viagra.Erectile dysfunction is defined as an inability to achieve or maintain an erection substantial enough to have sex. Erectile ... More..
Health & Fitness > Disease Prevention Do fish oil supplements promote weight loss and improve cardiovascular health: 1 of 1
Fish Oil Promotes Weight Loss and Improves Cardiovascular HealthFish oil supplements, combined with regular aerobic exercise have been shown to reduce body fat and improve cardiovascular and metabolic health in overweight patients. The combination of exercise and 6 grams of tuna fish oil supplements daily resulted in improved... More..
Health & Fitness > Hypertension & High Cholesterol Hypertension treatment: 5 of 9
Walk for Blood Pressure ControlHigh blood pressure problems seem to be worse in the winter months. The report comes from a study presented at the American Heart Association's 2007 Scientific Sessions.Speculation suggests that blood pressure medication adjustments might be necessary during the cold season. It's not clear why t... More..
Health & Fitness > Sexual Health Steps to promoting sexual health in middle age: 2 of 3
Vacuum Constriction Devices for Erectile DysfunctionIt is estimated that 25 million men suffer from Erectile Dysfunction. Most are over age 65. The first line of treatment of course, is medication. However, many men do not want to take medication. This is where a pump or vacuum constriction (penis pump) device, can be helpful... More..
Health & Fitness > Menstruation & Menopause Menopause treatment: 7 of 7
New Guidelines Issued for Treatment of Vaginal Atrophy that Accompanies Menopause and Aging (1)Vaginal atrophy occurs with menopause and aging and can cause years of discomfort as well as affect quality of life. Hot flashes usually disappear over time whether they are treated or untreated.Vaginal atrophy is accompanied by pai... More..
Health & Fitness > Sexual Health Sexual dysfunction: Symptoms and causes: 4 of 4
Female sexuality is complex. It also has been poorly studied. Since the creation of Viagra healthy sexuality is more openly discussed - but mostly that of men. This is in part due to the strong correlation between erectile dysfunction and heart disease. But what about women - especially in midlife and older? Little research h... More..
Health & Fitness > Cancer Prevention and treatment of cancer: 4 of 4
Advances in Cancer Treatment - 2007The year 2007 yielded both notable and major advances in cancer treatment, according to the annual review of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). The summary has been published in the December issue of Clinical Cancer Advances 2007.Here are a few of the highlights from their rev... More..