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Certain Diabetes Drugs Might Aid Weight Loss
by on Jan.11, 2012, under Health and Fitness
TUESDAY, Jan. 10 (HealthDay News) — A class of newer diabetes drugs that includes exenatide (Byetta, Bydureon) might also be used to help the obese lose weight, Danish researchers report.
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‘Silent Strokes’ Linked to Memory Loss in Elderly: Study
by on Dec.29, 2011, under Health and Fitness
THURSDAY, Dec. 29 (HealthDay News) — In some cases, memory loss among the elderly may be due to so-called "silent strokes," new research suggests.
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Knee Arthritis Striking at Younger Ages, But Weight Loss May Help
by on Nov.07, 2011, under Health and Fitness
SATURDAY, Nov. 5 (HealthDay News) — Arthritis of the knee is
striking Americans at younger ages, new research has found, but shedding a
few pounds if you're overweight may reduce your risk.
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For Older Men, Lowered Testosterone May Mean Muscle Loss
by on Oct.28, 2011, under Health and Fitness
FRIDAY, Oct. 28 (HealthDay News) — Lowered testosterone levels
are associated with the loss of lean muscle mass and lower body strength
in older men, a new study finds.
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Preventing Hearing Loss in Young People
by on Oct.09, 2011, under Preventative Medicine
Practical advice and useful information on the dangers we commonly expose ourselves to that threaten our ability to hear. Deafness is becoming a reality in many people at younger ages than ever before.
Usual Tests for Hearing Loss Caused by Aging
by on Sep.29, 2011, under Uncategorized
Hearing loss due to aging has effects on about a 3rd of older Americans aged 65 to 85, according to the Nation's Institutes of Health. Affected seniors have problems in understanding and responding to conversation.
Hearing loss has effects on the old disproportionately, but it also has effects on the young, even newly born babies. A sequence of tests, including audiometry, general screening, Tune Fork, BAER and Otoacoustic Emissions can help determine the cause and treatment.
The general screening test is the first test performed either as routine care or connected with hearing Problems, and it's done on each ear separately. Te provider will speak words at different levels to check how the patient reacts to sound level. The patient will typically get asked to repeat the words. If he is having Problems hearing the words, the provider will speak loudly to work out if the reply changes.
Tuning Fork Tests involve two-pronged instruments, which create a tone while vibrating. The provide will typically strike the instrument, making it vibrate and create a sound. The vibrations created are used to pinpoint the patient’s capability to hear different sound frequencies in the vibrating area of the middle ear and the eardrum.
The Tuning Fork Test is also used to test for damage sensors, damage of the nerves in the internal ear, or damage in both areas. Primarily based on the patient’s capability to hear the sound, the medicare supplier will be in a position to resolve whether the hearing loss is due only to the nerves or if the problem is the sound reaching the nerves.
The Pure Tone Audiometry process is performed using an audiometer machine, which measures hearing tones thru a headphone so as to define hearing loss. The testing is done by an audiologist who controls the tone and volume of the sounds in the earphones. The patient presses a button or lifts his hand when he hears the sound and the provider keeps changing the sound to check when the patient isn't able to hear it. The audiologist will then increase the volume and repeat the test.
Auditory Brain Stem Response (ABR) or (BAER) brain stem auditory evoke reply is a test planning to identify sensorineural hearing loss by placing electrodes on the scalp and on each earlobe. Clicking noises are then transmitted through the ear[hones and the electrodes measure the brain reaction to the clicking sound. The response is recorded on a graph.
Ultimately, Otoacoustic Emissions Testing (OAE) is a screening test tool used to test the hearing of newborns. Testing involves placing a small mike in the ear canal, which detects any reaction to sounds in the internal ear.
Jeremy J. Ross is a recognised researcher in aging science and he does studies on age spots. To find out more about aging research visit http://www.AmericanAgingResearch.org
Final Phase Fat Loss – Density Training By John Romaniello
by on Aug.10, 2011, under Health and Fitness
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10 Week Weight Loss Challenge!!
by on Aug.05, 2011, under Health and Fitness
Let’s do it!!!!!!!!!!! Week 1: No eating out Week 2. 300 minutes of exercise Week 3: 8 cups of water per day Week 4: 5 fruits/weggies a day Week 5: no sugary foods Week 6: combine first 2 Week 7: combine first 3 Week 8: combine first 4 Week 9: combine first 5 Week 10: combine first…
My Weight Loss Story ♡
by on Jul.16, 2011, under Nutrition
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When I was loosing weight, I also kept thinking, “Every step counts, every step counts” because it really does! That helped motivate me to walk places instead of drive. Helped me workout. Helped me burn extra calories. So try that as well! Also, try to give up something that you feel is not good for you (eg. chocolate/white bread) for a certain amount of time. And ask your friend or family member to do it with you so you have support (and you can make it into a BET, and have it be something really bad if you loose it lol – that should keep you motivated!) At the end of the day, its about being HEALTHY (not skinny) whatever that weight is for you. Dont compare yourself to other people, do what is best for YOU! For disclaimer purposes: Before embarking on any major change in diet or exercise you must consult your local physician. These methods are the ones which work for MY body, my health and well being. But of course, they may differ from person to person. Check out my first health & diet tips video: www.youtube.com Friend me on FACEBOOK www.facebook.com Thanks for Watching! XOXO
The Secret to Losing the Last 10 Pounds of Fat (Fast Fat Loss)
by on Jul.15, 2011, under Health and Fitness
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