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Can Diabetics Wear Contacts?
Do you have diabetes? Does this make you unsure of whether or
not you can wear contact lenses? Well you're not alone. Diabetes
is well known for causing many vision related problems,
including fluctuating vision and blindness. With such...
Keep Your Brain Happy as You Age
No matter what our current age, we all want to have a healthy body and a healthy mind as we get older.
There is not much pleasure in living a long life if our final years are spent in pain and if we lose our ability to think and remember. As...
MSG...Obesity, Food Addiction, and Bad Health
Eating out as well as eating boxed or canned foods is
commonplace today. Over the last thirty or forty years fast food
restaurants have sprung up on every corner. And almost everyone
eats at one of these quickie restaurants at least once or...
Put on a Party that Everyone Can Enjoy -- Even Guests with Diabetes
(ARA) – People who have diabetes -- a disorder of the metabolism, in which their body has trouble converting food into energy -- must pay close attention to everything they eat. Their bodies do not have the mechanisms necessary to properly...
Weight Loss & The First Steps To Curing Obesity
Obesity has become an epidemic, especially in The United States.
An average of 300,000 Americans die each year and nearly $177
billion is spent on illnesses related to obesity.
Obesity can affect your legs and back. It can raise your...
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Consider The Facts Before Taking Weight Loss Pills
Are you struggling with weight loss? If diet and exercise have left you scratching your head, have you considered weight loss pills to help you lose weight?
You are not alone. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey reported that nearly two thirds of Americans are overweight. Many of these overweight people turn to weight loss pills to help them battle the bulge.
Being overweight is a risk factor for many chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and certain cancers. It also has detrimental effects on self-esteem and confidence. For these many reasons, you may consider weight loss pills to help you lose weight.
If you have tried conventional methods for weight loss, you may find weight loss pills very tempting. When considering weight loss pills, the old adage of ‘buyer beware’ holds true. Be sure to avoid products that make outrageous claims. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Some exceptions would be “pure form” weight loss pills that have been clinically proven such as Ephedra. In fact, the Ephedra ban was lifted in April of this year and is now available to the public once again at www.EphedraEnergy.com
Consider the following questions when evaluating the many weight loss pills available:
· Can I access clinical research on the weight loss pills?
· How much weight do you want to lose and how fast?
· What are the side effects of the weight loss pills?
· Should I go the all natural route or take a prescription?
· How long can weight
loss pills safely be taken?
Consult your Doctor about weight loss pills and discuss the following:
· Your complete medical history
· Ask for a medical examination
· Discuss your weight loss options, including weight loss pills
· Ask about the side effects of weight loss pills
· Arrange a follow-up appointment if you choose to take weight loss pills
If you’ve decided that weight loss pills are right for you, follow these safety measures:
· Take the weight loss pills exactly as noted on the label
· Follow a healthy eating and exercise program
· If you experience side effects, inform your doctor
· Visit your doctor after taking weight loss pills the first month to assess it’s progress
· If the weight loss pills aren’t working – stop taking them!
Following the steps above should help you make an informed decision regarding the right weight loss pill for your body type and desired results. The first real step in any weight loss program starts first with the conscious decision to do something about it. For more information about weight loss, diet supplements, and regulatory changes concerning Ephedra, visit www.DietWeightLossNews.org
About the author:
Todd Brenner is currently the Executive Vice President of Fitness By Design. He serves on the board for A Healthier America and has 18 years of nutritional experience and natural healing. He holds a Masters in Business from University of Louisville. Copyright ©2005
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American Diabetes Association Home Page |
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National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse |
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Diabetes Overview |
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Diabetes News - The New York Times |
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children with DIABETES Online Community |
An online community for kids, families, and adults with diabetes, featuring message boards, chat rooms, and questions/answers from medical professionals. |
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International Diabetes Institute - Diabetes Research, Education ... |
The International Diabetes Institute is the leading national and international centre for diabetes research, diabetes education and diabetes care. |
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Educates and informs people about diabetes, its treatment, prevention, and cure of diabetes. |
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