Screening For Prostate Cancer May Not Reduce Deaths

According to a recent research report screening men for prostate cancer may not reduce the number of deaths from the disease.

With the blood test prostate specific antigen (PSA) doctors look for high levels of the antigen in the blood to make a diagnosis. PSA and a physical examination are the routine screening for prostate cancer

PSA and a physical examination have become the routine screening for the disease but became controversial and in some cases viewed as risky.

According to the study there was no difference in the number of prostate cancer deaths between those who were screened and those who where not.

The study involved 9,026 men, 1,500 were randomnly selected and screened every three years from 1987-1996. The others were not screened.

Researchers reported that the death rates from prostate cancer was similar in both groups.

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Prostate Cancer Test Doesn't Cut death risk.

Have a "true" snack.: 10 Healthful Snacks That Won't Break the Calorie Bank - US News & World Report

May be you feel like snacking, but you are on a calorie-control diet.
May be you missed lunch today.
May be you just feel hungry.
Well! Don't be despair, there are some healthy snacks that wouldn't cost you in calories.

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Have a "true" snack.: 10 Healthful Snacks That Won't Break the Calorie Bank - US News & World Report

Tai Chi Has Health Benefits-Study

The ancient practice of Tai chi has gained favour at Harvards Medical School for its health benefits with people of all ages.

The alternative medicine is a combination of martial arts and deep breathing and has benefits for everyone from children to seniors.

Several research studies have linked it to reducing health risk factors that cause disease.

At one study at Harvards researchers reviewed 26 different studies in english and chinese and found that in 85% of trials it lowered blood pressure.


Other health benefits reported are:
-Improve quality of life for breast cancer patients
-Improve quality of life for Parkinsons sufferers
-Maintainance of bone density in postmenopausal women
-Cardia vascular fitness
-relief of stress and anxiety

Tai chi is also known to improve balance, flexibilty and strength.

Your iPod and BlackBerry Can Hurt Your Health - US News and World Report

The way you use your iPod or Blackberry could be risky to your health.

According to a recent report there are ways to promote health while using them:
-Don't multi-task
-Take a break from texting to exercise
-Keep the volume down

Read the report:
Your iPod and BlackBerry Can Hurt Your Health - US News and World Report

Do your texting while standing or walking,this will burn excess calories and keep you physically active.

Orthorexia: An Unhealthy Obsession With Healthy Eating - US News and World Report

This is an article on 'Orthorexia'; although not formerly recognized as a psychiatric diagnosis, it is an eating disorder. Orthorexic individuals are obsessed with healthy eating alienating anything but their perfect diet. Healthy eating is important for health and longevity, but persons with orthorexia, according to experts, take it to the extreme and would eliminate certain classes of food altogether. Experts believe that the problem is more common because of the large number of messages on the risks of obesity and benefits of healthy eating. Read the report: Orthorexia: An Unhealthy Obsession With Healthy Eating - US News and World Report. Consumer health education is available online to teach and educate people about healthy eating and making the right choices.

This article highlights the importance of consumer health education and not just the sharing of information. Healthy eating is about eating a variety of food from all four food groups. This healthy eating guide is based on Canada Food Guide and is easy to follow, it is a useful tool for developing a healthy eating pattern.

Read about this health program.


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