Nov 19, 2007 -
Pretty mama Julia Roberts and Tom Hanks were on Oprah today promoting their movie, Charlie Wilson's War, which opens in theaters on Christmas day. But the audience members weren't cooing over the Oscar winners on stage; they were admiring the picture of 5-month-old Henry Daniel Moder that proud mom Julia brought to share.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Dietary Changes
- Lifestyle Changes
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Highlights
General Dietary Guidelines
- In 2006, the American Heart Association (AHA) revised its dietary and lifestyle recommendations. The new guidelines specifically recommend limiting daily saturated fat intake to less than 7% and trans fats to less than 1% of total daily calories.
- The AHA recommends consuming plenty of deep-colored vegetables and fruits, eating oily fish at least twice a week, and including whole grains in your daily diet.
Fish
- Women with existing heart disease may consider taking fish oil supplements, suggests 2007 AHA guidelines. Women should include a variety of low-mercury fish in their diet.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
Overview
- Signs and Symptoms
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
- Preventive Care
- Treatment Approach
- Other Considerations
- Supporting Research
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Hypercholesterolemia, or high cholesterol, occurs when there is too much cholesterol in the body. Cholesterol is a soft, waxy, fat-like substance that is a natural component of all the cells of the body. Your body makes all the cholesterol it needs.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
Overview
- Signs and Symptoms
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
- Preventive Care
- Treatment Approach
- Other Considerations
- Supporting Research
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Diabetes is a chronic (long-term) condition marked by abnormally high levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood. People with diabetes either do not produce enough insulin -- a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life -- or cannot use the insulin that their bodies produce. As a result, glucose builds up in the bloodstream.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
Overview
- Signs and Symptoms
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
- Prevention
- Treatment
- Other Considerations
- Supporting Research
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Asthma is a chronic disease that involves inflammation of the lungs. Airways swell and restrict airflow in and out of the lungs, making it hard to breathe. The word asthma comes from the Greek word for "panting."
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Oct 03, 2008 -
Project Runway alum Daniel Vosovic has taken fate into his own hands with his new book, Fashion Inside Out: Daniel V's Guide to How Style Happens From Inspiration to Runway and Beyond ($20).
In it, Daniel reveals his tips on how to become a successful fashion designer. From connecting with the right people to self promotion, this how-to is an informative easy read.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
Overview
- Overview
- Uses
- Dietary Sources
- Available Forms
- How to Take It
- Precautions
- Possible Interactions
- Supporting Research
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Overview
Dietary fiber, found in the walls of plant cells, cannot be digested by enzymes in the human digestive tract but plays an essential role in human health. It is found in all plant-based foods, with most whole foods containing a combination of the two types of fiber, including soluble and insoluble fiber. Both types of fiber help maintain the health of the intestinal tract and promote regular elimination of stool.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
Overview
- Signs and Symptoms
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
- Preventive Care
- Treatment
- Other Considerations
- Supporting Research
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a progressive, degenerative brain disease that results in impaired memory, thinking, and behavior. People with AD experience gradual memory loss as well as impaired judgement, difficulty concentrating, loss of language skills, personality changes, and a decline in the ability to learn new tasks.
The rate of progression is different for each person.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
Overview
- Signs and Symptoms
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
- Preventive Care
- Treatment Approach
- Other Considerations
- Supporting Research
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Myocardial infarction is the technical name for a heart attack. The heart is responsible for pumping blood, which carries oxygen, to every organ in the body – including the heart itself. A heart attack occurs when an artery leading to the heart becomes completely blocked and the heart doesn’t get enough blood or oxygen.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Alternative Names
- Information
Illustrations
Childhood obesity
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Alternative Names
Children and weight problems
Information
In the U.S., at least one out of five kids is overweight. The number of overweight children continues to grow. Over the last two decades, this number has increased by more than 50% and the number of "extremely" overweight children has nearly doubled.
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