Stress

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• The Body's Response
• Complications
• Conditions with Similar Sym...
• Treatment
• Risk Factors
• Lifestyle Changes
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights

• Some people are pre-programmed for a heightened response to stress by conditions in the womb. Pregnant women under stress who eat a diet high in protein and low in carbohydrates have babies with higher cortisol levels. Later on, these levels increase in response to stress.
• The impact of stress on the heart and circulation system is becoming more clear. - 0 Comments
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Cholesterol

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Cholesterol's Effect on the...
• Cholesterol's Effect on the...
• Risk Factors
• Symptoms
• Diagnosis
• Lifestyle Changes
• Treatment
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights New Guidelines for Children and Adolescents In 2007, the American Heart Association (AHA) established new guidelines for assessing and treating high cholesterol in children and adolescents. According to the AHA’s scientific statement:

• LDL (“bad") cholesterol goals for children should be 190 mg/dL or less for children without heart disease risk factors and 160 mg/dL or less for children with heart disease risk factors.
• Children who are overweight or obese, as well as those with a family history of high cholesterol and heart disease, should get their cholesterol levels checked.
• For overweight and obese children with cholesterol imbalances, diet changes and exercise should be tried before drug treatment. For children with cholesterol imbalances who have a family history of cholesterol and heart problems, statins are the best first-line drug therapy.

Herbs and Supplements

• Garlic, whether raw or in supplement form, does not help lower LDL in patients with moderately high LDL levels, according to a 2007 Archives of Internal Medicine Study.
• Policosanol, a dietary supplement derived from sugar cane, has no effect on cholesterol, indicates a 2006 Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) study.

Diet Plans

• In a 2007 JAMA comparison study of four diet plans (Atkins, Ornish, Zone, and LEARN), the low-carbohydrate Atkins diet was best at raising HDL (“good cholesterol”) levels and lowering triglyceride levels, but did not affect LDL levels. - 0 Comments
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Weight control and diet

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Biological and Medical Caus...
• Cultural and Emotional Caus...
• Risk Factors
• Complications
• Weight Loss and Maintenance...
• Weight Management
• Medications
• Other Treatments
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Cancer and Weight Control:

• Cancer prevention guidelines from the American Cancer Society stress the importance of maintaining a healthy weight throughout life. A healthy weight is even more important than eating specific healthy foods, when it comes to cancer prevention.

Drug Warning:

• The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers not to buy a product known as the "Brazilian diet pill." This product is labeled as a dietary supplement, but contains several chemicals found in powerful prescription drugs. - 1 Comment
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Obesity

Oct 08, 2008 - Overview

• Signs and Symptoms
• What Causes It?
• Risk Factors
• Preventive Care
• What to Expect at Your Provider's Office
• Treatment Options
• Other Considerations
• Supporting Research

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Being overweight or obese puts you at risk for a number of diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, gallbladder disease, osteoarthritis, and respiratory disorders. The risk of developing these diseases is even higher when weight is concentrated near the waist. Obesity is an increasing problem. - 2 Comments

Physical activity

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Alternative Names
• Information

Illustrations Exercise can lower blood pressure Aerobic exercise Benefit of regular exercise Flexibility exercise Isometric exercise Exercise and age Exercise with friends Exercise - a powerful tool Preventative medicine Exercise and heart rate HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Physical activity is any activity that causes your body to work harder than normal. The actual amount of physical activity you need depends on your fitness goals, whether you are trying to lose weight, and how fit you are right now. Alternative Names Fitness recommendations; Exercise Information Physical activity can help you:

• Burn calories and reduce body fat
• Reduce your appetite
• Keep your current weight and control it

For the purpose of weight loss, physical activity works best when you also reduce the amount of calories you take in from food and drinks. - 0 Comments

Epilepsy

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Causes
• Outlook and Effects
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Treatment After The First S...
• Medications
• Surgery
• Lifestyle Changes
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Drug Approval In 2007, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved levetiracetam (Keppra) for treatment of primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures in adults, and children ages 6 years and older, who have idiopathic generalized epilepsy. Levetiracetam was previously approved for partial-onset seizures and myoclonic seizures. Carbamazepine and Genetic Testing In 2007, the FDA recommended that patients of Asian ancestry get a genetic test prior to taking carbamazepine (Tegetrol, Equetro, Carbatrol). - 0 Comments

Headaches - tension

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Prognosis
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Diagnosis
• Managing Tension-Type Heada...
• Medications
• Treatment
• Lifestyle Changes
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Global Prevalence of Tension-Type Headache Tension-type headaches account for nearly half of all headaches, according to a 2007 study in Cephalagia. The researchers estimated that more people are disabled by tension-type headache than by migraine. Causes of Tension-Type Headaches Doctors are not really sure why tension-type headaches occur. - 2 Comments

Eating disorders

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Risk Factors
• Causes
• Complications of Bulimia...
• Complications of Anorexia...
• Symptoms
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Treatment for Bulimia
• Treatment for Anorexia
• Therapy
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Eating Disorders Overview

• Eating disorders typically occur among young women.
• Bulimia nervosa involves a pattern of bingeing and purging. Many people with bulimia nervosa also suffer from depression.
• Anorexia nervosa involves a pattern of self-starvation. Patients often have an accompanying anxiety disorder (such as obsessive compulsive disorder) or depression. - 1 Comment
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Headaches - cluster

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Cluster Headaches
• Causes
• Prognosis
• Risk Factors
• Diagnosis
• Managing Cluster Headaches...
• Treatment for Acute Attacks...
• Preventive Medications
• Surgery
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Verapamil May Cause Heart Problems Verapamil (Calan) is a blood pressure medication that is used "off-label" as a first-line preventive treatment for cluster headaches. However, when used for cluster headache, this drug may sometimes cause dangerous disturbances in heart rhythms (arrhythmia), according to a 2007 study in Neurology. The researchers recommend that patients who take verapamil should receive regular electrocardiograms to monitor for any signs of potential heart problems. - 0 Comments