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Dec 04, 2007 -
You've read the harrowing tales that the average American gains around 5 lbs. between Thanksgiving and New Year's. Do you think it is true?
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Nov 21, 2008 -
Weight is one of those topics that makes almost everyone feel uncomfortable. Calling out a person's weight gain or loss not only puts them on the spot, but it can easily do a number on their self-esteem. If Thanksgiving is the holiday that brings your family together, chances are you'll be seeing some relatives you haven't seen for a while, so if they comment on your weight, here are some ways to hold your own.
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Nov 02, 2009 -
There are so many tasty treats to enjoy this time of year, from apple cider donuts to mulled wine. You don't want to go overboard with the calories though, because you'll end up gaining holiday weight even before Thanksgiving arrives. Take this quiz to see if you know which autumnal drinks and foods are more or less than 200 cals.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
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Drug Approval
In 2007, the FDA approved risperidone (Risperdal) for short-term treatment of manic or mixed episodes of bipolar I disorder in children ages 10 - 17. Risperidone (an atypical antipsychotic) and lithium (a mood stabilizer) are the two drugs currently approved for treating pediatric patients with bipolar disorder.
Drug Warnings
- Olanzapine (Zyprexa, Symbex) causes a greater risk for high blood sugar than other atypical antipsychotics, according to updated information added to the drug’s warning label.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
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Drug Approval
In 2007, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the atypical antipsychotic drug aripiprazole (Abilify) for treatment of major depression in adults. Aripiprazole is used for treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. For depression, it is used in combination with antidepressant drug therapy.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
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Angioplasty Versus Drugs
Angioplasty works no better than drug therapy (high blood pressure, cholesterol, anti-platelet, and other medication) in preventing heart attack and stroke in patients with stable coronary artery disease (CAD), according to an important New England Journal of Medicine study. Experts still recommend angioplasty for patients with unstable or severe CAD.
Stents
- Stents coated with drugs may have a slightly higher risk of causing blood clots than bare metal stents, according to FDA meetings held in late 2006.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
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Drug Approval
In 2007, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved lisdexamfetamine (Vysvanse), a new stimulant drug for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The active ingredient in lisdexamfetamine is similar to dextroamphetamine, the drug used in Dexedrine and Adderall.
Drug Warning
In 2007, the FDA instructed the manufacturers of all ADHD drugs to include drug warning labels describing the risks for heart and psychiatric side effects.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
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Neuroimaging Techniques May Help Diagnose Narcolepsy
Neuroimaging techniques, such as CT and MRI scanning, have allowed researchers to characterize brain function throughout the sleep-wake cycle in the normal human brain. At the present time, few research studies have evaluated the brains of people with sleep disorders using these neuroimaging techniques. More studies involving people with sleep disorders, such as narcolepsy, will be required to gather data to help researchers diagnose, classify, treat, and monitor sleep disorders more effectively.
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Nov 26, 2008 -
Of course we're going to enjoy the traditional treats on Thanksgiving, indulging in a piece of pumpkin pie and savoring our family's special stuffing. Selecting one piece of pie and refraining from returning for a second helping of that stuffing is the way to walk away from the meal without guilt. Subsisting on Thanksgiving leftovers for the week that follows is what causes the holiday pounds, so prevent holiday-related weight gain by ditching the high-calorie culprits.
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