Health (General) – Newsletter for February 9, 2011

US Surgeon General approves of Obama’s fat-filled Super Bowl party

NEW YORK – President Barack Obama’s fat-filled Super Bowl party was approved by the U.S. Surgeon General at an event celebrating the White House’s war on childhood obesity.

The White House had served bratwurst, kielbasa, cheeseburgers, deep-dish pizza, Buffalo wings and beer to Obama’s 100 guests gathered for the Steelers-Packers showdown.

“The President is allowed to do …. Read the original article  : here.

Loneliness ‘ups risk of inflammatory diseases’

WASHINGTON – A new study has revealed that chronically lonely people may be at higher risk for certain types of inflammatory disease because their feelings of social isolation trigger the activity of pro-inflammatory immune cells.

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) researchers analyzed 93 older adults for the study.

They screened for gene function among different types … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Loneliness ‘ups risk of inflammatory diseases’.

DMAE Cream In Spotlight

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- There are a huge number of anti aging skincare products in the market and they are mostly sought after by people who want to retain their youthful looks even when they are past their prime. This explains why a number of skincare companies earn huge revenues every year selling their cosmetics …. Source article  : DMAE Cream In Spotlight.

Chocolate Can Worsen Acne?

NEW ORLEANS (GaeaTimes.com)- Chocolate may have some health benefits for human beings but it can also have side effects on skin as a new study points out. Those who have sensitive and acne prone skin should not eat much chocolate to avoid more acne appearing on their skin. The study was conducted on a …. Read the original article  : Chocolate Can Worsen Acne?.

Dogs could be the key to getting sedentary teens off the couch

WASHINGTON – A new study on dog ownership and adolescent physical activity has revealed that the key to get your sedentary teen off the couch is bringing a ‘fun loving’, ‘furry’ dog home.

“You can think of your dog not only as your best friend, but also a social support tool for being active,” said John … Read more >>>.

Michelle Obama to take ‘Let’s Move!’ anti-obesity drive global

NEW YORK – US First Lady Michelle Obama wants to take her signature campaign to reduce childhood obesity to a bigger audience.

During a wide-ranging luncheon interview with reporters, Michelle said she intended to spend part of the coming years shaping a more international message, with a possible focus on issues of maternal and child health. …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Michelle Obama defends ‘fattening’ White House Super Bowl party menu

WASHINGTON – US First Lady Michelle Obama, who has been campaigning against childhood obesity for a year now, has defended the decision to serve bratwurst, cheeseburgers and deep dish pizza at the White House Super Bowl party over the weekend.

“I think I’ve always been very consistent on that front because that’s how I live my … Read more >>>.

E-ciggies ‘are a promising tool to help smokers quit’

WASHINGTON – A new study has found that electronic cigarettes are a promising tool to help smokers quit, producing six-month abstinence rates nearly double those for traditional nicotine replacement products.

The study, led by Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) researchers, found that 31 percent of respondents reported having quit smoking six months after first …. Original article  : E-ciggies ‘are a promising tool to help smokers quit’.

Lack of sleep ‘ups risk of colon cancer’

WASHINGTON – A groundbreaking new study has found that lack of sleep is associated with an increase risk of colon cancer.

Lack of sleep has been already linked with higher risks of obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and death.

Researchers from University Hospitals (UH) Case Medical Center and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine found that individuals … Original source on Gaea Times at : Lack of sleep ‘ups risk of colon cancer’.

Chocolate’s Health Benefits Emerge!

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- The chocolate lovers have reasons to feel happy about. A group of US researchers have found out that the dark chocolate has significant health benefits and the advantages exceed what one can get from fresh fruits. The research has revealed that dark chocolate contains a large amount of antioxidants and …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Chocolate’s Health Benefits Emerge!.