http://fpim.org/news Just another WordPress weblog Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:04:27 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Ten million Americans have Osteoporosis and the Surgeon General reports another 34 million are at risk.  Current projections suggest that by 2020, 1 in 2 Americans over 50 will be affected by this debilitating condition.  Osteoporosis develops when bones break down faster than they are rebuilt resulting in more fragile, ... http://fpim.org/news/?p=93 Osteoporosis literally means porous bones.  It refers to a condition of accelerated bone loss that is complex, involving hormonal, lifestyle, nutritional, and environmental factors.  A comprehensive plan that addresses these issues can protect against osteoporosis.  CALRemeDy® was formulated to assist in the nutritional aspects of prevention; providing optimal amounts ... http://fpim.org/news/?p=86 One of the most difficult elements of being a physician is caring for someone in pain while having nothing to offer.  We are compelled at least to attempt to provide something palliative, when there is no cure.  But, we must all recognize our goals, and as with any intervention, heed ... http://fpim.org/news/?p=81 Given all that we now know about conventional pharmacological treatments of osteoarthritis in contrast with a natural approach using exercise, stress modification and the nutritional supplements glucosamine sulfate and chondroitin sulfate it seems prudent to take the latter approach as a first measure. The natural supplements glucosamine sulfate and chondroitin ... http://fpim.org/news/?p=76 How do I convince thee? Let me count the ways…  Exercise improves heart and lung function, decreases resting blood pressure, decreases body fat, decreases total and LDL “bad” cholesterol, raises HDL “good” cholesterol, increases energy levels, increases tolerance to stress and depression, and controls or prevents the development of diabetes.  Even from ... http://fpim.org/news/?p=71 Protein plays a vital role in building, maintaining and repairing lean body tissues:  muscles, tendons, ligaments, circulatory system, brain, immune system, skin and other organs.  In fact, every cell in the human body contains protein.   Proteins are complex organic compounds that are composed of smaller “building blocks” called amino acids. ... http://fpim.org/news/?p=63 Staying healthy in an unhealthy economy is a challenging yet essential task.  Most of us are trying to cut back on our expenses, but I read some people are putting off doctor’s visits and others even stopping prescription medications!  If you are tempted to take short cuts with your healthcare, ... http://fpim.org/news/?p=55 In November 1991, a news segment on CBS’s “60 Minutes” popularized the “French paradox” - the counterintuitive notion that a French diet of cheese, chocolate, and wine could be associated with improved cardiovascular health. With the proposal that red wine might decrease the incidence of heart disease, consumption increased 44% ... http://fpim.org/news/?p=49 Jane Brody wrote an interesting article for The New York Times on “Flying Healthy” that highlighted the usual precautions: get plenty of rest and take extra vitamins prior to your flight, stay well-hydrated, and get up to move around to maintain good circulation.  Beyond these, she noted some special considerations. ... http://fpim.org/news/?p=46 Lifestyle Changes Could Prevent More Deaths from Colorectal Cancer Than Screening, according to a study published online April 4 in the European Journal of Cancer Prevention.  Researchers from the United Kingdom predict that "realistic" lifestyle modifications involving diet and exercise would lead to a 26% reduction in the number of ... http://fpim.org/news/?p=44