News health 2008-08-15 Andanh.com

Daily Dose: France passes weighty bill Fri, 18 Apr 2008 12:58:00 EST
The French lower house of parliament passed a bill Tuesday "aimed at fighting incitement to extreme thinness or anorexia."

Community Blood Center: 50 years of saving lives Mon, 21 Apr 2008 12:58:00 EST
Dena Ackors had a warm blanket thrown over her lap and was settling in to read a book.

Moore: Grain is golden again Mon, 21 Apr 2008 12:58:00 EST
Quinoa — pronounced (KEEN-wah) — is a seed most commonly considered to be a grain and is a relative of spinach and Swiss chard. Once considered the "Gold of the Incas," quinoa has about twice the protein of regular cereal grains, is a good source of mono and polyunsaturated healthy fats and has fewer carbohydrates.

Turning Point named center of excellence Mon, 21 Apr 2008 12:58:00 EST
The Turning Point Surgical Weight Loss Solutions program, a joint partnership between St. Francis Health Center and Tallgrass Surgical Specialists, has been approved as a United Resource Networks Bariatric Center of Excellence.

Conference on aging to feature expert on geriatric medicine Sat, 26 Apr 2008 01:57:00 EST
Bill Thomas, an international authority on geriatric medicine and eldercare, will headline the program for the 2008 Governor's Conference on Aging Services on May 7-8 in Topeka. His topic is "Eldertopia: The Rise of a New Old Age."

Second grader: There's nothing to fear Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:52:00 EST
Seven-year-old Kasey Sturgeon was watching the news when she saw a story about a family killed in a fire.

Support groups Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:53:00 EST
• Heart Partners, a support group for cardiac patients, 7 p.m. Tuesday, St. Francis Health Center, second floor.

Children need parents to be strong role models with exercise Mon, 05 May 2008 12:39:00 EST
It's time for parents to get in the game.

Edwards: Be wary of spring injuries Mon, 05 May 2008 12:38:00 EST
As a harsh winter season turns into a bright spring, people of all ages are enjoying the outdoors. For many of us, this means athletic activity, whether with friends, in organized leagues, on the golf course or in the garden.

Hydration important before, after exercise Mon, 05 May 2008 12:38:00 EST
Times have changed since mothers cautioned children about waiting 30 minutes after supper before going out to play. In today's world, meals often are sandwiched between family activities.

Diagnosis: Cancer, but hope evolving Sun, 11 May 2008 01:05:00 EST
Four years ago, Linda Martin's life turned upside down. During a routine examination, her gynecologist found a lump in one of her breasts.

Fair promotes safety, healthy living Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:49:00 EST
Getting families to be safe and active together doesn't have to cost a lot.

Two working toward better health Mon, 02 Jun 2008 01:39:00 EST
The Topeka Capital-Journal is embarking on a 52-week adventure of health.

Health of Topekans a growing concern Mon, 02 Jun 2008 01:28:00 EST
One in three Shawnee County adult residents are overweight and eight out of 10 adults in the county don't consume enough fruits and vegetables, according to the 2006 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System.

Gartner: Start off with good attitude Mon, 02 Jun 2008 01:27:00 EST
You know that health and fitness are important in all aspects of your life — for yourself and your family — but how do you get started? If you start a wellness program, do you have to change everything?

Hit the road Mon, 02 Jun 2008 01:29:00 EST
A charter meeting to establish a Topeka-based triathlon club will be at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Southwest YMCA, 3635 S.W. Chelsea. Topeka Triathletes will promote the physical and psychological benefits of multisport, including swimming, cycling and running, as part of a healthy and active lifestyle.

Support group Mon, 02 Jun 2008 01:30:00 EST
The Parkinson support group will meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at Midland Hospice, 200 S.W. Frazier Circle.

Arm your feet with tools they need to fight off summer-related risks Mon, 09 Jun 2008 01:12:00 EST
Priti Lakhani knows a thing or two about bad feet. Not only is she a doctor of podiatric medicine with St. Francis Podiatry, she used to be a dancer.

Gartner: Get going to find magic pill Mon, 09 Jun 2008 01:13:00 EST
We're on week two of our 52 Weeks to a Better You. Hopefully, after reading last week's article, you were inspired to begin this process with us. It's not too late to start — go to cjonline.com/health and join in.

Asthma treatment advances Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:43:00 EST
Roxana Voica called the latest piece of equipment at Topeka Allergy and Asthma Clinic "one of the most important steps in the evolution and treatment of asthma."

Gartner: Keep awash in healthy drinking to lose weight Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:42:00 EST
Welcome to week three of our 52 Weeks to a Better You. If you're following along with our tips, you are already eating breakfast and have begun to walk 15 minutes three or four times a week. Not bad, right?

Better You: Tips from the pros Mon, 23 Jun 2008 01:18:00 EST
How to get started

Gartner: Balance is key to overall health Mon, 23 Jun 2008 01:17:00 EST
This week, in addition to eating breakfast, walking three to four times a week and adding more water into your diet, we are addressing balance.

Incorporate weight training into exercise plan Mon, 30 Jun 2008 01:39:00 EST
OK, you should be five weeks into your new lifestyle. Breakfast should be getting easier to manage, walking should be something you're making time for, you should have a water bottle near you most of the time and you're practicing your balance almost daily. We haven't done anything earth-shattering or too difficult, yet we've made some positive changes for our overall health.

Gartner: Get colorful with fruits, vegetables at grocery store Mon, 07 Jul 2008 01:13:00 EST
Yeah! We've made it six weeks, and you're getting healthier and improving your well-being! I hope you're excited about feeling better and being able to be active in your life. Try to remember to focus on the positive changes you are making.

Tick season hits Kansas Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:34:00 EST
Ticks are always thick in Kansas summers. But these slow-crawling, wingless parasites carry a plethora of diseases dangerous to humans.

Gartner: Pull back on eating out in restaurants Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:36:00 EST
Tip number seven is going to be more challenging for some of our readers than others: Reduce the number of times you eat out at restaurants by half.

Alcoholic beverages can pack on pounds Mon, 21 Jul 2008 02:58:00 EST
Week eight — this one is hard for me, I'll admit. If you drink alcohol, limit it to no more than one drink per day for women, two per day for men.

Camping Dos and Don'ts in food safety Mon, 28 Jul 2008 03:19:00 EST
Sometimes there's more to summer camping than boating, star-gazing and s'mores. Without proper precaution, food-borne illness can become part of the experience.

Gartner: Checkup: Where are you in your fitness makeover? Mon, 28 Jul 2008 03:19:00 EST
Week nine: It's time for a checkup. Are you walking on a regular basis? Are you eating breakfast, drinking enough water and adding new fruits and vegetables to your diet?

Moore: Lowering blood pressure is vital to being healthy Mon, 28 Jul 2008 03:18:00 EST
High blood pressure affects more than 65 million, or 1 in 3, American adults. It often has no warning signs or symptoms. Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to coronary heart disease, heart failure, kidney disease, stroke and blindness.

Gartner: Putting the focus on bettering your core, abs Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:17:00 EST
Week 10: Core. Abs. Tummy. Beer belly. Spare tire. Love handles. Whatever you call it, it's the middle section of your body, the area that I and almost everyone I know struggle with the most.

Rest a weary head and soothe a frantic mind Mon, 11 Aug 2008 01:46:00 EST
Week 11: Are you getting enough sleep?

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