Monday, June 04, 2012

All People Who Are Interested In "midlife wellness"

Craig Stoltz

Craig Stoltz, Health Guide

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Health Journalist

Rising Blood Pressure at Younger Age

A report in the journal Circulation reveals--again, but this time with greater detail and authority--that obesity is seriously threatening kids' health. This study shows a rise in blood pressure. Bottom line first Over the past 20 years, the blood pressure of U.S. kids and teens has increased steadily. This rise corresponds closely... Read moreChevron
posted 09/11/2007, comments (0)|
Craig  Stoltz

Craig Stoltz, Health Guide

(Profile)
Health Journalist

Detecting Bipolar Episode Early Key to Control

A news report out of Australia provides intriguing evidence that early detection of a bipolar episode can have a powerful impact on disease control. Let's look. Bottom line first Patients taught to identify the earliest signs of a bipolar episode--lack of sleep being the most significant warning of a manic episodes--can reduce the... Read moreChevron
Craig Stoltz

Craig Stoltz, Health Guide

(Profile)
Health Journalist

Anxiety May Trigger IBS--but it's NOT "All in Your Head"

There's a great new study in the August issue of Gut (the winner in my "favorite medical journal title" competition). It shows how anxiety, stress and other psychological factors can contribute to IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). But it's vital not to misread the findings to mean that this nasty bowel disorder is... Read moreChevron
posted 08/11/2007, comments (0)|
Craig Stoltz

Craig Stoltz, Health Guide

(Profile)
Health Journalist

Choline: Remain Calm, Very Calm

Oh, no, here we go again: Another news report that could trigger flight from a category of foods due to alleged link to disease.The nutrient: CholineThe claim: Raises colon cancer risk The advice: Remain calm, very calmBottom line first There may be an association between consuming foods high in choline--red meat, poultry, and dairy... Read moreChevron
posted 08/07/2007, comments (0)|
Craig Stoltz

Craig Stoltz, Health Guide

(Profile)
Health Journalist

Hold the Latte, Keep the Sun Screen

Anyone concerned about skin cancer will benefit from a quick reality check on recent news stories of a study suggesting caffeine and exercise may cut skin cancer risk. It's been widely reported with misleading headlines that could lead to some unwise behavior. So: Let's take a look.Bottom line firstA mixture... Read moreChevron