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Major Classes of Antidepressants and General Treatment Guidelines
Major classes of antidepressants include:
- Selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). These have become the standard antidepressants. They target the brain chemical (neurotransmitter) serotonin. They are effective and have very moderate side effects. Some may be beneficial in treating anxiety and certain subtypes of depressive disorders unresponsive to previous drugs, including preme...
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Sample Menu for the DASH Eating Plan
By Melanie Thomassian , Health ExpertAs we discussed recently, the DASH Eating Plan was designed to help reduce elevated blood pressure... Read more »
A Daily Food Guide to Lowering Cholesterol
By Melanie Thomassian , Health ExpertThe information below is organized according to the various food groups as a handy reference guide.... Read more »
The Harsh Truth About Trans Fat
By Melanie Thomassian , Health ExpertTrans fats can be found in thousands of processed foods such as candy bars, potato chips, cookies,... Read more »
Sample Meal Plan for Diabetes - 1,600 calories
By Melanie Thomassian, RD , Health ExpertFollowing a suitable healthy diet, and taking taking regular exercise can make a huge difference to... Read more »
Taking Off the Kid Gloves - Two Dieticians "Tell it Like It Is"
By The HealthGal , Health Expert...adapts rapidly. Some people may require very low calorie diets to spur weight loss and in that... Read more »
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Diabetes Diet: Major Food Components in a healthy diabetic diet
Major Food ComponentsCarbohydratesCompared to fats and protein, carbohydrates have the greatest impact on blood sugar. Both the amount and type of carbohydrate affect blood glucose. Carbohydrate... Read more »Prevent Obesity: Weight Management
...day. Naturally, the more severe the daily calorie restriction, the faster the weight loss. Very-low calorie diets have also been associated with better success, but extreme diets can have some... Read more »Alzheimer
Prevention Although there is no strong evidence that any lifestyle change can prevent Alzheimer's disease, studiessuggest that certain behaviors may help protect against mental... Read more »Diabetes Diet: Weight Control for Type 2 Diabetes
...day. Naturally, the more severe the daily calorie restriction, the faster the weight loss. Very-low calorie diets have also been associated with better success, but extreme diets can have some... Read more »Impotence Treatment with Lifestyle Changes
Because many cases of impotence are due to reduced blood flow from blocked arteries, it is important to maintain the same lifestyle habits as those who face an increased risk for... Read more »Related News
Drug Mimics Low-Calorie Diet
November 11, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new drug may help prevent weight gain and insulin resistance. French researchers say the experimental drug, SRT1720, can... Read summary »
Big Breakfast Helps Weight Loss
June 30, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) You've heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Now piling an extra helping on your plate may actually help... Read summary »
Low-Carb Gets Results
August 04, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- When it comes to weight-loss diets, one size does not fit all. A two-year trial comparing three diets suggests different... Read summary »
Big breakfast tied to weight loss
October 03, 2008A new study suggests that breakfast really may be the most important meal of the day, especially if you're trying to lose weight. Researchers put 94... Read summary »
Protein for breakfast may keep dieters on track
September 12, 2008A new study suggests that adding a serving of protein to your breakfast may help keep dieters full and satisfied during the day. The study on... Read summary »
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