Information and opinions on health from C.ROBLES at HealthCentral.com. HealthCentral.com is one of the top health destinations on the Web, with more than 35 condition-specific, wellness and general health Web properties. http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/219810/index http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/219810/rss self application/xml en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/219810/index http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/219810/160855/infographic Tue, 14 May 2013 10:32:00 -0400 C.ROBLES       Rheumatoid Arthritis, or RA, comes with physical challenges that can make traditional exercise very difficult. But, rethinking exercise and modifying movements to suit your ability can help you stay active, even if that means making lunch or walking from your kitchen to your couch. Here are some examples of appropriate exercises for different severity levels of RA.   CLICK IMAGE TO... http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/219810/160855/infographic http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/219810/159776/infographic-starters Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:49:00 -0400 C.ROBLES 20.4 million Americans practice yoga - of current non-yogis, 44.4 percent of Americans are interested in trying yoga. With benefits from, flexibility, stress relief and even it's positive impact on your sex life, why haven't you started? Here's a simple guide to help you hit the mat with confidence: http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/219810/159776/infographic-starters http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/219810/159544/infographic-cooking Tue, 05 Mar 2013 12:05:00 -0500 C.ROBLES As most of you know, when cooking your food you should ditch the fryer and baked goods but how do the other cooking methods affect your food? The way you cook can make a big difference in how nutritious your meals really are.   Some studies suggest that certain foods actually benefit from cooking because heat helps release antioxidants. On the other hand, heat can break down and destroy 15 to 20% of vitamins in vegetables, especially... http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/219810/159544/infographic-cooking http://www.healthcentral.com/sexual-health/c/219810/158681/importance Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:35:47 -0500 C.ROBLES Studies suggest that men live longer in direct proportion to the frequency of sex, while women live longer in direct proportion to the quality of sex. So not only does being healthy support your sex life, but sex actually supports your health. Here’s our guide to sexual health:   [ RELATED ARTICLES]   Why sex matter http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/2922/10762/sex-matters   10 Ways that Sex May be... http://www.healthcentral.com/sexual-health/c/219810/158681/importance http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/219810/158342/resolution Mon, 07 Jan 2013 12:01:00 -0500 C.ROBLES It's the New Year and once again you've created a list for shaping the new you. But statisitics show that only 8 % of U.S. population achieves their resolution. If you want to be part of the 8 %, try these tips to success. http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/219810/158342/resolution http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/219810/157820/ace-race Mon, 10 Dec 2012 16:57:00 -0500 C.ROBLES There’s no question that more and more people are taking on the challenge of running long-distance races.  In 2011, more than 1.6 million people finished distance races in America, about a 75 percent increase from 2000. Here’s how you can join the crowd. (click to enlarge) http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/219810/157820/ace-race http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/219810/157323/holidays Tue, 20 Nov 2012 13:18:00 -0500 C.ROBLES With the holidays fast approaching, you’re likely juggling work deadlines, travel plans, gift shopping and orchestrating family gatherings—all the while fighting the temptation of office treats, family feasts and cocktail hours. It’s easy to gain weight or get a little overwhelmed. Here are some tips to help you avoid both.   [click to enlarge]  [Click to... http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/219810/157323/holidays http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/219810/156601/guide Wed, 17 Oct 2012 13:40:00 -0400 C.ROBLES Multiple sclerosis is often misunderstood, and for many people, the very name suggests things like permanent disability and a future in wheelchairs. The truth is that MS is a manageable disease. Check out this infographic on multiple sclerosis and what to know:  [click to enlarge]     [Slideshow: 10 Questions to Ask Before Taking Disease-Modifying Drug]   [Slideshow: 10 Symptoms That Could Be... http://www.healthcentral.com/multiple-sclerosis/c/219810/156601/guide http://www.healthcentral.com/breast-cancer/c/219810/156139/prevention Tue, 25 Sep 2012 15:10:00 -0400 C.ROBLES In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we'll like to share with you a new breast cancer "insider secret" tips sheet brought to you by PJ Hamel, breast cancer survivor and author at HealthCentral.     Breast Cancer is not preventable, but you can lower your risk by maintaining good health.  http://www.healthcentral.com/breast-cancer/c/219810/156139/prevention http://www.healthcentral.com/breast-cancer/c/219810/156110/treatment Mon, 24 Sep 2012 11:04:54 -0400 C.ROBLES In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we'll like to share with you a few breast cancer "insider secret" tips sheet brought to you by PJ Hamel, breast cancer survivor and author at HealthCentral.   http://www.healthcentral.com/breast-cancer/c/219810/156110/treatment