Archive for November, 2008
India minister wants all school kids to learn yoga (Reuters)
Reuters - India's health minister on Saturday said he wants to push all school-going children to learn yoga, in the hope that it can reduce the prevalence of diseases such as diabetes and hypertension in years to come.
Health Highlights: Nov. 29, 2008 (HealthDay)
HealthDay - Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments,
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Health Highlights: Nov. 28, 2008 (HealthDay)
HealthDay - Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments,
compiled by editors of HealthDay:
"Smart Swap!": Dairy Queen
Time for a smart swap, an easy switch that will save you lots of calories! Who doesn’t love an ice cream run on the weekend? I know I…
Find "Calorie Bargains" on Black Friday
Hitting the mall for a few “Black Friday” bargains? Find some “calorie bargains” with a little help from these guides to calorie-smart food choices:
Food Court Snacks Quick Guide
Diet-Friendly Mall…
Malaysia backs down from yoga ban amid backlash (Reuters)
Reuters - Malaysia's prime minister said Wednesday Muslims should still take up yoga, reversing an outright ban that has drawn widespread protests amid concerns over growing Islamic fundamentalism in the multiracial nation.
Health Highlights: Nov. 27, 2008 (HealthDay)
HealthDay - Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments,
compiled by editors of HealthDay:
Over-the-Phone Weight Loss Counseling Works (HealthDay)
HealthDay - WEDNESDAY, Nov. 26 (HealthDay News) — Telephone counseling may
be as effective as face-to-face counseling in helping people maintain
weight loss, researchers report.
High-protein meals may help overweight burn fat (Reuters)
Reuters - Higher-protein meals may help overweight and obese people burn more fat, the results of a small study suggest.
7 Ways to Eat Smart at Holiday Parties
Holiday parties bring buffets, bottomless punch bowls, and baked goods… oh my! But joining in on the celebration doesn’t have to spell diet disaster. Party like it’s 1999 without the…
