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Alert: Study Shows Asthma Sufferers Face New Risks

Monday, April 27th, 2009

Interesting article for those with asthma…
Alert: Study Shows Asthma Sufferers Face New Risks
by Dr. Pamela Maloney, Ph.D.

Research reveals startling new dangers for those with poor breathing, while natural methods of lung fortification emerge
A recent Australian study of 7,619 participants reported that those with asthma or related breathing problems may be as much as nine times [...]

Quick Bits

Monday, February 16th, 2009

Work-related stress nearly doubles the risk of metabolic syndrome, also known as “pre-diabetes.”
Researchers found that sniffing lavender before bedtime increases slow-wave sleep, enhancing heart rhythm, muscle relaxation and memory organization.
New information suggests that antihistamines may work better at relieving coughs than typical cough suppressants or expectorants.
Sexual intercourse twice a week is associated with an increase [...]