Top 10 Weirdest Diets and Weight Loss Plans
It seems like people will try anything to lose weight. Some of the oddest weight loss plans involve various food limitations, cotton balls, and even parasites.
Archive for April, 2008
Home Stretch Mark Remedies
When it comes to home remedies for the prevention or treatment of stretch marks, the extensive variety of proposed "cures" can be downright confusing.
Male Pregnancy: Infertility Solution or Hoax of the Century?
Male pregnancy. Over the past several weeks, the phrase has hit the airwaves and flooded the Internet like a tidal wave. Does this trend point to a hoax, sensationalist advertising, or the next fertility treatment?
Join the Breakfast Club to Lower Your Risk of Being Overweight
According to a recent study published in the March 2008 issue of Pediatrics, skipping breakfast is so not cool. The findings suggest that teenagers who do not eat breakfast have a greater chance of becoming overweight or obese.
Older Celebrities and Fertility Treatment
Celebrities such as Marcia Cross, Jane Seymour, Courteney Cox-Arquette, and Brooke Shields have relied on fertility treatments such as IVF for help getting pregnant. Find out which treatments they used and whether they worked.
Could Bottled Water Be Damaging Your Smile?
Because most brands of bottled water do not contain the cavity-fighting mineral fluoride, some dentists say that drinking bottled water could put you at higher risk for developing tooth decay.
Jillian Michaels Gets Her Wish – Ali Vincent First Female Biggest Loser
Trainer Jillian Michaels has waited five seasons to for a woman to win The Biggest Loser. This season, she got her wish. Ali Vincent, a 32-year-old hairdresser from Mesa, Arizona, beat the boys – and the odds – and won $250,000 and the title of "Biggest Loser."
Does Dental Treatment Make You Tremble? Here's How to Overcome Dental Anxiety
If a fear of dental work is keeping you away from the dentist’s chair, check out our tips to help you overcome your dental anxiety, from hypnotism to sedation dentistry.
Fighting an Uphill Battle of the Bulge
Studies show that losing weight may be harder for women than for men. Find out why, and what you can do to develop a healthy figure at any age.
Breast Augmentation Secrets from Dr. Jon Paul Trevisani
Florida plastic surgeon Jon Paul Trevisani, MD, shares his knowledge of the breast augmentation procedure, including the various breast implant types and surgical techniques in use today.
The Pros and Cons of Fertell® - The At-Home Fertility Test for Men and Women
The Fertell® at-home fertility tests are designed to evaluate a man's sperm motility, as well as a woman's ovarian reserve. How accurate are these tests in diagnosing male and female infertility problems?
Skinny Girls, the New Hollywood Icons – Lindsay Lohan, Mary-Kate, and More
There seem to be three rules a celeb must follow to get ahead in Hollywood: stay young, stay thin, stay beautiful. What is causing young stars to pursue such extreme thinness?
Arnold Schwarzenegger Is Obese – Problems with Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculations
You might be surprised to learn that, according to the BMI chart, Arnold Schwarzenegger, a former Mr. Universe, would have been classified as obese when he was in the prime of his body-building career.
The Causes of Halitosis and How to Remedy Bad Breath
Studies show that bad breath is the third most frequent reason patients visit a dentist behind tooth decay and gum disease. Thankfully, there are a number of remedies available to treat bad breath, and some are as simple as proper dental hygiene.
When Going "Green" Can Be Hazardous to Your Health
Organic body products are often touted as being safer than more traditional alternatives. However, a recent study found that nearly half of the "natural" products tested contained a cancer-causing substance.