There's been much talk about these e-cigarettes which authorities say are good for smokers who want to kick their puffing habit for good. But amidst this hullabaloo, there's concern particularly from the medical sector that these alternatives also pose health risks.
E-cigarettes or the electronic form are the trend today. They're even used by Hollywood actors not only when shooting their scenes in front of the camera but as well as in real life.
Vaping is the term used for puffing this type of cigarette because it is actually just vapor that users are able to inhale while using it. The vapor emitted is from a solution containing propylene glycol that gets heated through the use of a battery.
What makes this product worth using is the fact that it does not contain
tobacco. It is made from ...
Tags: American Journal of Preventive Medicine, clinical studies, e-cigarettes, electronic cigarettes
Homeowners wanting to create a beautiful lawn and garden need not stress themselves too much by getting all the living things they need -- grass, plants and shrubs. They don't have to go through the challenges of maintaining green and well manicured grass which can be costly and time consuming.
An alternative to the real grass is the synthetic grass. Also called the
synthetic turf, this material is widely used today among many homes as well as sports fields, parks, school grounds and playgrounds.
Various benefits can be enjoyed when using the synthetic grass. Less maintenance is one and consistent green lawn all throughout the year is another. Being able to provide a safe playground for the kids is a major benefit to parents. Its other advantages are it helps prevent injuries because of the padding, it provides an even playing surface and uses no pesticides or fertilizers.
Tags: fake grass, synthetic grass, synthetic turf, Synthetic Turf Council
People are becoming increasingly health conscious these days, which means that more businesses are lining up to offer products that will supposedly help you with your health. The problem is that most of these products are simply the same things packaged in different ways to lure you into parting with your hard earned cash. Even worse, so many of the products do not offer any real value.
As a consumer myself, I have to admit that I have fallen multiple times for the great spiels that marketers have spent much effort into making their health products seem more believable. I too have used an “easy-to-use” exercise machine that just weren’t easy to use at all, fallen for vitamin supplements that I later found out was not FDA approved, and felt like buying so many health gadgets that I thankfully were able to ...
I do not know if I have ever mentioned this before, but I do have a propensity for taking pills easily. That is, whenever I feel that something is wrong with me physically, I do not hesitate much when it comes to taking pills that will solve my problem. In fact, I have my proven medication for most any kind of minor health problem. Maalox for a bum stomach. Tylenol for a headache – or most any kind of ache, actually.
Recently, though, I have been hearing a lot of rumors about Tylenol being dangerous for you. Mass e-mails about the FDA saying that acetaminophen (the active ingredient of Tylenol) can damage your liver beyond repair have been flooding my Inbox(es) – yes, all of my e-mail accounts have been bombarded. Friends and colleagues, who ...
Tags: painkillers, Tylenol
People are now more health conscious than ever before and who wouldn't with the dozens of infectious diseases and health risks that we face each and everyday. Life has gotten a lot healthier with respect to how commerce has changed and adjusted preferences to make them healthier. More and more people are opting for the healthy lifestyle as they begin to realize the advantages of good health that can take them well after their prime.
From proper exercise, diet and living, seems we all been bit by the health bug. Mother nature has produced for us some of the healthiest and most powerful healing plants that are enough to rival a pharmacy.
Herbal cures for aches and pains have long been known to ...
Tags: Alternative Medicine, nuts
I distinctly remember my
mom telling me to drink my daily rations of milk - one glass in the morning and another at night. I also remember loving it and my sister quite the opposite - she would surreptitiously pour her milk into the sink or water the plants with it! I guess I should thank my mother for making us drink a lot of milk during those formative years. Why? Because of its calcium content.
Today, calcium deficiency is one of the main concerns for women in their 30s or even early 20s. The great fear is that when we reach our 50s or 60s, osteoporosis would set in. That is why you can see a plethora of advertisements regarding calcium and different products supposedly containing adequate amounts of this mineral.
Because calcium is not that easy to acquire from the
natural food that we eat ...
Tags: calcium, Diets, milk, supplements
Soy is great for you. It can fight cancer. No, soy can be bad for you, especially if you’re a guy. It can lead to growth of breasts or lower testosterone levels. These are some of the conflicting statements about soy and its by products. But what is the low down on soy? Is it really good for you or not?
According to Karen Collins, M.S., R.D., C.D.:
A study of children fed soy protein formula for more than six months showed no hormonal effects. A study of men in their 50s and 60s found that the men who ate soy foods twice a day for three months showed no change in testosterone levels, but had a 14 percent drop in levels of PSA (an indicator of prostate growth used in screening for prostate cancer).
She ...
Tags: Cancer, prostate cancer, soy, soy beans, soy foods, soya
You’ve heard it, read it, and seen it – organic is the way to go. Not only do you do your part in helping out the environment, you also eat healthier and do yourself a favor. But is this really true? Does organic food really make you healthier?
According to the Food Standards Agency of Britain, eating organic food does NOT provide additional health benefits. As shocking as it may seem, the FSA strongly stands by its statement. Early this month, the agency made the announcement that the nutritional differences between organic and conventional food are insignificant – practically amounting to zero. The study was conducted by
Dr. Alan Dangour and his team at London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM).
Naturally, this announcement sparked a debate all across the country. Organic food advocates ...
Everybody loves to be
fashionable yet that isn't quite practical for the day in the park or mall. T-shirts have been around due to practical and comfort issues for a long time. Celebrities love them just as you and me which makes them the all time comfort clothes for all seasons.
May you be a parent or a
teen, you need cool clothes that are not only fashionable but comfortable. How often have you gone out feeling uncomfortable with stuff you buy just because you need them. Teens and adults love shirts that they have worn into, meaning they're cool and fit you right. Searching the net for various shops that offer cool
t-shirt searches giving you access to the ...
Tags: Cool Tee's, Internet, Shirts
Several months ago, our company had a project wherein all the employees were given free flu shots. No one had to pay (the company shouldered the expense) and you just had to sign up to get the shots. Interestingly enough, only about 50 percent of the employees took advantage of the offer.
Several months down the road, I decided to take a quick look into the numbers. How many people got the flu between getting the shots and now? How many of those who got sick got
flu shots? How many of those who didn’t get flu shots got sick? You know what I found out? Most of those who got the flu had the shots several months back! ...
Vaping is the term used for puffing this type of cigarette because it is actually just vapor that users are able to inhale while using it. The vapor emitted is from a solution containing propylene glycol that gets heated through the use of a battery.
What makes this product worth using is the fact that it does not contain tobacco. It is made from ...
