Breast Cancer in Men

Breast Cancer in Men

While rare, men do develop breast cancer. Nipple blood discharge is the first symptom that they become aware of. Though breast cancer is most commonly thought of as a disease that affects women, breast cancer does occur in men. More commonly found in older men, although it can occur at any age. Men diagnosed with […]

Effects of Resveratrol on Health

Effects of Resveratrol on Health

I only have one article this month. I am trying to get ready to start my “Art of Doodling for Adults” class. I will be leaving next week for a seminar on the benefits of the meditative effects while doing this type of drawing.  My class begins on October 8th in my local area. See […]

Sesame Seed and Sesame Oil are Now an Allergenic Problem

Sesame Seed and Sesame Oil are Now an Allergenic Problem

Allergies to sesame seed and oil is becoming increasingly more common. Mostly because of its use in international fast-food and bakery products.  Allergies to kiwi, poppy seeds, and/or sesame seeds (and sesame oil) often occur in patients with a simultaneous sensitivity to nuts and flour as well. Studies on multiple foods that cause cross-reactivity such […]

Can You Do This at 103?

Can You Do This at 103?

Another wonderful senior athlete just won the 50- and 100-meter dash at the National Senior Games in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Julia “Hurricane” Hawkins. She is 103! She won gold metals in both the 50-meter dash and the 100-meter dash in the women’s 100-plus division. Yes there are others. Hawkins became the oldest female competitor in […]

Why Seniors Need Muscle Maintenance

Why Seniors Need Muscle Maintenance

Past research has shown that older people build muscle from food less efficiently than younger people. If you have read my articles on senior athletes, you should know that there is a big difference between what is classified as “older” and what is classified as “younger” people. However, without maintaining our exercise programs changes do […]