TREATMENTS OF ARTHRITIS: SALICYLATE THERAPY

The discussion of the side-effects of treatments in this section should not be seen as alarmist propaganda. It is important that this point be appreciated because, unfortunately, such techniques are used in some types of sales drives. The purpose of describing these effects in the following discussion is that they have a very important role [...]

ABOUT ENDOMETRIOSIS: REPEAT LAPAROSÑÎÐÓ

A repeat laparoscopy, also sometimes known as a second-look laparoscopy, is performed some time after a diagnostic laparoscopy in order to monitor the progression of your endometriosis. It is most commonly performed for one of the following reasons: • following a course of hormonal treatment • continued infertility following surgery • recurrence of symptoms • [...]

PHYSICAL SIDE OF EATING AND HUNGER: ENTER THE ENDORPHINS

One of the most fascinating avenues of biochemical research over the past few years led to the discovery that the body manufactures its own natural painkillers. These substances became known as endorphins, from endo (meaning “arising from within”) and morphine. Evidence suggests that endorphins play a direct role in regulating appetite and affect other functions [...]

GET YOUR BODY MOVING: SHE LOST WEIGHT BY ACCIDENT

Having discovered the secret of calorie-burning chores, Kay Black has never had a trimmer figure—or a cleaner, more organized house. When Kay, age 55, recalls how she started losing weight, she laughs, “It was an accident.” Not that she didn’t wantto lose weight. Sure, she was carrying an unwanted 60 pounds on her frame; and [...]