About.com Health: Nominate the Best of the Best

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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor The nomination forms for the About.com Readers' Choice Awards are now open, so cast your vote for your favorites! On the health channel, we're running awards for everything from the best gluten-free frozen pizza to the best Pilates DVDs. You've got until February 15th to submit your nominations, and the finalists will be announced on February 22nd. What's the Best Gluten-Free Bread, Pizza, and More? There's a plethora of gluten-free products out there now, but a select few will rise to the top. See More About:  readers' choice awards  gluten-free food  gluten-free shopping The Best Products for Food Allergy Sufferers There are so many great food allergy products that we can't personally review every one -- that's why we need your help! Top Resources for Social Anxiety Disorder Finding support is so important for people with social anxiety disorder. Nominate your favorite website and self-help tool. See More About:  reader's choice awards  self-help tools  social anxiety disorder websites Favorite Walking Gear and Events We're taking nominations for your favorite home treadmill, pedometer, walking shoes, walking gear, walker-friendly marathons and half marathons, and walking vacation tour companies. Nominate Your Pilates Favorites See More About:  readers' choice awards  buying treadmills  buying pedometers Health Ads Gluten Free Food Health Health and Diet Health Web Sites Health Child Health Featured Articles Are You Allergic to Money? Virtual Colonoscopy Diet and Osteoporosis 6 Ways to Get the Flu A Test to Check for Alzheimer's Popular Relaxation Techniques   More from About.com Top 10 Skin Myths How do you know the information and advice you get about your skin is true? Start with this article, which debunks some of the the most persistent myths out there. More> Living with Infertility Infertility is extremely difficult emotionally, and it's easy to start feeling overwhelmed. Here are 10 ways to cope and keep infertility from taking over your life. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Follow us on: Twitter Facebook Advertisement

About.com Health: Overcoming an Addiction Relapse

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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor If you or a loved one are trying to overcome an addictive behavior, it's common to relapse at least once during recovery. Why does this happen? How can you try to prevent it from occurring, or at least cope with it? Top 5 Causes of Relapse Certain emotions, events, people, and places can act like triggers for a relapse. See More About:  relapse  recovery from addiction  stages of change Signs of a Relapse Often, the "slip" itself is set into motion long before you actually take a drink or use a drug. See More About:  relapse prevention  stages of recovery  alcohol and drug rehab Will One Relapse Really Make a Difference? If you turn your relapse into a learning experience, you can become better prepared to handle similar situations in the future, and make your addiction-free lifestyle a reality. See More About:  addiction recovery  relapse  drug addiction What to Expect During Addiction Treatment There are many different ways to get help. Don't let the fear of relapsing stop you from reaching out and getting on the road to recovery. See More About:  addiction treatment  drug addiction  addictive behavior characteristics Health Ads Mental Health Emotional Health Addiction Recovery Health Drink Health Depression Featured Articles Getting Help for Panic Disorder Coping with Criticism How Anxiety Can Upset Your Stomach Does Touching Your Face Cause Acne? Celiac Disease and Depression How Your Nails Age   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Follow us on: Twitter Facebook Advertisement

About.com Health: Are Statins a Wonder Drug?

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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor Statins are among the most commonly prescribed medications out there -- in addition to lowering cholesterol, they have a host of other benefits that can help your heart. Should I Take a Statin? While statins have certainly improved many people's lives, that's not to say they're for everyone. See More About:  preventing heart disease  cholesterol and triglycerides  hdl cholesterol Statins in Women For example, some doctors question whether women who are only at "medium risk" of heart disease should be prescribed a statin, given that research hasn't yet conclusively proven that they do indeed provide a benefit for that group. See More About:  statins  women and heart disease  cardiac risk reduction Diabetes: A Statin Side Effect? Some recent studies have found that high-dose statins may increase your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. But for many people, the heart-health benefits of taking a statin may outweigh the risk. Other Statin Side Effects See More About:  statins and diabetes  statins  heart disease risk Keeping Your Heart Healthy There are several ways you can help protect your heart beyond statins, such as eating right and getting plenty of exercise. The Low-Cholesterol Diet See More About:  cardiac risk factors  preventing heart disease  Health Ads Home Health Health Benefits Health Eating Mental Health Health Women Heart Symptoms Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter How Aging Affects Your Hair Exercise Balls Do You Have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? Preventing Gluten Cross-Contamination Managing Breast Pain   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Keep Your Resolution Count Calories, Lose Weight Understand Your Test Results Advertisement

About.com Health: Should We Fear Fat?

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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor For years, conventional diet wisdom has told us that fats found in food are bad -- that they're something to always be avoided if you're trying to lose weight and stay healthy. Overcoming Fat Phobia But did you know that some fats may actually provide benefits for our bodies? See More About:  fats  low carb nutrition  The Wonders of Olive Oil Olive oil, in particular, is packed with healthy fats called monounsaturated fats. Studies have shown that it may reduce inflammation, protect the heart, and possibly lower the risk of certain cancers. See More About:  low carb super foods  fats  Eat Like the Mediterranean Do People living in the Mediterranean region of the world consume plenty of olive oil, which -- along with the many other healthful components of their diets -- may help account for their lower rates of heart disease and cancer. See More About:  healthy foods  cardiovascular disease  mediterranean diet How Much Fat Do I Need? Beyond providing essential nutrients, fat can help keep you full, so that you're less likely to keep munching after a meal. See More About:  protein sources  fats and oils  healthy diets Health Ads Fat Loss Diet Health Health and Diet Fat Burning Foods Diet Foods Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter Keep Your New Year's Resolution What is the Colon? Gluten-Free Food List Refusing Medical Treatment Get Motivated to Lose Weight   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Count Calories, Lose Weight Understand Your Test Results Check Your Symptoms Advertisement