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

About.com Health: Lose Weight in the New Year

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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor With the start of a new year, many of us are making resolutions -- and quite often, those resolutions revolve around losing weight. We're here to help you stick to your guns. How to Burn More Fat Whether you choose weight-training, walking, or Pilates, there are so many ways to get active and start slimming down. Learn how to maximize your workout's fat-burning potential. 30-Day Quick-Start Exercise Routines See More About:  burning fat  fat burning exercises  how to lose weight What to Eat to Lose Weight There's more to dieting than just cutting calories. You still need to eat healthy foods and take in the right amount of nutrients. The easiest way to do this? Plan ahead. How Many Calories Do You Need? How to Cut Carbs Cheat on Your Diet? Here's Help See More About:  losing weight  meal plans  cutting calories Running Resolutions Making a resolution can kick-start your running motivation. Yoga Resolutions See More About:  running motivation  race training  Lose More Weight with Support Research shows that no matter what the diet or exercise program, a strong network of support is the key ingredient for success. Health Ads Lose Weight Diet New Year Health Health and Diet At Home Health Featured Articles How to Keep Your Resolution Resolve to Quit Smoking Resolutions for Lymphoma Patients Resolutions for Heartburn Sufferers Resolutions for Stress Relief Resolutions for Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia   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 © 2011 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Count Calories, Lose Weight Check Your Symptoms Understand Your Test Results Advertisement