Perscription Drug Abuse a Major Problem

The International Narcotics Control Board has recently released a statement that suggest prescription drugs are now more abused than cocaine, heroin and ecstasy combined.

“In the United States, abuse of prescription drugs “is now the second most important drug abuse issue after cannabis,” it said, with 6.2 million people hooked on them in 2008.”

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Biggest Loser is the Biggest Sham on TV- Former Competitor Speaks Out

Finally someone speaks out about the ridiculous reality show. Congratulations to Kai Hibbard for her courage and not selling out to the pressures of the contacts and show producers. Follow Kai on Twitter http://twitter.com/KaiHibbard or check out her blog http://www.kaifitness.com/

As someone in the fitness and health indusrty myself, it is great to see this show knocked down. It is totally unhealthy.Forget the ratings. Teach people how to eat properly, manage their stress and exercise regularly. Education is key!

Let me know what you think. Is this show great or a total joke? Feel free to leave a comment

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Physical Fitness Key to Reduce Chronic Disease in College Students

Tufts University suggests that “Staying in shape may bolster the metabolic profiles of college students, even in those with higher than desirable body fat percentages.”

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The Dangers of Aspartame

The Truth About Cardio vs Free Weights

Potential Liver Problems from Weight Loss Medication

Orlistat, marketed as Xenical and Alli may cause severe liver damage to some individuals.

“People who take Xenical or Alli should be aware that liver injury with orlistat – while rare – has been reported. Those taking the drug also should be aware of the signs and symptoms of liver injury, which include itching, yellow eyes or skin, dark urine, loss of appetite, or light-colored stools.”

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Working Overtime is Tough on the Ticker

According tho the European Society of Cardiology, ”people who worked three or more hours longer than a normal, seven-hour day had a 60% higher risk of heart-related problems such as death due to heart disease, non-fatal heart attacks and angina.”

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Lack of Sleep Leads to Early Demise Study Says

“Modern society has seen a gradual reduction in the average amount of sleep people take and this pattern is more common amongst full-time workers, suggesting that it may be due to societal pressures for longer working hours and more shift-work” -Professor Francesco Cappuccio, leader of the Sleep, Health and Society Programme at the UK’s University of Warwick

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Agave, Soy and Vaccines – Important Info You Must Know!

Listen to this… Food Industry Marketing wins again. Health comes second to making a buck !

Check out  http://www.therenegadehealthshow.com  for more.