I have just run across a study released today that seems to show that there is an elevated risk of Kidney damage by taking certain stomach drugs, called PPIs (proton-pump inhibitors), like Nexium or Prilosec. In the very large study by John Hopkins involved looking at two studies which followed … [Read more...] about Does Nexium Cause Kidney Problems?
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Twitter for fitness tips
I wrote this Twitter for fitness a couple years ago but just wanted to remind everyone to follow me on Twitter for more fitness tips ------------------------------------------------------ I have decided to start something that is a little different just as an experiment. I will keep posting … [Read more...] about Twitter for fitness tips
McDonalds and Antibiotics
We all know that fast food is not good for us and there are many reasons. Lots of times that we need to decide to make an eating decision there are a few things that this decision will come down to. Speed of food is one of those reasons. Fast food is admittedly very fast to get and to … [Read more...] about McDonalds and Antibiotics
Clean Momma Workout
Attention all you maxed-out mommas: Are you fed up with never being able to fit your exercise routine into your day because you're too busy running errands, cleaning the house and juggling the kids? You're so not alone! Fellow mom and exercise guru Carolyn Barnes became so overwhelmed with … [Read more...] about Clean Momma Workout
Vitamin D Deficiency Can Be Deadly
I heard a stat about Vitamin D deficiency last week that I have not been able to confirm yet but I will throw it out there anyway. Apparently 90% of women have a Vitamin D deficiency and if this is true than this is a health problem that needs to be addressed. Vitamin D deficiency can increase a … [Read more...] about Vitamin D Deficiency Can Be Deadly