Eating Disorders and Their Effect on Teens Nov 21, 2009
People with bulimia also may use compulsive exercise or other forms of purging food that they have eaten, such as by self-induced vomiting or laxative use to keep the calories down. Warning Signs: Someone with bulimia may be intensely unhappy with body size, shape and weight, make excuses to go to the bathroom immediately after meals, only eat diet or low-fat foods, except during binges, or regularly buy laxatives. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
attempts by Christian fundamentalists to link the medicinal benefits of camel pee to the Koran are doomed to fail Nov 11, 2009
(Sahih Bukhari, Ablutions (Wudu'), Volume 1, Book 4, Number 234)" MY REFUTATION: Do you know whats in your medication? How do you know its any better than camel urine? Who would ever think that a drop of human discharge could become a complex living being? Who would have ever thought camel urine MAY cure an illness? I put together this article about urine-therapy. You will be surprised. History of Urine-Therapy The history of drinking urine for therapeutic purposes dates back at least to the... (Harper's Magazine)
Mad Men, Season 3 Nov 10, 2009
After phoning the laxative magnate and pretending to be Pete's secretary, Trudy's second call seems to have been to her dad. Further evidence that the Campbell marriage is the class of the field. (Slate)
Aloe Vera for Health Oct 24, 2009
Aloe vera gel, when ingested, can be used as a laxative since ot stimulates the bowels ... Using aloe vera is not recommended for regular use as a laxative since there is a possibility the bowels may become dependent on it to function. (Suite101.com)
Five More Digestive Herbs Oct 19, 2009
It also works like a non-habit-forming laxative and can be used daily without adverse side effects. Triphala is very effective for reducing stomach acid. (Suite101.com)
Washington’s ledgers, bills account for a founder’s life Oct 18, 2009
Laxative Pills for Ruth. syphilic Pills for Maria. (Boston Globe)
All the president's pennies: Washington, the meticulous businessman Oct 17, 2009
Anodyne Pills for Breachy Laxative Pills for Ruth syphilic Pills for Maria oz 1 Antiphlogistie Anodyne Tincture Bleeding Charlotte oz 4 Powdered Rhubarb Extracting one of your Negroes tooth a Mercurial Purge for Cook Jack. This brief glimpse of life in the 18th century is contained in what historians say is a vast and underappreciated cache of financial documents from the life of the first US president. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Anorexia Nervosa Oct 12, 2009
Some indulge in excessive laxative taking for the same reason. Many anorexics exercise for several hours a day to shed extra pounds of which there are none. (Suite101.com)
A Few Months of Talk Therapy Treats Bulimia Oct 10, 2009
Bulimia-specific CBT targets overeating and subsequent self-induced vomiting or heavy laxative use that purges food from the body after binge eating episodes. Therapy focuses on dietary habits, fear of weight gain, and how to "normalize" thoughts about food and body image. (MEDLINEplus)
Required Steps in Preparing for a C... Sep 13, 2009
The worst part of a colonoscopy, many people find, is not the test itself, which is usually done under sedation, but the prep, which requires a day at home to take supercharged laxatives to empty the intestines ... Taking Dulcolax laxative tablets along with drinking a dissolved bowel preparation powder solution (which may be mixed with a flavor packet or non-sugar sweetener such as Crystal Light) the day before the procedure. (Suite101.com)
Cumberland Pharmaceuticals launches injectable ibuprofen Sep 10, 2009
Cumberland also markets Acetadote for the treatment of acetaminophen overdose and Kristalose, a prescription laxative. Most Read Stories. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Readers Write 9/7 Sep 9, 2009
A recession is always a laxative to the economy. People who have been flying too high should be brought back to their senses. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Take charge of your checkup Aug 24, 2009
What throws it off: The pre-test laxatives doesn't always work, says Mark Welton, M. D., of the Stanford Cancer Center. The fix: Help the laxative by walking, which encourages waste to move faster. (MSNBC -- Health)
• Sister-in-law wonders if weight loss is due to eating disorder Aug 22, 2009
The product is widely used in soaking baths to ease sore muscles, as an exfoliant and as a laxative for occasional constipation. I think the main issue here is that you are worried your sister-in-law is overusing the Epsom salt as a laxative for weight loss. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Students share hope, help for breaking the cycle of self-destructive behavior Aug 15, 2009
Recurring bouts of vomiting can also cause dehydration and disturbances in electrolytes, which are made worse with laxative or diuretic use or by consuming excessive quantities of water. Fatal abnormalities in heart rhythm can occur, the stomach can perforate from binging, and vomiting can cause tears in the esophagus, gastrointestinal bleeding, and ulcers. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
City dips toes in IPOs Aug 15, 2009
He says the company s Kristalose laxative is barely worth the promotion effort for its annual $10 million in sales and cites competition for its third product, Acetadote, as well as a federal initiative to reduce acetaminophen poisonings, which the drug treats. He says the company s long-term growth prospects would depend on the drugs it acquires with the proceeds of the public offering. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Binge Eating Disorder: Diary of 300-Pound Woman Aug 14, 2009
Dr. Sari Shepphird, an eating disorder specialist based in Los Angeles, explained that binge eating disorder may also be the most common of all eating disorders because it does not involve uncomfortable and unwanted compensatory behaviors, such as self-induced vomiting, starvation, and laxative abuse, as we find in other eating disorders. People with BED also go to great lengths to hide their binges enabling many sufferers to battle the disease in secret. (Fox News)
Militias Regrouping in U.S., Report Finds Aug 13, 2009
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12, 2009. Bad Economy, Black President Among Causes for Recent Rise, Group Says; "All It's Lacking Is a Spark," Official Says. (CBS News)
Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Announces Pricing of Its Initial Public Offering of Common Stock Aug 11, 2009
Cumberland markets Acetadote((R)) for the treatment of acetaminophen poisoning and Kristalose((R)), a prescription strength laxative. The Company also recently received FDA approval for Caldolor((R)), the first injectable treatment for pain and fever available in the United States, and is preparing for the commercial launch of that product. (PR Newswire)
Jody Johnson: Aloe vera A cheap trick Jul 30, 2009
Constipation: A.V. juice or aloe latex is a powerful, natural laxative. Diabetes: Preliminary studies have shown that A.V. juice helps to lower blood sugar levels in type 2, adult onset diabetes. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Bone-building drug led to stress fracture Jul 28, 2009
Milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) is an oral laxative that has not been approved for acne treatment. Nevertheless, many readers tell us that when applied topically to the face every night, it helps clear blemishes. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Today in the Kitchen: Condiments and their ingredients (36) Jul 26, 2009
Mustard (dry or seeds) has medicinal qualities including digestive, laxative, antiseptic, and circulation stimulant properties. The seeds contain Omega 3 fatty acids, minerals, including selenium which tends to be lacking in modern diets, and even some protein. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Nobody's Normal Anymore Jul 23, 2009
When my younger toddler developed chronic belly pain and weight loss, he was tested for celiac disease, lead poisoning, and other unusual conditions; he was soon diagnosed with severe, chronic constipation likely related to milk intolerance (present in 2 percent of toddlers), which improved drastically with proper laxative use. My family's overall health historya collection of common problems punctuated by some rare onesis fairly normative. (Slate)
Eating disorders affect people of all ages Jul 19, 2009
bulimia, or bulimia nervosa, characterized by a cycle of binge eating and then purging with self-induced vomiting and/or laxative abuse or starvation. binge eating disorder, a type of eating disorder characterized by recurrent binge eating without regular purging behaviors such as vomiting or laxative use. (Rsolindale Parkway Transcript, MA)
The Magnificent Aloe Jul 13, 2009
Dried latex from the inner lining of aloe leaves has been used for many years as a laxative. Aloe vera can also be taken internally to help combat a host of ailments such as congestion, intestinal worms, stomach ulcers, indigestion, hemmoroids, colitis, liver probles, kidney infections, prostrate problems. (Suite101.com)
• Painless lump may be repeat hernia but should be checked Jun 30, 2009
But I would consider other possibilities, since castor oil can act as a powerful laxative when taken internally. If you're turned off by the prospect of having oily hands (which isn't likely unless too much is used), you may wish to try drinking 8 ounces of purple grape juice mixed with 1 tablespoon of liquid pectin one to three times daily. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Constipation May Lead to Other Problems Jun 30, 2009
One is a drug called linaclotide, the first compound in a new class of laxative agents. "This would be a very effective alternative to treatment of chronic constipation," Eoff noted. (MEDLINEplus)
N.D. lifts limit on salty water in Sheyenne River Jun 27, 2009
Water high in sulfates, including salts, can taste bitter and act as a laxative. The EPA has recommended limiting sulfates to 250 milligrams per liter for drinking water. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
For Some, Virtual Colonoscopy May Be Just as Good Jun 18, 2009
Preparation for CT colonography is usually the same as is used for colonoscopy, though Laudi said that a less potent laxative is sometimes used. But, the colon still needs to be emptied and clean for the CT test. (MEDLINEplus)
Packed with goodness Jun 3, 2009
It has a mild laxative effect unlike some fruits which send you flying to the loo soon after eating them, says Dr Norzita. More benefits. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Dietary supplements can harm you May 31, 2009
They ranged from the active ingredient in the prescription drug Meridia, to an experimental obesity drug currently undergoing clinical trials and lacking safety and effectiveness data, to potent diuretics and a laxative that is a possible carcinogen. None of the chemicals were disclosed on the labels, putting consumers at risk of serious side effects and interactions with other drugs they may take. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Health Tip: Drugs That May Lead to Diarrhea May 22, 2009
Some herbal teas that contain senna or other substances that are natural laxatives. A laxative is meant to relieve constipation ... But taking too much of a laxative can lead to problem diarrhea. (MEDLINEplus)
US prescription drug use fell in 2008, study says May 15, 2009
The biggest names were Zyrtec, an allergy medication, and the laxative Miralax. Drug use was essentially flat with 2008 if Zyrtec and Miralax are excluded, Medco said. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Budget-friendly main dish calls on chicken May 14, 2009
Horseradish has figured into treating tuberculosis and as a decongestant, laxative, diuretic, pain-relieving compress and an aphrodisiac. At today's table, fresh horseradish can be finely grated and used like black pepper just before the dish is served. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Black Market Gear May 14, 2009
Me neither, but picking up a non-refurbished 46" LCD HDTV for under $800 automatically got my attention. Like we always say here, playing next-gen video games and watching satellite-delivered porn reaches life-changing potential when you're busting a blood vessel on 46-inches of high definition glory. Thankfully, most of the Newegg user reviews on this unit make it seem legit, with the majority giving it 5 out of 5 stars. All of the standard features come, well, standard. You get a full... (IGN PC Games)
Is there trash in your meds? May 12, 2009
My mom has been addicted to laxatives for more than 30 years ... Chronic laxative use can impair the ability of the digestive tract to function normally. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Laxative eases bad acne May 5, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. We've tried everything, from prescriptions and Proactiv to laser treatments. (Athens Banner-Herald)
No one wants to address issue of child poverty Apr 30, 2009
" Cross impresses the beans out of me. Just like a laxative. " ... Just like a laxative. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Protect yourself against colon cancer with regular screenings, tests Apr 17, 2009
After the patient is given a strong laxative to clean out the colon, a sedative is administered and the entire colon is examined using a fiber optic camera. This test should be done at least every 10 years or at closer intervals depending on the patient. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Vaccine Developed For E. Coli Diarrheal Diseases That Kill Millions Of Children Apr 16, 2009
A small oral dosage of the vaccine could act as a laxative, which often aren t prescribed after a surgery for fear of side effects, Saeed said. A small dose also could help with urinary retention. (Science Daily)
Did milk of magnesia kill kidneys? Apr 14, 2009
His medical advisers have identified the laxative as the cause ... They should avoid supplements, laxatives or antacids that contain it. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Journey through the center of … my body? Apr 10, 2009
Sometimes, doctors will ask patients to take a laxative to help clean the digestive tract. Patients may also be asked to stop taking certain medications, and are supposed to take it easy and avoid strenuous activity while the camera moves through the body. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Understanding Vitamins Apr 6, 2009
It's also a natural laxative. Signs of deficiency: Tiredness, bleeding gums, slow-healing wounds. (Suite101.com)
Weight loss? Mar 25, 2009
She also drank one quart of water mixed with two teaspoons of sea salt each morning and one cup of organic herbal laxative tea each night before bed, which are part of the program. She was about 10 pounds overweight, eating a lot of red meat and processed foods, and drinking a lot of coffee. (USA Today -- News)
Virtual colonoscopy provides real assistance Mar 19, 2009
He/she takes a laxative to help empty the colon without the aid of a sedative. A patient remains awake while doctors employ virtual reality technology to get a three-dimensional view of the colon and rectum as small bursts of air are introduced into the rectum. (Sioux City Journal)
Have you had a colonoscopy? Mar 16, 2009
The day before, Lewis switched to an all-liquid diet and drank 32 ounces of a lemon-flavored laxative. "I drank another one the next morning," Lewis said. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Nights more restful with secret soap trick Mar 3, 2009
Aloe extract used as strong laxative ... The latex from aloe leaves is a strong laxative. (Florida Today)
Addressing irritable bowel syndrome Mar 1, 2009
Make sure that it is not a laxative, as this can make matters worse. After a few weeks, start adding other sources of soluble fiber. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
New action on dietary pills, warranties Feb 18, 2009
They include sibutramine (a controlled substance with risks of addiction), rimonabant (a drug that has failed to get FDA approval due to concerns about side effects) and phenolphthalein (a suspected carcinogen that has laxative effects). In November, Spotlight investigated this hidden health risk. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Elmer's glue soothes burns Feb 17, 2009
The latex from aloe leaves is a strong laxative. The severe cramps and diarrhea you are experiencing are typical reactions to aloe latex. (Athens Banner-Herald)
'Doom' talk scored as 'not presidential' Feb 9, 2009
Washington Times - 'Doom' talk scored as 'not presidential. Doom' talk scored as 'not presidential. (Insight on the News)
A new year ... a new you Feb 9, 2009
He suggests using seasonal laxative and diuretic herbs like dandelion, nettles and cleavers to help flush undesired things out of the body, combined with self-assessment of stress levels, diet and exercise. "The most important thing is just allow yourself to really be conscious of what you're already doing, and see if there's anything in that that's harming you," Redman said. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
