Health Stories Blog

Starting Treadmill Running Programs

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:46:52 GMT

Treadmill running programs, especially when used as a beginners running program, are really a great way to get started in running, whether it's for weight loss or ....

Breast Cancer Tumor - Awareness Quiz

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:00:11 GMT

One womans experience with a breast cancer tumor. If the early symptoms of breast cancer are present, a mammogram can help determine if a breast biopsy is necessary.

Depression Warning Signs

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:57:22 GMT

Looking back, out of 11 Depression Warning Signs I think Angie had them all. Was I going to lose my best friend because I missed all the early signs of Depression?

The 7 Stages of Alzheimers

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:36:26 GMT

In facing the 7 stages of alzheimers, recognizing the symptoms of caregiver stress can be one of the biggest problems. It can sneak up and overtake you if you're not careful.

Exercise Benefits

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:27:45 GMT

Jump-Starting your Sex Life, just the first of many exercise benefits you'll get from starting a fitness exercise program.

The Dangers of Obesity

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:08:17 GMT

The other kids laughed, and called him "All Beef Frankie", but the Dangers of Obesity are all too real for Frank and children like him.

Obesity Rates in America

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:06:26 GMT

Americans exercise less and eat more, obesity rates in America continue to soar, nearly 60 percent of the population is either overweight or obese, it's time to get up off the couch America!

Breast Cancer Support

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 23:53:53 GMT

How do I show my breast cancer support? One way, is to help any of the many breast cancer organizations in any way I can.

The Diabetes Warning Signs are not always obvious.

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 23:47:33 GMT

Diabetes Warning Signs at 18? Jessica's mom had diabetes type 2, but that didn't mean Jess could have it ....or did it?

Tourettes Syndrome - Hope for Understanding

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 23:41:51 GMT

Tourettes syndrome? Like any 9 year old Danny spent a lot of time stomping around and fighting with his little sister, but he really was a great little kid ....

Calories Burned Chart

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 23:14:59 GMT

How many calories do you burn off in 15 minutes of housework? The Calories Burned Chart can help you reach your ideal weight easier.

Cooper Test Run

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 22:58:32 GMT

The Cooper Test Table evaluates your fitness level after the 12 minute Cooper Test Run. Cardiovascular endurance is the most important component of physical fitness, how's yours?

my cooper test

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 21:27:04 GMT

- 12 minutes - sunny weather with a bit of wind - 20 degrees Celcius - on grass - rounds of 400 meters - total of 2500 meters -Not bad for my age of 42

From "last picked in gym class" to daily runner

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:42:13 GMT

I was overweight as a child, and as a result I hated any form of physical activity. Sports were no fun to someone who couldn't keep up with everyone else,

Health-stories Books

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:37:19 GMT

The Health-Stories Bookstore - books to enlighten the heart and mind...

Running to Lose Weight

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:58:32 GMT

If youre planning to start running to lose weight, theres little that can beat running exercise for fast weight loss, and the running health benefits aren't bad either. A few running tips .....

What is Chirunning, Chi walking?

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:32:43 GMT

Chirunning, Chi Running or Tai Chi running, from the Chinese system of slow, meditative physical exercise it originates, not only makes running easier, but also results in less pain and....

Anorexia Nervosa Symptoms

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:23:28 GMT

She was beautiful, striking really, but anorexia nervosa symptoms? Many of the physical effects of anorexia nervosa symptoms are caused by malnutrition from self-starvation.

5 Components of Physical Fitness

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:41:19 GMT

That's the basic concept of the 5 components of physical fitness, to gauge how well your body performs as a whole, under different conditions.

The Warning Signs of Alzheimers

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 01:24:37 GMT

Alzheimer Memoria Demencias, that's what we called it so she wouldn't know what we meant. The Warning Signs of Alzheimers were there, but how could we notice her memory loss when our own were failing?

Healthy eating plans

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 01:20:50 GMT

When it comes right down to it, healthy eating plans are just plain inconvenient. Who needs more green, more energy, and better-looking mirrors?

Balanced Diet Chart

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 01:08:36 GMT

What's all the fuss about this balanced diet chart anyway? Can it help with a low-fat diet, and what's the deal with white bread....

Crisis in Haiti

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 23:52:51 GMT

In response to the unbelievable devastation in Haiti, health-stories.org is providing this link, and asking for your help on behalf of AARP Foundation, who are working with HelpAge USA (HelpAge Int.) to rush emergency relief to help the victims (esp. the older and aged) in the aftermath of the massive earthquake in Haiti. All contributions are fully tax-deductible. Please help if you can.

What is Swine Flu?

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 01:15:38 GMT

Referred to as the Swine Flu, in the spring of 2009 this new strain of influenza type A was discovered in Mexico. It is more accurately known as H1N1, the H1N1 Virus and novel H1N1.

swine flu vaccine

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 01:08:54 GMT

What is the Swine Flu Vaccine and is it safe? The Swine flu epidemic, or more accurately the swine flu pandemic is keeping the pharmaceutical companies .....

I'll always get the flu vaccine!

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 17:56:14 GMT

I've watched your video, as well as read other info, both pro and con about whether or not to get the flu vaccine. Here's my 2 cents. When I was

How to Prevent Flu and its Symptoms

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 16:39:48 GMT

To Prevent Flu and its many symptoms, whether the symptoms are from the newest seasonal flu strain, Swine flu (H1N1), or just the common cold, for natural flu prevention there are many...

Body Mass Index Formula

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 01:06:43 GMT

What's your ideal weight? The Body Mass Index Chart is one way we utilize the Body Mass Index Formula to help you find it. There's also a few even simpler methods you can use.

Healthy Weight and Breast Cancer

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:11:40 GMT

Healthy eating plans and exercise can go a long way towards maintaining a Healthy Weight and Breast Cancer free life.

site index for health-stories.org

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 20:48:30 GMT

Site Index for Health-stories.org, shows links to many of the pages on the site for visitors convenience.

How did I fight against my obesity Breathing Yoga!

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 23:21:13 GMT

I am a 29 yrs old woman who is having two kids. Everything was going all right in my life with my two kids, one baby boy and one girl except the extra

PMS, Is it really like this for everyone?

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 18:49:13 GMT

When someone hears you have PMS, they think its really funny, a big joke. Jokes are made about it; its acronym is in songs. However, there is

Finding an exercise you enjoy!

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:42:54 GMT

Like a lot of people, I have never really liked to exercise. When I was in high school I played all kinds of sports, but that didn't really feel like

Exercise Alleviated My Depression

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:00:04 GMT

When I was 14, my mother divorced for the second time. The depression I got from this lasted 4 years! My father never even visited me. At first, the

How I reduced my weight

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:40:39 GMT

The last few weeks I get up, and Im just pissed off to see my obese reflection in the mirror. I just feel like dying. I do know how it feels to take

Bulimia Signs

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:50:43 GMT

Bulimia signs or more accurately, bulimia nervosa signs, are quite similar to anorexia nervosa symptoms, although there are many differences between anorexia and bulimia.

Signs of Clinical Depression

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 21:33:45 GMT

Anyone who has suffered the agony of a broken heart, has experienced most of the Signs of Clinical Depression, also known as Unipolar Depression....

Dysthymic Disorder

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:04:46 GMT

We all thought she'd just been in a bad mood all these years, but it was a Dysthymic disorder.

Typical Heart Attack Signs In Women

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 16:31:15 GMT

Knowing the common heart attack signs in women may just save the love of your life.

The Importance of Physical Fitness Plans

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 21:59:31 GMT

What kind of fitness plan did our family have? None, that is until we got the bad news that turned our lives around. That's when we realized the importance of physical fitness.

Self Help for Depression

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 19:05:24 GMT

What can you really do to help yourself in coping with depression? Self help for Depression begins with 9 tips that can really help with a mild depression...

The Top Ten Healthiest Foods

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 21:46:43 GMT

What are the healthiest foods you should be eating? If you're searching for the secret to building a healthier body, the top ten healthiest foods will definitely ...

Health Stories SiteSearch

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 19:19:09 GMT

Health Stories sitesearch, did you read a certain story or article, and forget where it was? Maybe you just wanted to read a particular story, or fitness article .....

The Characteristics for Autism

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 17:13:56 GMT

One of Joshua's Characteristics for Autism, and biggest problems(ours really), was his desire not to be hugged or cuddled. It still is ...and it nearly broke my heart, it's a daily struggle.

Your Health Stories

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 00:48:44 GMT

Your health stories, written by you, our visitors ... share your story

Types of Psychotherapy

Sat, 08 Aug 2009 18:18:49 GMT

Depression medications alone cannot cure depression, but research has shown that people who use types of psychotherapy, or psychotherapy along with depression medications, have good results.

Alzheimers Diagnosis

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:39:25 GMT

It's so important for your physician to rule everything else out, and not to assume an Alzheimers diagnosis.

Inspiration to exercise

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:37:38 GMT

Something that has helped me a great deal with my health and body -is Having an inspiration! In my case I have two inspirations that make it

A Fishy Doctor's Visit

Thu, 21 May 2009 20:34:11 GMT

One of the most memorable health incidents I have ever experienced involved a fish bone and a quick-thinking doctor. I was visiting a friend in the

My brother with Downs Syndrome is the happiest person I've met

Mon, 18 May 2009 21:57:36 GMT

Some people think that being smart and funny are the most important things about life, but I believe being happy is. I was so worried when my