Monch Bravante's articles
Holiday Blues Are Just Around The Bend
While it is a time for gift-giving and merry-making, it can also be a source of stress and depression. Keeping humor up and having realistic expectations help a great deal in being in tune with the holiday spirit. Setting realistic goals for the holidays and keeping your expectations simple for yourself and everyone else is the key to avoid stress and anxiety brought about by the occasion.Posted: 2007-12-04
Category: Health & Fitness
Unlocking the Mysteries of Depression and Bipolar Disorder
The article focuses on the studies made to treat bipolar disorder --- a condition that is characterized by frequent mood swings, mania, and severe depression. The article also cites the number of treatments and medications that are currently available in the market; as well as the new developments being made in the area of DNA research for the purpose of finding a treatment for the said disorder.Posted: 2007-12-03
Category: Health & Fitness
Abortion: A Public Health Crisis
Abortion is a very personal decision. Women and couples who are considering this procedure should also consider counseling. Research revealed that women are just as likely to get an abortion whether it is outlawed or legal, which increases the incidence of unsafe abortion.Posted: 2007-11-30
Category: Health & Fitness
Getting Motivated With Physical Fitness
Most people would spend money to enroll in gym memberships or buy those fitness equipments only to quit as soon as they start. Either they are too busy that they couldn't find time to keep it going or they quickly lose their interest due to lack of motivation. It's easy to start a lifestyle of fitness. What's difficult is how to be consistent with it.Posted: 2007-11-29
Category: Health & Fitness
Possible Heart Risks Due To Long-Term Pill Use
One small study from Belgium suggests that long-term use of oral contraceptives might increase the chances of having artery build-ups that can raise the risk of heart disease. Although the study needs further rigorous testing, its importance can never be undermined due to the great number of women that are now taking the pill.Posted: 2007-11-27
Category: Health & Fitness
Moderate Drinking Can Still Lead To Breast Cancer
While excessive alcohol use has been known to increase the risk of a number of diseases, some studies suggest that moderate drinking can actually help you stay healthy. However, latest study reveals that even moderate drinking of red wine increases the risk of breast cancer in women.Posted: 2007-11-27
Category: Health & Fitness
Dental Anxiety: A Self-fulfilling Prophecy
Many people have dental anxiety and would rather endure the excruciating pain of a toothache than pay their dentists a visit. The fear comes from the anticipation of the pain rather than the pain itself. However, modern dentistry has recognized this problem that they continue to develop new techniques to alleviate it.Posted: 2007-11-23
Category: Health & Fitness
Taking Osteoporosis In Stride
Osteoporosis is considered a silent disease with no obvious symptoms until bones become so thin that it easily breaks or fracture. Doctors advise women to get a lot of vitamin D, calcium supplement and bone density screening test to determine the future of their posture.Posted: 2007-11-21
Category: Health & Fitness
