Appalachian Medical Massage Associates

We all know that fructose isn’t exactly health food, but can lead to a world of ills. . . .

Thanks to Raj Mehta for this link that gives another reason to avoid high fructose corn syrup:

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Life/Health-Fitness/Health/High-fructose-levels-make-fat-cells-fatter/articleshow/6078353.cms

Tamoxifen is frequently prescribed as treatment for estrogen-based cancers, but the Harvard Mental Health Letter reports that some antidepressants may interfere with the drug’s anti-cancer properties.

Three antidepressants—paroxetine (Paxil), fluoxetine (Prozac), and bupropion (Wellbutrin)—should be avoided while taking tamoxifen. These antidepressants are also used to treat hot flashes and aid with smoking cessation.

If you are taking both tamoxifen and one of these three drugs, please consult with your physician.  The article notes that other antidepressants are less likely to interfere with tamoxifen. Better options for women taking tamoxifen include venlafaxine (Effexor), desvenlafaxine (Pristiq), and mirtazapine (Remeron).

http://www.health.harvard.edu/press_releases/some-antidepressants-interfere-with-breast-cancer-treatment?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=socialmedia&utm_campaign=061510_tw

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Thanks to this news from the Washington Post’s Martha Thomas, we’re feelin’ good about improvements in hospital menus. . . .  Go, Georgetown!

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/03/22/AR2010032202870.html

What do Shakespeare’s Lady Macbeth and researcher Spike Lee at the University of Michigan have in common? They both realize that hand washing may help rinse away mental turmoil.

Find out more from NPR:

Many of our clients have been interested in making a transition to more minimalist shoes, such as Vibram’s Five Fingers.  Here’s a link to some helpful tips for making that transition smoothly:

http://www.runbare.com/446/how-to-transition-into-vibram-five-fingers/

Five Fingers & Toes

The April 7th edition of The New York Times magazine has a fun spread in honor of the recent reprint of “Exercises for Gentlemen: 50 Exercises to Do With Your Suit On,” originally published in 1908.  http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2010/04/07/t-magazine/webstory_execrisesonsuit.html

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“Instead of trying to motivate [patients] with the ‘fear of dying,’ Ornish reframes the issue. He inspires a new vision of the ‘joy of living’ — convincing them they can feel better, not just live longer.” ~ Fast Company

In an inspiring video from the TED lecture series, Dr. Dean Ornish shows us ways in which we can change ourselves. . . . Thereby leading happier, healthier & even longer lives.

The newest edition of our semiannual newsletter, “To Your Health” Spring 2010, is hot off the presses!

Featured articles include:

~ “The Benefits of Lymphatic Massage” - Cathy Ulrich
~ “No Pain, No Gain?” - Cathy Ulrich
~ “Massage for Seniors”

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(AP Photo/Courtesy Antonio Benedi)

Many of the dear folks with whom we work have lived in pain for years.  As a result, over-the-counter meds can play a frequent role in our lives. . . .

While Tylenol certainly can be helpful, we need to remember to exercise caution when using over-the-counter medications.

Last year, the FDA linked normal acetaminophin use to liver damage and pushed for stronger warnings and stricter dose limits for drugs that, like Tylenol, contain acetaminophen.

When Antonio Benedi (right) of Springfield, Va., felt a case of the flu coming on one weekend in February 1993, he did what millions of others do — he reached for a common over-the-counter pain medication. “I was taking Tylenol like I was supposed to, by the label,” he said. A few days later the then 37-year-old in a coma and in dire need of a liver transplant.

Read the whole story at ABC news:

http://abcnews.go.com/Health/PainNews/story?id=7699582

How many do you have?    http://air-purifier-reviewsite.com/blog/15-house-plants-you-can-use-as-air-purifiers/

* Areca Palm Tree       * Peace Lily

* Lady Palm                * Aloe Vera

* Bamboo Palm           * Spider Plant

* Boston Fern              * Chrysanthemum

* Rubber Plant             * Snake Plant

* Dracaena

* English Ivy

* Date Palm Tree

* Ficus Alii

* Heart Leaf Philodendron

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