Bottled Water Found Contaminated for Contact Lens Use
Baylor College of Medicine researchers tested 23 bottled water brands and found nearly a third contaminated with bacteria molds algae and amoebas. Using contaminated water to rinse lenses can transfer microbes to the eye risking corneal infection. Experts urge use of lens solution and strict disinfection.
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Baylor College of Medicine
Houston
Kirk Wilhelmus
Baylor
Opthalmology
Wilhelmus
XCam2 home surveillance kit from X10 reviewed
A Dallas Morning News reviewer outlines the X10 XCam2 system with a wireless camera and 2.4 GHz receiver. The camera, mounted up to 12 feet from power and transmitter, sends sight and sound to a TV receiver up to 100 feet away, given sufficient light. It sells for about $80 and sources list X10 contact details.
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X10
Dallas Morning News
X10.com
Facial-hair cream shows promise for women study says
Trial studies of Eflornithine HCI 15 percent demonstrate significant inhibition in facial-hair growth in women. Researchers from the University of Miami and ARATEC Clinics reported at an American Academy of Dermatology meeting.
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University of Miami
Ocala
Fla
Food guilt and dieting clash with quick meals and health guidelines
The Washington Post piece examines how Americans juggle hunger, cost, speed, and health in meals. It discusses the 5 a Day campaign, the USDA food pyramid, and rising obesity while noting many struggle to eat well despite nutrition information and guidance.
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Washington Post
Ashington
National Cancer Institute
USDA
U.S
United States
American Diabetes Association
Mixed signals on diet and alcohol from health officials
A discussion of evolving dietary guidelines and the paradoxes of nutrition science. Highlights include limits on alcohol intake, the obesity epidemic, rising diabetes in children, and national efforts like the Congressional Prevention Coalition and a May nutrition summit.
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American Academy of Pediatrics
USDA
Congress
Congressional Prevention Coalition
Jim Leach
Iowa
Jim Moran
D-Va
Mike DeWine
Ohio
Bob Graham
D Fla
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Washington
Pentagon
National Academy of Sciences
Chocolate's dual tale: health hype boosts per person intake
Historical note shows a dip to 9.67 pounds per person in 1983 amid a health craze, then a rise to 12.2 pounds as antioxidants and stearic acid gains attention. The public shifts from fear to claim of heart benefits as consumption rebounds.
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The
Washington Post
Strengthen thighs and hips for safer workouts
Advice on improving leg strength over spot reducing. Focus on outer and inner thigh work plus hip and butt shaping. Strength training two to three times weekly with controlled movements enhances function and lowers injury risk. Includes vitamin E sources and a list of home fitness tapes with ordering details.
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A.B
Shape Magazine
Living Arts
Cathe Friedrich
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