Foods to avoid during pregnancy

Eating healthy and balanced diet is a cornerstone to good health. And it is even more when you’re pregnant, for your developing baby needs nutrients, vitamins and minerals essential for healthy growth. However, there are certain foods you should avoid because they can cause problems during pregnancy....

Newer contraceptive pills may double the risk of a blood clot

Women taking birth control pills have the most modern double the risk of developing a blood clot that formulation makers oldest. This has given a new study. And although the overall risk of blood clots in both types of pill is still considered low, health authorities and sent the alert. Here we tell you...

NOTICE: The FDA states that the diet products based on the HCG are illegal

The Food and Drug Administration in the U.S. (FDA, for its acronym in English) has warned consumers not to use the HCG diet products. Although the HCG diet has been gaining popularity, there is no scientific evidence that helps to promote weight loss or fat redistribution. The diet is severely restricting...

FDA puts ophthalmologists in check by misleading advertisements

Recently the Food and Drug Administration (FDA for short) issued a letter to eye care professionals regarding their promotions and misleading advertising about laser treatments, known as LASIK, approved by the entity. This communication took place after noticing that some ads are often not adequately inform...

Healthy foods for your heart

A simple way to assist in the smooth functioning of the heart – it can even be quite pleasant – it’s healthy food choices that not only allow you to maintain a healthy weight but also help reduce blood pressure and blood sugar and blood cholesterol. In the month of September is World...