Most of us have probably heard our share of urban legends and old wives tales, but most realize them to be just that, a myth and nothing more. However, many women (and men) hear myths about pregnancy and new mothers. Yet, much like old wives tales, they are completely untrue.

1. The first and most widely believe myth is that sex during pregnancy will harm the baby. The truth is that having sex while pregnant will do no harm to the child and doctors actually encourage a healthy sexual relationship. However, if you are having a high risk pregnancy, have a history of miscarriage or pre-labor, your doctor will let you know if you should make any changes in your sexual activities.

2. Another commonly believed myth is that the position of your belly will indicate your child's sex. In reality the height or shape of your belly tells nothing about whether your child is a boy or girl. The shape and position of your belly is determined simply by your muscle tone, uterine tone, and the position the baby is in. If you really want to know what the gender of your baby will be go see you doctor and ask him to do an ultrasound.

3. Many women after giving birth believe that breastfeeding will cause weight gain. In truth, the opposite happens. Breastfeeding actually causes weight loss by burning calories, a lot of calories. It is estimated that women can burn about 500 calories a day from just breastfeeding, which is about the same as going on a five mile run. However, it is recommended that new mothers who are breastfeeding should only lose half a pound to a pound a week due to the fact that losing too much weight, too fast is unhealthy for the mother.

4. Myth number 4 is the myth that baby formula is an adequate substitute for breast milk. Although formula has improved, it is still not a replacement for breast milk. The nutrients, hormones, antibodies, and vitamins in the breast milk cannot be replaced by just formula. There have been many studies that show the benefits of breast milk. In fact, breast milk has been proven to lower the risk of developing allergies, infections, diarrhea, and lung disorders when compared to babies who have been given formula.

So there they are, some of the most widely believe myths about pregnancy and new mothers. Hopefully some of this information will help you. Best of luck.

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Have you ever wondered what would happen if everyone in North America stopped eating meat for a whole day? The idea is mind-blowing!! Here is a list of compiled facts that show the effects of nationwide vegetarianism.

Think of the resources that we could save!

The US would save enough water to supply 6 states- Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine – with enough water to last 4 months!!

Not only would we save water, but 1.5 BILLION pounds of crops, 70 million gallons of gas (which by the way would fuel all the cars in both Canada and Mexico), 3 million acres of land, 33 tonnes of antibiotics, and $70 million in economic damages.

225 million tonnes of soy is produced every year to feed the animals that we breed, so if we stopped eating meat, there would be enough food & grain saved to feed 1.5 billion starving people with 3 pounds of food a day.

Think of what we could stop!

All of the trucks, cars, SUV's, ships, and planes in the world do not make as much greenhouse gas emission as the meat industry, which makes 40% more greenhouse gas than any other pollutant.

By going vegetarian for a day, we would prevent 1.2 million tons of CO2 greenhouse gas emissions from polluting the air - That’s as much as the Greenhouse gas emissions from all of France!

The University of Chicago concluded that going Vegetarian for a day would be the equivalent to the environment as if everyone in the states switching their cars to hybrid cars.
If every American family skipped a meat-meal one day a week and had a vegetarian meal instead, the carbon dioxide prevention would be the same as if half a million cars were taken off American roads.

If we all went vegetarian for a day...

The solution would be right in front of us. We would have the ultimate weapon against the effects of pollution and global warming!

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DoctorSolve Healthcare Solutions Inc., a Canadian Internet-based pharmacy intermediary (license #BC X23), offers low cost, long-term prescription drugs. A professionally registered pharmacist fills all Canadian prescriptions. A certified member of the Canadian International Pharmacy Association, DoctorSolve is ranked as one of the best online Canadian pharmacies by PharmacyChecker.com.

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Labels: metabolism, natural medicine, natural weight loss, vitamins, weight loss

If you've ever been into any kind of sci-fi movies or television shows you've almost definitely seen the characters on the show popping pills for everything, from food pills, to pills that somehow instantly cure wounds that no man, Chuck Norris included, could survive. I'm sure you've wondered, "When are we going to get those?" Well, maybe we've already got them.

Heliocare, an oral dietary supplement is loaded with antioxidants which help protect the skin against sun damage. The almost too-good-to-be-true pill is very real, and in fact is the first oral sun protectant to be clinically proven to prevent free radicals, premature aging, and hyperpigmentation.

For those that are into the natural medicines, here is some good news, the main ingredient, Polypodium leucotomos extract, is 100% natural. Two other key ingredients found in Heliocare are beta-carotene, an efficient anti-free-radical agent, and green tea extract, which has potent antioxidant activity, protects DNA, and can regenerate oxidized Vitamin E.

However, for those that are wondering, Heliocare is not a replacement for sunscreen and protective clothing. Even the Heliocare website states this, and even suggests that Heliocare should be taken with sunscreen and protective clothing to provide the best protection for the consumer.

Furthermore, Heliocare does not carry any known side effects. In fact, Polypodium leucotomos extract has been safely used for over 20 years! Heliocare has been published in many top medical journals, including The Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. Additionally, Heliocare has been widely recommended by doctors all over the world.

Here is what the Heliocare website says their product does.

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- Increased tolerance to the sun
- Reduced skin changes after chronic exposure to the sun
- Helps maintain your skin's elasticity
- Provides cell protection in the epidermis
- Protects skin cell DNA"

However, the Heliocare website also says, "Do not use Polypodium leucotomos extracts during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Heliocare supplements should not be taken if you are on Digoxin or any other medicines used to treat heart failure. Also note that there have been no specific studies in patients under the age of 18. Consult with your doctor first before allowing your children to use Heliocare pills."

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Many people, including me, have heard their mother tell them that "breakfast is the most important meal of the day." However, many of us have never actually gone out of their way to discover why this is true. Well, the saying itself is true, but for many reasons that even your mom probably didn't know.

When you go to sleep your body goes about 6-10 hours without food or drinks, basically your body is running on empty when you wake up. Therefore, it is extremely important to refuel with a big, but healthy breakfast.

Try eating foods with glucose in them to supply enough energy for the day. Why? Because glucose is the body's source of energy, much like fuel for your car. Your brain feeds on glucose, so by eating a big meal consisting of foods that contain glucose your mind will be sharper and you'll be able to concentrate better. Furthermore, glucose powers your muscles. With a good breakfast your body will have more energy and you will feel less tired. However, the crucial part about breakfast is to avoid the bad items of food like donuts. Donuts will give you a spike in glucose and energy however; it will be short lived and will be followed by a huge sugar crash. Instead try looking for some foods with 100% whole grains because the digest evenly and give you energy throughout the day.

Additionally, if you are trying to lose weight, but think skipping breakfast is one way to do it, you are sadly mistaken. Many studies show that adults and children who skip breakfast are more likely to be heavier than those that have breakfast every day. Furthermore, studies have shown that children who eat breakfast do better in school because they are more focused and are able to concentrate at a higher level.

Next time you hear someone tell you that breakfast the most important meal of the day, or if you are telling someone else, also tell them why. Makes you think, what else was mom right about when you were younger?

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If you eat whole and healthy meals, you will have less of an urge to snack on junk foods. The average meal should contain items from each of the four main food groups - Fruits and Vegetables, Grains, Meats and alternatives, and dairy products. Any meal which satisfies these groups will help you gain the nutrients and vitamins you need to prevent sudden hunger pains.

It's no fun cutting junk food out of your diet completely... so set your limits. Try to consume only one or two small junk food items a day.

- Make a stash

Make a stash or a section in your fridge filled with already prepared snacks like carrots and dip, trail mix, fruit salads, yogurt parfaits, or snack wraps. Whenever you have the urge to snack, grab something from your healthy snack stash.

Writing down any fast foods or junk foods that you eat may help you reduce your intake. Sometimes having your bad habits put right before your eyes can stop them in their tracks. But don't beat yourself up if you had a junk food day - nobody's perfect!

- Pop a mint

Avoid junk food isles at the grocery store by spending the majority of your shopping time in the produce section. Pick up vegetables and fruits that appeal to you instead of chocolate and cookies. Check the label before buying anything that may contain a lot of fat or calories.

When we are bored, we tend to snack, even if we aren't hungry. The solution is to make sure that we do not treat eating as a pastime, but as an act of fulfilling our body's real needs.

- Treat yourself

It's okay to treat yourself to a sweet snack every now and then, nobody expects you to be 100% junk free!


DoctorSolve Healthcare Solutions Inc., a Canadian Internet-based pharmacy intermediary (license #BC X23), offers low cost, long-term prescription drugs. A professionally registered pharmacist fills all Canadian prescriptions. A certified member of the Canadian International Pharmacy Association, DoctorSolve is ranked as one of the best online Canadian pharmacies by PharmacyChecker.com.

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Labels: cravings, food groups, healthy, junk food, nutrition

For those that are much like me and love their cup of coffee whenever they can get it, there are many positive benefits of drinking that cup of what I like to call, pure "awesomeness."

1. Helps prevent brain illnesses such as, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and dementia. Numerous studies have shown that caffeine helps in the protection from brain diseases. A study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health showed that the moderate consumption of caffeine cut the risk of developing Parkinson's disease in half!

2. Protects against diabetes. That's right, drinking coffee helps prevent diabetes type 2, the type of diabetes where the body tissues actually become resistant to insulin. A study from the Archives of Internal Medicine found that women who drank 6 or more cups of coffee a day were 22% less likely to develop type 2 diabetes than women who drank no coffee at all.

3. Coffee contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help prevent cell damage, which is related to the process of aging. However, this cell damage is also tied to many forms of cancer. German researchers found a potent antioxidant compound in coffee that appears to boost phase 2 enzymes, which are believed to prevent colon cancer, the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States.

4. Coffee reduces the risk of eye spasms that lead to blindness. A study published in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry showed that coffee may reduce the risk of the eye disorder blepharospasm, which can lead to blindness. Current treatments for the disorder are botox injections, or the surgical removal of eyelid nerves. However, the study found that patients who drank two or more cups of coffee a day could prevent the onset of the eye disorder by 1.7 years for every extra cup they drank.

5. Coffee reduces muscle pain. A study published in the Journal of Pain, showed that drinking coffee can reduced muscle pain after a workout quite significantly. In fact, two cups of coffee were found to reduce muscle pain by up to 48%!

DoctorSolve Healthcare Solutions Inc., a Canadian Internet-based pharmacy intermediary (license #BC X23), offers low cost, long-term prescription drugs. A professionally registered pharmacist fills all Canadian prescriptions. A certified member of the Canadian International Pharmacy Association, DoctorSolve is ranked as one of the best online Canadian pharmacies by PharmacyChecker.com.

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Labels: Alzheimer's, benefits of coffee, caffeine, coffee, Diabetes, Parkinson's