Few Americans Are Aware They Have Chronic Kidney Disease
Friday 30th of July 2010 09:48:54 AM
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| Secret Kidney Disease A shocking 10 million to 20 million Americans have kidney disease and don't know it. Moreover, over 7 million people have less than half the kidney function of a healthy young adult; while another 11.3 million have at least half of what's regarded as normal kidney function, but with persistent protein in their urine (a sign of kidney disease). High chronic kidney disease increases one's risk of premature death, heart attack, stroke, hypertension, anemia, bone disease and malnutrition. In light of this data, it is evident that a major plan of action is needed in... |
High Schools Struggling With Steroid Use
Friday 30th of July 2010 09:48:54 AM
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| SACRAMENTO, Calif. - High schools nationwide are struggling with rising steroid use, not just among football linemen battling for college scholarships but also among non-athletes who think bigger biceps will make them more popular. Most schools cannot afford the costly tests for detecting illegal bodybuilding drugs. Even those that test for marijuana and cocaine do not check for steroids, which are potentially more destructive. "For a small district to do this kind of testing would be cost-prohibitive," said Joseph Wilimek, school superintendent for Angels Camp. At Bret Harte High School in Angels Camp, all student-athletes and cheerleaders take urine tests... |
Creatine 'boosts brain power'
Friday 30th of July 2010 09:48:54 AM
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| The dietary supplement creatine - known to improve athletic performance - can also boost memory and intelligence, researchers claim. The supplement is favoured by some athletes Creatine is a natural compound found in muscle tissue, and has been popular with athletes looking for ways to increase fitness. However, experts say that it has a role in maintaining energy levels to the brain, and have the theory that taking more creatine might actually improve mental performance. Researchers from the University of Sydney and Macquarie University, both in Australia, tested this by giving creatine supplements to 45 young adult volunteers. Vegetarians were... |
Bonds admits to taking supplements, protein pills
Friday 30th of July 2010 09:48:54 AM
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| <p>The San Francisco Giants' home run king, Barry Bonds, says he's used creatine supplements and protein pills, according to a televised interview.</p><p>Bonds' acknowledgment he took the legal supplements comes in the face of much criticism and scrutiny about steroid use among Major League Baseball players.</p> |
Bonds admits to taking supplements, protein pills
Friday 30th of July 2010 09:48:54 AM
Posted by admin / Under Creatine
| <p>The San Francisco Giants' home run king, Barry Bonds, says he's used creatine supplements and protein pills, according to a televised interview.</p><p>Bonds' acknowledgment he took the legal supplements comes in the face of much criticism and scrutiny about steroid use among Major League Baseball players.</p> |


