The FDA is, once again, considering approval of a new drug for weight loss that will combine two already existing drugs. Phentermine (half of phen phen) and topiramate (used for epilepsy and migraines) known by it's brand name as Topomax, combine to make Qnexa. This very drug, developed by Vivus failed to get approval back in 2010 due to the risk of heart problems and birth … [Read more...] about Weighing the Risks…Doing the Work
50 Shades of….Green
People often ask me my opinion about drinking "green" drinks, and honestly I don't know enough about the many brands of premixed greens that are out there, but yesterday, being Earth Day (and coming off a night of eating and drinking too much) I decided to make my own. Out came the blender and in went lettuce, spinach, celery, cucumber, parsley and of course some fruit to … [Read more...] about 50 Shades of….Green
Every Day is Earth Day…Today We Celebrate
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They Say It’s Your Birthday!
A quarter of a century ago today, our family and my life became entirely complete. Happy 25th birthday to my son and webmaster, Kyle Zipp. Love you to pieces each and every day. Can't wait to celebrate with you and the rest of the family very soon. … [Read more...] about They Say It’s Your Birthday!
From Ah-Choo to Om
We are currently in the midst of one of the worst allergy seasons, ever, due to the extremely mild winter in most of the United States. Did you know that stress can intensify your response to allergens by compromising the immune system? Since yoga is the perfect antidote to stress, try a few minutes of morning yoga to set a relaxed tone for the day. As little as 3 minutes of … [Read more...] about From Ah-Choo to Om