Here are this weekend's reading diversions, for your personal enlightenment. Have a great weekend!
John Robbins: Is McDonald's Betraying Our Kids By Barraging Them With Junk Food Ads?
McDonald's food may be junk, say such critics, but it's a personal choice. No one is physically forcing children to eat Big Macs. Where are parents anyway? Why don't they assume their authority and take responsibility? Are they just looking for someone other than themselves to blame because their kids are fat and unhealthy?
- Crohn's Disease Center - EverydayHealth.com
Diagnosing Crohn's can be especially challenging because its symptoms are so similar to those of several other conditions, but a visit to your doctor is the first step toward a diagnosis.
Women's health: Preventing the top 7 threats - MayoClinic.com
The biggest threats to women's health are often preventable. Here's what you need to know to live a longer, healthier life
Aging: What to expect as you get older - MayoClinic.com
Do you expect to find a few more wrinkles and gray hairs each time you look in the mirror? These are just some of the changes you're likely to notice as you get older. You're not necessarily at the mercy of Mother Nature, however. Here's a list of common aging-related changes — and what you can do to promote good health at any age.
Adult ADHD: 15 Signs You May Have It
Children with ADHD can be overly energetic, but adults may just feel edgy or restless.
Symptoms - Crohn's Disease - Digestive Disorders - Canadian Digestive Health Foundation
The most common symptoms of Crohn's disease are abdominal pain (often in the right, lower area of the abdomen) and diarrhea
A Cultured Man Is a Healthier, Happier Man: Study
Both men and women who engaged in sports, religious and cultural events reported better health and satisfaction with life than those who were less engaged.
Information on Depression in the Elderly on MedicineNet.com
Insomnia is usually a symptom of depression. New studies reveal that insomnia is also a risk factor for depression onset and recurrence -- particularly in the elderly.
