Updates From Ruby Hawk

Saturday, December 3, 2011

New Treatments for Irritable Bowel Syndrome | Healthmad

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a painful condition that many people suffer from. It causes pain, bloating, constipation and an uncomfortable stomach. Some patients say treatments available do not control pain or symptoms. But the good news for sufferers is alternative treatments are available. There are options and the same treatment doesn’t work for everyone. Hypnosis works for some people, and cognitive therapy works for others. Some patients use both treatments.

Romney Wants to Privatize The VHA | Socyberty

Mitt Romney wants to dismantle the present system of Veterans Health Care and replace it with privatization, even though the VHA provides better care for veterans than private citizens receive, and at less cost. Why change a program that’s working? Ask a Republican. It’s their fundamental believe that the private sector can do a better job than the government. Anyone can look at our Health Care System with insurance companies, doctors and hospitals all working for profit and see how that works. It puts half the population out of any kind of healthcare.

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Ian Flemming and James Bond | Socyberty

Ian Fleming was the author of the James Bond novels. Plots, action, adventure, and beautiful women all wrapped up in an exciting package. We could hardly wait for the next book, and later the movies. We had had nothing like it before. 007 was the man of romance and action. Although Ian Fleming had seen no personal action, he was a key aide to Britain’s head of naval intelligence, and he had a great imagination and a golden typewriter. We are all the richer for Ian Fleming.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Correct Portion Sizes of Food | Notecook

Correct Portion Sizes of Food | Notecook

It’s very important to know the correct portion sizes of food. Sometimes we load our plate with good healthy food but in the wrong proportions. Learning the correct portion size will lessen the risks of disease. The food you choose every day, and correct portion sizes has a huge impact on staying healthy and disease free. The plan below is loaded with nutrients and is great for the whole family. Ask your doctor about correct portion sizes for your children.

How to Make Southern Biscuits | Notecook

How to Make Southern Biscuits | Notecook

If you have ever eaten good Southern biscuits you know what I’m talking about. They are melt in your mouth good. Put that sweet butter in there with some blackberry jam, pour yourself a hot cup of coffee and sit back and eat. I used to make them every morning for breakfast and sometimes for dinner and supper. I don’t do that anymore but I do make Southern style biscuits often. They still taste just as delicious. Try my recipe for Southern biscuits and see if you agree with me.

Monday, November 28, 2011

Organize Your Home for The New Year | Gomestic

Clutter can take over the house before you realize it. One day you look around and wonder how it happened without you noticing. With holidays and the New Year coming the time is right to make a plan and get organized. Get all the family in on the act. Clean out all the drawers and closets. Find pretty baskets and containers for must haves and box up the rest for charities or thrift stores. A few ideas are here to help you get started.

Sunday, November 27, 2011

Stop Smoking, be a Quitter | Healthmad

We know how bad cigarette smoking is for the human body. Smoking causes more diseases of the heart and lungs than any other single thing. It’s easy enough for non smokers to tell those addicted to nicotine to just stop smoking, but it isn’t that simple. It can be done. Many smokers quit every day that thought they couldn’t be free of the nicotine habit. It isn’t easy but with determination and the desire for good health and a longer life, why not do it now?