Monthly Archives: August 2013
Colorful foods
Have you ever heard that the prettier your food is, the better it is for you? We are talking color now. If you happen to get your hands on a copy of 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life by … Continue reading
What about foods for cancer or to prevent cancer?
Without really realizing it, all of us have cells in our bodies that are predisposed to cancer. Everything that makes up our world then affects whether or not those cells grow or die; whether we get cancer or we don’t. … Continue reading
Those seeking foods good for ailments
Look no further, according to Brian Wansink, PhD from Cornell University Food and Brand Lab and the author of Mindless Eating, “Dave Grotto goes far beyond telling you what’s good for you, why it’s good for you , and how … Continue reading
Heart healthy suggestions according to Dave Grotto
I am not certain that you have heard that almonds are nature’s cure for many things. In fact, the Food and Drug Administration even admitted this in 2003 when they approved a limited health claim for almonds saying that those … Continue reading
Necrosis as a result of Coumadin
Necrosis is the death of skin tissue. Necrosis may be induced by Coumadin as a nasty side effect. Actually, it is quite rare; affecting only 0.01 to 0.1 percent of patients that have been prescribed this drug. According to “Wounds,” … Continue reading
Severe bleeding as a result of Coumadin
Blood is not my favorite thing as a caregiver. I really have to settle myself so that I am not the one the ambulance is called for. Now, I am not worried about blood getting on me personally, it is … Continue reading
Other dangerous side effects of Coumadin or Warfarin
Since Coumadin, or its generic version Warfarin, is used as an anticoagulant, a blood thinner that inhibits the action of Vitamin K from green veggies, there are certain side effects that caregivers should take note of. As I discussed yesterday … Continue reading
Nosebleeds and Coumadin
For most people, a nosebleed is not something that they want to be witness to. For a caregiver of the elderly, a nosebleed or two could be commonplace. But what if the nosebleed that occurs is similar to a running … Continue reading
With Age Comes Respect - An Elderly Caregiver's Perspective 