Compound interest In this age of "have it your way" burgers, made-to-fit jeans and personalized ring tones, its no surprise that prescription ... Nov 3, 2009
From converting hard-to-swallow pills into easy-to-use transdermal creams for seniors, to changing bitter-tasting medicine into cherry-flavored gummi bears for children and fish-flavored liquid for finicky felines, compounding pharmacies create medicines to meet unique needs that cant be fulfilled by mass-produced drugs ... If so, you may want to go to another pharmacy," says Virginia Herold, executive officer for the California State Board of Pharmacy in Sacramento. Ask about the... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Cranberry Sorbet Recipe Nov 3, 2009
When following any sort of recipe for sorbet or ice creams, measure to the exact recipe. Various aspects of sorbet and ice cream making are similar to chemistry. (Suite101.com)
Patent medicine makers claimed to cure all Nov 1, 2009
Bloomington's manufacturers and their many pills, creams, bitters and tonics offered, the paper added, "a surcease of sorrow and a balm for every wound.". The granddaddy of local patent medicine makers was Cyrenius Wakefield, who garnered national fame with his Blackberry Balsam remedy for irritable bowels. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
'Bioidenticals' not FDA-approved, contain estrogen Oct 31, 2009
The Federal Trade Commission has filed complaints against online sellers who made health claims for natural progesterone creams without supporting evidence ... I laugh when they call me a quack, said Somers, who applies hormone creams vaginally and on her arms and takes some 60 supplement pills each day ... Although Alsgaard did not use the supplements, she did spend about 1,000 for saliva tests, hormone creams and custom-compounded hormone pills the doctor prescribed. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Bioidenticals: Estrogen without FDA approval for menopause? Oct 30, 2009
Audiologist Elizabeth Alsgaard spent about $1,000 for saliva tests, hormone creams and custom-compounded hormone pills the doctor prescribed ... Creams can help with vaginal dryness ... The Federal Trade Commission has filed complaints against online sellers who made health claims for natural progesterone creams without supporting evidence. (USA Today -- News)
What's in a name? Coles biscuit slammed as racist Oct 27, 2009
The name of Coles' Creole Creams has come under fire from UQ academic Sam Watson (inset) ... The name of the Coles brand biscuits, Creole Creams, has sparked controversy in the wake of the much-derided Hey Hey It's Saturday blackface skit earlier this month ... The biscuits, similar to Arnott's Delta Creams and Oreos, with a chocolate exterior and cream centre. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Unknown risks from menopause remedies Oct 26, 2009
The Federal Trade Commission has filed complaints against online sellers who made health claims for natural progesterone creams without supporting evidence. In 2001, the government tested 29 products from compounding pharmacies and found that one-third did not meet standard quality benchmarks, including potency problems, Manson writes in her book, "Hot Flashes, Hormones and Your Health.". (MSNBC -- Health)
Four Easy Organic Halloween Candy R... Oct 22, 2009
Marzipan Candy, Peppermint Creams, Chocolate and Candy Apples ... Place the peppermint creams onto greaseproof paper and place in a warm place to dry for 24 hours. (Suite101.com)
Somers Argues Chemo Is Pointless In Book Oct 20, 2009
" Though his alternative treatments didn't work, the actor, who embodied a sense of rebellion and individualism, gave voice to an emerging feeling that mainstream medicine might not be enough, Lerner says. Fast forward to the 21st century, where Somers, who played the ditzy blonde in TV's "Three's Company," has written a series of books making that point. In "Ageless," she argued that doctors don't understand women's bodies, especially those going through menopause. With so-called "bioidentical"... (Click2Houston, TX)
Medical patent builds Orange Park business Oct 20, 2009
The company has used the process in its own line of products, including migraine supplement Migra-Zen Relief Plus, arthritis pills and creams Arthri-Zen Relief, and similar arthritis formulas for horses and dogs. They have seen the effectiveness of the process in the results of numerous double-blind studies on its products. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Now, instant facelift with a cup of coffee Oct 20, 2009
It is used by cosmetic surgeons as a filler to remove fine lines and is an ingredient in many anti-wrinkle creams. Topics. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
W Hotel ready to enter, stage left, to spotlight Oct 18, 2009
One of their creams is Fat Girl Slim. I almost didn t feel cool enough to stay at the Times Square W. Do you think the W might be intimidating for some people. (Boston Globe)
When All Seemed Lost, She Lost Weight Oct 15, 2009
Dessert: Low fat ice creams, No Pudge brownies. Special Thanks: Macy's By Appointment Free Personal Shopping Service. (CBS News -- Early Show)
My Two Cents: Rejecting the tanning bed temptation a good choice indeed Oct 15, 2009
Self-tanning lotions, sprays, and creams, hours spent frying on beaches because sunscreen was left accidentally-on-purpose back at the house, and tanning beds. Lay down beds, stand up booths, super, premium -- when it comes to tanning, the customer can pick their poison -- quite literally. (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
Make-up tips for the bride Oct 14, 2009
Rather than layering up loads of foundations and creams they want to highlight the best of their features. Shalini Jha who is awaiting her wedding says, I know the photos at my wedding can really wash me out so Ill make sure my look is blended properly at the same time intensifies my eyes and lips. (India Times, India)
Courteney Cox is right at home in ABC's hit 'Cougar Town' Oct 14, 2009
"She'll tell you about her diet, exercise and face creams.". Still, Cox is aware that she's no longer the ing. (USA Today -- Life)
Storage innovation Oct 13, 2009
Meanwhile, the one-litre Time Savers Speedy Chef is a manual contraption that silently beats and stirs ingredients like creams and egg white. It consists of two parts, a vessel and a cover with an integrated crank handle, seal, top cover and six whisks. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Liquid misery to stay Oct 9, 2009
Since then, creams, hair gels, pressurised containers and mascara, for example, must be taken on board in a transparent resealable plastic bag, though larger quantities of liquids can be carried in checked-in luggage. Medicine and baby foods are exempt, as are drinks and perfumes bought airside before boarding. (iAfrica.com)
Too Much Of A Good Thing? Scientists Explain Cellular Effects Of Vitamin A Overdose And Deficiency Oct 9, 2009
This is particularly important as combinations of foods, drinks, creams, and nutritional supplements containing added vitamin A make an overdose more possible than ever before ... "Our work illuminates the value and potential harm of vitamin A use in cosmetic creams and nutritional supplements," said Ulrich Hammerling, co-author of the study, from the Sloan-Kettering Institute for Cancer Research in New York. (Science Daily)
Could Antioxidants Make Us More, Not Less, Prone To Diabetes? Study Says Yes Oct 8, 2009
7, 2009) We've all heard about the damage that reactive oxygen species (ROS) aka free radicals can do to our bodies and the sales pitches for antioxidant vitamins, skin creams or "superfoods" that can stop them. In fact, there is considerable scientific evidence that chronic ROS production within cells can contribute to human diseases, including insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. (Science Daily)
Grocer Kroger cranks up food manufacturing Oct 8, 2009
National-brand ice creams go for at least four times as much, a contrast that bargain-hunters like Briana Carter, 30, of Tipton, Ind. appreciate. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Anti-ageing creams could cause cancer Oct 8, 2009
Anti-ageing creams, which promise to smooth away the fine lines of maturity, could lead to cancer by stripping the skin of its protective top layer, warn experts. A leading US professor has said that using these revolutionary creams could expose the skin to dangerous toxins and make it more prone to sun damage ... Dr Sam Epstein, chairman of the Cancer Prevention Coalition, has said that popular ingredients in anti-ageing creams called alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) were "probably the most dangerous... (India Times, India)
Use of Botox to Reduce Wrinkles and... Oct 7, 2009
New non-surgical facelift procedures and wrinkle removal products are coming on the market all the time as Botox alternatives, which comprise of cosmetic Botox creams, lotions, serums and dermatological procedures such as skin peels. REFinex: formulated with a snake venom ingredient, REFinex is made from venoms' peptides for use in cosmetics. (Suite101.com)
Optimizing the value of shea in poverty alleviation Oct 7, 2009
Through WATH's interventions, two Ghanaian entrepreneurs, Madam Comfort Adjahoe of Ele Agbe Company and Gladys Commey of All Pure Nature Company currently fill orders for more than 12, 000 shea soaps and 4, 000 creams to US markets. According to WATH, "in addition to boosting their revenues, the order will also provide work and investment opportunities for approximately 120 women in rural northern Ghana" which supplies the shea butter to the two businesses: "Their relationship with Ten Thousand... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Rare bee skills not enough to earn visa Oct 4, 2009
It is used in cosmetics, creams and ointments. Mr Zou and his wife live and work on their farm at Young, in south-west NSW, where they tend the bees, and have a retail outlet in Liverpool Road, Ashfield. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Up Your Nose or Down Your Throat? Oct 3, 2009
Likewise, it makes sense to use creams and ointments rather than injections for external cuts and scrapes. Cost is sometimes a factor, too. (Slate)
Kristen Suzanne: Ultimate Raw Vegan... Oct 2, 2009
Other desserts include ice creams, tarts, truffles and several raw cheesecakes. The recipes are extremely nutritious and would be fitting for most special diets. (Suite101.com)
Jojoba Oil for Treatment of Rosacea Sep 26, 2009
Anti-creams and products containing steroids can result in rosacea ... In effort to find relief, many turn to lotions or creams that only aggravate the disease. (Suite101.com)
An entire aisle just for noodles Sep 25, 2009
During a tour of the store this week, manager Lee noted the market s three Western aisles, stocked with familiar mainstream brands - Sauve and Pantene shampoos, Hood ice creams, Campbell s soups, and Ocean Spray juices - as well as popular international brands like Goya, a maker of Latin American foods. James Choi, a grocery department manager from an H Mart in New York, said he will be working at the new Burlington location for the next few weeks to help promote the store, especially to those... (Boston Globe)
Bridgewater farmers’ market’s first growth finds eager buyers Sep 23, 2009
There are three produce vendors; three bakeries selling artisan breads (some gluten free), cookies, quiches, galettes, muffins, tarts, and other sweets; a granola company; an organic caterer; locally made soap, honey, and cheese; and lotions and creams made with lavender grown nearby. Every week, Rockin K, a Bridgewater cafe that focuses on seasonal ingredients, sets up a booth. (Boston Globe)
Students' Meals At School Tracked Sep 23, 2009
"I was really shocked. I was like, 'Wow, you're eating three ice creams and two Honey Buns?'". From personal experience, Williams was not going to let her children make bad mealtime decisions. (Click2Houston, TX)
Natural and Conventional Rosacea Tr... Sep 22, 2009
Antibiotic creams and gels are often recommended by doctors to treat rosacea. In severe cases, surgery is used to correct rhimophyma. (Suite101.com)
Cellulite Reduction Guide Sep 20, 2009
Creams and Other Tactics for Cellulite Reduction. Cellulite gels, lotions and skin firming creams infuse a woman's problem areas with moisture and can temporarily reduce cellulite's appearance. (Suite101.com)
Sonoma happenings Sep 19, 2009
The Brown Baggers, with La Luz boardmember Elizabeth Kemp as leader, served great hamburgers and hot dogs, raspberry-laden Jell-O salad, potato and green salads, beans, corn on the cob, Vineyard Workers' Services director Mario Castillo's famous salsa and chips, guacamole, homemade cakes, ice creams, melons and Mexican beverages. Thanks to all who helped a healthy-looking group of young men. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Natural Remedies for Perioral Derma... Sep 19, 2009
Antibiotics and steroid creams may only give temporary relief ... Avoid Creams, Lotions, and Flouride ... Prescription or over-the-counter steroid (hydrocortisone) creams initially seem to improve Perioral Dermatitis because they reduce inflammation, however they weaken the body's immune response and the results can include spread or worsening of the rash. (Suite101.com)
Invention Can Turn Red Wine By-products Into Yoghurt, Chocolates, Creams And More Sep 19, 2009
Skin creams using the powder were more effective than red to violet eye-shadow and some wine properties could be good for the skin, including having anti-wrinkle effects. However consumers would have to get used to the idea of applying a cream which is initially violet although does not stay red when absorbed into the skin, says Randel. (Science Daily)
Denture cream overdoses spur illness, lawsuits Sep 19, 2009
Cincinnati-based Procter & Gamble and Britain's GlaxoSmithKline said in statements to The Associated Press that their denture creams are safe when used properly. On their Internet sites, both have sections devoted to the issue of zinc in their denture creams ... The Consumer Healthcare Products Association, a nonprofit organization that represents makers of over-the-counter medicines, said the denture creams containing zinc were first approved by the FDA 15 years ago. (MSNBC -- Health)
Full Story » Sep 18, 2009
"Blake Roney built this company on a solid foundation of values such as innovation, hard work and generosity, and those values have been the reason behind much of the company's 25 years of success. Likewise, Nu Skin Korea, under the direction of Luke Yoo, has continued to be a significant contributor to Nu Skin's growth and its innovative sales initiatives have served as a catalyst for growth throughout the our organization. This is Nu Skin's second win for its Korean operations, named Best... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Italian Ice Cream Defies Slump as Gelato Makers Follow Marco Polo to Asia Sep 17, 2009
Fruit flavors have only fruit, ice and sugar, while the milk-based flavors have less air injected than typical American ice creams, making them denser and creamier. Obama Girls. (Bloomberg)
How Safe are Tanning Beds? Sep 15, 2009
These lotions, creams and sprays create a tan by causing a chemical reaction. Current products no longer produce that streaky disease look that everyone could recognize as the tan in a can. (Suite101.com)
Veep refute claims about child labour in cocoa sector Sep 10, 2009
Cargill is one of the world's leading brands in cocoa confectionary and the launch of the company's cocoa powder and butter christened 'Good Taste of Ghana' is to stamp the country's supremacy in the cocoa beverage sector by using the products for dairy, bakery, ice creams, compound coatings, desserts and as fillings in food preparations. The products are also meant to market processed Ghanaian cocoa products as global health artefacts. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
South Africa: Unemployed Turn to Stealing to Survive Sep 10, 2009
Things which could be easily hidden, such as CDs, DVDs, razor blades, toiletries and skin creams were stolen, and shoplifters were often caught eating food while in the store, or stealing basic foodstuffs like maize and rice. "Its tough times and people are finding it difficult to survive.". (allAfrica.com)
Sweet cream, fresh fruit creates Tocumban treat (18) Sep 7, 2009
In addition to the fresh fruit bionicos and paletas, there are pine nut, walnut and pistachio ice creams with actual nuts, not flavor extracts, made in the store. Carr is irresistible when encouraging newbies to "just give it a try!" The store sells its custom-blended, one-liter, take-home containers of ice cream for 10. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Is Latisse Better for Eyelash Exten... Sep 6, 2009
The use of eyelash growth creams and topical gels have not proven successful. Women have wanted longer, fuller eyelashes as part of fashion. (Suite101.com)
BEN & JERRY 'Hubby Hubby' flavor for Vermont gay marriage... Sep 3, 2009
Ben and Jerry's has changed the name of one of its best-selling ice creams to Hubby Hubby, in celebration of the legalisation of gay marriage in its home state of Vermont. By Published: 10:08AM BST 02 Sep 2009. (The Drudge Report)
How to Protect Food in Bear Country Aug 30, 2009
Hanging Smellables, Using Bear Bags and Canisters, Planning Ahead. By taking some simple steps, backcountry hikers and campers can protect their food from bears. (Suite101.com)
Incredible Grub Aug 29, 2009
Made in-house, Rick's frozen yogurt and ice creams are indeed notoriously rich, and the small-business intimacy of the store is the cherry on top. Rick's recently expanded to include more indoor seating, but sitting outside with a cone after work or play is a quintessential Palo Alto summer experience. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Fruits Rarely Seen Inside of North ... Aug 29, 2009
The fruit is used to make delicious juices, ice creams and popsicles ... All of these are used in juices, desserts and ice creams. (Suite101.com)
Twists on Ice Cream Treats Aug 29, 2009
Nicotra said he came up with the idea of these flavors years ago while eating at Japanese restaurants, which feature green tea and red bean ice creams ... The base of all no-melt ice creams is Cold Stone's sweet cream flavor, mixed in with your choice of Jell-O flavors: butterscotch, chocolate, banana and vanilla. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Community Calendar Aug 29, 2009
Hotel/travel sized deodorant, shampoo, lotion, conditioner, NO SOAP, toothpaste & mouthwash, toothbrushes, dental floss & brush ups, breath strips, disposable razors, eye drops, saline nose drops, unscented baby wipes, wet wipes, small hand sanitizer, small Kleenex packets, q-tips, antifungal creams, band-aids, Gold Bond Medicated Foot Powder, Moleskin cushions for feet, non-aerosol air freshener, new or used DVD's or CD's, AAA & AA batteries, disposal cameras, current pocket books or magazines,... (KSBW 8, CA)
Powder panacea Aug 29, 2009
There are so many breakthrough wrinkle creams and state-of-the-art moisturisers, that its hard not to get sucked in. But bedak sejuk is my skincare staple. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Going organic movement takes hold on local farms Aug 28, 2009
You don t have to be a member to shop at the coop, and it provides a wealth of local produce and products, from greens, fruits, honey and eggs to salsa and even herbal lotions and creams. Many South County residents believe that it was the food coop movement in the 70s that helped nurture the idea that consumers could have some control over the price of their food, where it came from, and how it was grown. (Westerly Sun, RI)
At Home Cellulite Treatments Aug 28, 2009
Caffeine is the main ingredient in many cellulite creams. In other words, coffee can be used as a natural cellulite treatment. (Suite101.com)
* World News Quick Take Aug 27, 2009
Mercury has long been used as a whitening agent in cosmetic creams, especially in Asia where pale skin is seen as a sign of beauty and nobility. NORWAY. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Warner Chilcott buying P&G drug business for $3.1B Aug 26, 2009
It also sells skin products such as acne treatment Doryx, Pyridium for pain from urinary tract infections, Moisturel skin cleansers and therapeutic creams, Taclonex ointment for psoriasis and Sarafem for severe physical and emotional problems linked to the menstrual cycle. Warner Chilcott said it is borrowing the entire $3. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Herbs Revealed Aug 25, 2009
Mint leaves are used in teas, beverages, jellies, syrups, candies, and ice creams. In Middle Eastern cuisine, mint is used on lamb dishes. (CBS News -- Early Show)
First family to vacation on Mass. island Aug 23, 2009
There are cupcakes and ice creams named for the Obamas and cardboard cutouts of the president in storefront windows. The Vineyard is small, just 23 miles long with a year-round population of about 15,000. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Obama Leaves DC For 10-Day Vacation Aug 22, 2009
There are cupcakes and ice creams named for the Obamas and even cardboard cutouts of the president in storefront windows. The Vineyard is small -- just 23 miles long with a year-round population of about 15,000. (Click2Houston, TX)
From: African Women in the Diaspora Aug 22, 2009
They think all were about is to come into their hair supply stores every week to get a different brand and length of weave and fading creams. But what are we to do. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Are Nutrient-Spiked Foods Really Better? Aug 21, 2009
Her shame list includes a candy bar pumped with caffeine and B vitamins, marketed as an "energy boost," and fattening ice creams enriched with calcium and helpful bacteria called probiotics. Other nutrition experts worry about too much of a good thing. (Click2Houston, TX)
Oprah and Dr. Oz sue over false endorsements Aug 21, 2009
Other products in dispute, the lawsuit alleges, include cosmetics, anti-wrinkle creams and tooth whitening products. The lawsuit was filed in Manhattan Federal Court on Wednesday. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
A safe approach to nanotechnology Aug 20, 2009
It can also be used in dentistry and cosmetic ointments, creams, and lotions to protect against sunburn and skin damage caused by ultraviolet light. Zinc oxide can also act as a sensor for detecting changes in electric current due to absorption of gas molecules and so be used for gas leak warning devices. (EurekAlert!)
15 Fast Foods: The Best New Healthy Choices Aug 20, 2009
Ben 's FroYo Chocolate Fudge Brownie: Calorie counts are typically through the roof for all ice creams and frozen yogurts, but at least you get 15 percent of daily calcium. Drayer says to make this an indulgent treat and stick to a 1/2 cup serving size. (ABC News)
Looking to indulge your sweet tooth? Aug 18, 2009
According to a recent Top 10 list on the Internet, one of the best ice creams in America is served right here in Lompoc ... There are lots of good ice creams around Lompoc, too. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Remember tips for renting cars online Aug 18, 2009
Prescription face creams from dermatologists often have peroxide in them. Please warn parents that teens using these creams should not use colored face cloths, towels, etc. (Erie Times-News, PA)
