About Alzheimer's Disease: What it Means to Be Senile

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Alzheimer's Disease Alzheimer's Disease Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping From Andrew Rosenzweig, MD, your Guide to Alzheimer's Disease No one wants to be called senile: it conjures up all sorts of negative and pejorative associations about getting old and losing one's faculties. The word has been part of our culture for such a long time I thought it would be worth exploring in this week's newsletter, especially since it gets used to describe people who have Alzheimer's disease or other dementias. What Does it Mean to be Senile? Most people would be surprised to learn that the true meaning of the word senile has more to do with just plain aging than anything else... Read more What is Alzheimer's Disease? To really understand how senility differs from Alzheimer's, it's essential to know what Alzheimer's disease really is... Read more Adding to the Stigma of Alzheimer's Disease Hearing someone with Alzheimer's disease referred to as senile just adds to the stigma... Read more Forgetfulness or Alzheimer's? Since the word senile actually implies the state of being aged, it's helpful to know whether memory loss on an older person is worrisome or not. Alzheimer's Disease Ads Senile Dementia Alzheimers Disease Dementia Disease Vascular Disease Disease Diagnosis Featured Articles Alzheimer's Basics Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease Diagnosing Alzheimer's Disease Treatment Options for Alzheimer's Disease If You Have Alzheimer's Disease Information for Alzheimer's Caregivers   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Andrew Rosenzweig, MD Alzheimer's Disease Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Alzheimer's Disease newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads What is Alzheimer's Symptoms of Alzheimer's Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Treatment of Alzheimer's Living With Alzheimer's Advertisement

About Low Carb Diets: Salads Galore!

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Low Carb Diets Low Carb Diets Getting Started Health and Nutrition Recipes From Laura Dolson, your Guide to Low Carb Diets One of the constant standbys on a low-carb diet is salad. In fact, salads can be SO constant that we can get quite sick of them at times! But truly, there is no need for that. A salad can be as varied as the countries in the world, and the vegetables in your market. At this time of year, a salad for dinner can be just the thing! Have a great weekend - Laura Salads from Around the World All the world loves a salad, so I've collected low-carb salad recipes from around the world, many of them from About.com's many food sites. No chance of getting bored with all these delicious ideas! New Recipe: Chopped Salad Chopped salads are some of my favorite salads. I like them because they are easy to eat (no giant lettuce leaves) and you get lots of tastes with every bite, in different flavor combinations. This recipe is one of my favorites. Thai-Style Chicken Salad A perfect summer meal salad, with its refreshing combination of textures and flavors. Healthy Salad Dressings It seems so difficult to find healthy salad dressings in the store, but here's what to look for - and how to make your own, which is much less expensive, very quick to make, healthy, and tastes better! Low Carb Diets Ads Low Carb Diet Diet Menus Easy Diet Plan Induction Diet Diet Meals Featured Articles Main Dishes Desserts Sides Vegetables Beverages All Laura's Low-Carb Recipes   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Laura Dolson Low Carb Diets Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Low Carb Diets newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   In Our Forum Now! USDA Guidelines ("I Must Be As Dumb as Dirt!") Stevia Green Bean and Mushroom Gratin Advertisement

About Women's Health: Readers Share Experiences - Share Your Story

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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health What Happened When You Got Your First Bra? Getting your first bra is often both exciting and embarrassing. What happened, and how did you feel, when you got your first bra? Share your story with the girls who are still waiting for their first bras. Read About Others Experiences How Has Stress Affected Your Health? Do you feel stressed out? Does it seem like your overall health is not what it used to be? Have you skipped periods? Had headaches? Or experienced other health issues? Share your experience and advice with other readers. Have You Experienced Bleeding Between Periods? Have you experienced bleeding between periods? If you have, you're definitely not alone! Most women experience bleeding between periods at one time or another. Share your experience with other readers, and offer your tips and advice for coping with bleeding between periods. Share Your Experience With Gallbladder Disease Have you experienced gallbladder disease? Millions of us have had gallstones, or will at some point. Share your experience and offer your advice for coping with the symptoms, as well as recovery from surgery if you've had it. Women's Health Ads Health Women Family Health Care Health Clinic Sexual Health Health Product Featured Articles Submit Your Review Of Face And Body Lotions Submit Your Urinary Tract Infection Tips Submit Your Tips For Coping With Vaginal Dryness Reader Tips For Hot Flash Relief Reader Tips For Relieving Vaginal Itching Submit Your Favorite Menstrual Hygiene Products   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Readers Share Their Experiences Readers Share First Period Experiences Readers Share Their Most Embarrassing Menstrual Moments Readers Share What Their Mothers Told Them About Menstruation Advertisement