A dose of skepticism
Author disputes dark chocolate and other medical claims
For dark-chocolate lovers, the medical study findings couldn't have been more delicious: Their guilty pleasure can ward off heart disease. But if it sounds too sweet to be true, it is. The logic doesn't just melt in your mouth: It melts under the skeptical eye of Robert Davis, Atlanta author of the new book "The Healthy Skeptic" (University of California Press, $21.95). Full Story
What makes gloomy people so miserable?
DEAR DR. LeCRONE: I have a neighbor who seems to be the unhappiest person in the world. Nothing seems to please her; she never smiles and always seems to be in a bad mood. Full Story
Report: AIDS virus most infectious in early stages
About 1.1 million Americans have the disease
AIDS workers have long known that the disease is most infectious during the early and late stages, but researches from London's Imperial College have found that it is even more infectious than previously thought. However, they found that those stages are shorter than previously thought, as well. Full Story
Live Life Well Expo Oct. 13
The Empowered Network's Live Life Well Expo, makes its debut on Monday, Oct. 13, from 3-7 p.m., at Grandezza Country Club, 11481 Grande Oak Blvd. in Estero. The event is free and open to the public. Donations can be made at the event in support of Making Strides for Breast Cancer. Full Story
Finds for feline friends
Last week we offered some of the best "must know" information from our just-released book "The Ultimate Dog Lover." This week, the cats have their turn, with tips from "The Ultimate Cat Lover." Each "must know" piece in the book has been developed with the help of one of the top experts in each area of expertise, and these experts are noted at the end of each tip. Full Story
Pet of the Week
To adopt a pet There are many dogs and cats available at Lee County Animal Services, 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers. Call 533-7387 or visit the agency's Web site at www.leelostpets.com, which is updated throughout the day. Adoption applications may be downloaded from the site or completed at the shelter, which is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Full Story
HOLISTIC HEALTH NOTEBOOK
More about early childhood trauma
Last week I wrote about the lingering effects of childhood trauma on the brain. It is a sad topic, particularly when considering the statistics of how many children and teenagers suffer extreme trauma. The effects do not go away with the passage of time. Full Story
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