Health News-16-09

The percentage of adults in Bergen County who report smoking cigarettes. —Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The percentage of Americans who will develop at least one basal or squamous cell carcinoma by age 65. –Skin Cancer Foundation

The percentage increase in diabetes risk for every 20-point hike in average systolic blood pressure (the top number).—Journal of American College of Cardiology

The number of anti-wrinkle injections done annually in the United States. —American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Junk food on the kitchen counter could lead to weight gain, according to recent research. Instead of keeping a box of donuts there, try a bowl of fruit so when you’re hungry you can grab-and-go healthfully. —Health Education & Behavior

"By replacing sugar and refined carbohydrates with protein and lower glycemic foods, you will not only be eating fewer calories, but also storing less fat. I recommend something sweet or salty to tackle cravings, such as blueberries, grapes, light popcorn or nuts.” —Julene Stassou, MS, RD, of Fort Lee and Englewood Cliffs

If you’re trying to quit smoking, sniff black pepper oil. It irritates the respiratory tract, creating the same sensation as inhaling cigarettes. Research shows that breathing in the vapor suppressed cravings in smokers—and they had fewer withdrawal symptoms to boot. —Drug and Alcohol Dependence

Turns out some people are more prone to being bitten by mosquitoes. Why? Their scent. there are some 300 different compounds emitted by humans, and some chemicals, lactic acid, for example, attract mosquitoes. If you’re one of the un-lucky ones, be sure to apply repel-lent directly to skin as wristbands have not been proven to work. —Plos One

A quick nap can help you keep annoyance at bay. According to a recent study, folks who napped for an hour showed a much higher threshold for frustration than those who got no shut-eye. And they spent twice as much time trying to solve complex tasks. —University of Michigan