Laurie Boris - Yahoo! Voices

Living with Osteoporosis

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 10:08:02 EDT

I wasn't supposed to get osteoporosis, but here's what I'm doing to safeguard my health and prevent further bone loss.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Jan 24, 2011

TV Commercials I Love to Hate

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 09:35:31 EDT

They irritate. They grate. They make you run from the room. But there's something about them that sticks in your head. They're the commercials I love to hate. What are yours?

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Feb 26, 2009

The UltraMind Solution

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 08:37:21 EDT

A controversial but fascinating new book, "The UltraMind Solution," by Dr. Mark Hyman, proposes that some ailments that we've come to call "mental illnesses" are caused by environmental toxins and the poor nutrition of the typical American diet.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Feb 09, 2009

Cheap Thrills: Thirteen Things You Can Do to Stretch Your Entertainment Dollar

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 09:46:19 EDT

Just because your wallet's looking a little thin doesn't mean you have to forgo having fun. Here are a "baker's dozen" tips for you to find inexpensive entertainment in your area.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Oct 15, 2008

Twenty Questions for Opportunity Knocks

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 18:14:27 EDT

ABC's fresh new family game show, Opportunity Knocks, is all about how well you know your family. Answer the questions right, and you could win a truckload of prizes. Here are some questions that I think it would be interesting for host J.D. Roth to ask.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Sep 28, 2008

An Open Letter to Barack Obama

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 13:50:12 EDT

Just one citizen's opinion on what the Obama campaign has to do to win the White House.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Sep 14, 2008

Taking Vitamins? Timing is Everything

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 14:47:32 EDT

Vitamins and minerals can interact with each other, with your prescription medications and even with the food you eat. Get the most out of your dietary supplement dollar and maximize your health by making sure that you are taking them correctly, and at the right time.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Aug 11, 2008

Syesha Mercado's Performance on American Idol: Neil Diamond Week

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 09:59:47 EDT

Syesha Mercado, the most underrated of this season's Top Ten, turned in a terrific performance on Neil Diamond week, although it won't be enough to place her higher than fourth.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Apr 30, 2008

Wedding Day Tips: Things This Bride Wishes She'd Known (And Some She Did)

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 16:56:58 EDT

Nervous about your upcoming nuptials? Think your seating chart will take longer to craft than the pyramids of Egypt? Take a few tips from this former bride for a smoother and less stressful wedding day.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Apr 17, 2008

How to Make Wedding Sneakers

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 07:33:22 EDT

Why spend your wedding day with pinched feet and a pinched face? Wear these wedding sneakers and dance your way through the day with a smile.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Apr 17, 2008

iListen: Voice Activated Software by MacSpeech

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 20:53:00 EDT

A review of MacSpeech's iListen voice recognition software: who's training whom, or, how many times do I have to say "the" before it gets it right?

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Nov 10, 2007

Living with Chronic Myofascial Pain Syndrome

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 17:15:00 EDT

Myofascial Pain Syndrome is caused by knots called "trigger points" that develop in muscles and surrounding tissues. In this article, I describe what it is and how it's treated.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Jul 12, 2007

FDA Approves First Drug for Treating Fibromyalgia

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 10:02:00 EDT

Many years in coming, the Food and Drug Administration has approved Pfizer's Lyrica as the first drug for treating fibromyalgia. This chronic condition is suffered by over 6 million people in the US alone.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Jun 25, 2007

A Review of Topical Pain Relievers: Which Work and Which Aren't Worth the Money

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Fri, 11 May 2007 09:06:00 EDT

Because of problems so many people have with pain medication, topical pain relievers have become more popular. But how can you tell which are better than others? Hopefully this side-by-side comparison by someone who lives with chronic pain can help.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: May 11, 2007

Living with a Gluten Free Diet

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 16:24:00 EDT

Sensitivity to gluten in foods can cause health problems as mild as indigestion and as serious as celiac disease. Here's a brief guide to gluten: what it is, where it's found, and if it's giving you problems, how you can avoid it - at home, dining out, or on the road.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Apr 30, 2007

Female Ump to Work Spring Training Game

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 10:30:00 EDT

Thursday March 29, 2007 marks a milestone in major league baseball history as the first woman in nearly 20 years starts as umpire in a spring training game in Arizona.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Mar 29, 2007

Outside the Box

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Wed, 28 Mar 2007 09:12:00 EDT

But is it art? A young couple explores the bounds of their relationship on a trip through a gallery.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Mar 28, 2007

Why John Edwards's Campaign is Screwed

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Mon, 26 Mar 2007 10:00:00 EDT

A treatise on why, despite his and Elizabeth's impassioned public announcements, John Edwards won't make it to the top of the ticket in 2008

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Mar 26, 2007

How to Fight Spring Allergies Without Medication

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Fri, 16 Mar 2007 13:32:00 EDT

A guide to reducing the severity of spring allergy symptoms without resorting to over-the-counter or prescription medication.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Mar 16, 2007

Why You Shouldn't Carry Prescription Pills in Unmarked Containers

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurie Boris) — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 21:04:00 EDT

Most people aren't aware that carrying your Schedule II-V prescription drugs in an unmarked container is against the law, and in fact - as I found out - getting caught carrying any prescription medication in an unmarked vial can really ruin your night.

Contributor: Laurie Boris
Published: Mar 12, 2007