Health Corner

Sunday, February 11 and March 25, 2007
9:30 a.m. / 8:30 a.m. Central
Show 406

Gymnast Cathy Rigby captured the hearts of millions in the 1960s and 1970s. Her performance at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics made her an international favorite. Cathy was on top of the world, but she also had a troubling secret. She had an eating disorder. Find out how Cathy overcame bulimia. Health Corner uncovers the reasons why America has become a "sleepless nation," and reports on the latest advances helping millions get to sleep, and stay asleep. Host Dr. Lisa Thornton talks with Walgreens pharmacist Mike Fertig about the benefits and risks of taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Dr. John La Puma explains why you should eat more asparagus when you're expecting. He features the tasty, tender spears in a ChefMD™-approved recipe for pita rounds stuffed with sweet roasted vegetables. And, Leeza Gibbons and Dr. Jamie Huysman have some important recommendations to empower care givers when a loved one who has Alzheimer's disease is hospitalized. Plus, style expert Florida Perry Smith with some tips to wake up your face, and fitness expert Denise Austin with some simple, effective exercises you can do while you're on the phone. All that, and so much more.