Your biceps, more properly known as the biceps brachii, are responsible for flexing your arms at the elbow, supinating your forearms, and also help, albeit weakly, with shoulder flexion. The biceps also help stabilize the shoulder joint during some exercises….
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Overview Deramaxx is an FDA-approved drug prescribed for the relief of osteoarthritis pain and postoperative pain in dogs. While these tablets are proven to be effective in dogs, there are some side effects related to your dog’s comfort and health…
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Vitamins are essential nutrients which are necessary for the health and proper functioning of the human body. Because they cannot be synthesized by the body, vitamins must be obtained through the diet. One of the many aspects of health that…
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If you are looking for an alternative means to treat minor health ailments or disorders, such as insomnia or fatigue, goji berry extract (commonly referred to as goji juice and derived from a plant by the same name) can be…
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Cervical carcinoma, or cervical cancer, is cancer of the cervix. The cervix is the bottom area of the uterus just above the vagina. This type of cancer is most often diagnosed in women over the age of 30, according to…
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Essential oils can be beneficial for many different types of skin conditions. Many essential oils have skin-enhancing properties that make them ideal for use in homemade cosmetics or for direct use on the skin when mixed in a carrier oil…
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May 2, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Keloids are overgrowths of scar tissue that form during wound healing when too much of a connective tissue called collagen is formed and deposited at areas on the skin that have been injured. The reason some people—for instance, African-Americans or…
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Overview In acute renal failure the kidneys are not able to completely filter or remove toxins from the body and do not maintain proper fluid and electrolyte balances. Diet plays a critical role in the care of patients with acute…
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Infant formula protein allergy, also known as cow’s milk protein or CMP allergy, affects around 5 to 15 percent of infants, according to the October 2007 issue of “Archives of Disease in Childhood.” CMP allergy occurs when an infant develops…
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Chiropractors are most well-known for their ability to manipulate and mobilize your spinal and extremity joints, but many chiropractors also perform soft-tissue work, including massage, to help relax your tight muscles and restore balance to your body. Your chiropractor may…
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May 2, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
According to the American Psychological Association (APA), anxiety “is characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes. Anxiety disorders cause recurring intrusive thoughts or concerns and physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, dizziness, or a rapid heartbeat.” Because…
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May 2, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Bass fishing has become such a competitive sport and pastime that using a regular worm on a hook probably won’t yield the kind of results you want. Anglers are always looking for the hottest bait, the newest lures and the…
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The first true medical pain reliever marketed in the United States was the narcotic analgesic morphine. It caused so many problems with the “soldiers’ disease,” now called addiction, following the American Civil War that other types of painkillers were sought….
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May 2, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Starting with a craniotomy, whereby an opening is created in the skull, brain surgery allows the doctor to remove abnormal growths, or repair problems in the brain. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) states that brain surgery requires three to…
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The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body, and its responsibilities live up to its weight. It is a solid organ located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, or just beneath the bottom segment of…
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Overview Lisinopril is a commonly prescribed angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. Although it is routinely given to patients with high blood pressure, it is also given to kidney patients without hypertension as a preventive measure. Understanding the connection between lisinopril…
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May 2, 2015 AIDS Disease Symptoms
The symptoms of AIDS, acquired immune deficiency syndrome, occur when the virus HIV has slowly damaged the immune system over a period of many years. The initial symptoms of an HIV infection are not considered to be AIDS. AIDS is…
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Regular strength training and aerobic exercise can help your look and feel better. Whether at the gym or in your home, get the most out of your workout time by avoiding common exercise mistakes made by women. Hit the Weights…
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May 2, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Steelhead, also known as rainbow trout, are one of the most popular sport fish in the United States, especially in the Pacific Northwest. For years, drifting–or attaching bait to a hook and allowing it to drift through the water–has been…
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May 2, 2015 Sports & Recreation
A Major League Baseball game typically lasts nine innings, but the umpire-in-chief may suspend a game before that point for a variety of reasons. In games where the teams have completed five innings of play, the home team has earned…
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Most treatments recommended for acne involve some sort of product; however, there are steps you can take to help treat mild to moderate acne without adding products to your acne-care routine. Unfortunately, no matter how you decide to treat your…
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Eighty-five percent of Americans get their drinking water from community water systems, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Such systems treat the water through various methods before sending it down the line to consumers. But some people filter their own…
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May 2, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Many freshwater anglers look forward to increased activity in bass populations during spring time. As lake water warms, bass move to shallower areas in preparation for spawning. Anglers can work several types of baits, including crankbaits, swimbaits, plastics and jigs,…
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Overview Depending on the type of facial you have during your next spa visit, your sensitive skin may become red. Chemical peels and microdermabrasion are especially harsh on the skin, notes the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, sometimes leaving it…
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Up to one half of sexually active couples use some kind of vaginal lubricant during intercourse. It is a common misconception that lubricants not containing spermicide are okay to use in couples that are trying to conceive. Unfortunately, there is…
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Three muscle groups make up your tummy and waist. The waist muscles are the internal and external obliques. The stomach muscles also include the rectus abdominis and the transverse abdominis. The rectus abdominis runs vertically down your stomach and the…
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Overview Landlord tenant rights are an area of property law that governs the relationship between owners of a property and those given permission to possess and occupy the property for finite periods of time. As with much of property law,…
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Keeping skin acne-free can be a challenge. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 85 percent of all American teens suffer from acne each year — and it’s a myth that adults don’t suffer from acne. While adults may not…
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May 2, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
A mini stroke, also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA), occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted for a brief period. The National Institute of Neurological Disorder and Stroke reports that approximately one-third of…
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May 2, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Breast cancer develops in the cells of the breast, and may present itself in a variety of forms. With improvement of treatment methods over the years, the number of deaths from this disease has declined, according to the Mayo Clinic….
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