April 28, 2015 Weight Management
Body weight is just one of the many numbers that can help you keep track of your health and fitness levels. A more accurate number, however, is your body fat percentage. A 220-lb. person who is pure muscle will not…
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April 28, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview L-theanine is an amino acid derivative found primarily in tea that has been shown to reduce stress and increase alertness. Because L-theanine is chemically similar to the the amino acids glutamine and glutamate, it is able to cross the…
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If hitting the gym only means you hit the weights, you are missing out on a key fitness component–aerobic endurance. Strength training is important, but you also need to include some form of aerobic endurance exercise. While you might equate…
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The kidneys are powerful chemical factories, with the major function of removing waste products and excess fluid from the body through the urine, according to the National Kidney Foundation. Some other functions of the kidneys include balancing body fluids and…
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April 28, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that in 2007, 8 percent of people over the age of 12 in the United States used illicit drugs. Both drugs and alcohol affect the brain as soon as a person uses…
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April 28, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Whether done commercially or recreationally, lobster fishing can provide a tasty reward of freshly caught lobster, one of the most highly-prized seafoods available today. These shy and reclusive crustaceans can be caught by hand, or can be netted or trapped….
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April 28, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Weight Watchers was originally founded by Jean Nidetch, a New Yorker who invited friends over to her home to discuss weight loss, diets and food. Realizing how beneficial a support group is for weight loss, she founded Weight Watchers…
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Overview Fennel is both a culinary herb and a traditional medicinal herb. The plant is believed to have originated in Europe in areas near the Mediterranean Sea. The seeds of the fennel plant are often chewed to soothe the stomach…
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Overview Tongue piercing began as a religious ritual among Aztec tribes. Aztecs believed that the tongue piercing would enable important members of their tribes to communicate with the gods. Now, tongue piercings are popular in the body modification culture and…
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April 28, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Asthma is a chronic lung disease that affects over 22 million people in the United States as reported by the National Heart Lung and Blood Association. Asthma causes increased mucus production and inflammation in the bronchial tubes, known as the…
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1. Stretching Machine Basics Many people want to exercise and increase the flexibility and strength of their back muscles, and they have done all the exercises they can with no increase. This is the point at which using a back…
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April 28, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Bass exhibit a diverse range of behaviors and feeding habits that make luring them to the hook a challenge for beginning anglers. Knowing how bass react to different lures and baits, as well as their habits during different types of…
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Overview The term “bergamot” can refer either to the colorful, fragrant Monarda herb or to the oil derived from the yellow bergamot fruit grown in southern Italy. Both bergamots are fragrant, and both can be used to treat various ailments….
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Nearly every woman struggles with how to prepare for swimsuit season. Have no fear, the battle can be won! Plan to strength train three days a week to ensure that you are bikini-ready fast. You will need a set of…
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The goal of a healthy diabetic diet is to maintain normal blood sugars and support a healthy weight. Blood sugar fluctuates based on diet, and abnormal values can lead to diabetic complications. Being overweight or obese complicates diabetes management and…
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Cinnamon is a great ingredient to spice up everything from home-baked sugar cookies to an artfully decorated latte. It’s also used so often in dental products like toothpastes and mouthwash that you can easily stop noticing its flavor or aroma….
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Hyperthyroidism, or an overactive thyroid gland, can cause dramatic increases in bodily metabolism, as well as many other unhealthy reactions in the body, the Mayo Clinic reports. This type of condition is caused by the over-production of the thyroxine hormone,…
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People have been using garlic as an herbal medicine for thousands of years, but this pungent herb doesn’t have the market cornered on successful natural remedies. Several other herb species have similar health benefits. As with regular medications, consult your…
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1. Narrowing Options When learning how to sequence Bikram yoga poses, you may be happy to know that your options are greatly limited, making the organization of your series far easier. The Bikram yoga sequence differs from other forms of…
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Unlike essential oils from peppermint or fennel, which are often found in culinary products, the tea tree does not find much use outside of essential oil therapy. While it may not be as diverse in its uses as other plants,…
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Overview The bumps, dilated veins and redness associated with acne rosacea typically occur in adulthood and can bring back all the angst associated with the pimples of adolescence. Advertisers frequently promise healing with herbs, and natural practitioners continue to offer…
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Overview Exercise is the best thing you can do for your body besides getting eight hours of sleep and maintaining a healthy diet. You may not know, though, that exercise is one of the best things you can do for…
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April 28, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
UV (ultraviolet) radiation refers to a portion of the electromagnetic spectrum consisting of short wavelengths that cannot be detected by the human eye. The main source of UV radiation affecting Earth comes from the sun. The three varieties of radiation…
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Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis) is a wildflower that commonly grows in the woodlands of North America. Bloodroot’s antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties have made it a common herbal remedy for many different kinds of ailments. The wildflower was often used by Native…
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Elbow tendinitis is the inflammation of the tendon that attaches the triceps muscle, or the muscle in the back of the upper arm, to the lower arm. Additionally, elbow tendinitis can affect the biceps tendon located in the front of…
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April 28, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Burning fat and shaping great abs requires a combination of diet and exercise, but new research suggests that simply standing up, drinking water and even eating more healthy fat may help you lose the jiggle from your middle. Using the…
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April 28, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Individuals with Asperger’s syndrome (AS) have a developmental disorder characterized by limited interests, or an unusual preoccupation with a particular subject while excluding other activities. Known as a neurobiological disorder, AS belongs in a group of conditions called autism spectrum…
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Earwax is beneficial to the ear because it prevents foreign objects from damaging the eardrum. Earwax buildup may also cause ringing in the ears, ear pain or itching, and a feeling of fullness in the ear, says the Mayo Clinic….
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April 28, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Cranberry is native to North America and was originally used as both a food and a medicine by the Native Americans as a way to treat bladder and kidney diseases. Today, in addition to food and juice, cranberry is added…
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April 28, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The lobelia herb, harvested from the flowering plant of the same name, has a history of medical applications that can be traced back to early American Indians, who smoked it to ease asthma. Today, the herb is still used for…
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