Doing Kegel exercises during pregnancy can be very beneficial. It helps pregnant women develop the ability to control the vaginal muscles during labor and delivery, which may result in an easier labor. It also helps reduce common pregnancy problems like…
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A flabby neck can add years to your appearance and can lower self-esteem and self-confidence. With job competition fierce, older men and women are competing with the younger crowd. Fight the good fight and improve your appearance and a vigorous,…
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April 27, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
A cherry, by any other name, may still be an acerola cherry, as it is also referred to as a Puerto Rican cherry, Antilles cherry, West Indian cherry and Barbados cherry. The cherry is produced on a small shrub that…
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April 27, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview If you have planned to enter a bike race, you should start training months in advance. For training during the colder months, stationary bikes can be used in place of your outdoor cycle. While training, remember to stay hydrated…
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Eczema is an irritation of your skin called atopic dermatitis. The condition is chronic, or long-lasting,according to the Mayo Clinic. Statistics compiled by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) reveal that between 10 and 20 percent of infants and young…
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Some of the earliest written references to silybum marianus–or milk thistle–are found in ancient Greek and Roman herbalist texts, according to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. The Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database states that silybum marianus is effective for…
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The aerobic step bench is a versatile piece of equipment for body-weight and plyometric exercises. Make regular push-ups and lunges more challenging by incorporating the step. The American College of Sports Medicine recommends engaging in moderately intense physical activity 30…
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Gastroesophageal reflux, also called acid reflux, occurs when stomach contents back up into the lower esophageal sphincter after you eat. The acid in the stomach contents then causes pain and discomfort. If acid reflux occurs more than twice a week,…
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For at least the past 2,000 years, honey has been used for a variety of medicinal purposes, according to the Honey Research Unit at the University of Waikato, New Zealand. The Online Archive of American Folk Medicine at the University…
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Earwax stops dirt, dust and other particles from entering your ear canal, while fighting off bacteria that can cause infection. Though earwax is essential to ear protection, most people don’t necessarily want it to build up along the outer ear….
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April 27, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Pneumonia is an infection that causes severe inflammation within the delicate tissue of the lungs. The infection can cause a variety of symptoms in adults and is the sixth leading cause of death within the United States, reports PDR Health,…
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Overview Child rearing is full of both difficulties and fulfillment. Each child is different, so the best method of discipline for an individual child depends on an array of factors, including the relationship between the parent and child. Tough love…
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Overview The ACL, also known as the anterior cruciate ligament, is a band of connective tissue that runs diagonally through the middle of the knee. This ligament keeps the tibia from moving in front of the femur when the knee…
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April 27, 2015 About Sports Fitness Insurance
Overview American’s preoccupation with fitness often leads to overzealous workout behavior, which in turn causes injuries that are expensive to treat. If the injured participant belonged to a fitness center, there’s a chance that she might sue the owners for…
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Impotence is a persistent condition through which a man has problems achieving or maintaining a penile erection adequate for sexual activity. According to the American Urological Association (AUA), about 30 million American men beyond age 50 have some form of…
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Overview According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 3 to 7 percent of school-aged children have Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Because children with ADHD tend to be impulsive, overactive and inattentive, they don’t usually respond to standard…
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Stamina is the ability to sustain physical or mental effort for a prolonged period. It is having more energy or endurance to do things such as exercise, work and study. Almost everyone can benefit from increased stamina in their daily…
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Overview Progressive muscle relaxation is a powerful tool first developed by Dr. Edmond Jacobson in the 1920s. He found that the process of first tensing then releasing muscles aids the body in returning to a correct, more relaxed position. By…
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April 27, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The Mayo Clinic defines heart disease as a broad term used to describe a range of diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels. Heart disease can affect people of any age or race. The Centers for Disease Control and…
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The word “pec” is shorthand for the word pectoralis, which is the anatomical name for the chest muscles. Breasts on their own are composed of fat and glandular tissue. The pecs are beneath and to the sides of the breasts….
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Oral herpes, also known as cold sores or fever blisters, is an incurable infection caused by herpes simplex virus type 1. According to the American Social Health Association, 50 percent of Americans are infected by the age of 20. Oral…
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April 27, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
There is no such thing as completely removing a scar, according to the National Institutes of Health. The healing of your scar depends upon several factors, including the size of your scar, your age, hereditary factors, your skin type and…
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April 27, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
A healthy diet throughout pregnancy can help ensure a woman’s health and the wellness of her baby. The American Dietetic Association suggests a balanced diet, sufficient in nutrients, in addition to regular exercise and vitamin supplementation. Paying mind to food…
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April 27, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Most pancreatic cancers arise from the cells producing digestive juices, called exocrine cancers. Cancer also arises in pancreatic cells that produce hormones, known as endocrine cancers, but these prove to be rare. According to the Mayo Clinic, the underlying…
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April 27, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Acne in the form of pimples and lesions on your face are bad enough, without the addition of the blotchy redness that can accompany them. The redness that comes with acne can make it hard to cover with makeup and…
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Perhaps he’d like you to meet his mother or introduce you to his closest friends. Maybe he’s started calling just to say, “Hi,” and wouldn’t dream of spending a Saturday night without you by his side. These are just a…
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April 27, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Unless you are familiar with their benefits, you may see dandelions as the enemies of a perfect lawn, and even more so the roots that promise the plants will come back year after year. It may also seem funny…
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April 27, 2015 Weight Management
Your tummy contains a large muscle known anatomically as the rectus abdominis. It runs from your lower chest to your pelvis. On the sides of your stomach, you have oblique muscles, which get activated when your torso twists. To effectively…
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Pilates is a very gentle and effective workout that enables you to strengthen, shape, stretch and relax your body, according to “Pilates Fitness Training for Body and Soul.” Pilates tones and streamlines the body, especially the hips, thighs, tummy and…
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You’ve heard it before: “8 minute abs.” The incredibly fit trainer on your television guides you for eight minutes, crunch after crunch. You do the “regular” crunch, the bicycle and the “lift ups.” You force your way through it thinking…
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