So many of today’s prescription and over-the-counter medication was once an old herbal remedy favorite and through clinical trials they were proven so effective they went commercial. Clinical trials help refine thoughts on how an herb works to real laboratory…
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April 27, 2015 Exercise in Pregnancy: Heart Rate
Overview Gone are the days when doctors recommended rest during pregnancy. Now, the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) states that, “Becoming active and exercising at least 30 minutes on most, if not all, days of the week can…
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1. Baby on the Loose Learning to crawl is an important milestone for your child, but it also means the start of the baby protection era for you. Suddenly your sedentary baby turns into a curious explorer, able to get…
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April 27, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The breasts are made up of a number of milk-producing lobules, which are connected to the nipple by a series of tubes, called ducts. The lobules and ducts are surrounded by fat, connective tissue, lymph nodes and blood vessels. Breast…
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April 27, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Walk into any sporting goods store or tackle shop looking for bass fishing lures and you may be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of items. There is hope however, as many of these artificial lures can be broken down into…
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Muscular endurance is your ability to use your muscles over a period of time, using less than maximal strength. Trying to lift your maximum weight in a bench press one time is an example of muscular strength, while benching 50…
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April 27, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most people with flu will get better with no treatment at all. However, in some cases, your doctor may prescribe medication that prevents you from getting the flu after you…
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The days are gone when an abdominal workout meant just hundreds of crunches and sit-ups. Fitness professionals now know that the complex network of abdominal muscle that keeps you upright, protects your spine and gives you a slim waist requires…
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Leg and gluteal machine workouts sculpt your lower body, improve leg strength and prevent injuries. While fitness centers usually have an ample selection of bun and thigh machines, few people need to use all of them. The best exercise machines…
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Fitness balls—in a plethora of colors and sizes—are standard equipment at gyms today and accessible for people of all fitness levels. Sometimes also referred to as stability balls or Swiss balls, fitness balls are large, bouncy, made of durable plastic…
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April 27, 2015 Sports & Recreation
The action almost never stops in the game of lacrosse, which creates physical demands similar to football, requires team strategy akin to basketball, calls for conditioning similar to soccer play and entails individual skill as in baseball, according to the…
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The lower abdominal muscles are important for lower back support, while the pelvic floor muscles not only provide support and strength for the pelvic girdle, but also help with bladder control, says the Mayo Clinic. The pelvic floor muscles are…
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April 27, 2015 Weight Management
Overview The Master Cleanse, also known as the Master Cleanser or the lemonade diet, is a weight loss and detoxification program created by Stanley Burroughs. The diet involves drinking a mixture of lemon juice, water, maple syrup and cayenne pepper…
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April 27, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Depression is a serious disorder characterized by altered thought processes, unstable feelings and emotions and negative physical effects. The disorder goes beyond experiencing a normal level of occasional sadness to markedly interfering with the daily life and normal functioning of…
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April 27, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
1. Determine How Much Water You Need When hiking, you’ll need plenty of water. Most doctors agree that adult humans need about 64 oz. of water when at rest. When you’re hiking, you’re expending water in sweat, especially if it’s…
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April 27, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
When it comes to taking care of your skin, all foods are not equal. Though there is no scientific correlation between specific foods and smooth, healthy skin, there are definitely some groups of foods that are better for overall skin…
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April 27, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Anaplastic thyroid cancer, also called undifferentiated cancer, is rare, comprising approximately 2 percent of all thyroid cancers, according to the American Cancer Society. The cells are undifferentiated when seen under a microscope, which means they do not look like normal…
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As the number of “six-pack ab” programs and fad diets increases, many men are searching for authentic methods for eliminating belly fat and toning core strength muscles. While it is no secret that men store more fat, or surplus calories,…
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April 27, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
According to Russell B. Marz, a naturopathic physician, licensed acupuncturist and author of the textbook “Medical Nutrition From Marz,” acne–a disease of western civilization–is the most common skin problem, is more common in males and, typically, begins at puberty. Marz…
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April 27, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Glucosamine is an over-the-counter supplement that is commonly taken with chondroitin, a cartilage matrix, to reduce the symptoms of arthritis. According to the Mayo Clinic, glucosamine is a natural compound that is found in healthy cartilage. This compound is composed…
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The muscles that surround your stomach are on your abdomen. These include the rectus abdominis, transversus abdominis and internal and external oblique muscles. Besides helping to protect your stomach and other internal organs, these muscles also flex and rotate your…
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Cellulite is fat deposits located directly underneath the skin that give a dimply appearance. Women of all weights and sizes can have cellulite, and it occasionally appears on men. It is commonly found on the back of the legs, thighs…
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Improved flexibility is a terrific physical benefit of practicing yoga. Flexibility is the ability of a joint to move through its complete range of motion, and it impacts every aspect of physical performance. The greater your flexibility, the greater your…
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Overview The dumbbell press and the bench press engage the primary muscle that fans across your chest: the pectoralis major. The exercise also engages the triceps, which run along the back of the upper arm, and the anterior and medial…
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April 27, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a condition that causes patients to have problems with focus and concentration as well as with impulsive or hyperactive behavior. Although this condition is primarily thought of as a childhood disease, Help4ADHD.org notes that…
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Fallopian tubes are the small tubes on each side of the uterus that link the ovaries to the uterus. Fallopian tube cancer begins when cells in one or both fallopian tubes change and grow uncontrollably, forming a mass called a…
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Roughly 100 species of pau d’arco tree grow in the rainforests of Central America, South America and the Caribbean. In the trees’ native range, folk herbalists use pau d’arco bark and leaves for medicinal purposes. Western medical scientists have isolated…
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Whether you run, cycle, play golf or just want to stay healthy and active as you get older, you need to maintain strength and mobility in your hips. The hips help stabilize and influence movements throughout the rest of the…
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April 27, 2015 Sports & Recreation
A golf swing can be a complicated sum of its parts. The more a player attempts to correct or learn the various components of the swing before she learns the fundamentals of the swing, the more chance of error during…
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April 27, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Smoking has been around for centuries and tobacco remains a popular product despite the health warnings issued by doctors, scientists and government officials. Many people are repulsed by the habit of smoking and laws have banned its use in…
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