Ginger is a must-have ingredient in many recipes, but it also has potential health benefits, which is one reason you may spot powdered ginger in capsule form on the shelves of health food stores. Ginger capsules are made from powder…
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April 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
APAP is the scientific abbreviation for acetaminophen, commonly known by the brand name Tylenol in the United States. Acetaminophen, sold over the counter, is a safe drug when taken in doses of less than 4,000mg per day for adults. Doses…
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April 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
People have used the bark of Salix alba (white willow) for over 2000 years for its therapeutic benefits, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC). Willow bark contains the chemical salicin, from which scientists originally developed aspirin (acetylsalicylic…
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April 20, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview As most catfish enthusiasts know, a catfish will eat just about anything as long as it has a strong smell and contains protein. However, catfish like some foods more than others. You can choose a catfish bait from the…
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April 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones gradually become weaker and brittle as they are broken down over time. Post-menopausal women are especially at risk of developing osteoporosis, which can lead to easy fracturing of the bones. Alendronate…
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1. Take a Deep Breath A nebulizer is a machine that breaks down liquid medicine and delivers it directly to the lungs as a mist. The nebulizer gets medicine where it needs to go quickly for patients who suffer from…
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Overview According to the Mayo Clinic, practicing yoga has many potential health benefits, including stress reduction, increased fitness, the management of chronic health conditions and weight loss. Even those suffering from injury or illness—or people who are just living a…
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April 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Asthma is a chronic disease of the airways of the lungs. The symptoms of asthma are caused by narrowing or constriction of the airways and inflammation.. Both cause wheezing, coughing, chest tightness or shortness of breath. What triggers asthma symptoms…
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Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder and the most common type of dementia. There is no cure for the disease, and it currently affects over 5 million Americans according to the Alzheimer’s Association. There are seven clinical stages of…
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Overview Refried beans, or refritos frijoles, is a common dish in Tex-Mex and Mexican cuisine. It typically requires pinto beans, although you can use any type of bean. The beans are cooked whole then mashed into a paste. The paste…
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Most cases of food poisoning are caused by one of many bacteria. The Milton S. Hershey Medical Center College of Medicine (HMC) points out that the most common bacteria to cause food poisoning include salmonella, staphylococcus aureus, escherichia coli (E….
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April 20, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Since bicycles were invented, cyclists have been looking for many ways to improve their speed. One of the biggest ways to change your bike is to change the wheels. There are various benefits and consequences of using low spoke…
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April 20, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Indoor lacrosse is also known as box lacrosse. The game was invented in the 1930s by owners of hockey arenas in Canada who wanted to do business in the summer months. Indoor lacrosse is a game that features quick passes…
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Overview Arnica is a perennial herb that has a history of being used as a folk remedy and for alternative medical treatments. The scientific name of the plant is Arnica montana; common names include leopard’s bane, arnica root and mountain…
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April 20, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Ginkgo biloba may live up to its reputation in Chinese medicine as a cure for a spectrum of ailments, but more research is needed to define its clinical efficacy in western medicine. Taking ginkgo biloba in large doses over…
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April 20, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Womens’ lacrosse differs from the game played by men in some key aspects. While it is played on a field that is 100 yards long by 60 yards wide, the womens’ game has more players on the field and is…
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Overview Experimentation and identification of physical variables specific to a person can determine his ideal heart rate while running. The formula for finding your maximum heart rate–220 minus your age equals your max heart rate–is widely used, but it is…
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Overview Oxygen is fuel. Runners tend to dwell on the latest nutritional supplement, water and hydration aids, but without oxygen, it’s pointless. Blood is the vehicle for oxygen to get to the starving, running legs, and the heart is the…
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There is almost an infinite variety of workouts when it comes to a five-day workout plan. Each individual person has different needs and limitations that determine the workout. Beginners with no limitations perform three whole body workouts that are on…
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April 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Diarrhea, the name for frequent, watery stools, causes fluids and food to pass through the colon too fast or in too great a volume for proper fluid absorption by the body. Acute diarrhea, which is typically caused by infection or…
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April 20, 2015 Weight Management
Overview A number of prescription medications can lead to weight gain. Common examples include drugs to treat diabetes and seizures, antidepressants, and medication to lower blood pressure, according to Medicine Net. In some cases, it is possible to gain up…
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Overview Holy basil is popularly used in both Indian and Thai cooking. It also has a long history as an Ayurvedic medicinal herb. The scientific name for holy basil is Ocimum sanctum L. In English, common names include holy basil…
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Narcotics are medications used for the treatment of moderate to severe pain. They may be used for chronic pain, illness or for pain management after a surgical procedure. Many narcotic medications are mixed with other medications, such as acetaminophen for…
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Overview The amount of acid and base in the body is carefully controlled because the right balance is essential for the function of many different tissues. Because carbon dioxide is mildly acidic, the lungs can play a role in the…
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According to the National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse, nearly half a million Americans were treated for urinary disorders in 2006. Disorders in the urinary system lead to build up of toxic waste in the body. Urinary system disorders…
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April 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) refers to the inability to control behavior. Diagnosis requires one of three different behavior types: hyperactivity, inattentiveness or a combination of both. Cases are becoming more prevalent, affecting up to 15 percent of school-age children…
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Cushing’s syndrome occurs when the levels of an adrenal hormone called cortisol get too high. Adrenal glands secrete cortisol under stimulation by a pituitary hormone called ACTH, which itself is stimulated by a hormone from the hypothalamus of the brain….
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According to the American Liver Foundation, nearly 20 percent of Americans have fatty liver, and of that number nearly 5 percent have nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). There are many different types of liver disease, such as cirrhosis and hepatitis. No matter…
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April 20, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Massage therapists are involved in sports medicine to treat muscle injuries before and after competitions, to prepare athletes for play and to assist in athlete rehab programs. Massage therapists who are trained in specific sports-related injuries and massage techniques…
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April 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Cocaine is an addictive drug that is snorted, injected or smoked. Crack cocaine is a street name for the form of cocaine that is processed into a rock crystal, the National Institute on Drug Abuse explains. The crystal is…
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