April 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Food and water sources contaminated with Salmonella typhi bacterium are the most common means of transmission for the disease known as typhoid fever.. Symptoms that accompany infection can include fatigue, headache, loss of appetite, high fever, and occasionally a…
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April 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Aqua therapy is a low-impact exercise and rehabilitation program. The exercises used in aquatic therapy can be performed in an indoor or outdoor pool, or a body of water. Northwestern Health Sciences University notes that aqua therapy is performed in…
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1. Maintain a Clean Energy System Kundalini is an ancient practice that combines yoga moves–similar to those seen in Hatha yoga–with meditation practices for the purpose of spiritual growth. It is said that Kundalini syndrome can occur in a person…
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Combine muscle toning exercises with intense cardiovascular interval training to flatten your tummy fast. No amount of crunches will burn belly fat. You will need exercises that engage your cardiovascular system and burn calories, resulting in fat loss. However, crunches…
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According to the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, excessive moisture surrounding the anal area is the most common cause of anal itching. Itching, which inherently is an irritating problem can be embarrassing if it is anal. Pruritus ani,…
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Chemical reactions occur in the human body every moment. The lungs and kidneys work together to keep the body in chemical balance, maintaining a pH close to neutral. When the level of acidic chemicals in the blood is abnormally elevated,…
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April 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Depression is a mood disorder with unknown causes. Its severity can range from mild to severe and it could occur as a single episode or chronically. Symptoms of depression include changes in sleeping patterns, changes in appetite and weight, fatigue,…
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The muscles of the abdomen form a flexible wall that holds in the internal organs. If this flexible wall is weak, it bulges under the pressure. If it’s strong, it holds the organs in tightly. While exercising the abdominals will…
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April 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Hodgkin’s disease (also known as Hodgkin’s lymphoma) is a characterized by a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, which is a part of the body’s immune system. The National Cancer Institute reports that in 2009, about 8,510…
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According to the Cleveland Clinic, corticosteroids are human-produced drugs that resemble cortisol, which is a hormone produced naturally by the adrenal glands. Common corticosteroids include fluticasone, budesonide, cortisone, prednisone and methylprednisolone. Corticosteroids work by decreasing inflammation, often seen as redness,…
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April 15, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Dried fruit provides a convenient and healthy alternative to the fresh variety providing filling fiber, powerful antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Some of the healthiest dried fruit–figs, dates, plums and black raspberries–aren’t too popular in the fresh produce section of average…
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According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, almost everybody experiences back pain–severe enough to affect their activities of daily living–at some point in their life. NINDS notes that Americans spend $50 billion each year on the management…
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April 15, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Palm oil has been used in African diets for 5,000 years and has spread globally to become the second most frequently consumed edible oil in the world, after soybean oil, according to United Nations University. The nutritional effects of palm…
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April 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Gout refers to a painful medical condition in which uric acid crystals build up in the joint spaces. MedlinePlus indicates that some gout symptoms include pain in the big toe, ankles or knee. Typically, this condition presents in people suffering…
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April 15, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Magnesium chloride is a common chemical compound found primarily in the form of salt in many areas of the world . While used commercially for many different reasons, including snow removal and as a de-icing agent, magnesium chloride also has…
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April 15, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Ursodiol, a prescription medication, treats patients suffering from stones in the gallbladder. According to Drugs.com, an online drug resource, ursodiol can dissolve current stones and prevent new ones from forming. Mayo Clinic states this medication is used when surgical…
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April 15, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Glucosamine is a naturally-occurring sugar that is a component of cartilage–the tough connective tissue in between bones–in the human body. Patients with joint-related diseases, such as osteoarthritis, may be able to alleviate painful joint symptoms by taking a glucosamine dietary…
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April 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Rheumatic heart disease is a condition where the valves of the heart become damaged as a result of rheumatic fever. Rheumatic fever can also affect other joints and systems in your body. Rheumatic heart disease can happen at any age….
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April 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
High functioning autism, also called Asperger syndrome, affects the patient’s social skills and movement. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) notes that high functioning autism patients have no cognitive deficits and may have above average intelligence. Parents may notice that…
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Muscular endurance is one of the many parameters of fitness. People who make repetitive muscle movements for extended periods of time need to have high levels of muscle endurance. This would translate into sports like basketball, football, soccer and tennis….
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April 15, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Obesity in children and adolescents is defined as a child or teen weighing more than the normal accepted values for their age and height. Childhood obesity not only has immediate negative affects, but it also can lead to long-term…
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April 15, 2015 Weight Management
With much of the population being overweight or obese, a large number of people are trying to lose weight. It may be for health reasons or because they want to look better. Regardless of the reason, many people find losing…
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April 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Salmonella is a potentially dangerous bacterial poisoning that can result from consuming raw or undercooked chicken and eggs. According to November 2009 ABC News article that referred to a “Consumer Reports” conclusion that two-thirds of chickens in America carry…
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April 15, 2015 Weight Management
The best workout routines incorporate a variety of exercise methods. Constantly changing your exercise routine keeps your body from getting used to one particular type of workout, maximizing your calorie burn from each workout. Since exercise burns calories, more frequent…
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The lower abdominal muscles are tightened by performing consistent exercises that require abdominal stabilization to support the torso and lower back and with exercises that flex the lumbar or lower portion of the spine. Flexing the lumbar spine means to…
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The abs can easily be worked lying on the floor or seated, but standing exercises work your legs, too. Exercises that have you standing on one leg will strengthen your abs and your entire core to maintain your balance. The…
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People communicate with much more than just words. Touch conveys powerful messages, especially between mother and child, according to the International Association of Infant Massage. Aside from conveying these messages of love and nurturing, there’s scientific evidence that infant massage…
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Overview To get a flat stomach, look at the three elements involved–cardiovascular exercise, diet and overall strength training. There is a common misconception that you can lose weight or fat in certain areas of the body by working them out….
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The waist, hips and thighs are centrally located regions of the body that can be toned with the right blend of exercises. To get the best benefit, you can include exercises that work more than one of these areas simultaneously….
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Overview The practice of reflexology revolves around the theory that reflex points in the hands and feet correspond to certain organs and areas of the body. Reflexologists chart and map these areas. For example, the top of the shoulder is…
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