April 13, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Body Mass Index, or BMI, is a measurement taken to determine an individual’s weight and health status. BMI is often used as tool by physician’s to determine if a person is at an unhealthy weight and at risk for…
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April 13, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Bipolar disorder is divided into two subtypes: I and II. People with bipolar I disorder can experience both manic and hypomanic episodes over the course of their lives, whereas only hypomania occurs in bipolar II. Other important differences include…
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If you work long hours and do not have access to a gym, you have multiple exercise options available that can be done from your home or office. The key things you need to do are use your body for…
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April 13, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
What Are Enzymes? Enzymes are organic substances that sustain life; proteins that act as catalysts, or accelerators, during chemical reactions happening continually throughout the body. Some reactions need to happen quickly, such as the enzymes involved in breaking down big…
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April 13, 2015 CJD Disease Symptoms
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a devastating diagnosis, with death normally following in a matter of months. The exact cause is unknown but abnormal proteins in the brain are known to be involved. Both the mind and the body are ultimately…
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April 13, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview If you want to run faster and increase your strength, there are workouts to help boost your speed and power. According to Fitness magazine, cross training activities such as strength training help prevent injury and improve running performance. By…
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The hamstrings are a group of three muscles that run down the back of your leg, from your pelvis to just below your knee joint. They bend your knees and assist in extending your hips. There are an extensive number…
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April 13, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Although pregnancy is an exciting time for the mother-to-be, it can also be a scary time. Many mothers worry about what foods are safe to eat, what household chemicals are considered safe, and what medications are safe to use. During…
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April 13, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview If you experience significant hair loss, chances are that one of your relatives suffered from pattern baldness and passed the genes responsible for the condition on to you, since the Mayo Clinic notes that most cases of balding are…
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1. A Full Stomach is a Happy Stomach Don’t let your stomach get empty. Morning sickness gets worse when you’re too hungry, so eat frequent, small meals to keep your blood sugar elevated and nausea at bay. Make good food…
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April 13, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Excessive drinking over time can lead to a physical dependence on alcohol. Drinking more than 15 drinks a week for men or 12 drinks a week for women increases the risk of developing alcohol dependence, according to the Mayo Clinic….
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April 13, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Faced with bacteria that no longer respond to the present antibiotic weaponry available, science is looking toward the natural kingdom for defense. Natural substances, unlike manmade antibiotics, undergo the process of evolution. A single herb, for instance, can contain countless…
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April 13, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Blackheads are a type of acne known as open comedones. These small, dark spots develop when the opening of hair follicles become blocked by dead skin cells, oil and bacteria, says the Mayo Clinic. Blackheads got their name due to…
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Hemorrhoids are caused most often by excessive straining during a bowel movement or other activities that weaken or cause inflammation of anal tissue. No matter how the hemorrhoids started, it is usually a short-term problem and can be remedied at…
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Overview Fast swimming depends on the efficiency of an athlete’s stroke and her ability to tolerate intense efforts without slowing down. Therefore, a properly constructed speed workout builds both strength and finesse. Swimmers should practice proper stroke mechanics at a…
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Overview A balance board, sometimes also called a wobble board, can help to improve your balance and reduce the risk of injuries. The human body has sensors called proprioceptors which help to prevent you from getting injured. These sensors work…
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April 13, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Contrary to popular belief, hair loss does not affect men only. In fact, according to the American Hair Loss Association, women account for nearly 40 percent of Americans who lose their hair. Although it’s normal to shed some hair…
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Healing herbs have been utilized for thousands of years to treat a variety of illnesses and ailments from the common cold to cancer. Many of the most common herbs may be grown in backyard gardens, or individuals may purchase them…
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Overview Nearly 30 percent of Americans have the condition hypertension, which is another term for chronic high blood pressure, according to the American Heart Association. Hypertension is an important medical indicator of the risk of cardiovascular disease. While some risks…
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April 12, 2015 Weight Management
When you are planning to lose weight, it is only natural to want to the weight to fall off as fast as possible. However, the fastest you should try to lose weight without a doctor’s supervision is 2 lbs. per…
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A flat belly requires both low body fat and well-developed abdominal muscles. Abdominal exercises won’t spot-reduce fat from the stomach, but they will strengthen the muscles that produce what the book “Strength Training Anatomy” describes as a hammock that holds…
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April 12, 2015 Sports & Recreation
1. Just the Shuffle Shuffles are an important and basic part of tap dancing. You can perform shuffles alone at varying rates of speed, or you can include them in more complicated tap combinations. It’s impossible to advance beyond the…
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According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, dissociative symptoms may occur in Acute Stress Disorder that is diagnosed when a person suffered an overwhelming psychological shock. Dissociation may occur during and after the shock. The mind of…
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The Bowflex Sports home gym is used for resistance training. The resistance comes from cables attached to power rods. Resistance training strengthens and tones your muscles as well as your connective tissues such as your tendons and ligaments. It also…
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April 12, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Teenage drinking causes fears and concerns for many parents. But teens should beware of excessive drinking because it can lead to dangerous consequences and even death. Alcohol abuse can disrupt normal development for young people, lead to serious conflicts with…
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Overview Reflexologists believe the foot is like a map of the body, and that manually stimulating certain parts of the foot will affect a corresponding region of the body. According to Barbara and Kevin Kunz, co-directors of Reflexology Research, the…
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Strong musculature around the knees is crucial for skiers, as it is one of the most frequently injured areas in skiing. A study published in 1996 in the “Western Journal of Medicine” found that knee injuries constituted 35 percent of…
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According to AIDS.gov, all HIV medications or antiviral drugs produce side effects. The Well Project notes that the side effects may range from the moderate to the extreme. Moreover, the most common side effects occur within the first six weeks…
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The need for sleep is one thing that all people have in common. No one can deny the power and importance of sleep. Inability to get a proper night’s sleep can have a negative effect on your health and well-being….
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April 12, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Even though they are small in size, these tiny fruits are enormous in cancer-preventing ability. But why berries? First, berries are an easy way to consume a concentrated source of vitamins, minerals, fiber and hundreds of other cancer-fighting phytochemicals. Second,…
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