Defined abdominal muscles containing zero flab are a much desired attribute for most Americans. Unfortunately, having six-pack abs doesn’t happen overnight. Instead, the characteristic is usually the result of hard work, discipline and repetition. But several simple ways exist to…
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As you age, you lose muscle mass, and your ability to perform your activities of daily living decreases. Exercises in which you have to cross the middle of your body mimic everyday activities such as wiping counters, grabbing pantry items…
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May 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Emotional IQ, also known as emotional intelligence or EI, has gained popularity since its introduction in the early 1990s–first in a series of academic papers and then in a best-selling self-help book. Emotional intelligence tests are used to screen…
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May 16, 2015 Weight Management
Carbohydrates are the double edged sword of nutrition: eating too many can cause fat gain while not enough can compromise muscle tissue and training intensity. Carbohydrates are classified as either simple or complex. They are based on the glycemic index…
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May 16, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
The skin is the largest organ of the body and is responsible for releasing toxins through the pores. Dry brushing exfoliates the cells of the epidermis and opens up the pores, which allows toxins to be released and promotes better…
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Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross identified five stages of grief in her 1969 career-defining book, “On Death and Dying.” Her grief model can be applied to various types of loss and trauma, including bereavement, divorce, disability and job loss. Grief is an…
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Overview One major key to permanent weight loss is strength training. The use it or lose it principle applies here. Over time our bodies tend to lose muscle mass. Muscle helps the body burn more calories, as this tissue is…
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Overview Amblyopia, sometimes called “lazy eye,” occurs when an abnormal relationship between the visual input from one eye and its interpretation in the brain diminishes vision. In “Amblyopia Facts,” the National Eye Institute says amblyopia affects 2 to 3 percent…
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High blood pressure, or hypertension, is not typically caused by pregnancy. However, there is a condition termed pregnancy induced hypertension, PIH, or preeclampsia, which is characterized by high blood pressure in pregnant women, states MayoClinic.com. Preeclampsia most commonly begins after…
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May 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
According to the National Institutes of Health, or NIH, there are two main types of lung cancer. The most common type, which accounts for about 80 percent of lung cancer cases, is the nonsmall cell lung cancer, or NSCLC. The…
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May 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Zopiclone is a non-benzoidiazepine hypnotic medication commonly prescribed as a “sleeping pill” for insomnia. Doctors prescribe zopiclone in Canada under the trade name Imovane and in the UK as Zimovane. In the United States, the FDA has not approved…
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Overview Hatha yoga strengthens and stretches all of the muscles in the body including the abdominals. Uddiyana bandha or the “upward flying lock” improves the tone of the deepest abdominal muscle, the transverse abdominis. Specific asanas or poses exercise different…
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May 16, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Hair normally follows a predictable pattern of growth. There is about a centimeter worth of growth every month for 2 to 6 years followed by a few months of no growth, and then the hair falling out and the cycle…
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Having a flat stomach is often a major goal when people begin their workout plans. Achieving and maintaining toned, flat abs requires more than just a strenuous abdominal workout, though. You need a combination of diet, exercise and possibly lifestyle…
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Children who develop juvenile myoclonic epilepsy will most likely have it for the rest of their lives. About 80 percent will need to take anti-epileptic drugs to prevent the return of seizures, according to Epilepsy Action’s website. Some studies have…
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May 16, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Serving in racquetball is a vital part of the game. In order to take control of a match, a racquetball player must serve the ball consistently, hit it with power on occasion and keep his opponent off balance with change-of-pace…
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May 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
1. Look for Instability in Developing Close Personal Relationships Individuals suffering from a borderline personality disorder usually have difficulties in maintaining close relationships with others, a trait that usually manifests itself by early adulthood. These difficulties are usually caused by…
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The cervix is the opening to the uterus, located in the upper end of the vagina. Women can develop cervical cancer after contracting a sexually transmitted virus such as the human papillomavirus. The virus can change the cells in the…
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1. Help Your Child Eat A baby born with a cleft palate, or malformed soft tissue at the roof of the mouth, will likely have trouble breastfeeding, nursing from a bottle and eating properly. When this mouth tissue doesn’t grow…
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Overview Participating in youth sports can be a great experience for any child. Whether it is a team sport or an individual sport, highly organized or played in the school yard, sports can help a youngster get and stay active,…
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Overview The process of buying a house usually requires you to purchase house insurance before taking possession of the home. House insurance protects your home, its contents and provides liability protection for personal injuries that occur on your property. Whether…
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The University of Virginia states that the common cold is the number one illness in the United States. The common cold is a viral infection that typically affects the upper-respiratory system with symptoms such as nasal congestion, body aches and…
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Your lymph system is the primary repository for your immune system. It’s responsible for removing infections from your body, as well as dead cells, metabolic wastes and diseases cells such as cancerous cells. It can easily get overloaded by its…
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May 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Bladder infections, also known as cystitis, are caused when bacteria ascends the urethra and enters the bladder. Bladder infections typically present with frequent or urgent urination, pain during urination, foul-smelling or cloudy urine, and bloody urine. Definitive diagnosis can be…
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Bladderwrack is another name for brown seaweed or dried seaweed, known as kelp. Its scientific name is Fucus vesiculosus. Whatever name you give it, bladderwrack offers three main components: fucoidan, iodine and alginic acid. Depending on where you get your…
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Sports utility vehicles, SUVs, have come under significant criticism due to the cost to maintain them, their increased fuel requirements over standard vehicles and the pollution they tend to produce. With concerns about the safety of the environment mounting, a…
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May 16, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Cleansing your face may be a relatively simple procedure, but its importance shouldn’t be underestimated. Proper facial cleansing removes dead skin cells, bacteria, oils and dirt. Washing your face correctly requires that you follow certain steps to ensure it is…
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If you’re only able to do weight training on the weekends, you’ll want to pack in as much exercise as possible without overdoing it. You’ll also want to target your specific muscle-building or endurance needs. Alternating workouts each day is…
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Overview Strong, toned arms look good in a tank top and help you carry out daily activities like hauling groceries or toddlers. Your ability to develop muscle tone in the arms depends on your genetics and body composition–the less fat…
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The American College of Sports Medicine recommends that healthy adults under age 65 should do eight to 10 strength training exercises twice a week, along with 30 minutes of moderate cardio, five days a week, or 20 minutes of vigorous…
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