Unhealthy veins can become spider or varicose veins, often causing pain and discomfort; they are a symptom of other circulatory concerns. In order to keep veins healthy and prevent the appearance and complications of vein disorders, vitamins can be applied…
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May 16, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Health care professionals use a variety of tools to determine a person’s risk of certain diseases and conditions. One of these tools is the body mass index, or BMI. The BMI is a primary screening tool because it is…
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May 16, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Lures are tools. There is no one magic lure that will always catch fish just as there is no household tool that will cook, paint and hammer. Certain conditions require certain lures. The best lure is the one in which…
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Exercises for aerobic endurance involve activities that strengthen your cardiovascular system by increasing your heart rate and breathing. To obtain the best results, engage in the activities at a moderately brisk level for 30 minutes on at least three to…
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The inheritance tax, also known as the estate tax, is a tax on the transfer of assets after death. Generally, the federal tax only affects the largest American estates, or those with a net value of over $3.5 million as…
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Self-esteem is the appraisal a person makes of her own value as a human being. Your level of self-esteem categorizes the lifestyle, possessions and quality of relationships you believe yourself to deserve. In fact, it forms the actual boundaries of…
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May 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Anxiety comes in many forms, from panic attacks to fear of social situations to a general nervousness. We all experience bouts of worry from time to time, but anxiety becomes a problem when it interferes with everyday life. According to…
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Grounds for divorce in the United States may be no-fault or fault, depending on your state of residence. The term “grounds” means a legally acceptable reason for the action. In most states, a no-fault divorce means that both parties agree…
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Chair-based exercises make it possible for people with special needs to strengthen their muscles. This includes people who are aging, have poor balance, are rehabbing from an injury or are at a work desk for long hours. Even otherwise healthy…
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Back alignment is the placement of your spine in relationship to other body segments. Alignment, along with posture and placement, make up the basics of all movements. Proper alignment results in movement that is efficient, effective and free from fatigue…
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Overview Annulment is a procedure under state law that can be used to invalidate a marriage. The laws of your state determine the grounds on which annulment can be based. Generally, an annulment is more challenging to get than a…
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May 16, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Racquetball is both a competitive and recreational sport that requires great reactions. Players use racquets to propel a rubber ball around an enclosed court. After hitting the ball, players have to get out of the way and give their opponent…
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A prenuptial agreement, also called a premarital agreement or prenup, is a way to protect yourself and your property before entering a marriage. Though traditionally only for the very wealthy, prenups are recommended today for any marriage in which there…
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May 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Patients with bipolar disorder have abnormal highs and lows in their mood. For example, a patient can have periods of mania, the high mood, followed by a normal mood. The patient can also have depression, the low mood. Nevertheless, some…
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Alzheimer’s disease is a chronic degenerative mental disorder that typically presents after 65 years of age; however, there is a rare familial early-onset form of the disease that strikes as early as 40 years of age. Alzheimer’s is a form…
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May 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The New York Thyroid Center estimates that more than 10,000 new diagnoses of papillary thyroid cancer are made each year in the United States. It is the most common type of thyroid cancer, according to the center, making up 70…
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Rowing machines provide an extensive cardiovascular workout as well as an effective calorie-burning exercise. Ideal for increasing stamina and as part of a weight-loss program, rowing machines also work all the major muscle groups of the body. With the proper…
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According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, brewer’s yeast comes from the dried-up cells of the Saccharomyces cerevisiae fungus, a one-celled organism used to brew beer. This long-used nutritional supplement comes in powder, flake, liquid and tablet forms, and…
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Antioxidants are very popular, and for good reason. They help to get rid of free radicals, which can attack cells in the body and cause damage that leads to disease. Antioxidants, which can be vitamins as well as minerals or…
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Overview A father not awarded custody of a minor child possesses specific visitation rights. Despite some minor variations in the visitation laws from one state to another, the overall standards and practices associated with a father’s visitation rights largely are…
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If you are concerned about side effects and want to try alternatives to over-the-counter and prescription drugs, you may be interested in stocking your medicine chest with homeopathic remedies. While safe and without side effects, homeopathic remedies are not subjected…
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May 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Breast cancer originates when healthy breast cells develop genetic mutations, causing the cell to proliferate out of control. In the early stages of cancer, the cancer cells form a tumor that invades healthy breast tissue to allow for more tumor…
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Acne sufferers may benefit from using essential oils such as tea tree. The University of Maryland Medical Center reviewed a study which found that tee tree oil worked as well as benzoyl peroxide, a common acne treatment, but had fewer…
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May 16, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Excessive sweating, technically known as hyperhidrosis, most often affects the palms, feet and face, according to the Mayo Clinic. If you experience excessive facial sweating, you may find it embarrassing and inconvenient, but treatments are available. A physician first assesses…
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Cesarean section–surgical delivery of the fetus through an abdominal incision–now comprises nearly 32 percent percent of all deliveries in the United States, the Centers for Disease Control reports. Cesarean sections, which are major surgery, increase the risk of complications for…
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The hybrid electric vehicle, HEV, relies upon battery and gas power for motion. While there are benefits associated with using an HEV, such as reduced fuel consumption and lower greenhouse emissions, some significant flaws still plague this market. Specifically,serious safety…
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The tea plant, Camellia sinensis, has been in use since at least the 10th century in China, primarily as an herbal beverage. In fact, it is now the most popular beverage worldwide after water. Tea comes in three primary forms:…
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Wild roses might not look like the roses in romantic bouquets, but they are members of the Rosa genus. Wild roses such as Rosa rugosa, Rosa cinnamomea, Rosa woodsii and Rosa canina, also known as the dog rose, have open,…
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May 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology estimates that 40 to 50 million Americans suffer from one or more allergic diseases. Most allergy sufferers’ symptoms are mild, including cases of hives, rashes, nausea, sneezing, runny nose or watery eyes….
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May 16, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
A puffy face can be both embarrassing and uncomfortable. Known in the medical community as a “facial edema,” a puffy face may have a variety of causes. According to the National Institutes of Health, elevating your head will help reduce…
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