May 12, 2015 Weight Management
Overview The composition of the body can be categorized into two parts: fat mass and lean body mass. Body fat percentage is the percent of total fat the body contains, including fat around organs, in and around muscles and everywhere…
Read more
When you have dandruff, scaling occurs on your scalp, and excess skin cells are shed. Symptoms may include itching, redness and irritation in the scalp area. Dandruff is typically not a sign of a serious medical condition and can usually…
Read more
Knee physio exercises strengthen and stretch the muscles surrounding your knees, mainly your quadriceps and hamstrings. These muscles give your knee support and stability. Start your exercises as soon as possible to quicken your recuperation process, according to the American…
Read more
Butcher’s broom, an evergreen bush in the lily family also known as box holly, has several medicinal benefits, though they’ve only recently been discovered. Both the root and the above-ground parts of the plant are used medicinally. While generally considered…
Read more
May 12, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Tobacco users who wish to stop smoking may or may not wait until health symptoms appear before making their decisions. Even if they feel healthy, their lungs, heart, blood vessels and cellular DNA have already undergone the stress of cigarette,…
Read more
The American Heart Association reports that heart failure is a condition where the heart is unable to pump enough blood to all the organs in the body. It is also known as congestive heart failure and can be caused by…
Read more
Chloraseptic Allergen Block Gel is marketed as a “drug-free way to help prevent nasal allergy symptoms by blocking indoor and outdoor allergens.” This product is a clear topical gel that is applied the edges of the nostrils and the area…
Read more
Exercise is an important part of maintaining a healthy body. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend participating in at least 150 minutes of exercise each week. For those who have health problems, such as arthritis or…
Read more
May 12, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Erythromycin benzoyl peroxide is the generic name for a combination product that’s used to treat acne, according to Medicine Net. Available by prescription only, the product combines the antibiotic erythromycin with the antibacterial oxidizing agent known as benzoyl peroxide….
Read more
Liver cirrhosis is the last stage of liver disease. By this time, the liver has suffered repeated injury. It is finally at the point where the damage is usually irreversible. The most common causes of liver cirrhosis in the United…
Read more
May 12, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Bicycle bearing grease keeps the bearings rolling smoothly in their cages, cups and races. One grease is suitable for ball bearings anywhere on your bike, but several different types of grease are available. Some cyclists, due to personal experience, prefer…
Read more
Exercise and physical activity are necessary for diabetics. It helps to regulate glucose levels, blood pressure, and weight. Nerve damage and heart disease are common complications for diabetics and exercise helps to reduce their likelihood. However, there are certain guidelines…
Read more
May 12, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Whether you have a full-suspension mountain bike, a hard-tail or a hybrid with a suspension fork, at some point you will need to adjust the suspension. The suspension, or shock, helps absorb road vibrations, smoothing out the trail or…
Read more
Overview Fresh-squeezed orange juice is a popular drink at breakfast, and a few orange slices are a healthy afternoon snack. If you include oranges in your diet for their high vitamin C content, you know the fruit does much more…
Read more
An enlarged prostate isn’t deadly, but it won’t make your life too comfortable either. Benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH, is a noncancerous condition in which the prostate enlarges and squeezes against the urethra. Urination is labored, painful and frequent. According…
Read more
May 12, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Diarrhea involves frequent loose stools often accompanied by abdominal cramps. According to the National Library of Medicine, the most common cause of diarrhea is a self-resolving viral infection. Other causes of diarrhea include medications, food poisonings, lactose intolerance or digestive…
Read more
Whether you’re a business owner starting a new gym or you’re looking to set up a gym in your own home, finding the right equipment should be at the top of your priority list. Gym equipment comes in all shapes,…
Read more
Overview Marriage and family therapists work with couples and families to help them cope with mental illnesses, to improve their relationships and to assist them in enhancing their communication skills. They believe that a problem must be seen in a…
Read more
Overview Aluminum can drives are common personal and organization fund raising efforts for good reason–aluminum cans are readily available, accepted by many recycling outlets and don’t require much in the way of special preparation before recycling. In fact, 18.7 million…
Read more
Overview During an eye exam, the doctor or his technician will check the pressure inside the eye, using either a quick puff of air or by numbing the eye and gently touching the surface with an instrument. Though a normal…
Read more
Overview Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for 26 percent of deaths in 2006, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A treadmill test, or stress test, shows your doctor how…
Read more
If you want to improve memory without medication, many herbal supplements on the market can help. Widely available in local supermarkets and drug stores, these supplements come as pills, powders, or liquid extracts. Check with your medical doctor before starting…
Read more
During exercise, you will notice changes in your heart rate. Specific heart rate ranges based on the person’s age, gender, exercise intensity and type and fitness level. A slow heart rate, called bradycardia if under 60 beats per minute, sometimes…
Read more
Antiemetic medications are those which are used to combat and alleviate nausea with or without vomiting. There are many antiemetics available for patient use in over-the-counter and prescription form. A physician or pharmacist will determine which antiemetic medication to prescribe…
Read more
A bunion is a lump of bone on the outside of the base of the big toe. When the big toe joint moves out of place, it becomes enlarged, stiff and sore. Because this joint bears much of the body’s…
Read more
A sore throat with a cough may indicate a common cold, which does not require a doctor’s treatment. Other causes of a sore throat and cough may include asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia and lung cancer, which are serious conditions that require…
Read more
The health of our digestive system, especially that of the intestines is crucial for overall health in our bodies. If there is a dysfunction in our intestines, the nutrients provided by the food we eat will not be properly absorbed,…
Read more
May 12, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Unwanted facial hair is a part of life for many women. Discouraged by the use of smelly depilatories and frequent tweezing to remove unwanted hair, more and more women are turning to permanent hair removal options. From the use…
Read more
Pectin is found in the cell walls of plants, namely apples. Apple cores and peels are the parts of the apple rich with pectin. Farmers extract pectin from apples for its solidifying effects in foods such as jams and jellies….
Read more
The loss of a pet can be as painful as the loss of a human family member. The process of coming to terms with your loss can take anywhere from a few days to several years. Though everybody deals with…
Read more