December 12, 2013 Foods for a Survival Kit
Wilderness survival training emphasizes crucial needs first, placing food at the bottom of the emergency items list. Although the average person can survive three weeks without food, FEMA’s Ready America recommends a three-day supply of nonperishable food for emergency situations….
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Overview Your respiration speeds up during exercise as your working muscles demand more oxygen to maintain the work you are asking of them. Respiration is the exchange of gases that takes place in your lungs when you breathe. You inhale…
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1. The Fainting Friend When a friend or teammate faints, it can be a scary situation. Although fainting can be a symptom of something serious, most people who faint during sports or strenuous activity can be easily roused. Dehydration, heat…
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December 12, 2013 Children's Health
Impulsivity and not listening are two characteristics of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the most commonly diagnosed childhood disorder, according to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), and one that extends into adolescence and adulthood. Other symptoms of ADHD…
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1. Thin Line of Neck Injury and Irritation Almost everyone experiences a crick in the neck or some kind of soreness or discomfort. The cause of this discomfort can be something as simple as a night of sleeping in a…
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According to the Mayo Clinic, most ulcers are caused by the bacterium Helicobacter pylori. H. pylori, as it is more commonly known, is also the cause of stomach inflammation or gastritis. H. pylori is common in developing countries and as…
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While there are no hard rules about when a bass will, or won’t, want to feed, the general rule is that bass prefer to feed very early in the morning, and at dusk, when the water temperature is transitioning from…
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December 12, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Acquired immunedeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a disease caused by the human immunedeficiency virus (HIV). According to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), there are over 30 million people worldwide living with HIV/AIDS, and about one million of…
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Depression is a crippling disease, which affects 3.3 million adults and is the leading cause of disability in Americans between the ages of 15 and 44, according to the National Institute of Mental health. Depression can include prolonged feelings of…
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If you use natural gas in your home, you may be wondering how to save on your energy bill and reduce your carbon footprint. Making small household changes and purchasing energy saving appliances can greatly reduce the amount of gas…
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A joint is made of connective tissue at the place where two bones come together. According to the Arthritis Foundation, musculoskeletal complaints, including arthritis, are the most reported chronic conditions in the United States. Typical symptoms of joint problems include…
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December 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Echinacea (Echinacea angustifolia, E. purpurea and E. pallida) is one of the most widely used herbs in the United States and Europe. Echinacea is most commonly used to treat colds and flu, as well as for immune system support. Available…
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December 12, 2013 Senior Health
People have been using hawthorn berries since the first century to treat heart problems that range from irregular heartbeat to heart failure. In Europe, hawthorn berry extract is still used therapeutically for mild congestive heart failure. Today, the leaves and…
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Heart rate monitors are helpful tools for almost any level of training, providing a variety of useful data, such as calories burned or average heart rate during a workout. More complex heart rate monitors have more functionality, allowing you to…
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A preferred stock is a hybrid security issued by a company that shares characteristics with both bonds and stocks. Like bonds, a preferred stock is primarily an income security, paying investors a specified rate which is typically much higher than…
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1. Basic Equipment for a Back Injury The best equipment to use when you need to move a person with a severe back injury and possible spinal cord damage includes a cervical collar, head supports, a backboard, straps and tape…
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Ganoderma lucidum is used worldwide to promote health and longevity and for its anticancer and immune-boosting effects. You might be more familiar with one of its common names–reishi mushroom or ling zhi. Some folks take Ganoderma lucidum to protect the…
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Overview According to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, over four million Americans suffer from frequent constipation, spending an estimated $725,000,000 each year on over-the-counter laxative products. The NDDIC also states that self-treatment of constipation is the most commonly sought…
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The demand for online dating services has soared as more and more people have successfully found relationships through the medium. Though many online dating services require a monthly subscription, most of the largest sites offer a free trial period for…
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Circuit training maximizes time spent working out while improving your muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular endurance, body composition and functional capacity. Circuit training uses eight to 12 exercises, done one after the other with short rest periods between sets. Advanced…
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December 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Many families have home remedies that have been passed down through the years, for a variety of health problems. One of the most common issues people face is coughing, since it can disrupt sleep and interfere with daily activities. Even…
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Isometric exercises are defined as those that contract a muscle or muscle group for a specific period of time at the height of muscular tension. Isometric training can be done using the body’s own weight for resistance, or using resistance…
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December 12, 2013 Women's Health
According to the Harvard Medical School, MGH Center for Women’s Mental Health, premenstrual syndrome or PMS comprises a group of symptoms that are commonly associated with the 7 to 14 days leading up to menstruation. It affects roughly 75 percent…
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December 12, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview The visitation rights maintained by fathers are typically the same in every state and are set forth in the family law or marriage dissolution statutes of the jurisdiction. Visitation rights extend to the establishment and enforcement of a parenting…
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Overview Rapid hormonal and physical changes during pregnancy are often accompanied by a variety of maladies. While symptoms usually clear at the conclusion of the pregnancy, they can make for a miserable nine months. Pregnant woman are limited in the…
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Stretching your neck and shoulders will help to decrease the tightness and tension in the muscles supporting your head. The average human head weighs about eight percent of a person’s total body weight, placing quite a strain on the neck…
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Overview A golf handicap or handicap index indicates a player’s skill level on a standard course. The handicap number represents the average number of strokes the player would need to add or subtract from his score to reach par on…
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The key to a successful chest workout, says personal trainer and bodybuilder Matt Weik of Bodybuilding.com, is lifting a weight you can handle and working each part of your chest equally. With a few basic chest exercises, you can build…
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December 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Weight loss is a straightforward process: Eat fewer calories than you burn. As simple as it sounds, people struggle with losing weight and maintaining a healthy weight. The problem with carrying too much weight is more than not fitting into…
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Overview Rhonda Byrne argues in her much-publicized book, “The Secret,” that the secret to health, wealth and happiness is predicated upon positive thinking — the idea that if you surround yourself with positive people and positive thoughts, positive things can…
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