December 11, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Curb Cravings on Dr. Oz’s “You on a Diet” “You: On a Diet” by Dr. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Michael Roizen is an excellent book explaining the science of successful weight loss. Knowing the biology of the human body,…
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When ski season comes, you want to be fit and ready to hit the slopes all day long. Using ski simulators and other exercise machines during the off-season is the best way to stay in shape and keep your technique…
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Julia Lawless, author of “The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils,” says that aromatherapy is more than a form of healing that only works through the sense of smell. She says, “It is not simply the aroma that is important but…
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1. Define Your Deltoids With Dumbbells Everyone dreams of having that perfectly sculpted physique. To achieve that perfection, however, target each muscle group separately, starting with the shoulders. Well-defined shoulders, or deltoids, call for working a variety of muscles. Performing…
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December 11, 2013 Children's Health
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder usually surfaces in early childhood and continues throughout adulthood. It can cause debilitating problems in the life of the person affected. According to the Centers for Disease Control, ADHD manifests as three different types: “Predominantly inattentive…
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Somehow, the idea of moving your own body through space can be more intimidating than the thought of muscling a stack of weights around. This makes pull-ups just as mentally daunting as they are physically challenging. In spite of that,…
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December 11, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, is increasingly used to treat people living with severe obesity. In a 2010 article published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, Dr. Katherine Flegal and colleagues reported 68 percent of…
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Exercising during your pregnancy helps you to maintain your fitness level and to prepare you for labor and delivery. Exercising may also help regulate your emotions, as exercise causes the brain to release endorphins. Some exercise videos are designed specifically…
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1. A Personal Touch When considering how to sequence Iyengar yoga poses, you will not find formally scripted sequences as in many other forms of yoga. While there are some basic do’s and don’ts, for the most part each student…
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December 11, 2013 Children's Health
Inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, fidgeting and lack of focus are some of the symptoms of ADHD. According to HealthCentral, ADHD affects boys three times more often than ADHD affects girls. In addition, emotional development for ADHD children is 30 percent slower…
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December 11, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Maintaining your weight loss is not as hard as it seems. Reliance on weight loss programs and supplements offer nothing for you except dependency on outside sources, which cost you extra money and don’t teach you how to eat properly….
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A diabetes mellitus diagnosis occurs when a group of metabolic diseases affects insulin secretion. Insulin affects the balance of glucose, commonly called blood sugar and the body’s main source of energy. An excessive amount of glucose in the blood can…
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While free weights engage your core stabilizing muscles and offer versatility, weight machines are usually easy to use and safer for the beginning weight lifter. Look for machines that allow a full range of motion and do not force your…
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While working your abdominal muscles won’t necessarily burn belly fat, according to the Mayo Clinic, ab exercises will strengthen and tone the muscles to make your waist appear tighter. Incorporate weight to your ab routine by exercising with the help…
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December 11, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Stretch marks–medically known as striae–are discolored indented streaks that appear on your skin, usually as a result of pregnancy, obesity, or drastic weight loss or gain. Although they are not dangerous, stretch marks are unsightly, and many people turn…
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December 11, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Aerobic exercises are most efficient at burning fat quickly. Utilize all major muscle groups and perform these exercises at a high intensity to rev up your metabolism and blast fat. Be sure to consult your doctor before beginning this or…
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December 11, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
If you are trying to lose weight as fast as possible, you should aim for a weight loss of no more than two pounds per week. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that this is a safe…
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December 11, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Fish oil provides your body with the essential omega-3 fatty acids or docosahexaenoic acid, commonly called DHA, and eicosapentaenoic acid, referred to as EPA. These are important for brain function, can reduce inflammation and may lower risk for diseases like…
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December 11, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
There are a plethora of serums, injections and plastic surgery options available for those wishing to have younger looking skin, but you can treat one issue of older skin–uneven skin tone–at home with vitamin C. Uneven skin tone happens when…
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Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, refers to a medical condition in which the blood within the blood vessels meets with resistance as it moves through the body. The Mayo Clinic says that some symptoms of high blood pressure…
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Although breast tissue, which is mostly fat, cannot be increased without increasing fat around the body, receiving surgical implants or experiencing hormonal changes, you can exercise the muscles that support breast tissue to achieve firm, lifted and yes, even larger…
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1. Listen to the Captain One person is designated the captain on a sailboat and all the crewmembers need to follow the directions of the captain to avoid accidents as well as to enjoy the sailing. In addition to learning…
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Elliptical trainers are one of the most popular machines in the gym. You may even need to sign up in advance if you’d like to get on an elliptical during the before- and after-work rush. These machines are far from…
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Overview Many factors can leave you with a stuffy nose, including colds, allergies and infections. Most people are eager to send stuffy noses on their way, which is one reason you can find so many medications designed to treat congestion…
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A sauna is a type of heated room that is used to raise body temperature. Saunas are generally classified into two main categories—wet and dry. A wet sauna produces steam that increases the temperature and provides a humid atmosphere. Dry…
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December 11, 2013 Children's Health
Every year, the sun bombards the earth with 29,000 times more energy than the United States uses, according to the University of Wisconsin. Extensive use of solar energy–as an alternative to fossil fuels–could significantly reduce the levels of carbon dioxide…
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December 11, 2013 Mental Health
OCD, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, is an anxiety disorder characterized by obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. The thoughts create nervousness or fear that lead to compulsions or rituals to get rid of the feelings, the American Academy of Family Physicians explains….
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December 11, 2013 What is Rhodiola Rosea?
Overview Although not popular in the United States until the 1990s, Rhodiola has been used as a folk remedy in arctic mountain cultures, from Scandanavia to Siberia, to combat fatigue, depression and inflammation. Asian cultures used it to treat colds…
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1. After the Gear Motocross racers wear helmets, gloves, goggles and an assortment of body pads to protect them from injury when, not if, they fall. They prefer to have the padding built-in the lightweight jerseys and pants they wear….
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Solar power is an important energy option. Every day, the sun hits the earth with 35,000 times more energy than humans could ever use, according to Rik DeGunther, author of “Solar Power for Your Home.” Installing solar panels at your…
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