December 6, 2013 About the AIDS Virus
Overview HIV, which stands for human immunodeficiency virus, is the cause of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. The virus is transmitted through contaminated bodily fluids and it attacks the immune system. As the immune system gets weaker, patients develop AIDS, which is…
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December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
For some individuals seeking for an alternative method for losing weight effectively without the use of prescription medication or gastrointestinal surgery, acai berry-based products such as Acai Slim offer an option. Widely available in most supermarkets and local drug stores,…
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune cells attack myelin, or the protective covering around nerves in the body. Myelin protects electrical signals that go through the nerves. When myelin is damaged, nerve signals can…
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The heart rate is affected by many factors, so much so that people often don’t realize how much the heart rate fluctuates during the day. The simple act of rising from a chair causes a change in heart rate. Emotions,…
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December 6, 2013 Children's Health
Advil is one of many brands of ibuprofen, a non-prescription medication sold in the United States. This non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug has many uses, including the relief of pain, stiffness and swelling associated with arthritis in its various forms, including rheumatoid…
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“Dementia” serves as an umbrella term for several different types of progressive cognitive and functional impairment found in older adults, including Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia and Parkinson’s dementia. Clinicians determine a definitive diagnosis by conducting a neuropsychological and full medical…
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December 6, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
If you are suffering from insomnia, a chronic inability to fall sleep or remain asleep, you are not alone. The National Institutes of Health estimates that 60 million Americans struggle with insomnia each year. Fortunately, scientists have studied sleep extensively,…
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1. On Your Feet The infraspinatus muscle, located below the shoulder blade, is one of the most common problems in rotator cuff injuries. Whether you are stretching, or attempting to recover or prevent rotator cuff problems, it is important to…
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Fishing for bass in the summer can be tricky. Many of the rules that apply to bass fishing in spring or fall simply do not apply. If you are used to looking for bass in shallow water once the sun…
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Overview Soccer players require high levels of fitness to be effective in the sport because matches focus on a wide range of different movements and muscle functions. Training allows you to access and develop strong performance levels that may help…
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Overview While most of us think of patchouli oil as a fragrance and nothing more, like many other essential oils, patchouli has valuable aromatherapy benefits. Patchouli oil is derived from a variety of mint, Pogostemon cablin, that grows in tropical…
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Breast enhancement has become one of the most common reasons for women to seek cosmetic surgery, according to the Mayo Clinic. Women may consider breast enhancement in an effort to improve their self-image, particularly if they naturally have breasts of…
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December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
BMI or Body Mass Index is a measurement of body composition determined by assessing a person’s height and weight and then completing a simple calculation to find where the person falls on a predetermined scale. The BMI scale charts a…
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Overview Skiing is a popular winter sport that many people head to the slopes to take part in every year. Skiing can be enjoyed by people of all sporting abilities but the use of some key items of specialized equipment…
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1. Define Your Muscle Strain Abdominal muscle strains fall into three categories, ranging from a grade one injury to a grade three. In a grade one abdominal strain, you may not even know you have an injury until after you…
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Headaches are a common cause of disability in both men and women, according to the online medical library Merck Manuals. Though their effects can be debilitating, headaches are only very rarely due to a serious disorder. Headaches that are not…
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Overview Building stamina as a runner takes a bit of planning and patience. With consistent efforts, at least three times a week for at least 30 minutes, anyone can improve their endurance and ultimately their cardiovascular health. Follow a few…
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Overview Three sections make up the anatomy of the spine. These sections include the cervical, thoracic and lumbar regions. Each section has individual bones called vertebrae. The spine naturally curves toward the body at the shoulders and away from the…
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December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Tea tree oil traditionally has been used to prevent and treat skin infections because of its anti-septic properties. It is acquired by steam distillation of the leaves of the melaleuca alternifolia, according to the Mayo Clinic. Some research also…
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1. Sweaty Hands Can Make You Slip To achieve a better grip, many climbers use climbing chalk, which absorbs the sweat on their fingertips. When your fingers are sweaty, you can’t firmly grasp the rock without slipping. When you find…
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It is estimated that about 40 to 50 million Americans suffer from allergies, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. People with seasonal allergies commonly are allergic to pollen, certain types of grasses or weeds. An allergic reaction occurs…
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Overview A stroke is defined as an interruption of the blood supply to the brain, according to the National Institutes of Health Medline Plus site. Some strokes are brief and only cause a temporary problem, while others may permanently damage…
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Downhill mountain-bike racing requires skill, commitment and the right equipment. Evolving from time trials on cross-country bikes over modest courses to its own adrenaline-packed competition, downhill racing also has advanced in bike materials, suspension technologies and design innovations. There are…
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Overview You only have to compare the pulse in your neck or wrist during rest and after exercise to figure out that your heart rate increases dramatically while you exercise. This is necessary because your muscles require more blood flow…
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Overview Downhill mountain biking is not just an action-packed competitive sport with special equipment, but also provides a useful set of skills that all mountain bikers should have to add more adventure, excitement as well as safety to their ride….
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Overview Flattening the stomach area for a man can be very difficult due to male-pattern fat storage, which can cause fat to accumulate in the middle. Moreover, the metabolic rate declines with age, exasperating the problem. Men can take control…
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1. Where and When If you are going to take a week long backpacking trip, you first need to figure out where you’re going and when to leave. Each will factor into what supplies you need to pack. For instance,…
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December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
When discussing men’s health, the subjects of heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, prostate cancer and obesity are often at the forefront. Although the importance of a well-balanced diet and disciplined exercise routine should not be understated, supplements also…
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1. Taping Basics in Basketball Understand first off, there is no conclusive evidence that taping a knee reduces the risk of initial or further injury but it is an excellent method to reduce pain and enable the player to exercise….
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1. Meditation to Clear the Mind Some use integral yoga meditation for a religious experience. Others use the meditation to raise consciousness. Many beginners of the practice of integral yoga simply want to clear the mind so that relaxation takes…
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