Overview NordicTrack produces a line of treadmill machines designed for use in the home. Different models vary in their feature sets, but the general functionality of the devices remains consistent from one to the next. Before you can use your…
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May 9, 2015 Sports & Recreation
The nice aspect about fishing for bass in early summer is the variety of techniques that will work. Early summer bass are still in shallow water following their spawn, and you can catch them on a variety of topwater lures,…
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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that all adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity each week. Moderate intensity is defined as any activity that gets the heart pumping and makes you break…
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Closed-angle glaucoma, more commonly referred to as angle-closure glaucoma, involves a blockage in the eye, preventing drainage. The Merck Manuals explains that angle-closure glaucoma may be primary, meaning the cause is unknown, or secondary to another condition, such as diabetes….
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The secret to getting a huge back is targeting each area with specific weight training exercises. Although the back is often referred to as one muscle group, there are actually several subsections that need to be targeted. The trapezius is…
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Overview Selenium is a mineral that your body needs to function properly. It is found in many common foods and is also available in supplement form. Although a selenium deficiency is rare in the United States, people who have one…
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Medication is not always needed to treat hypertension. In fact, exercise is one of the most effective things you can do to lower both diastolic and systolic blood pressure readings. Regular physical activity not only lowers blood pressure, but it…
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Alternative and complementary medicines have long suggested the use of herbs to detoxify, support and heal the liver. Since your liver clears toxic residues of your diet and medications from your body, it often requires extra care and attention. Herbs…
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The fear of public speaking, also known as glossophobia, is a fairly common condition. Time magazine reports that a fear of public speaking is merely a stress reaction to your fight-or-flight instinct. Fear of judgment from your peers results in…
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As solar power energy systems improve and are brought to the mass market, more and more solar home ideas are coming to fruition, offering consumers a wide selection of options. Solar power no longer is just about the massive solar…
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May 9, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Cardiovascular disease is a grouping of disorders that affect the health of the heart and blood vessels. According to the American Heart Association, some of the more common include high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, heart failure and stroke. But…
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Hypertension, or high blood pressure, occurs when there is an abnormal amount of resistance to the blood flowing through the body’s arteries. Although it is treatable, hypertension rarely causes obvious symptoms until it progresses to an advanced stage; therefore, many…
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May 9, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that 20,000 children under the age of five are hospitalized for influenza each year–a figure that does not include visits to the emergency room, urgent care centers or physicians’ offices. Children…
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May 9, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Radiation is naturally present in our environment. It’s present in our drinking water and in some of our foods, although at very low levels, according to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Most of us are also exposed to radiation at…
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Essential oils typically gain notice for a positive health benefit. A few, including lemon oil, offer a dual benefit as a non-toxic household helper. Multiple sources, including research performed at Michigan State University, show the acid level of lemons at…
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According to Medline Plus, blood pressure measures the force applied to the arteries as the heart pumps blood throughout the body. Blood pressure readings are important as high blood pressure (hypertension) can increase the risk of diseases of the heart,…
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The double-layer membrane surrounding the lungs is called the pleura, and also covers the inner chest wall. It keeps the chest cavity airtight, however, if air enters the space between the two layers of the pleura, a collapsed lung or…
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Overview A nursing home is a long-term care facility for people who do not require hospitalization, but are unable to care for themselves or have someone available to provide care for them at home, according to the National Institutes of…
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A bodyboard is a small rectangular board with tapered edges that is used to ride waves, usually in a prone position. A bodyboard can cost $20 to $400. Bodyboards that cost less than $75 usually have an EPS foam core…
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May 9, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The median age of onset of major depression is 32 years, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, but depression can occur at any age. Depression that begins in adolescence lasts, on average, for seven to nine months, according…
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The medical term for fluid in the knee is called effusion. It describes the presence of, usually, an abnormally large amount of fluid within a joint, typically, but not limited to, the knee. Joints in the body are nourished to…
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Blood pressure refers to the force exerted by blood circulating into the blood vessels. Low blood pressure, also called hypotension, is when the flow of blood is lower than normal and may prevent the proper amount of oxygen and nutrients…
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May 9, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview People with restless legs syndrome find their legs becoming very uncomfortable when they lie or sit down. The discomfort is so intense, people often will need to get up and walk around to relieve the feeling. This condition can…
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A few decades ago, being a vegetarian meant living on fruits and vegetables or preparing most of your own food. Today, there are many convenient options available, largely because the vegetarian population is significant–up to three percent of the population…
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The oil of the plant Eucalyptus globulus is distilled from fresh leaves and branch tops. Although sound evidence for its effectiveness is lacking, according to the U.S. National Institutes of Health, many commercial products include this oil for its claimed…
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Plantain is scientifically known as Plantago major and is a perennial herb that often grows on lawns and roadsides. According to Steven Foster and James Duke in their book “A Field Guide to Medicinal Plants and Herbs,” Europeans use plantain…
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Overview Finding a diet that complements your workout plan and produces results can be challenging. We are bombarded with a multitude of diets, programs and opinions from those who swear this plan worked for them, so how do you know…
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Standard vehicles use a traditional internal combustion engine to create a gas-powered combustive force. In contrast, hybrid cars combine a traditional combustion engine that runs off of gasoline with an electric, battery-powered motor. This duel energy core offers numerous advantages…
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May 9, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Sociopathy, also known as psychopathy, is a personality disorder in which an individual lacks empathy and caring for people or societal norms. It is diagnosed as anti-social personality disorder or ASP, by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American…
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May 9, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Some people have bad days, feeling as if they are depressed. Some people have bad days all the time, and actually suffer from depression. The difference between the two is the length and severity of the symptoms. And just as…
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