Overview A successful weight loss plan requires making changes to your eating habits and activity levels that you can maintain for the rest of your life, according to the Weight-control Information Network. In order to make lasting changes in your…
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The sun emits ultraviolet A (UVA), ultraviolet B (UVB) and ultraviolet C (UVC) rays. However, UVC rays do not have any effect on the skin because they are completely absorbed by atmospheric ozone and, hence, do not reach the skin….
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Sensory integration disorders impact how an individual interprets sensory stimuli, such as touch, movement, sounds and sights. These individuals are often clumsy and struggle to remain alert enough to learn, yet calm enough to avoid meltdowns. Providing the sensory stimulation…
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November 28, 2013 Fencing Training Tips
Fencing is a sport played by two people, each dressed in protective gear and holding swords. There are many different types of fencing, including foil, epee and sabre. Foil is the most popular type of fencing, although all three types…
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1. Ties to Athens Marathon races are long-distance races that are typically 26.2 miles long. The marathon has been around since ancient Grecian times and continues to be a favorite Olympic sport. Marathon races are popular amongst runners worldwide. Both…
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November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Zinc as a Growth Mineral Zinc is mineral that is found in almost every cell in our bodies. It is responsible for stimulating about 100 enzymes and is responsible for many biochemical reactions that take place in our bodies….
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November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Everybody experiences stress. You might feel stressed and anxious when finding out that your company is laying off people, when your daughter has a meltdown in a clothing store over a hot pink tutu or when your mother-in-law tells you…
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Sinus pain is a common symptom of sinus infection, seasonal allergies or the common cold. Sinus pain can cause headaches, earaches and toothaches, according to the Mayo Clinic. Sinus pain is not normal. The most typical causes for sinus pain…
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November 28, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Autoimmune diseases are a diverse group of illnesses caused by misdirected immune system activity. Normally, the immune system’s sophisticated seek-and-destroy activities target only invading organisms. With autoimmune diseases, the immune system mistakenly attacks various tissues within the body causing damage,…
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November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
To lose weight without using pills or supplements, it is imperative to make workouts challenging, effective, focused and consistent. Specific workouts will promote weight loss whether or not you take pills. Pills may give an added boost to a workout,…
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NO-Xplode is a pre-workout energy booster drink mix that is often used by bodybuilders, athletes and anyone looking to increase energy, improve muscular performance and build muscle mass. According to BSN’s product label, the ingredients in NO-Xplode also increase focus,…
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November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Green tea extract is a popular herbal supplement found in most grocery stores, pharmacies, and natural health or vitamin stores around the globe. Green tea extract contains antioxidant properties that offer a variety of benefits to health and wellness, prompted…
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The Ab Lounge is designed to allow you to tighten and tone your midsection at home. It’s easy to assemble and stores away for storage. Start by performing a few repetitions of each exercise and as your core becomes stronger…
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1. The Simplicity of Karate Weapons Karate weapons have an interesting history, as does the martial art itself. Okinawa banned the Chinese and Japanese from possessing any weapons during a long period of oppression. However, humans are tool-makers and the…
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November 28, 2013 Children's Health
1. C’mon, Everybody’s Doing it Teens can pressure each other into a variety of things–doing drugs, having sex, drinking, driving dangerously and shoplifting, just to name a few. The negative peer pressure may be as blatant as coaxing or it…
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For your baby’s first month, all he seemed to do was eat, sleep, and dirty diapers. By the time babies reach two months old, however, they start to spend more time awake, are more alert, and start to develop a…
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1. The Movement of Karate Empty Handed Forms Karate means “empty hand” in a general sense of the translation of the word. A karate form, also known as kata, is essentially a series of moves comprised of basic karate techniques…
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November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview According to the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, there are 34 million obese adults in the United States as of 2010. Losing weight is a topic of primary concern for most people, and exercise is a fundamental…
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Cholesterol and heart disease can lead to a shorter lifespan. As an alternative to prescription cholesterol remedies, some herbal treatments have shown promise in lowering cholesterol. Before starting an herbal approach to your health care, contact a doctor or other…
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November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Horsetail is a nonflowering perennial weed descended from much larger, tree-like plants that flourished during the Paleozoic era, says the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC). Its use in herbal medicine is traced back to ancient Greece and Rome. Horsetail,…
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To get a flat stomach, you must have low body fat and perform exercises to develop the rectus abdominis. The rectus abdominis is the wall of front abdominal muscle that creates the six pack. The rectus abdominis can flatten the…
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1. Stand Up and Fight The boxing stance is the cornerstone for throwing punches. Place your feet shoulder-width apart with your weight equally balanced on both legs. Right-handed boxers stand squarely with their left foot in front. Left-handed boxers lead…
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November 28, 2013 Mental Health
According to the American Psychiatric Association, bipolar disorders affect approximately 1.6 percent of the population. Currently, bipolar disorders include bipolar I and bipolar II. Previously, these were not differentiated and this disorder was known as manic depression. Typically, mood stabilizing…
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November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The pineapple plant is native to South America, particularly Brazil and Paraguay, but commercial growers currently cultivate the fruit in many tropical areas of the world. Pineapples are high in sugar and citric acid, even for citrus fruits. Canned…
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November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Saffron is a rich spice grown primarily in European and Asian countries. It’s often used as a spice in chicken, fish or rice dishes. Its yellow and orange color can be used as a dye for cloth. However, the benefits…
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November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Energy bars line shelves in most grocery stores, convenient stores and gas stations. People might opt for the bars as meal substitutes, healthy snack alternatives or to provide energy before exercise, but energy bars vary in nutritional value and…
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The liver is the largest internal organ of the human body, responsible for many important biological tasks. The liver detoxifies the body by removing unwanted poisons and toxins, and processes macro-nutrients and vitamins needed for well-being. The use of herbs…
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Crunches are popular ab exercises that are commonly done in homes, gyms, and rehab centers and on sports fields on a daily basis. Although these exercises are effective, there’s more to ab training than lying on your back and lifting…
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1. Anyone Can Ski Disabled athletes take on all kinds of sports, indoors and out. The ski slopes are a great place for an athlete with limited mobility to take advantage of the many programs and ski equipment available. Most…
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November 28, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Panic disorder manifests as repeated panic attacks when the person does not expect to be anxious at all. During the attack, a person fears a catastrophe, like a heart attack or loss of control, according to the National Institute of…
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