1. Soap, Water and a Little Bit of Blood Can Prevent Infection Any injury that pierces the skin carries a risk of infection. The best way to avoid infection is to clean the wound as quickly as possible after it…
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Rescue Remedy, a popular over-the-counter anxiety treatment made from highly distilled “flower essences,” generally causes no side effects beyond placebo. According to a systematic review by Edzar Ernst, Rescue Remedy contains no pharmacologically active herbal ingredients. An additional review published…
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November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Panax ginseng has been used for more than two millennia by practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine, according to the U.S. National Institutes of Health. This versatile medicinal herb has been used to treat a wide variety of common conditions and…
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November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Cracker Jack is the brand name for a snack consisting of popcorn coated with caramel and peanuts. A box of Cracker Jack also contains a prize of nominal value as a type of advertisement. F.W. Rueckheim trademarked the Cracker…
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November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Bananas, native to Southeast Asia, are a popular fruit typically grown in tropical areas. The sweet content of a banana makes it a delicious choice for desserts or snacks. Deep-frying ripe bananas in oil makes banana chips. This process…
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November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. How to Do It The macrobiotic diet consists mainly of whole grains and vegetables. Meats, if included, consist only of fish a few times a week. Beef, poultry, dairy products and other meat products are strongly discouraged. Whole grains…
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Overview Baseball is often called America’s national pastime because of its rich tradition. According to sports historians Richard Swanson and Betty Spears, it was one of the first games governed by a standardized set of rules; it was also one…
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Every year, more than 40,000 reports of salmonella poisoning are made. The signs and symptoms of salmonella poisoning include vomiting, nausea and diarrhea. It can make a person extremely ill or even cause death. Salmonella poisoning is extremely preventable as…
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Dong quai has been used for centuries as a component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), primarily as a treatment for menopause, menstrual disorders and heart disease. As of 2010, evidence of dong quai’s efficacy is extremely limited, according to the…
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It’s understandable if the first things that come to mind when you think about eucalyptus–other than koala bears–are cold medicines and decongestant rubs. Eucalyptus oil’s frequent inclusion in everything from over-the-counter cold medicines to mouthwashes make it a distinctly familiar…
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According to the Mayo Clinic, an allergy to wheat is one of the most common food allergies in children. An allergic reaction takes place when the child’s immune system does not recognize one of the proteins found in wheat. The…
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November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Tomato soup has a very low fat content because it generally contains only tomato sauce and a few seasonings. Cream of tomato soup also contains sour cream, which increases the fat content, but it still remains very nutritious. You…
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November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Go Wild for Fiber Although brown is comparatively high in fiber, wild rice still blows brown rice out of the water: wild rice has nearly twice the amount of fiber per serving than brown rice. This equates to an…
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Overview A small, pimple-like lump that appears in your child’s eyelid or eyelash is similar to a pimple, but is not actually acne. Likely, that lump is either a stye or a chalazion. Sties and chalazia–plural for chalazion–can grow under…
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1. Give Your Cutting Board a Bath Every busy kitchen has at least one cutting board. It’s important to keep the cutting boards clean and sanitized after every use to avoid illness. Scrape off any excess residue from the meat…
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There are many different ways to throw a ball, and each way requires a different pattern and degree of muscle recruitment. Perhaps the most common way to throw a ball involves using the overhand throwing motion performed by baseball pitchers….
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Femara (letrozole) is a chemotherapeutic drug used to prevent the growth of cancer cells in postmenopausal patients with breast cancer. This medication inhibits the function of a particular enzyme called aromatase, which is known to play a role in breast…
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According to Dr. Andrew Weil in an interview posted on his website, meditation has been proven to have a positive effect on overall health because of its ability to combat stress. By training the mind to observe silence and focus…
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Overview A healthy diet and regular exercise are vital for teens to reduce obesity, which can cause life-threatening conditions. A balanced diet also gives teens the nutrients they need to develop into healthy adults. Exercise is important to prevent obesity….
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November 25, 2013 Diet & Nutrition
1. Avoid 3 Square Meals a Day When you have acid reflux, you should avoid relying on 3 square meals a day for your caloric intake. Ideally, you want to eat as many as 5 or 6 smaller meals each…
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November 25, 2013 Children's Health
Overview Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition characterized by distractibility, impulsivity and hyperactivity, according to the Attention Deficit Disorder Association. Since there is no cure for ADHD, many people turn to treatments or lifestyle changes that claim to…
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November 25, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Chemical depilatories are one of an array of temporary hair removal methods on the market. They typically come in cream or liquid form, though shaving powders are also available. They dissolve the hair by reacting with its protein structure,…
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When you can’t sleep, you can’t do much else either. Lack of sleep affects your brain function, mood, health and well-being in profound ways. Sleep studies and prescription remedies may be helpful for more severe sleep problems, but many common…
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November 25, 2013 Mental Health
Overview The foods that are best for your body and commonly known as “health foods” tend to be fresh, whole and full of vitamins and minerals. Processed foods, on the other hand, often have nutrients added artificially and are almost…
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Cranberries–one of only three fruit species native to North America–are borne on small evergreen shrubs that grow in the acid bogs in cooler regions of the continent. Initially white in color, cranberries ripen to dark red and are well known…
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1. Know the Facts About Jogger’s Nipple Jogger’s nipple is fairly common in male athletes. The technical name for jogger’s nipple is fissures of the nipple or dermatitis of the nipple. It’s more common in male athletes than female since…
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According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Disease, eczema is a form of dermatitis that results from heredity, an allergic reaction, impurities or a combination of environmental factors. Triggers are commonly attributed to household cleansers, perfumed…
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Overview High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a condition in which the pressure in the arteries is too high. In addition to putting additional strain on the heart and cardiovascular system, hypertension can promote the development of atherosclerosis….
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Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common disorder that may impact a child’s or adult’s behavior, schoolwork, emotions and overall cognitive development. Although the exact cause has not yet been discovered, genetics may play a large role. However, non-genetic factors–called…
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November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Crunchy, refreshing celery is eaten in salads, in cooked dishes and as a snack. Celery ranges from pale to bright green in color, although some specialty varieties of white celery are available. The stalk is the part of celery…
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