Overview Manual (non-motorized) treadmills can be significantly cheaper than motor-driven units, with high-end models costing hundreds of dollars instead of thousands. Manual treadmills usually fold up smaller than motorized versions (if the motorized treadmills fold at all), making them ideal…
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Competitive fast softball is a game dominated by pitching. Pitchers can throw the ball at speeds approaching 70 mph, which is about the same a 95 mph fastball in baseball. Pitchers can also throw risers, drops, curves and changes of…
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November 20, 2013 Healthy Meals for Two-Year-Olds
Prepackaged or canned meals for toddlers may be convenient, but some brands are very high in sodium, according to the Canadian Stroke Network and Advanced Foods & Materials Network in a February 2010 Marketwire article. Consuming large quantities of salt…
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November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
With the epidemic of obesity in America and the growing number of adolescents who are overweight or obese, it can be confusing for teens to know how to take control of their lifestyle and make choices that lead to lifelong…
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November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Refried beans are cooked, mashed beans, a traditional Mexican cuisine staple usually made with pinto beans, but other varieties of bean, such as black beans, may be used. Traditional refried beans are usually fried in lard or vegetable oil after…
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November 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
1. Jock Itch Itches One of the big ways you can recognize jock itch or ringworm in your genital, groin, buttocks or thigh area is itching. Ringworm is a fungus that thrives in warm, moist environments and the genitals are…
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November 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
African Americans have sensitive skin and may suffer from a wide variety of skin disorders. For some, applying skin care products or shaving can cause skin conditions to develop. Some African Americans who suffer from skin conditions need the help…
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November 20, 2013 Women's Health
Overview Much of the tissue in the human body is termed soft tissue. This tissue comprises blood vessels, connective tissue and muscle cells. Leiomyosarcoma describes a type of soft-tissue cancer that occurs within smooth muscle cells. This kind of cancer…
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1. Chubby Checkers Started the Dance Craze To do the twist, you have to have the right music or song and that would be “The Twist” by Chubby Checkers. This was “the dance” of the sixties. Be careful which version…
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November 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview The overall safety of the sunscreen you wear is an important facet of sun protection. The product’s sun protection factor is one consideration, says the American Academy of Dermatology. The active ingredients in your sunscreen, some of which are…
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November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Doctors use body mass index (BMI) as a screening tool to evaluate individuals who are underweight, overweight and obese. The goal is to determine the amount of body fat and look at health risks. It is important to realize that…
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November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects as many as 7 percent of school-age children, according to the Centers for Disease Control. While there are no studies that have linked the development of ADHD to diet, research has shown that food additives…
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November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
People with a higher amount of abdominal fat are at an increased risk of developing serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol, according to the Mayo Clinic. If you have excess weight in…
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1. Keep a Food Diary One way to keep tabs on your sodium intake is to keep a food diary of everything you eat in a week. You may not think you are eating a lot of high-sodium foods, but…
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Overview Emu oil comes from the emu bird that’s native to Australia, where the oil has been used for thousands of years by aborigines to cook with and treat skin conditions as well as joint and muscle problems. More recently,…
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November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
According to registered dietician Kim Dorval, the link between consumption of high fructose corn syrup and obesity continues to increase as consumers rely more and more on processed foods, fast foods and instant snacks. “In 1980, Americans consumed 39 pounds…
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November 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Bentonite clay is an absorbent clay used in beauty applications such as body wraps and masks. According to Global Healing Center, it is also a popular method of detoxification because of its ability to soak up toxins and excess…
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Strep throat is a bacterial infection in the throat caused by the Streptococcus bacteria. It mostly is seen in children age five to 15. The National Institutes of Health reports that antibiotic treatment usually is recommended. Without treatment, strep throat…
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1. Exercise Control Incontinence is an unpleasant side effect of pregnancy. Doing Kegel exercises will help you to control stress incontinence, or involuntarily leaking urine during pregnancy. A Kegel exercise is a pelvic floor exercise. To do Kegels, you have…
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November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Although you may have always been told to spit out your gum, chewing gum can actually be beneficial to your physical and mental well-being. Research funded by the Wrigley company, a gum manufacturer, shows several health benefits of chomping on…
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November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Following a gluten-free diet can be challenging. However, by being flexible and educating yourself about the gluten-free options available, you can enjoy a satisfying, tasty diet while still avoiding gluten. According to the American Dietetic Association, gluten is a protein…
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Resistance bands provide an alternative to working with free weights or machines. As the band stretches, it provides the resistance necessary to build muscle and improve strength. When working with resistance bands, be sure to perform each exercise slowly and…
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November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Knowing how your body burns calories is an important part to knowing how to lose weight. The amount of calories you take in and burn through activity is what regulates your weight. CNN’s article “Metabolism and Weight Loss: How You…
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Lavender essential oil is frequently used in aromatherapy for stress and tension relief. Lavender has relaxing and calming properties. The University of Maryland Medical Center points out that the name lavender originates from the Latin word lavare, which means to…
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Any effective baseball training must contain some elements of strength training, says professional athletic trainer Tony Burtt. One of the most effective methods of strength training is lifting weights. Effective weight training helps baseball players develop speed, power with the…
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November 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Cellulite is basically pockets of fat that develop under the surface of the skin. It’s due to connective fibers pulling the skin down as the fat deposits push the skin up, according to the National Institutes of Health. This results…
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1. Watch the Clock Many of the foods we eat contain the microbes responsible for food poisoning. If you give these microbes a favorable environment, they will multiply until enough are present to cause symptoms of food poisoning. You can…
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Drugs become abused because their effects often change the way a person thinks. Even though the drugs have long-term harmful effects, a drug user sees positive results in the feelings the drug produces. The drug use continues as it controls…
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In antiquity, breast-enhancing herbs were used to increase milk secretion in breastfeeding mothers. As of 2010, herbal galactagogues (substances that increase milk production) are still considered safe, effective treatments for low milk supply, according to renowned lactation expert Kelly Bonyata…
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It is widely disputed as to when the game of cricket was first played, with some scholars arguing the game existed as far back as the 1300s. However, we do know the first published rules of cricket were created in…
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