Dumbbells have a number of advantages over barbells. Dumbbells create more equal development between the right and left side because it’s impossible for the strong arm to assist the weak arm. Dumbbells better develop the stabilizer muscles, giving you practical…
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Kava, also called “kava kava,” or Piper methysticum, has been used for medicinal purposes and in ceremonies in the Pacific Islands for centuries. Kava is used for its relaxation-inducing and sedative-like properties to treat anxiety, insomnia and nervous disorders. Kava…
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When referring your lower abs, you are talking about the lower rectus abdominis. This is the long sheath of muscle that starts by the chest and ends by your pelvis. Even though any ab exercise will recruit the entire rectus…
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Anxiety can produce a wide range of both physical and psychological symptoms, including feelings of tension, nervousness, worry, irritability, hopelessness and frustration. Anxiety can also cause insomnia and an inability to cope with daily life. Most people experience some level…
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Chemicals, such as strong acids or alkalies, burn the skin or eyes on contact. According to the National Institutes of Health, symptoms vary depending on the type of chemical and duration of exposure. Symptoms of a chemical burn include breathing…
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Sleep talking or somniloquy is a common problem that affects both children and adults. It can occur every night or just once in a while. It can occur at any point during the sleep cycle and may or may not…
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May 8, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Alcohol and drug abuse occurs when a person uses mind-altering substances in a reckless or irresponsible manner. Many factors may play a role in substance abuse, such as genetic influences, childhood trauma and underlying mental disorders. Spreading information about…
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During colon cleaning, proponents state that you are able to remove harmful toxins from the body. With the use of certain herbal supplements, your bowels are stimulated and large amounts of fecal matter are removed. According to the Mayo Clinic,…
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After you have had hip replacement surgery, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons suggests 20 to 30 minutes of daily rehabilitative exercises, or two to three sessions per day. Recovery may take months, and AAOS recommends rehabilitation in three phases:…
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Heartburn refers to a burning sensation that develops in your chest and mid-abdomen. Mild, occasional heartburn is common and often remedied through changes in a person’s lifestyle or over-the counter (OTC) medications. Frequent heartburn may indicate a more serious condition,…
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Over-the-counter estrogen creams typically contain bio-identical, or plant-based estrogen called phytoestrogen. As with prescription creams, they are supposed to relieve common symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness and mood swings. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists…
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Grief is defined as deep mental anguish caused by the loss of a loved one. It cannot be healed in a moment; recovery from grief proceeds through five distinct stages. You can speed the process of recovery from grief by…
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The aloe vera plant is widely known for its effectiveness at soothing minor burns. Although topical treatment with aloe vera is the most common use, juices from the plant’s leaves can be distilled into a liquid substances known as “latex.”…
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Ginger’s use as a flavoring agent dates back at least 4,400 years, and its use to help digestive functions dates back about 2,000 years, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center, or UMMC. For more than 500 years, ginger…
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May 8, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Largemouth bass can be caught from top to bottom in a body of water. Leaving behind surface lures, there are several ways to approach fishing in the underwater world that bass inhabit. Water depth, contour changes, plant life and the…
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In 2006, about 7.5 million people visited the doctor’s office with shoulder pain. Most of this pain is due to repetitive, chronic and overhead activities such as weight lifting. The shoulder is one of the most complex joints in the…
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May 8, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Alcoholism is a disease of denial. Treatment is sometimes delayed for years as the alcohol abuser refuses to accept the reality of their affliction. Often, the alcohol-dependent person must suffer great losses and reach their life’s lowest point before they…
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Heart attacks can come on very suddenly, with intense chest pain and breathing trouble that leave no doubt that something’s wrong. However, the American Heart Association says most heart attacks start slowly, often with mild, vague symptoms that are similar…
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Your shoulders, or deltoids, consist of three muscle groups that are referred to as your anterior, medial and posterior delts. Each orientation is responsible for specific movement, therefore it is important to equally strengthen all three areas when you exercise…
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Just because you’re busy doesn’t mean you have to settle for hair with no style. Whether you need a professional-looking style for work or a more glamorous do for an evening out, it’s possible to achieve a flattering style without…
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The face is built upon the skull that consists of the cranial and facial bones. On top of these bones are layers of facial muscles, which work to produce the variety of facial expressions. For muscles to move, specialized cells…
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May 8, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Ciprofloxacin 500 mg is an antibiotic classified as a fluoroquinolone. Physicians prescribe ciprofloxacin 500 mg tablets for many kinds of bacterial infections. They also may prescribe it in the treatment of anthrax exposure. The Mayo Clinic reports, however, that the…
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May 8, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Aspiration pneumonia is a specific variant of pneumonia caused by inhalation of a noxious substance. Accidental inhalation of stomach contents is a frequent cause of aspiration pneumonia. Impaired consciousness is a major risk factor for aspiration pneumonia. Head injury, seizure,…
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Cacti and sempervivum aren’t the only plants that conserve water. A wide variety of bedding flowers, ground covers, grasses and vines are available to help you design an attractive and colorful garden without the need to water every day. Many…
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May 8, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Colon polyps left untreated can become a host to the development of colorectal cancer, which, according to the American College of Gastroenterology, is the second most common cancer–asymptomatic in most cases, and deadly. However, many individuals do not have, or…
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Solar-energy projects put the sun’s rays to work in two ways: to provide heat–such as for buildings–and to produce electricity. While solar is responsible for only a tiny fraction of the electricity used in the United States and around the…
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Overview Nearly every major religion warns of the dangers of jealousy and envy, and psychologists agree that these emotions can be destructive. To understand them, one must recognize the difference between these two emotions. Though the terms are often used…
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May 8, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The prostate is a small gland that sits under a male’s bladder and supplies important substances to aid in reproduction. Cancer of the prostate is common, affecting 1 in 6 men, according to the Prostate Cancer Foundation. Many treatment options…
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Crestor or rosuvastatin is a medication in a class of drugs known as statins. Physicians prescribe Crestor to help treat high cholesterol along with diet and exercise. According to Drugs.com, Crestor works by reducing levels of “bad” cholesterol also called…
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Mental abuse, often referred to as emotional abuse, is defined as a set of behaviors designed to dominate another person by means of intimidation, guilt, fear, manipulation or any other form of coercion. If you are the victim of emotional…
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