Chipping involves hitting the golf ball from a spot close to the green, and requires technique and touch in order to get the ball as close to the hole as possible. Stance Chipping is combination shot between a full swing…
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November 12, 2013 Senior Health
Overview Parkinson’s disease is a chronic condition that attacks the brain cells responsible for movement and coordination. Symptoms become progressively worse over an extended period of time. According to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, there is no cure as of April…
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Overview The Sal flip is an old-school trick, invented in the 1990s by skateboard hero Sal Barbier. The trick is basically a finger flip with a 180 rotation on the vertical axis and 360 rotation on the long axis of…
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Learning how to grip your golf club the correct way won’t guarantee you will become a good golfer. However, gripping it the wrong way will make it almost impossible to develop a consistent golf swing. The No. 1 goal when…
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November 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Everyone has stressors in life, and the way you deal with them can make a huge difference in your quality of life and how good you feel on a daily basis. Regular exercise is one of the most effective stress…
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November 12, 2013 Crestor Medication Side Effects
Crestor (rosuvastatin calcium) is a prescription medication indicated to help decrease cholesterol levels in patients with high cholesterol levels that cannot be controlled by diet or exercise alterations. This medication is part of a class of drugs called statins, and…
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Overview Building muscle mass in the weight room requires both a proven strength-training program and an increased amount of daily protein intake. Bodybuilders train by working each muscle once or twice per week, so it’s essential that each muscle gets…
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November 12, 2013 Bone Disorders & Diseases
Bone is living, growing tissue made of collagen and calcium that fuse together to make bone flexible and strong. Bones enable movement, provide support, and protect your vital organs. A number of diseases and conditions can debilitate your bones and…
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November 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Working out is only part of the equation for building your muscles. To repair, grow and make your muscles bigger, good nutrition is vital. You will find it difficult to build muscle unless your diet is right–regardless of how…
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November 12, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
If you or a loved one has been infected by the human immunodeficiency virus–HIV for short–you may be concerned about how this virus is transmitted to other people. The bodily fluids that contain HIV include blood, semen, vaginal fluid and…
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November 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Burning fat requires using more calories than you consume during the day, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Many men neglect to include fat-burning exercise in their regular routines and end up with health problems related to obesity, such as diabetes,…
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November 12, 2013 Senior Health
Age-related macular degeneration, also known as AMD, is an eye disease that affects your central vision, which you use to see objects in front of you. Persons with AMD can still see peripherally–for instance they may still see the hair,…
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1. Enlist the Help of an ADD Coach Adults with ADD who struggle with time management, organizational skills and focusing on a task often find that it’s difficult to admit they need help. Their quality of life improves greatly, however,…
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Dextromethorphan (DXM or DX) belongs to the drug class called antitussives, cough suppressants, and is most commonly used to temporarily relieve coughing caused by a common cold or other conditions. Although helpful in relieving cough, it cannot treat the underlying…
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November 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Nearly 75 percent of the body’s caloric needs are required just to live, including breathing, blood flow and other body functions, according to doctors at the Mayo Clinic. The other 25 percent is used up by physical activity. The number…
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November 12, 2013 Senior Waist Exercises
Staying physically active and exercising regularly can help seniors prevent various diseases often associated with aging, report doctors at the National Institutes of Health. With age, excess weight often gathers around the waistline, which can put additional stress on the…
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Achieving perfect posture is just one of the reasons to do ab exercises on an exercise ball. Poor posture such as slouching can make you tired, lead to injuries or cause joint pain, according to the book “Exercise Ball” by…
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November 12, 2013 Head Lice Treatment with Olive Oil
Overview The common cold is the only communicable condition more common among school kids than head lice, the Mayo Clinic states. Contrary to popular belief, lice infestations are not limited to children with bad personal hygiene habits or those who…
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November 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Hypertension, high cholesterol and obesity, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC), pose the highest risks to developing atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), which may lead to heart disease and stroke. Hypertension requires medical care and advice regarding…
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1. Treat CFS Headaches With Medication Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or acetaminophen can treat headaches, fever and overall pain caused by chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). NSAIDs can sometimes upset your stomach, so use them with caution. If you are taking…
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November 12, 2013 Comparison of Chemical Peels
Overview Chemical peels are used to treat a variety of skin problems, including sun spots, wrinkles, acne, skin discoloration, dull skin texture and uneven skin tones, to name a few. During this procedure, a chemical solution is applied to your…
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November 11, 2013 Mental Health
1. Gather Information The best way to battle bulimia is by learning as much about the disorder as possible. Learn who it affects and make sure you’re not at risk for it. If you happen to be bulimic, gathering information…
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Bone cancer is a rare form of cancer that is diagnosed in approximately 2,000 patients each year in the United States, explain doctors at The University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore. This form of cancer develops when abnormal, unregulated…
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1. Spot and Report Sick Birds You should be alarmed if you run a poultry farm and have large quantities of birds getting sick and dying. This is the sign that an avian influenza may be circulating among your animal…
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Fibromyalgia, also known as fibromyalgia syndrome, is an illness which is characterized by chronic, widespread pain, generalized fatigue and sleep disorders. The cause of fibromyalgia is still uncertain. However, most researchers agree that its onset is triggered by some form…
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Abdominal muscles provide trunk stability, support the back muscles and protect the organs. Training the abdominals not only results in a toned sexy core, but also strengthens the muscles that control rotational movements such as twisting and bending. According to…
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November 11, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Supplementing a consistent weight training routine with certain foods can encourage greater muscle development. Gaining muscle requires a slight increase in your calories, but choosing the right foods to make up this increase is paramount. Protein, in particular, provides the…
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The importance of good leg development cannot be overstressed. Some people think they can work only their upper body and just never wear shorts, but they’re wrong. In Robert Kennedy’s “Encyclopedia of Bodybuilding,” MuscleMag International contributor John Comereski explains that…
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November 11, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Abdominal cramping occurs frequently in pregnancy. Some abdominal cramping carries no risk to the pregnancy, while other types of cramping could be a sign of a problem with the pregnancy that could threaten you or the baby. Abdominal cramping…
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Congestion occurs when the lungs, nasal passages or sinuses become inflamed and blocked by mucus. There are many possible causes for congestion, some of which include cold and flu, allergies, bronchitis and sinus infection. While many medications exist for treating…
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