1. Reduce Inflammation Treat the joint pain that may result from chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) by reducing inflammation. Non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen and naproxen sodium, are safe for most people to take in recommended dosages. These drugs…
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November 10, 2013 Insulin Pump Disadvantages
Type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM) is a condition in which the pancreas cannot produce insulin. As a result, the body cannot use sugar correctly; unused sugar accumulates in the blood, leading to serious complications. In the mid-1980s, the first insulin…
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Joint pain occurs when the body’s joints incur damage through injury, overuse or conditions like arthritis. It is usually associated with inflammation and may be either chronic or temporary depending on the cause. While medications like Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)…
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Exercising with hand weights for added resistance can help you achieve a total-body workout. If you are a beginner, choosing a lower-pound hand weight, such as 3 or 5 lb. for females and 8 to 10 lb. for males, and…
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November 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Including certain foods as part of your diet may help you reach your weight loss goals sooner. When consuming these foods, be sure to control portions and consider their impact on overall daily calorie intake. These foods are only part…
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1. Use Over-the-Counter Painkillers If you or your child has the chickenpox, you’ll normally be able to treat it at home, unless rare complications occur. In most cases, you can expect the itchy sores and lesions that come with the…
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November 10, 2013 The Foods to Increase Libido
Libido, a term popularized by Sigmund Freud, refers to sexual urge or desire. According to an article published by Discovery Health, vitamins and minerals linked to a healthy reproductive system, and in effect a healthy libido, can be found in…
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Diabetes is a condition that results from an inability of the body to control sugar levels. Type 1 diabetes is less common and occurs when the body does not make insulin, a hormone made in the pancreas that helps the…
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November 10, 2013 Exercises Targeted to a Smaller Waist
The abdominal muscles are involved in stabilization of your torso and supporting proper posture throughout the day. Your transverse abdominus, the muscle that wraps around your waist to act as a muscular corset, is especially important in getting a smaller…
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November 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Gaining weight during pregnancy is very normal and essential for the health of the baby. Yet when the baby is born, women don’t lose all of their pregnancy weight right away. It can take up to six months or more…
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November 10, 2013 Symptoms of Melanoma Skin Cancer
When discovered and treated early, melanoma is almost 100 percent curable. If left untreated, this cancer may spread to other parts of the body and can be deadly. The National Cancer Institute reports that there were more than 68,000 new…
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November 10, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Sweat glands, of which there are both eccrine and aprocrine glands, are located in various parts of the body such as under the arms and around the genital area. As the glands secrete sweat and toxins, bacteria in these locations…
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November 10, 2013 Pilates Exercises for Lower Abdominals
The lower abdominals are a crucial part of your core musculature, which are the muscles in the center of your body responsible for your posture and balance. A strong core supports athletic and dynamic movements, but it also protects your…
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Balance balls can modify simple exercises to provide an additional challenge. The use of the ball activates your core muscles, which are needed to keep you positioned on this unstable surface. Use a balance ball for core conditioning exercises like…
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November 10, 2013 Children's Health
Although attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is usually first diagnosed in childhood, it does also affect adults. The American Psychiatric Association estimates that about 7 percent of school-aged children suffer from ADHD; statistics for adult ADHD sufferers have not yet been…
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Overview Diabetes is a serious disease. If left untreated, it can lead to blindness, amputations, heart disease and other complications. One way to help yourself avoid complications is to test your blood glucose levels regularly. This allows you to make…
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Diabetes mellitus is a disease where the body does not produce enough insulin or cannot use insulin efficiently. Insulin breaks down sugar for energy. When the body cannot do this, glucose and fats remain in the blood and damage organs…
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Overview Colon cleansing is not for everybody. In fact, the Mayo Clinic points out that in most cases, cleansing your colon is unnecessary and can sometimes be harmful. If you decide to try colon cleansing anyway, it’s important that you…
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November 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
If you are one of the countless adults trying to lose weight, diet pills may seem a tempting option. Though some diet pills have shown potential to enhance weight loss efforts, they often pose negative side effects, such as increased…
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1. Get the Victim Away From the Poison Remove the victim from the herbicide and into fresh air. If any herbicide has gotten on the victim’s clothes, take them off and keep them separated. Wash exposed skin with a strong…
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November 10, 2013 Mental Health
1. Restore a Healthy Body Image Seek counseling or psychotherapy to address distorted body image and issues such as depression and anxiety. During treatment you’ll identify triggers and learn how to cope with them in healthier ways. During the early…
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The modern skateboard looks deceptively simple. But there is some serious engineering and machining that takes place to put a skateboard together. This all starts with the skateboard deck. Each component that makes up the parts of the deck and…
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Your lung capacity is an essential factor in oxygen flow throughout your circulatory system. Breathing exercises can strengthen your lungs and train your body to more fully utilize them. Proper breathing is important for maintaining energy and alertness, and for…
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1. Get Your Fill of Iron Anemia is a condition that occurs when you do not have enough healthy red blood cells. These cells are the ones that deliver oxygen to the body’s tissues, and without a fully equipped army…
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November 9, 2013 Aromatherapy & Grief
Overview Jennie Wright, RN, Certified Grief Counselor and member of the American Academy of Grief Counseling, explains that common emotional symptoms of grief may include anxiety, fear, helplessness, sadness, guilt, numbness and anger. In looking for ways to find relief…
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Overview Strategic combinations of weight training and supplementation can create a toned physique. Variety and quality in both movements, schedules and supplements will determine optimal results. History Weight training began to take shape in the 6th century, when sporting events…
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November 9, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Saunas have been used for thousands of years in one form or another. A fixture of Finnish homes, most spas and fitness centers now boast them. Side effects to sauna bathing, both beneficial and detrimental, exist. Enjoying the benefits of…
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November 9, 2013 Pilates Exercises for the Upper Abdominals
Pilates exercises are known for strengthening and stretching many muscles in your body during a single exercise. Because of this principal, it would be difficult to find an exercise that works only the upper abdominals or even just the abdominal…
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November 9, 2013 Mental Health
When a patient has an anxiety disorder, she has uncontrolled worry, which impacts her mental health. Anxiety Disorders Association of America states that a person can be diagnosed with one of five types of anxiety disorders. Each anxiety disorder has…
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There’s never a good time to have a runny nose, sore throat, congestion, cough, body aches, fatigue and low-grade fever–symptoms of an upper respiratory infection also known as the common cold. Rest and fluids are the recommended treatment. Expect to…
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