Overview The plank abs exercise is a move that tightens, tones and strengthens your inner core muscles in addition to your abdominal muscles. CNN recommends it as an excellent all-around core strengthening exercise that works multiple muscle groups at the…
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1. Antibiotic Therapy Ureteric reflux happens in children when a deficiency or weakness in the muscle that connects the bladder and ureter allows urine to wash back up from the bladder into the kidney. If your child has this condition,…
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Overview The term “family conflict” encompasses any disagreement or misunderstanding between members of a family, including grandparents. All families experience some type of conflict at times. How individual members resolve the conflict or resort to old roles and stereotypes determines…
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November 9, 2013 How to Get Rid of Baggy Eyes in the Morning
Overview If you consistently wake up with puffiness beneath the eyes, you can make the swollen bags disappear before you walk out the door. Puffy eyes may be caused by a lack of sleep, allergies and consuming too much salt,…
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Running-specific exercises help you strengthen weak or under-recruited muscles, prevent you from suffering the usual assortment of injuries that plague runners and improve your running mechanics by restoring your ankle flexibility and retraining your gait. Running-specific exercises — including the…
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Over time, different cultures developed individual fighting styles based on their history. From the empty-hand strikes and farming utensil weapons of karate to the grappling style of jiu-jitsu, the character of a martial art tells a lot about the history…
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November 9, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
In the United States, 66 percent of adults are overweight or obese, states MedlinePlus. If you are overweight or obese, losing weight is necessary to improve health. Losing weight for good is a process that takes time. In order to…
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1. Avoid Heartburn Triggers Your best strategy for avoiding heartburn is to avoid foods that commonly trigger the condition. These foods may vary among individuals, but there are some that are generally problematic. This list includes tomatoes and tomato products,…
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The chest is a large muscle group often referred to as the pecs. This nickname is derived from the anatomical words pectoralis major and minor. When you work your chest muscles, you should segregate each section with specific exercises. The…
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November 9, 2013 Children's Health
1. Stimulant Medications Are Usually the First Choice Because studies show that your child has an 80 percent chance of responding to one of the many stimulant medications available for ADHD, your pediatrician or doctor is likely to suggest this…
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Interstitial cystitis is the medical name for an inflammation of the bladder wall. It is sometimes referred to as painful bladder syndrome. “Medical-Surgical Nursing” indicates that interstitial cystitis strikes women 12 times more often than men. Symptoms include pain and…
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November 9, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Wrinkles are creases or folds in your skin. They can be caused by excessive sun exposure, aging and smoking. According to the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, injectable fillers are substances that are injected into the skin through small needles…
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If you play sports such as tennis, baseball, basketball or others that require a lot of upper body movement, you are at a higher risk of developing a back muscle injury. Your back can also be injured if you work…
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Although intestinal gas is a normal part of life, many people find it embarrassing or disgusting. The American College of Gastroenterology reports that it is normal to pass gas ten or more times each day. For some, flatulence becomes excessive…
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Medicine balls are functional training tools that are often used to improve sport performance and core strength. They range in size from 1 to 30 lbs., and they are constructed from hard rubber, vinyl or leather. Medicine balls can be…
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November 9, 2013 Golf Shoulder Stretch Exercises
The shoulder muscles are used in a golf swing to provide strength and speed to the upper body, according to The Stretching Institute. Enhanced range of motion can help to improve your consistency and accuracy, while lack of mobility has…
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Antibiotics are medications used for the treatment of bacterial infections such as bronchitis, ear infections, strep throat, pneumonia, gastrointestinal infections and skin infections. They are derived wholly or partially from bacteria or molds and are used to treat bacterial infections,…
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November 9, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview A chemical peel is a procedure during which a chemical such as trichloroacetic acid, alphahydroxy acid or phenol is applied to your skin. The chemical is left on your skin for a specific period of time and then removed….
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One of the liver’s functions is to break down drugs into substances the body can eliminate. Byproducts of this process may be toxic to hepatic (liver) cells. In this way, many medications burden the liver; effects are more severe if…
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Aerobic respiration is the process of the body’s breaking down glucose, or sugar, to produce energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). ATP provides the energy that allows the cells of the body to do the work necessary for…
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Overview Alzheimer’s is a progressive brain disorder and the most common form of dementia. The disease affects a person’s memory, judgment and decision-making abilities. Discovered nearly 100 years ago in Germany, the condition affects one in eight people over the…
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November 9, 2013 Medications That Cause Neuropathy
A patient with neuropathy has damage to one nerve or multiple nerves, resulting in a loss of sensation and problems moving. Certain medication can cause this damage, specifically to the peripheral nerves, which are the nerves outside the spinal cord…
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Overview A boil, or furuncle, is a painful, pus-filled bump that develops beneath your skin when one or more of your hair follicles becomes infected, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). These bumps grow until they ultimately rupture…
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November 9, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Since the beginnings of recorded time, and likely before that, people have searched for the key to staying young. Cleopatra soaked in milk to keep her skin fresh-looking, while Ponce de Leon searched for the proverbial “fountain of youth.”…
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Pushups are body weight exercises that place a primary emphasis on your pectoral muscles and a secondary emphasis on your triceps and shoulders. When you want to add some spice to a chest workout, you can perform multiple pushup variations….
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November 9, 2013 Fibromyalgia Resources
Fibromyalgia affects 10 million people in the United States, according to the National Fibromyalgia Association. Fibromyalgia causes chronic muscle, joint and soft tissue pain all over the body. There are several organizations and resources where you can find current information…
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November 9, 2013 Exercises for Good Neck Posture
Achieving and maintaining good neck posture helps you prevent neck, upper back and shoulder problems, such as headaches, muscle strains, disc bulges and herniations and arthritis. According to the Neck Solutions website, for every inch that your head is craned…
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1. Diagnose the Underlying Cause If you experience hematuria, or the presence of blood in your urine, this may be caused by a number of different conditions. If you notice blood in your urine, it is important to make an…
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November 8, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
A 2,200 calorie diet is substantial enough to provide energy for exercise and daily activity. Even if 2,200 calories per day leaves room for some indulgence, eat quality whole foods like fresh produce, low-fat dairy, and whole grains the majority…
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1. Know Where Asbestos Is Found Asbestos was used as insulation and fireproofing material in buildings constructed before 1960. It can be found in attics and crawlspaces, wrapped around pipes, in furnace ducts, as the backing in floor tiles and…
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