The muscles of the hamstrings include the biceps femoris, semimembranosus and semitenonosus. They are located on the upper portion of the back of your legs. These muscles are responsible for flexing the knee and extending the hip, which is basically…
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November 4, 2013 Children's Health
Having a troubled teen can be one of the pitfalls of being a parent. All of your parenting skills and techniques are effectively thrown out the window when your teenager begins to rebel. Some parents of teens feel like clueless…
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November 4, 2013 Knee Strengthening Exercises for Osteoarthritis
Even though osteoarthritis can be very painful, exercise is important to do, says the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Knee-strengthening exercises for osteoarthritis are essential for keeping your knee-supporting muscles strong and improving your range of motion. You need to…
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November 4, 2013 Common Health Risks of Rapid Weight Loss
Rapid weight loss is a form of dieting that causes the body to shed more than 2 lbs. a week. They’re usually highly restrictive, limiting your caloric intake well below the recommended levels of 1,200 for women and 1,500 for…
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November 4, 2013 What Is the Correct Posture to Type With a Computer?
Overview Office workers and casual Internet surfers alike share an ongoing need for correct posture at the computer. When you are seated for long periods of time, proper sitting posture can be difficult to maintain. Your muscles tire and your…
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November 4, 2013 How To Have Healthy Nails
Overview Nails do a lot for us in daily life. They help scratch itches, peel off stickers, pick up tiny items and grip onto objects that our fingers can’t hold alone. Nails that are unhealthy may break or split when…
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November 4, 2013 What Are Thermogenics?
Thermogenics are drugs, herbs or nutritional supplements that increase the amount of heat produced within the human body. Manufacturers may advertise thermogenics as “fat burners” or appetite suppressants. In theory, these products can facilitate weight loss by increasing metabolism and…
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November 4, 2013 Medications for Acne & Acne Scars
Acne may lead to permanent scarring, development of a poor self-image, or feelings of depression and anxiety, states the American Academy of Dermatology. However, you can help control these physical and emotional side effects when you properly treat your acne….
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1. Leave Your Cystocele Alone If your cystocele is mild and does not cause discomfort, your gynecologist may recommend that it be left alone, simply cautioning you to avoid any heavy lifting or straining, as these activities may cause your…
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November 4, 2013 Natural Foods to Increase Male Libido
Sex is a natural part of life, but that doesn’t mean your libido is in a constant state of readiness. In fact, as men age and their hormone levels decline, sex drive can become problematic, even embarrassing. Pharmaceutical companies have…
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November 4, 2013 Children's Health
1. Choose and Use Sunscreen A sunscreen with at least 15 SPF (sun protection factor) is a necessity no matter how dark your child’s skin tone is, or whether he usually tans or burns. Choose a product that’s noticeable when…
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November 4, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Pregnancy lasts approximately 38 to 42 weeks in humans. Babies born earlier than 37 weeks are considered premature. Depending on how early they arrive, these children may have lungs, a liver and a circulatory system that are unprepared for life…
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Overview Your position while seated at the computer determines how well and how long you can do your job comfortably. It makes the difference between long-term health and the chronic pain associated with back strain and repetitive stress disorders. How…
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November 4, 2013 About Media Violence & Its Effect on Children
Overview American children spend an average of three to four hours every day watching television, according to the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. To boot, Science Daily reports that male adolescents spend an additional hour per day during…
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November 4, 2013 Children's Health
1. Use Head Lice Shampoo Head lice shampoos that include pirperonyl butoxide or permethrin are the standard of care for treating lice and their eggs. These shampoos can be purchased over the counter. Brand names include A-200, Pronto, R&C, Rid,…
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1. Completely Block the Pain Surgeries involving the chest, abdomen and legs can use epidural anesthesia to control pain in the first few days immediately following surgery. In epidural anesthesia, a thin tube is inserted into the epidural space in…
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Your gluteal muscles are made of three components: the gluteus maximus, gluteus medius and gluteus minimus–the largest of which is the gluteus maximus. To develop these muscles, resistance or weight-bearing exercises must be performed. One way to accomplish this is…
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November 4, 2013 What Causes Women's Hair to Fall Out?
Most women view their hair as a part of their identity. They mold it to express their taste and personality, and consider it an important symbol of their beauty. For this reason, hair loss can be depressing and even devastating…
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November 4, 2013 Women's Health
Feminine itch causes run the gamut from simple irritation to infection by organisms such as yeast, bacteria and protozoa. While most causes of feminine itching are simple and easy to treat at home, post-menopausal women experiencing frequent vaginal itching should…
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November 4, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Jojoba oil is a natural oil widely used for beauty purposes. It is made from the seeds of the jojoba plant, which grows in the southwestern region of the United States. It is available in most drugstores and is relatively…
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Achieving pitching proficiency requires you to perform constant repetition of key pitching movements. Malcolm Gladwell, in his book “Outliers: The Story of Success,” posits the existence of what he calls the “10,000-Hour Rule,” which suggests that the key to your…
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November 4, 2013 What Muscles Does Soccer Build?
Soccer is a demanding sport that requires you to be aerobically fit, posses speed and agility and be able to perform short bursts of intense exercise. According to ExpertFootball.com, if you’re a soccer player, it’s important for you to develop…
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November 4, 2013 Eligard Side Effects
Eligard (leuprolide acetate) is a prescription hormone medication used to alleviate symptoms associated with the advanced stages of prostate cancer. This medication inhibits the release of a naturally-occurring hormone–called gonadotropin releasing hormone–which helps regulate testosterone levels in the body. Eligard…
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November 4, 2013 What Are Symptoms of a Low-Producing Thyroid?
Low thyroid function, also known as hypothyroidism, may cause widespread symptoms throughout your body. Located beneath your Adam’s apple, your thyroid gland produces hormones which increase the metabolism of every active cell in your body. According to MD Consult, low…
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November 4, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Cellulite accumulates when there is excess body fat. Cellulite gets its dimpled or “cottage cheese” appearance because it protrudes under the skin through weak connective tissue. To stop cellulite it is important to clean up your diet and engage…
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Drug addiction may be most commonly associated with illegal drug use, but it also can happen to anyone who takes a legal medication for a length of time. Drugs that kill pain are particularly addictive because, as a side effect…
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Asthma is a chronic lung disease that causes symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, chest tightness and difficulty breathing. There is no cure for asthma, but its symptoms can be controlled and treated with medication. Drugs that treat asthma are usually…
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November 4, 2013 First Aid Procedures for a Nose Bleed
Nosebleeds can happen for many reasons such as trauma to the nose, dry skin inside the nose or from use of certain medications. Nosebleeds usually start in the septum which separates the nostrils, and though scary for the amount of…
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In his article, Herbal Remedies, Peter DeSmet, Pharm D., Ph.D. reported for “New England Journal of Medicine” that herbal remedies are becoming an increasingly popular form of alternative therapy in the United States. There are many popular alternative remedies for…
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1. Make Your Teen a Partner in Therapy Teenagers are at an age where they want to start making their own decisions. Being forced into therapy or being made to go to a certain therapist or doctor may cause resentment….
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