Fibromyalgia refers to a medical condition in which people experience widespread pain. The Mayo Clinic says that signs of fibromyalgia include pain in the upper part of the chest, at the tops of the shoulders, in the back of the…
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The severity of any cancer is determined by clinical staging. This maxim holds true for colon, or colorectal, cancer. There are numerous tests listed by the American Cancer Society that aid in the staging of colon cancer. These tests include…
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Parenting is a stressful job with no regularly scheduled breaks or off-hours. Whether you’re a new parent or have been one for a while, you may find yourself feeling frazzled and exhausted by the end of the day. Before you…
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October 31, 2013 Senior Health
A heart attack, also referred to as a myocardial infarction, occurs when the normal flow of blood to the heart is abnormally interrupted; it can result in permanent heart muscle damage. Every year, over 1 million people in the United…
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1. Admit You Have a Problem You’ve probably heard it said that the first step to getting help for a drug addiction is to admit you have a problem. It’s true. You won’t be able to get help until you’ve…
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October 31, 2013 Senior Health
More doctors and medical professionals are prescribing exercise for patients with high blood pressure as a first line of defense in treatment. In fact, exercise can be just as effective as or more effective than common prescription medications for treating…
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1. Seek Out Support Valium is highly addictive and it is extremely difficult to stop using. Over 50 percent of people who have used Valium for 6 months or more have some degree of physical dependence on the drug. Withdrawal…
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October 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Body fat measurements represent the amount of a man’s body that is made up of fat as opposed to lean muscle mass. A lower body fat percentage shows off the musculature of the body and decreases men’s risk of…
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October 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Increasing muscle mass fast is no easy task, and it is one in which supplements can come in handy. If you choose to build muscle without the help of supplements, however, there are ways to speed up the muscle-building…
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Impotency, also known as erectile dysfunction, refers to a medical condition in which men are unable to achieve and maintain an erection for sexual intercourse. The Mayo Clinic says that some of the risk factors for developing erectile dysfunction include…
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October 31, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Since almost everyone experiences acne in their lifetime, acne scars are also common. Acne scars are what is left on the skin after acne heals, such as dark marks or deep crevices. They are most commonly formed when a person…
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Manuka honey is made by bees who feed on the pollen from the flowers of the manuka bush, a flowering plant indigenous to New Zealand. According to the National Cancer Institute, manuka honey contains a higher concentration of the compound…
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Blood vessels are a system of tubes that vary in size, structure and function. They are dispersed throughout the body to transport blood, which carries oxygen and nutrients to every organ, tissue and cell, while simultaneously removing waste products and…
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The muscles of the upper back comprise the trapezius, rhomboids, posterior (rear) deltoid, infraspinatus and teres minor, according to “A Guide to Personal Fitness Training,” by Mary Yoke. These muscles are more commonly known as the traps, the back of…
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The lungs refer to a spongy paired organ that sits deep within the chest cavity. These lungs contain air sacs and blood vessels to help the body make use of the oxygen necessary to survive. In some instances, infections and…
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Overview Basketball is played with five members of each team on the court at the same time. Each player on a team of five plays a position. Certain skills are involved in playing a position effectively. There are also particular…
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October 31, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
If you want longer, thicker hair, beauty starts from within, with the foods you eat. Certain nutrients can help your hair grow and stay healthy, shiny and strong. By learning which vitamins and nutrients improve hair health, you can choose…
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A Nike medicine ball can be used for all types of exercises and purposes, from stability to power to reaction. Jim Stoppani of Muscle and Fitness magazine raves about this useful and versatile piece of equipment, and recommends medicine balls…
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Overview Cholesterol is an important biomolecule that cells require for normal function, but too much leads to accumulation in the bloodstream. This can result in atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease. There are a number of ways to lower blood cholesterol…
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1. Look for Skin Symptoms If you develop gangrene, skin in the affected area will take on a characteristic dark blue or black color. It will also be very painful to the touch, initially, but it will grow numb after…
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Leg press is a closed kinetic chain movement known for building muscle in certain areas of the lower body. A closed chain exercise is a physical activity where a limb is fixed and cannot move. These types of movements are…
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Overview Allergies to pollen and ragweed are quite common. Pollen is the powdery grains released by almost all plants to fertilize flowers and create seeds. People can be allergic to almost any plant, but ragweed causes the most problems. The…
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October 31, 2013 Children's Health
According to pediatrician Dr. Alan Greene, each baby develops its own sleep schedule during the later stages of pregnancy. This schedule generally stays with the baby following birth until the “internal clock” of the infant brain learns to associate daylight…
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a very common illness that affects about 60 percent of adults. It is caused when the contents of the stomach passively reflux up into the esophagus (the hollow tube that begins just past the back…
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Acupressure is a form of massage therapy based on the principles of acupuncture but without the use of needles. Acupressure stimulates energy in the body to release blockage in order to fight illness and bring the body into a state…
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Resistance bands are thin, strong, elastic strength-training tools that can be used almost anywhere and are portable and economic. Unlike free weights, the resistance of the band changes with the tension applied to it because the harder you pull, the…
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Overview According to a June 2005 article in “Nature Clinical Practice Oncology,” colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer-related death in the Western world. But despite adjuvant chemotherapy being part of the standard treatment for stage III…
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Epsom salts are a popular alternative medicine, in large part because of their high concentration of magnesium sulfate. Magnesium is not among the most commonly-known elements for health, but it is actually the second-most common element in human cells, according…
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Overview Being a new parent can be scary when bringing home a fragile newborn. Breathing patterns of newborns are new and unfamiliar to parents. Babies breathe much differently from adults. Faster breathing and unusual noises can be frightening. Understanding what…
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October 31, 2013 Women's Health
Uterine fibroids are noncancerous tumors of the uterus that cause heavy bleeding and pressure in the pelvis. In many women, fibroids have no symptoms and exist unknowingly. They are discovered during an annual gynecologic exam and confirmed by ultrasound or…
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