Sodium bicarbonate has almost as many names as it has uses. Known alternatively as baking soda, bicarbonate of soda or sodium hydrogen carbonate, sodium bicarbonate is a basic, white, odorless, crystalline solid compound found in mineral springs or produced in…
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Overview Your heart rate increases as the intensity of your exercise increases, according to researchers at Montana State University. If you are walking and your heart rate is 110 beats per minute (BPM), for instance, your heart rate will climb…
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For more than 3,500 years, folk healers and herbalists have valued fenugreek for its reputed medicinal properties, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Additionally, the Food and Drug Administration has put fenugreek on its “generally recognized…
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Astragalus is the primary herb used in traditional Chinese medicine to tonify the immune system and is considered an adaptogen. Adaptogen herbs improve the body’s ability to adapt to stress, according to “The Dictionary of Modern Herbalism” by Scott Mills….
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Chinese martial arts were first developed many centuries ago on the country’s mainland. The word “Wushu” is a general term that means “martial art” in Mandarin. The associated term “kung fu” means “skill.” According to the Wushu Culture Association, many…
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According to Dr. Susan Hall, the author of “Basic Biomechanics,” the hip bones form a ball and socket joint that allow your legs to move through numerous ranges of motion including abduction, adduction, flexion, extension and rotation. All of these…
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May 6, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The National Institute of Mental Health reports that approximately 6.7 percent of the U.S. population is depressed in any given year. While symptoms of depression, by definition, persist over a period of weeks or more, many of these people never…
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Overview Ginger root is the underground, aromatic rhizome of a tropical plant. Commonly used for both culinary and medicinal purposes, ginger is widely available as a dried, powdered spice or in a preserved, candied form. In some markets, fresh ginger…
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Overview Millions of gallons of water are used daily worldwide, from showering to flushing the toilet to washing your car. And like many of Earth’s other resources, water can be recycled. All the runoff and waste from this daily activity…
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Neck strengthening exercises can help alleviate tight, sore muscles due to tension and stress. It is also essential to have strong neck muscles to improve poor posture and other structural issues. Resistance exercises using your own hand strength can help…
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The shoulder joint is surrounded by a small group of muscles called the rotator cuff. The acronym SITS is used to describe each of these muscles. They include the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor and subscapularis. These muscles often fall victim…
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If you’re a hardcore food lover, trying to lose weight can be especially challenging. After all, many foods that taste best are packed with extra calories, fat, sodium or sugar, all likely to help you gain pounds instead of slim…
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Without solar energy, life on Earth would not exist. The sun’s energy keeps the Earth warm in addition to sustaining life, but it can also provide electricity. Many people don’t know, however, that there are various types of solar energy….
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Doctors prescribe Xalatan eye drops, or the generic latanoprost, to lower eye pressure in people with glaucoma. Typically, the doctor instructs the patient to use the drops once a day in the evening. For many people, the drops lower the…
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As long as the sun is shining, you can take advantage of its power. Solar heat collection harnesses the sun’s energy and uses it to efficiently heat water and homes; generate electricity on large and small scales; and provide alternative…
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In an increasingly energy-aware society, teaching your family about the importance of conserving energy in and around your home can make your home more energy efficient. Not only will being more energy conscious help you feel more responsible, it can…
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EDTA refers to ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid, used in FDA-approved chelation therapy via repeated intravenous injections to treat lead poisoning by pulling the heavy metal from the bloodstream. Although it’s been investigated for other medical uses, EDTA has a host of serious…
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Foot supination is a normal part of the walking and running gait. It is the movement that occurs as the weight is placed on the outside of the foot when it rolls forward and raises the arch. When the roll…
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When purchasing landscaping solar lights, many factors determine which is best. What might be the best option for one buyer may not be feasible for another. For instance, if money is no object, buyers can focus on the quality of…
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May 6, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Cigarette or tobacco smoke, also called secondhand smoke, is a mixture of gases and fine particles. It contains smoke from a burning cigarette and exhaled smoke from the smoker consisting of more than 4,000 chemicals, from which, according to…
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Diabetes is a condition in which glucose accumulates in the blood as a result of insufficient insulin production or an impaired response to insulin. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that lowers blood glucose levels; patients with type…
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May 6, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Diesel engine exhaust contains carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and other potentially toxic gases. It also contains fine particulate matter, some in the form of soot, which can build up in a person’s lungs. People who live in high-traffic or high-smog…
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Overview Although obesity levels are continuing to rise steadily, many people seem to be taking note of the change. Gym membership is high, and gym users are usually working toward one of two goals: fat loss or muscle gain. For…
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May 6, 2015 What Exercises Help Gynecomastia?
Androgens and estrogens are found in balanced amounts in men. When these hormones become out of balance, a condition known medically as gynecomastia can develop. In simple terms, this is the development of breast tissue. You can do chest exercises,…
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Herbs are an inexpensive way to add antioxidants to the diet. They’re also low in calories, making them a great substitute for condiments such as butter. Many herbs possess properties that may alleviate symptoms associated with certain diseases. Planting an…
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May 6, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview The world’s most gifted soccer stars, including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Thierry Henri and Landon Donovan, blend the pace of a track star off the ball with speed on the dribble and quickness in their first step. All elements…
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May 6, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Urinary tract infections typically occur because of bacteria that enters the opening to the bladder, which is called the urethra. Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are treated with antibiotics. There are different types of UTIs that are named for their…
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Blackheads, or open comedones, occur when oil, dirt, skin cells and bacteria plug skin pores. When these plugs are exposed to the air, oxygenation causes them to darken and appear as black spots on the surface of the skin. The…
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Overview Aluminum is one of the few materials that can be recycled indefinitely. Each batch of recycled aluminum has the same integrity as newly refined aluminum. Extracting aluminum from the environment and refining it takes a great deal of energy,…
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Overview Detoxing is a popular way to clear out the system, start a new diet, or just recharge your batteries. While Western medicine has proven that most toxins are flushed from the body by the liver and kidneys, Eastern medicine…
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