Staying physically active, according to the National Library of Medicine’s Medline Plus, can help you live longer and feel better. Exercising on a regular basis can delay or even prevent such conditions as diabetes and heart disease, reduce the pain…
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1. See a Healthcare Provider Consult your regular dentist about whether or not you or your child should get braces. If so, get a referral to an orthodontist and make your first visit. The orthodontist will examine your mouth, taking…
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Soccer is the world’s most popular game and is played by people of all ages. While there are minor differences in rules depending on age and level of play, the main regulations and objective of the game remain the same….
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October 27, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Retin-A Micro contains tretinoin gel in a microspheric form. The microspheres use time-release technology that minimizes skin irritation and shine. Retin-A Micro is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris, as stated by the manufacturer Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical. The…
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Slow pitch softball is a high-scoring game that features a lot of long hits and big innings. The game is dominated by bigger, stronger hitters who use an uppercut swing to launch long home runs. However, there are many excellent…
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Overview When the chaos and stress of everyday life begins to feel overwhelming, take a few hours to yourself and enjoy some pampering. While a visit to a local spa and salon might be too much for your budget or…
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October 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Eat Healthy The Sugar Busters diet for weight loss is outlined in “The New Sugar Busters,” which includes a 14-day meal plan. If you followed this plan to reach your goal weight, you already learned the basics for eating…
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Carpal tunnel injuries are caused by using the same muscles while performing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). There are a variety of exercises that can be done at your…
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Exercises that strengthen the hand can help you improve your grip, finger flexibility, dexterity and overall hand strength, according to HandExercise.org. You can increase your performance and coordination, prevent injury and keep your hand muscles and joints operating properly by…
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Overview Insurance is a way of life. We insure everything: cars, homes and our health. It is no surprise that with an aging generation of baby boomers that end of life care is an important topic of discussion. Insurance companies…
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The gallbladder is located under the liver and stores bile, which is used to help digest fats. Gallstones are small, pebble-like substances that develop in the gallbladder and block the ducts that carry bile. Eighty percent of gallstones are made…
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The inner thighs are known anatomically as the adductors. When you gain fat in this region, you need to promote weight loss while doing strength training exercises that involve inward movement of your thighs. Building muscle can create better definition…
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October 27, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Unlike muscles in the rest of your body, most facial muscles do not attach directly to bone, according to the Nemours Foundation. Instead, they attach directly under the skin, enabling you to pull them just slightly to produce different facial…
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October 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Potassium, an electrolyte, is important for proper cell, tissue and organ function. Potassium is obtained from eating foods that are high in potassium, such as meats, fruits, beans and potatoes. Low levels of potassium in the blood, known as hypokalemia,…
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1. Determine How Much You Can Spend The first step in buying a home on your budget is determining how much money you can afford to spend on a monthly mortgage. An easy way you can figure your spending ability…
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Physical strength has not always been emphasized in golf, but more professional golfers are improving their fitness levels, and that translates to better golf performance. You can increase the power of your golf swing by increasing your core strength–the strength…
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October 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Celiac disease, an autoimmune reaction to wheat, barley and rye, affects approximately 3 million Americans. Symptoms vary widely among those afflicted and include digestive ailments, skin rashes and depression. Celiac disease prevents nutrients from being absorbed properly, and many…
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Olympic figure skaters perform seemingly effortless movements, but their skills come from hours of training on and off the ice. Ice skating requires meticulous postural alignment, exceptional dynamic balance skills, strength, flexibility, coordination and core strength. Many skaters use Pilates…
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Depression can be a debilitating illness, and treating depression can be almost as debilitating. Antidepressants, while generally effective, come with a long list of side effects, particularly at the start of treatment. These include worsened depression, headache, muscle aches, constipation,…
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October 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Building muscle and losing fat with a diet plan is less difficult if you know what foods to eat when. By timing your nutrient appropriately around your resistance training and cardiovascular workouts, you can maximize muscle building and minimize…
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October 27, 2013 Women's Health
Approximately 75 percent of women will have at least one yeast infection at some point during their lives, report health officials at the Illinois Department of Public Health in Springfield. Common causes of yeast infections include taking antibiotics, increased heat…
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Overview The National Institute of Mental Health lists mild exercise as a way to cope with depression. Yoga uses body postures, or poses, breathing exercises and meditation to stretch, strengthen and balance the body and mind, and to create inner…
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The National Cancer Institute reports that gastric cancer, also called stomach cancer, is diagnosed in 1,300 men and 8,000 women in the United States each year. The majority of people with gastric cancer are older than 70. The stomach is…
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Exercising the brain is as important as exercising any other area of the body, especially for those heading into their golden years, the Franklin Institute says. Mental exercise helps maintain cognitive abilities and function, and it creates new synapses, or…
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there has recently been a significant increase in the number of fungal infections. This increase is mainly affecting people who have impaired immune systems. If you have a weakened immune system,…
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1. Do Your Best to Prevent Getting a Sore Throat The most common causes of a sore throat include the common cold and flu. While the best way to prevent getting sick is to avoid those who are infected, that’s…
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Overview According to a 2006 study conducted by the American Council on Exercise and the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse, squats are one of the most effective glutes exercises. Adding external weight and performing an overhead press while doing a…
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Overview According to the Centers for Disease Control, adolescent obesity increased from 5 to 18.1 percent between 1976 to 2008. Teenage girls are particularly sensitive to their weight and suffer psychological as well as health consequences from being overweight. Some…
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Overview A woman’s bust size depends upon her body composition, genetics and participation in physical activity. The size of a bust depends upon the size of breasts. The breasts are primarily fat tissue that rest upon pectoral muscles (chest muscles)….
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According to the Mayo Clinic, abdominal fat is linked to numerous diseases including diabetes, stoke and some types of cancers. Reducing belly fat is one of your best defenses for thwarting illness and improving your overall health. Strength training exercises…
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