Overview Ice therapy slows blood flow, relieves pain, and reduces swelling, according to University of Iowa Health Care. If you do not have a commercial ice pack on hand, or simply want to save some money, it is easy to…
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October 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Sweating is usually nothing more than a minor annoyance, but in some cases it leads to excess body odor. Perspiration by itself is mostly odorless; body odor is caused by bacteria that feed on the oil produced by the…
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Overview Excessive and unpredictable sweating, or axillary hyperhidrosis, can make you miserable. This condition can leave embarrassing stains and dampen your clothing–and may even cause an unpleasant odor. It is possible to manage, however. There are several things you can…
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Lacrosse rules designated for youth differ from collegiate, professional and some high school rules. Youth rule modifications depend upon age divisions and are typically due to safety concerns as well as an emphasis on initial development of basic skills. In…
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Exercise balls, also known by a variety of other monikers including stability balls, fitness balls or Swiss balls, introduce an element of instability into your fitness routine, making your core muscles work constantly to control your body position throughout each…
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Overview A credit score is assigned to you based on the information found on your credit report. A low score can indicate that you have a history of late payments, defaulted accounts or have yet to establish your credit. When…
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1. Fish Oil and Omega-3s If there is one âmiracle drugâ out there, omega-3 fatty acids may be it. Omega-3s are one type of essential fatty acidsâmeaning we need to obtain them from dietary sources since our bodies canât produce…
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Toenail fungus infections are usually caused by a type of opportunistic fungi called dermatophytes, although molds and yeast can also be responsible for unbecoming thick, brittle, yellowing nails. Your shoes create the perfect environment for fungi to thrive–dark, damp and…
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While the body ball–also known as an exercise ball, fitness ball or stability ball–is designed to provide an intense workout for your core muscles by introducing an element of instability to your workouts, you can also use it creatively to…
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1. Milk Allergy Basics A milk allergy is an immune system reaction to the protein component of milk. It is unclear exactly what causes this response. Possibilities may include a genetic link and/or an under-developed gastrointestinal tract. Milk protein allergies…
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October 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
There are few things more embarrassing and damaging to a person’s self image than acne. There are also few things more frustrating than spending a small fortune on chemical-laden products that don’t seem to work. One alternative is making your…
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Headaches can be mild or severe and can sometimes develop into conditions that interfere with your daily activities. They can be triggered by a number of things including: stress, heat, foods, exercise, colds or flu, and light. Some people find…
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Overview The lower back is the site of most back pain, says the Mayo Clinic. The low back consists of a stack of bones that surrounds and protects the spinal cord, according to the book, “Understanding Medical Surgical Nursing.” The…
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Yoga uses stretches to increase flexibility, encourage proper posture and relieve physical issues. Many yoga poses do not require a lot of space and adapt well for a person who has to stay at a desk. The Mayo Clinic stresses…
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October 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview African Americans who suffer from acne have special concerns regarding skin care for the acne-prone areas. African Americans are more likely to develop hyperpigmentation, or darkening of the skin, in acne-prone areas. The risk of scarring is increased, which…
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The shin bone, or tibia, is connected to the thigh bone, or femur, by a series of ligaments, including the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The ACL keeps the tibia from shifting ahead of the femur, maintains the correct angle between…
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October 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Age spots (photoaging spots) generally present as light to dark brown patches on your hands, face, legs or feet. Age spots, which go by the medical names lentigines or lentigos, may look like a large freckle that appears by…
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October 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Although you may want to drop weight quickly, doctors recommend that a gradual weight loss of one to two pounds per week can help you achieve long term results. According to the American Heart Association, diets that make you drop…
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October 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
From the most famous diets like Atkins and South Beach, to the newer popular entries in the market such as the Paleo Diet, there’s no shortage on specific diet plans for you to choose from. However, before you select a…
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October 20, 2013 Children's Health
1. Isoflavone Benefits Whether itâs tofu or soy milk, there are certain components that soy foods have in common. Called isoflavones, theyâre a unique class of phytochemicals (disease-fighting plant compounds). Isoflavones actually function as a weak form of the hormone…
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October 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
A scar forms when the skin incurs an injury, cut or burn that affects the skin. As a result, tough cells, called fibroblasts, form in the place of the skin that was formerly there. The scar tissue is not as…
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1. Cystic Fibrosis and Failure to Thrive One of the first indicators that a child might have cystic fibrosis (CF) is a clinical picture called failure to thrive (FTT). FTT is a blanket term used when a childâs growth falls…
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October 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview There are very few methods of hair removal that can prevent hair from growing back. Most hair removal options only provide temporary solutions. Waxing, shaving and depilatories are all affordable and effective options, but only provide short-term results. This…
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October 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Our bodies are constantly revived. The stomach lining is replaced every five days and red blood cells have a 120 day life span. How we treat ourselves mentally and physically affect healthy cell reproduction and because the regeneration process of…
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October 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview According to the American Heart Association (AHA), omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil are great for the heart and should be consumed by those at risk for cardiovascular disease. The AHA recommends two servings of oily fish each…
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White blood cells play an important role in the immune system as they scavenge the blood for invading bacteria, viruses and other foreign material. Low white blood cell counts, a condition called neutropenia, is usually mild and asymptomatic. Severe, chronic…
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October 20, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Building a family through adoption can be overwhelming due to paperwork and costs, but some families find it worth it for a variety of reasons. For many, this includes being able to choose the gender of the baby they…
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Proper posture involves the body’s ability to support itself against gravity. This includes the proper alignment of bones and joints for effective muscular efficiency. The first thing to do is to become aware of your actual posture, you may be…
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Ascenders are mechanical or passive pieces of equipment that can be placed on a rope in such a way that they will go up the rope, but when you pull down on them they “catch” on the rope and wonât…
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1. Understand the Causes of Blood Infections A blood infection is a serious, life-threatening illness that demands emergency care. It is the result of your body fighting a severe infection. Your body is overwhelmed by the infection impacting normal blood…
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