October 20, 2013 Senior Health
Normally, the heart takes it easy during sleep, as blood pressure and heart rate drop to low and relaxed levels. However, having a heart attack during sleep is possible. In most cases, the sleeper wakes up due to pain. Contact…
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Overview The hip joint is created by the ball of the head of the femur (thighbone) and the socket of the pelvic bone. When the hip is dislocated, the head of the femur is pushed outside of the socket to…
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Seizures result from electrical signals that misfire in the brain. This may cause abnormal limb jerking, staring spells or even hallucinations. Some people may be unaware of their symptoms, losing consciousness, after which they later awake. Others, can continue about…
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October 20, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Sexually transmitted diseases can cause a variety of symptoms that may or may not be visible right away. Some sexually transmitted diseases can exhibit very mild and unnoticeable symptoms while others may show up immediately. Some early symptoms of sexually…
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October 20, 2013 Mental Health
Panic attacks are sudden, unexpected episodes of fear accompanied by physical symptoms such as racing heart, shallow breathing, sweating and dizziness. Since panic attacks result from the body’s misguided preparation to fight for survival or flee for safety, you can…
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October 20, 2013 Senior Health
Parkinson’s disease is a chronically progressive movement disorder. The four hallmark characteristics of Parkinson’s disease are slow movement, muscular rigidity, tremors and impaired balance. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke reports more than 500,000 Americans are living with…
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Overview Much of a woman’s self-identity and self-acceptance involves the size, shape, curve and firmness of her breasts. Unfortunately, when they sag, so can her self-esteem. Breasts, made up mostly of fatty tissue, do not have muscles. They do, however,…
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Overview A spa foot treatment can be a special treat or a relaxing and soothing end to a long day. Going to a professional spa for a foot treatment can be expensive and time-consuming. However, it is possible to give…
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Many prescription drugs are available to reduce blood pressure. While these drugs do not cure hypertension, they control it until the underlying health problem is cured or until lifestyle modifications start displaying their beneficial effects. Your doctor will decide which…
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October 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Sun damage on the skin is akin to the effects of aging, promoting wrinkling and the growth of liver spots, otherwise known as age spots. Common in people over 40, according to the Mayo Clinic, liver spots are a…
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October 20, 2013 Mental Health
Bipolar I and II disorders are distinguished from other mood disorders because they are marked by both major depressive and manic or similar extreme mood states that occur in cycles. Bipolar disorders may be diagnosed under six sets of criteria….
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October 20, 2013 Children's Health
Overview Adult acne is not uncommon, and it affects women much more frequently than men. Acne.org explains that it affects 50 percent of adult females, as compared to only 25 percent of adult males. It most commonly appears on the…
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Multiple myeloma is considered to be a hematological cancer. This means that it originates in the blood system. Myeloma cells are abnormal plasma cells that develop instead of the normal plasma cells. These cells do not die as normal blood…
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Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer that affects the plasma cells found in the blood. These cells are formed in the bone marrow. As the disease process continues, the patient becomes at-risk for several complications. Most of these complications…
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What to Look for Common Pitfalls About this Author Lizzy Scully is a senior contributing editor for Rock & Ice magazine and a columnist for Rocky Mountain Sports. She’s melded her passions for ascending rocks and for writing into a…
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Diabetes (type 2) is a disorder where the body has high levels of blood glucose (sugar) and thus cannot properly turn meals consumed into energy for the body. There are many different risk factors for this disease, including lifestyle choices…
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Like many artists and creators, Joseph Pilates was ahead of his time. Although he developed his technique in Germany in the early part of the 20th century, Pilates did not become a household name until the late 1980s. Most fitness…
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Stevia, with the scientific name of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni, is an herb native to Bolivia. It is 300 times as sweet as sugar. Its best-known medicinal quality is based on what it lacks–calories. This makes stevia valuable in treating obesity…
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October 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
For many people who exercise, getting a six pack of abs is an important goal. A well-defined mid section can be attractive to the opposite sex and also an indicator of good health. Body fat stored around the mid-section is…
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Physical activity is necessary to maintain fitness and health. As a teenager, you’re concerned about your body image and you want to look as good as you possibly can. Begin with simple workouts at school, at home or at the…
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October 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. What are Free Radicals? Youâve probably heard of free radicals and may even know that theyâre harmful, but you probably arenât sure exactly what they are. Free radicals are tiny particles that are produced during the course of our…
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October 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The Cancer Project says that the foods that help discourage cancer growth are the same foods that help prevent cancer from growing in the first place. According to the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR), a plant-based diet consisting…
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October 20, 2013 Senior Health
Like the body, the brain can become out of shape and lethargic; you can lose memory function through inactivity. Many have used the term “use it or lose it” to describe brain function; research appears to support that notion. It…
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Overview Composite softball bats are designed to hit the ball harder and further. Although similar to a traditional bat, composite bats take much longer to break in—and using one in a game situation can damage the bat if it hasn’t…
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Overview A credit score calculates your financial and lending history. Scores are based, in part, on outstanding debt and whether you pay your bills on time. You can access free tools to determine your score, and getting your credit report…
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October 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Hyperpigmentation is both harmless and common, says the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology (AOCD). Generally speaking, hyperpigmentation occurs when parts of your skin turn darker due to excessive amounts of melanin (the pigment that gives your skin its hue)…
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Overview Cardiovascular exercise such as running, jogging, walking, biking and group fitness classes are an excellent way to lose fat but often can give you a very lean look. To keep your muscle tone or build muscle with cardio, chose…
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Overview About nine in every 10 teenagers will get pimples, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). Acne is the most common skin disease in the United States, affecting up to 50 million teens and adults every year, the…
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The stomach muscles are commonly worked with nothing but the weight of the body. As long as you execute proper form, you can be successful with this approach. If you want to venture out of conventional routines, however, multiple pieces…
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The liver has many important functions in the body including bile production, blood filtering and nutrient storage. When the liver is damaged, these functions are impaired and symptoms such as fatigue and jaundice can result. Damage to the liver can…
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