October 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Acne is a dermatological condition comprised of painful areas of irritation on the skin. These areas range from whiteheads to pimples and cysts. Acne is caused by an over production of sebum or oil, irregular shedding of skin and…
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The most current statistics produced by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS in 2009 reported that an estimated 35 million individuals currently live with HIV globally. Of the 35 million, 1.4 million live in the North America. This epidemic…
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Overview Boxing is an intense combat sport that is not for the faint of heart. Even at the amateur level, a strong mind-set and a specific set of athletic skills is required to compete effectively. There are a few specific…
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October 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
PABA is an acronym for para-aminobenzoic acid, made popular as the active ingredient in early sunscreen formulations. PABA is a naturally occurring substance that is sometimes referred to as vitamin Bx, but is not, according to the National Institutes of…
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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports 1.2 million hospitalizations and more than 55,000 deaths occurred in 2006 due to pneumonia. Pneumonia is a specific type of lung infection. The lungs are made of the airways, which…
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If you’re an older adult, you might find that a chair provides the extra support you need to exercise confidently. If you spend all day sitting a desk, you might find that you’re developing little aches and pains and a…
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October 20, 2013 Senior Health
Overview Good skin care regimens aim to reduce and retard the effects of natural and photoaging by maintaining healthy skin. Dermatologists who understand the science of aging and the nutrient needs of human skin recommend daily cleansing and protective measures….
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Haul bags, called affectionately “pigs” by big wall aid climbers, are constructed of slick, industrial-strength vinyl. Some pigs are made of cordura or nylon, but after multiple days being dragged up and banged off of the sides of abrasive rock…
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A sinus infection causes nasal passageways to become inflamed, swollen and filled with mucous. Additional symptoms include pain, headache and difficulty breathing through the nose. Sinusitis is caused by the common cold as well as bacteria, allergies and fungus infections,…
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Being properly dressed for a ski outing ensures you can readily adapt to the rapidly changing conditions you’ll likely encounter on the slopes. A proper layering system will keep you comfortable whether you’re producing a lot of body heat as…
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October 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Fish oil is one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acid, an essential fatty acid that the human body cannot make and must obtain through diet. The omega-3 oils found in fish oil include docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic…
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Diagnosing mental health symptoms can be a difficult and daunting task. Clinicians rely on self-reports from patients who may give inaccurate, vague or exaggerated descriptions of their symptoms. Many diagnoses are similar, and symptoms often overlap among diagnoses. Individuals with…
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Compound exercises involve more than one muscle and more then one joint. The advantage of these exercises is that they recruit a maximal amount of muscle fibers. When you work your legs and butt with compound exercises, you are forced…
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The muscles of your inner thighs can be trained in two ways, lifting and squeezing. The inner thighs, or adductors, are part of your core muscles that work to stabilize your trunk. They adduct and externally rotate your hip joint,…
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While crunches are a great way to tone your midsection and strengthen your lower back, they do next to nothing to get rid of belly fat. Since you can’t spot reduce–lose weight or fat from a specific part of your…
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Pilates, a method of exercise involving slow, controlled movements developed by Joseph Pilates, is an effective way to keep fit while pregnant. The slower-paced stretching of Pilates is agreeable for pregnant women, and can be done at any level of…
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October 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Gatorade, the official sports drink of the NFL, NBA, NHL and a list of other collegiate and pro organizations, owns the reputation of “quenching the thirst” of athletes everywhere. Its key contents include water, sugar and electrolytes–sodium, potassium and chloride….
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Climbers use climbing holds for indoor “woodies” (bouldering walls that they build inside their homes, garages or in their backyards). In the past they were made from carved wood holds or people just bolted real rock into their plywood walls….
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Overview Archery is a sport that requires a great deal of practice, since proper technique is essential for consistently shooting accurate groups. The best way to practice your shooting form is to shoot at an archery target. There are a…
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Cold sores are small, blister-like lesions appearing on the lip area. The sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus and are also known as fever blisters. The sores generally appear for 10 to 14 days. Pain or tingling sensations…
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Exercise bikes, elliptical machines and treadmills line gyms’ cardio sections. All provide aerobic benefits and users certainly reap health benefits from spending some time on them. But none combine a non-impact, total body, aerobic workout like the rowing machine. Rowing…
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October 20, 2013 Children's Health
Chicken pox is not just for kids. Chicken pox is a disease caused by a virus, which means that anyone who is not immune to the virus can contract chicken pox. Adults who contract chicken pox often have serious complications,…
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October 20, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Flat warts are caused by certain strains of the human papillovirus, or HPV. Other HPV strains are responsible for genital, plantar and other types of warts. You can usually identify flat warts by their flat-topped and smooth appearance, and by…
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Women with toned, muscular arms exude fitness. Strong arms help you function in everyday life and to look better in sleeveless shirts and dresses. Free weights, selectorized machines, cables, tubing and your own body weight may all be used to…
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The abdominal region or muscles of the “core” area tend to be especially resistant to toning efforts. Aerobic conditioning is important as it burns the fat that layers muscles. In addition, engaging in regular, effective strength training exercises that work…
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October 20, 2013 Children's Health
During the first few months of your baby’s life, you’ll likely be waking up two and three times a night to attend to her needs. She will want to eat, be changed and be comforted throughout the night. Understand that…
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October 20, 2013 Diet & Nutrition
1. Probiotics The idea of ingesting live bacteria may make some people a little squeamish. Surprisingly, consuming beneficial bacteria can actually boost our body’s ability to fight off the bad stuff. These healthy bacteria come in the form of probiotics,…
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Developing a strong upper body requires building up and sculpting the chest muscles, which include the pectoralis major and minor muscles. These muscles can be trained with various pressing and pushing exercises as well as a few other types of…
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Etriers, or aiders, are four- to six-step ladders made of nylon webbing that aid climbers attach to pieces of equipment that they place, bang or hook onto rock faces that are too difficult, blank or steep to free climb. Aid…
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Rowing machines are pieces of cardiovascular equipment. This type of exercise causes you to work your major muscles in a repetitive motion for an extended period of time. Working out on the rowing machine can not only increase your aerobic…
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