April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
According to Terence Davidson, M.D., in the “Handbook of Nasal Diseases,” allergies affect nearly 40 percent of Americans. Described further as inflammation of the lining of the nose, resultant symptoms include congestion, sneezing and itchy and watery eyes, nose and,…
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High blood pressure is one of the easiest diseases to treat with natural remedies. However, it is important not to use drugs and natural remedies that lower blood pressure together without medical supervision. It is also important to monitor blood…
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April 17, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Although soda is widely regarded as unhealthy, linked to tooth decay, obesity and other health problems, you can still enjoy the beverage if you consume it in moderation as part of a balanced diet and an active lifestyle. If…
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Shoulder pain is the most common and obvious symptom of shoulder injury, but its nuances and location are the key to diagnosing a condition. The causes of shoulder problems are varied, from overuse to degeneration to traumatic falls and blows….
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April 17, 2015 Weight Management
Your body contains three principle types of muscle: skeletal muscle, smooth muscle and cardiac muscle. These muscles perform different functions, have unique metabolic needs and respond to training and exercise in different ways. Some of your muscles are under conscious…
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April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Colon cancer is a chronic and potentially life-threatening disease in which colon cancer cells grow at a very rapid pace. The Mayo Clinic says that colon cancer signs include rectal bleeding, bloody stool, fatigue, weakness and unexplained weight loss. The…
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April 17, 2015 Good Lower Abdominal Exercises
The lower abdominal region, or muscles of the “core” area, tends to be especially resistant to toning efforts, particularly in women. Aerobic conditioning is important because it burns the fat that layers muscles. In addition, engaging in regular, effective strength…
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Anaphylactic shock–also called anaphylaxis–occurs when a patient develops a severe allergic reaction to a particular allergen, such a specific food or medicine. The signs and symptoms of this reaction typically develop within seconds or minutes after exposure to a particular…
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You’d be hard pressed to find a bodybuilding or strength training enthusiast who doesn’t want bigger, more muscular arms. For most, the very mention of bodybuilding or weight lifting brings to mind a bodybuilder in the classic “double biceps” pose….
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April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Tension headaches produce dull pain or pressure, tightness around the head, pain around the head or pain that expands to the temples, scalp or back of the neck, according to the National Institutes of Health. Muscle tightness, which often stems…
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AIDS is a chronic incurable disease caused by HIV, the human immunodeficiency virus. HIV can be contracted through sexual intercourse, the exchange of blood and body fluids, contaminated intravenous needles, and during childbirth from mother to child transmission. There are…
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April 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
As the largest organ in the body, the skin gives us appearance, protects us from heat and cold and from environmental assaults. Healthy skin begins with good nutrition, regular sun protection, and healthy lifestyle habits such as not smoking. Better-looking…
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Your lower back muscles could be considered the workhorses of your muscular system. Any skill or exercise requiring total body exertion depends on the ability of your lower back to transfer force from your legs to your torso. Your lower…
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Getting a tight, flat tummy takes more than just a few sit-ups. While abdominal exercises will help you build muscles in your stomach, you need to burn tummy fat in order to show off your new muscle definition. There are…
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April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The generically named medication beclomethasone dipropionate is sold in the United States under the brand name Qvar. Doctors may prescribe beclomethasone dipropionate to help prevent the occurrence of asthmatic attacks. The medicine is an orally inhaled corticosteroid that is administered…
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Abilify (aripiprazole) is an anti-psychotic drug. According to Drugs.com, Abilify is used to treat the symptoms of psychotic conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder (manic depression), major depressive disorder, and symptoms of aggression and mood swings in autistic children…
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Ginger is an herbal supplement derived from the root of the Zingiber officinale plant. In addition to its culinary uses, ginger has a variety of medicinal effects that may be helpful for certain health conditions. It is often brewed into…
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If you’re like the average American, chances are you spend more time at your desk than any other place. Rather than just sitting still all day, take advantage of your situation and perform seated ab exercises at your desk. There…
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Chelation therapy is a natural therapy used in removing high levels of heavy metals in the blood and in some instances of chemical poisoning. Chelation can be administered either orally or intravenously. The amino acids used in chelation are sodium…
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April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Amirol (amitriptyline) is a tricyclic antidepressant prescription medication used to alleviate symptoms associated with depression. This medication works by elevating the levels of specific mood-balancing chemicals within the brain. Amirol is not currently marketed within the United States, explains Drugs.com,…
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The EZ curl bar’s shape–best characterized as a zig-zag–helps position your hands at more natural joint angles for arm exercises than a standard straight bar allows. The EZ curl bar is also much shorter than the 7-foot barbell one would…
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If left unchecked, stress can lead to a variety of additional health problems, including insomnia, intestinal issues, and more. If you’re currently under a large amount of stress, it’s important that you learn coping skills to manage it in a…
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April 17, 2015 Weight Management
A flat stomach is the result of two separate factors. First, you must reduce your body fat, because having a fit core isn’t going to result in a flat stomach if you have fat over or under your abdominal muscles….
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A sharp pain in the right or left side, shortness of breath, increased heart rate, dizziness and an increased respiratory rate are some symptoms of a collapsed lung, or pneumothorax. The pain will get progressively worse, because a collapsed lung…
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April 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Steam rooms, in one form or another, have been enjoyed the world over for hundreds of years. Benefits include cleansing, relaxation and alleviation of some cold and asthma symptoms. On the other hand, the relatively high heat of steam rooms…
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Detoxification cleansing is used to increase vitality and regain health. Before beginning a detox program, users should be aware of the side effects that are often associated with cleansing. Although the side effects can be unpleasant, they are just temporary…
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Overview The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that more than 1.4 million people in the U.S. live with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a group of diseases that affect the intestines in people from 15 to 35. IBD…
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April 17, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Move over body mass index and height and weight charts, it’s time to say “hello” to body fat testing as a gauge of health and wellness. Unlike the more common BMI or weight measurements that are unable to differentiate…
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April 17, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Planning a soccer practice for kids can be a difficult task, but essentially the best practices have one thing in common: balance. It is important that kids have the opportunity to develop their skills and their knowledge of soccer…
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Once a sperm has penetrated an egg, tiny cilia that line the fallopian tube will move the egg toward the uterus, explains Merck Medical Manuals. The fertilized egg, called a zygote, travels to the uterus, replicating rapidly until it becomes…
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