Fox News reports the cost in the United States for cardiovascular disease and stroke at $503.2 billion in 2010. Of all the types of diseases, heart disease remains at the top for cause of death in the United States. Heart…
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When it comes to babies, there’s a wide range of what is considered normal. Growth charts and developmental milestones don’t tell the entire picture, but can give a general idea of whether an infant is developing normally. There are many…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) may lead to many different signs and symptoms, but none of them are specific. That is, no specific single symptom or symptom complex indicates an HIV infection. According to the Centers for Disease…
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Adding weight to core exercises increases the strain, allowing you to challenge already fit muscles to a greater degree. Doing these exercises properly is critically important, as improper form can easily lead to injuries. Beginners may want to perform these…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill cancer cells, and is a common form of treatment for pancreatic cancer. It can be used in any stage of pancreatic cancer, but is most commonly used in advanced stages, according to…
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March 31, 2015 Sports & Recreation
In their textbook, “Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning” (Second Edition), Baechle and Earle define agility as “the ability to explosively brake, change direction and accelerate again.” Athletes in sports such as baseball, basketball, football, soccer, softball and volleyball must…
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March 31, 2015 Early Signs of Hepatitis C
According to the American Liver Foundation, hepatitis C is a liver diseases caused by the HCV virus. Over four million people in the United States are infected with hepatitis C, and approximately 10,000 people die annually from the disease. It…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Cocaine comes from the leaves of the coca plant. It’s a stimulant drug that affects the central nervous system. Cocaine is a highly addictive drug due to its impact on the natural reward pathway of the brain. When used in…
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March 31, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
The Neutrogena Oil-Absorbing Acne Mask combines purified water with six ingredients to make for a reduction in the amount of blemishes and the frequency of breakouts. It advertises itself as having a “natural clay” formula and does include clay to…
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The trapezius is a triangle-shaped muscle that extends posteriorly from the skull to the thoracic region of the vertebral spine on either side of the neck. Functionally, the fibers of the trapezius rotate, abduct, adduct and lift and depress the…
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White blood cells play an important role in the immune system as they scavenge the blood for invading viruses, bacteria and fungi. Individuals with a high white blood cell count, a condition called leukocytosis, typically do not present with any…
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When you are feeling stressed and anxious, there’s often no better cure than engaging in a heart-pumping exercise session. In addition to the good feelings that accompany doing something for your health, exercise produces endorphins–feel-good chemicals in your brain that…
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Over-the-counter cough and cold medicines aren’t generally an option for babies suffering from a cough, as the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) says that they are not recommended for babies less than 2 years old. There are several safe home…
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Regardless of your age, you should keep moving. With exercise, you can improve the health of your cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, circulatory system and mental functioning. Your sleep will improve says the National Heart Blood and Lung Institute. Exercising will decrease your…
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According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, the adrenal glands are part of the body’s hormone secretion system and there is one situated at the top of each of the kidneys. The central core of the adrenal gland is…
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Overview Women have fewer cholesterol problems than men because they have “naturally higher” levels of good cholesterol and estrogen reduces their bad cholesterol before they experience menopause, according to “Controlling Cholesterol.” After menopause, which generally occurs near the age of…
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The best road to fitness for the lower abdominal muscles is consistency. Once the workout routine is in place, exercises should be performed two to three times a week and should at least approach the point of “momentary muscle failure”–the…
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March 30, 2015 Weight Management
The intent of a doctor’s scale is to convert the large weight of a person into a smaller adjustable weight that can be precisely read on the upper calibrated scale. This is accomplished with a set of three connected levers…
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March 30, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
When a normally pink mouth develops whitish lesions or a milky lining on the tongue and the inner cheeks, the culprit may be an oral yeast infection called thrush. While anyone can develop thrush mouth, breastfeeding infants of mothers with…
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Building muscles in your buttocks not only gives you the definition you want but also increases hip strength, prevents lower back, hip and knee pain, and boosts your ability to run, sprint and jump. Choose exercises that work your hips…
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March 30, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Schizophrenia, a lifelong psychiatric disorder characterized by delusions, hallucinations and abnormal social behaviors, usually first appears in young adults, with 25 the average age in males and 30 for women, according to Helpguide.org. Schizophrenia affects around 1 percent of Americans….
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March 30, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview If you’re having intense mood swings similar to manic and depressive phases, you might be diagnosed with bipolar disorder NOS (not otherwise specified) if you don’t meet the criteria for any of the other bipolar disorders. Bipolar I, bipolar…
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1. Breaking a Scaphoid Bone The scaphoid is one of the eight carpal bones that allow your hand and wrist to be so flexible. Because of its location, it is the carpal bone most often broken, which usually happens when…
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Aerobic exercises depend on breathing and oxygen intake for endurance. In contrast, anaerobic exercises rely mostly on muscle-stored energy sources rather than oxygen to keep the body moving during fast-paced, powerful exercises. Exercises like sprinting, weightlifting, hill climbing and interval…
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March 30, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Massage therapy is a widely used alternative technique to relieve pain and muscle tension. Many people also use massage as a method of stress relief and relaxation. Oil is one of the essential tools of massage, allowing the therapist to…
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Losing weight through exercise requires precise and targeted techniques that accelerate muscle-building and fat-burning. Simply exercising in the first place will get you a long way toward achieving your goals. However, adding a few easy exercise tricks and techniques will…
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Fear of sweating in front of the opposite sex is no excuse to skip the gym as there are several gym chains and programs designed exclusively for women. Women need exercise, too; a study published in the “Journal of the…
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March 30, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
A blackhead, also known as a comedone, is a form of acne that can occur anywhere on the body in proximity to a sebaceous gland. Sebaceous glands produce an oil called sebum. When excess sebum is produced and combines with…
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The New Year is a great time to make fitness resolutions, but if you’re like 80 percent of us, it’s unlikely that you’ll keep that resolution throughout the year, according to an article in the “Wall Street Journal.” Resolutions most…
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Overview Joint pain, most commonly in the form of arthritis, is a widespread problem as people age. Cartilage that keeps the joint bones from rubbing together wears down; and your knees, ankles, fingers, hips and other body parts can become…
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