A bladder infection (Cystitis) is a common occurrence in women during their reproductive years. There are a number of reasons why women are susceptible including the short length of the urethra and the closeness of the urethra to the vagina…
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Overview The Eat to Live Diet is a weight-loss plan developed by Dr. Joel Fuhrman and promises a weight loss of 20 pounds or more in six weeks. Other health benefits promised include lowered blood pressure and a reduced risk…
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March 29, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Flax seed is high in alpha linolenic acids (ALA) that have been touted as a medical supplement since ancient times in Egypt. The ALA in flax seed is a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids, similar to that found in…
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March 29, 2015 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Kegel exercises, or “Kegels,” are exercises in which you contract and relax the pelvic floor muscles. Your pelvic floor muscles can weaken due to pregnancy, childbirth, aging, being overweight or obese and certain abdominal surgeries. Named after Dr. Arnold Kegel,…
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Overview Gout is a form of arthritis that causes severe pain and inflammation in the joints. The condition develops when too much uric acid builds up in the body, causing crystals to be deposited in the joints, causing the symptoms…
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Dementia, the loss of the ability to think and reason, is a devastating disease, no matter what the cause. Dementia is characterized by difficulties with reasoning, memory loss, speech difficulties and loss of motor abilities. Around 5 percent of people…
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A urinary tract infection (UTI) is the presence of bacteria in the urinary tract. UTIs are commonly classified as complicated and uncomplicated. Uncomplicated UTIs are usually due to a structural or functional abnormality. Signs and symptoms of an uncomplicated UTI…
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March 29, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview A kilocalorie is the scientific term for what most of us call a calorie. Technically, a kilocalorie is 1,000 calories, but the term calorie is generally used instead of kilocalorie to describe the units of energy in food, or…
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Our skin undergoes many changes as we age. It loses its fat, tautness, nutrients and hydration level, and it becomes thinner. Gravity takes its toll and leads to sagging skin. The best skin care products for women over 45 can…
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Soccer, a game of precision and athleticism, requires hard work, determination and the ability to work with a team. Practice is essential for a team to excel, so making the drills fun, team oriented and competitive will help maintain the…
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March 29, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is the best way to burn fat off your stomach. The higher the intensity of your workouts, the more calories you will burn and the more your metabolism will be boosted, according to the National…
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Overview Shin guards aren’t a luxury in soccer–they are a necessity. These pads are bound to get odorous as sweat is poured into them, but they also protect your shin bones while you play. The shins are the most commonly…
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March 29, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The normal body weight range for a man depends upon several factors, including height. The most popular method for assessing weight-for-height is by calculating body mass index (BMI). A normal weight is considered a healthy weight. Being overweight may…
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Alprazolam is the generic name for the prescription medication Xanax, which primarily is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders as well as depression-induced anxiety. This medication is one of the benzodiazepine or tranquilizer drugs and works by stabilizing the…
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1. Treat Sleepwalking Through Prevention It may sound counterintuitive, but getting more sleep can help prevent sleepwalking. Someone who walks in her sleep is not getting enough rest, as the sleepwalking state occurs only in the upper stages of sleep,…
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March 29, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Protein is an essential part of the human diet. The National Institutes of Health points out that every cell in the human body contains protein, as do all human fluids except urine and bile. Protein helps repair damaged cells and…
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Overview Road trips often conjure images of fast-food stops, greasy food and a bloated arrival at the final destination. Hit the road without packing on the pounds–a road trip does not have to mean abandoning a healthy diet. Plan meals…
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March 29, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Nutritional supplements are compounds intended to support an athlete’s regular whole-foods diet. Muscle-building supplements for men are those that are designed to facilitate the synthesis of new muscle. These are supplements that, in one way or another, assist the male…
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March 29, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Toe fungus may develop between the toes or affect the toenails. Tinea pedis, or Athlete’s foot, is the most common type of fungal infection of the feet. It spreads by direct contact and causes the skin between the toes…
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Several essential oils may be used for skin care. Once you establish your skin care type, choose an essential oil that is most appropriate for your needs. Some essential oils are suitable for all types of skin care; other essential…
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Overview Instead of making you sore and tired, exercise is supposed to energize and provide a sense of well-being. By eating a proper diet, keeping workout sessions to a reasonable length, getting enough sleep and taking care of other medical…
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Being told that you suffer from an incurable form of cancer or a terminal disease can be quite devastating. Medications and treatments may not be able to completely remove affected tissue or reverse the progression of disease. Medical advancements have…
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March 29, 2015 Children's Health
1. Address the Illness Through Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy One of the most successful eating-disorder treatments for children and adolescents is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Helping kids realize that damaging thoughts and emotions are spurring their harmful eating behaviors, CBT therapists train children…
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March 29, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
The Gazelle Edge is a home cardio machine. It is a glider machine with moveable arms, similar to a NordicTrack skier. The Gazelle Edge uses your upper and lower body during workouts so you’ll burn calories and lose weight, especially…
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Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which blood clots in one of the veins in the calves. This condition can become life threatening if the DVT breaks off and travels to the lungs to cause a pulmonary embolism…
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March 29, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Wheat bran, the outer husk of the wheat grain, is a by-product of the milling process. As an insoluble fiber, wheat bran is part of a healthy diet because it provides bulk or roughage that passes through the stomach…
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MedlinePlus states that herpes is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. As of 2010, all FDA-approved drugs for the treatment of herpes target the same enzyme, called DNA polymerase. However, the efficacy of these drugs appears to be…
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March 29, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Different situations call for different types of listening, and as your listening skills evolve, so will your ability to hear what someone is really saying. As a good communicator, you should know which type of listening to use in each…
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Group B streptococcal (GBS, or beta strep) bacterial infection during pregnancy can cause preterm birth and life-threatening disease in newborns. The CDC recommends screening for GBS in all near-term women and the administration of antibiotics in labor. Studies reviewed by…
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March 29, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Packaged foods come with their calorie and nutrition information pre-calculated for you, and you can look up commodity foods, like ground beef, apples or eggs, in a book or online database, such as the USDA National Nutrient Database. If…
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