Overview A golf club is made of the club head, the grip and the shaft. Each component has a specific function in determining the quality, accuracy, distance and trajectory of a player’s shot. How the golf shaft affects your play…
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After a long day of feedings and diaper changes, it’s finally time to put your new bundle of joy down for the night. But there’s just one problem: you’ve been up for almost 20 hours and she just won’t go…
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Overview Beautiful and majestic, Maui offers activities and sites that make visitors never want to leave. The gorgeous island of Maui is the second largest island in Hawaii, and attracts visitors interested in sightseeing, local art and culture, water sports…
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March 22, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview If you consume protein shakes as a post-workout recovery aid, a meal replacement or just to add more protein to your diet, you are not alone. Protein shakes are part of a multibillion-dollar dietary supplement industry advertising their products…
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Yoga and other mind-body disciplines such as Pilates represent the most rapidly expanding area of the fitness industry. The minimal space and equipment required to practice yoga make it an ideal in home workout and the number of DVDs and…
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March 22, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Night sweats are episodes of perspiration so excessive that it soaks through nightclothes or bedding. They are a common and harmless symptom of women going through menopause. Night sweats in a male, or in a clearly pre-menopausal female, are more…
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1. Notice When You Feel Full One of the identifying factors for gastroparesis, also known as delayed gastric emptying, is that you may only be able to eat a few bites of your meal before you feel uncomfortably full and…
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March 22, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
If you find yourself having trouble paying attention for long periods of time, unable to study or unable to stay on task, you may decide its time to increase your intake of certain vitamins. The B vitamins, vitamin C and…
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Overview Since your gear works in harmony with your muscles, fluid, efficient skiing requires choosing the most appropriate equipment for your height, weight, terrain choice, skill set and body type. Your ski equipment forms a communication network between your body’s…
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March 22, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
1. Before Visible Symptoms Begin People who are very sensitive to the changes in their bodies may notice early symptoms of shingles, or the herpes zoster virus. Others may misconstrue them as signs of migraine or flu. Even correctly diagnosing…
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Drug abuse, especially with drugs such as heroin, has a profound effect on brain functioning, particularly with long-term drug use. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, “addiction is a brain disease that affects multiple brain circuits, including those…
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1. Signs of Serious Injury Most contusion bruises aren’t severe problems and can be treated at home. However, an increase in localized pain and swelling that starts within a half-hour of the injury could be a sign of a bone…
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The back contains a number of muscle groups that perform different functions. The latissimus dorsi and teres pull the arms toward the body. The rhomboids and trapezius move the shoulder blades. The lower back stabilizes the upper body. The best…
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Overview A stationary bike is a popular choice for those looking to participate in cardiovascular exercise, as it’s effective in developing the cardiovascular system and burning calories. The stationary bike provides the convenience of being able to work out while…
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A 150-meter swim is considered a sprint distance in most competitions. However, for many, a 150-meter swim is a distance that requires careful planning and thought to complete successfully. Make sure you have appropriate gear so you can focus on…
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Conserving energy reduces the amount of fossil fuels that your household consumes. This, in turn, can slow down the climate change affecting the earth. Energy conservation can start with small lifestyle changes that, when practiced regularly, make a big difference….
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Overview The average American home has 24 electronic products, according to the Consumer Electronics Association. As of 2010, you are not obligated by the federal government to recycle your electronics; however, many states, including California, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, have some…
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1. Emergency First Aid for Symptoms A tooth abscess is a pus-filled area where bacteria has entered the tooth pulp though a crack or cavity in the enamel and caused an infection. It is a sign that your tooth and…
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March 22, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
1. Lifestyle Changes: What You Can Do to Improve Your GERD Treating GERD doesn’t always require medication. Your doctor will probably recommend that you start with some simple lifestyle changes to reduce your symptoms. If you are overweight, getting to…
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Overview A well-strengthened and defined upper abdominal region stabilizes the pelvis and spine to prevent lower-back injuries. It also allows more rapid and powerful movements of the limbs. A well-defined upper-abdominal region is, perhaps, the most sought-after portion of the…
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March 22, 2015 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Nicknamed the “city that never sleeps,” New York City offers a variety of activities that provide exercise and encourage wellness. Whether you’re traveling to the city for a weekend adventure or looking for something new to try out, there…
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Resistance bands are compact, lightweight exercise tools that can be used in the gym, at home, while traveling and even by those restricted to bed because of illness or injury. Resistance bands are available in the form of giant rubber…
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Along with the many ways there are to cleanse the liver, there are many ways a liver cleanse can go wrong. Side effects of an inappropriate or improperly executed cleanse can range from unpleasant to life threatening. Overzealousness and the…
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Overview Wooden bats have been used in baseball since the 1850s. Throughout the years they have changed in weight, size and shape. Several different materials have been used and the number of manufacturers has increased exponentially. The widespread use of…
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Overview Street bicycle tires have a smooth surface, in contrast to the knobby thick tread of most mountain bike tires. The two types are optimized for different types of riding. However, there is a wide range of tread thicknesses and…
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1. Take the Same Steps You Would Take to Avoid a Common Cold Viruses spread primarily through bodily fluids and skin-to-skin contact. If you’re around someone with a known case of viral meningitis, you can prevent infection by avoiding contact…
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Overview Swollen gums can cause mild to severe pain and may lead to other dental problems. Mildly swollen gums from a known irritant, such as brushing too hard, may heal on their own with no medical intervention needed. Severe cases…
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Pain and stiffness in the leg can be caused by injury or disease. According to MayoClinic.com, most pain in the leg is a result of long-term or sudden damage to a ligament, bone, muscle or tendon. If it’s difficult to…
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March 22, 2015 Children's Health
Overview Human beings use language in a uniquely subtle and sophisticated way, suggests Noam Chomsky, the renowned linguist, in “Language and Mind. ” A baby’s progress is remarkable as he moves from simple crying at birth, to using up to…
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The pectoral muscles are in the chest and consist of the pectoralis major and minor. Free weight exercises to work this are require dumbbells, barbells and benches. Even though the pecs are referred to as one muscle, perform exercises that…
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