March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends limiting consumption of discretionary calories in the form of added saturated fats, alcohol and added sugars to eight to 20 percent of total calories per day based on factors such as age,…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Some woman seek to enlarge the breasts without the aid of surgery or the temporary fix found in a push-up bra. While breasts are mostly fat tissue that cannot be enlarged with exercise, the pectorals underneath the breasts react to…
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Heat exhaustion is the second stage in a series of reactions to heat involving a spike in body temperature and a loss of the body’s ability to cool itself. More serious than heat cramps, heat exhaustion occurs after a prolonged…
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March 19, 2015 Children's Health
Overview Potty training a boy is not quite the same process as potty training a girl. Boys often start potty training later and take more time to learn to use the toilet than girls do, according to Kids Health. Identifying…
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Cancer of the pancreas is on the increase in the United States, according to the National Cancer Institute, NCI. It currently ranks fourth in causes of cancer deaths in the U.S. Pancreatic cancer arises in either of the two parts…
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1. Getting Early and Regular Prenatal Care Regular monitoring of you and your baby is the best way of preventing intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), or at least catching it early on. Intrauterine growth restriction cannot always be prevented. However, there…
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The Teaser is an intermediate mat exercise. Lying supine, you hinge at the hips to lift your upper body and straight legs to form a V-shape. The teaser requires abdominal strength, spine flexibility, and the ability to isolate muscle groups….
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Overview Northwest Ohio is a very active destination for locals and vacationers. It is famous for its parks, nature preserves, beaches and birds, so you can count on exercise and nature walks when you go there. Additionally, it has many…
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Whether you’re playing cricket in the park with your friends or out in the middle for a match, it can help to have a few tricks up your sleeve. As a bowler, the art of deception can be key to…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Friendly bacteria, also called probiotics, live in some foods and the digestive system and influence body functions. Some relieve lactose intolerance. Some enhance the immune system by protecting against other bacteria that cause disease. Others protect against cancers in the…
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Overview The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency predicts that water recycling will become increasingly more common in response to concerns about pollution and the environment and to help meet growing demand for water. Recycled water is used in farming and industry,…
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Overview For children ages 2 and up, fortified soymilk is a low-fat source of calcium, protein, B-complex vitamins and vitamins A, C, D, and E. But soymilk is not for babies under age 1. The American Academy of Pediatrics’ 2005…
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1. Irregular or Complete Absences of Menstruation The single most common symptom of polycystic ovary syndrome is an irregular menstrual cycle that may include several months without a period. This can be tougher to detect in young girls, as irregular…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Almost everyone experiences body odor, also called bromhidrosis, at some point. Body odor can stem from different things, and it may smell differently in different people. The scent may be musty, rancid, sweet or sour, but it is generally…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
1. Get the Red Out So you have a party to attend or a hot date and you realize you have an unsightly blemish. Now what to do? First, try to reduce the redness and decrease swelling by applying a…
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Overview When you think of Las Vegas, you don’t think “healthy,” but Las Vegas has more to offer than comp drinks and smoky casinos. From close encounters with desert wildlife to the best “Dam” marathons around, Las Vegas offers lots…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Young babies can either be fed with breast milk or formula. Dr. Bill Sears, pediatrician and associate clinical professor of pediatrics, states that breast milk is more nutritious than formula because it has antibodies and hormones which boost the baby’s…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Sulfur is a crystalline mineral often used to combat acne. Because of its unpleasant odor and drying effects, sulfur is typically not used by itself, but usually is paired with other acne-fighting ingredients, such as benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid….
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Theraband exercises are a form of resistance training that senior citizens can do to improve muscular fitness and improve their ability to perform everyday activities. Group theraband classes offer you an effective and unintimidating means of increasing your muscular strength…
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Excessive estrogen is a problem for a women and is the major cause of most women’s health problems, including breast, uterine and ovarian cancer. PMS, or premenstrual syndrome, occurs when a woman’s estrogen levels are too high in proportion to…
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1. Corneal Abrasions When astigmatic patients visit their ophthalmologists for treatment, they’re often prescribed corrective lenses to manage their vision problems. Contact lenses have flourished over the past 25 years. While most contacts are safe to wear, complications from wearing…
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Overview Sleeping is one of the most overlooked aspects of health. No matter how many calories we burn or diets we survive, without sleep the benefits of healthy living are seriously compromised. For those who cannot get enough sleep or…
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It’s never too late to get in shape. Exercise DVDs are a fun, convenient way to improve your fitness level within the comfort of your own home. With hundreds of DVDs on the market, choosing the right one can be…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Many aspects of managing type 2 diabetes involve weight management, as most people who have the disease are overweight or obese. According to Medline Plus, a moderate weight loss of even 10 pounds can lead to better glucose control…
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Water is one resource that the human race cannot live without. Unfortunately, this resource is often wasted, and in some cases polluted to a point that it can no longer be used for consumption. Luckily, there are ways that you…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Fibromyalgia is a chronic and incurable condition that involves symptoms such as widespread pain and severe fatigue. The University of Maryland Medical Center states that people with fibromyalgia also deal with a host of other symptoms, including digestion problems,…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Nails, located on the top of the toes and fingers, are made up of a protein known as keratin and are similar to animal claws. A lack of vitamins can cause the nails too turn a yellow color and make…
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1. Zone 1 Headache Signs A headache that occurs while your nasal passages are blocked hurts more due to the pressure on the sinuses. Instead of an overall ache that seems to encompass the entire skull, sinus headache symptoms center…
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Overview Anemia refers to low red blood cell counts; common symptoms of anemia include fatigue and pallor. It is divided into three types: microcytic, normocytic, and macrocytic. Microcytic anemia means there are low numbers of red blood cells and they…
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The male prostate gland helps to produce substances for the reproductive process. The small gland wraps around the tube–known as the urethra–from the bladder to the penis. FamilyDoctor.org states the size of the prostate compares with a walnut. Several conditions…
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