March 19, 2015 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview The Mayo Clinic explains that the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, or AIDS, is due to the infection of the human immunodeficiency virus, also known as HIV. It’s most often contracted by unprotected sex, but can also develop as a result…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, one blistering sunburn in adolescence more than doubles your chances of developing skin cancer. While prevention is clearly the key, treating an existing sunburn with great care is also important in preventing further skin…
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Overview The major tool of bicycle chain repair is the chain breaker. Despite its name, this tool can build and reattach as well as disassemble a chain. The chain breaker pushes out the pins, or rivets, that hold the links…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Amino acids are the building blocks that form proteins in the body. The 10 essential amino acids are those that cannot be synthesized by your body. You must obtain all 10 essential amino acids for proper protein synthesis. These are…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Generalized water retention refers to swelling that occurs throughout the body. It is often related to diet, hormones or activity level. Localized water retention is swelling in a specific part of the body. Feet, ankles, legs, hands and arms are…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview If you have onychomycosis, you may be avoiding wearing flip-flops or sandals. This unsightly and somewhat embarrassing condition is very common, and also very difficult to treat. Surprisingly, your home medicine cabinet may contain a cure. Some tout Vicks…
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Overview Originating in the Okinawa region of 18th century Japan, karate is a traditional martial art utilizing punches, strikes, kicks and knife-hands (or “karate chops”) in a comprehensive self-defense system. Karateka–or karate practitioners–advance in belt grade by learning a series…
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1. Help Kids Train Properly As much as we like to think so, kids are not little adults. With that in mind, you should not use the training regimen that you would use in an adult to train a child….
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March 19, 2015 Sexual and Reproductive Health
A condom is the only method that will protect against both sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy. Condoms come in all styles, colors and sizes. Usually when we hear the word “condom” we immediately think of the male condom. But the…
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Pregnant women should begin exploring their pain-relief options several weeks or months before labor begins. Even women who plan to have a natural birth without pain-relieving drugs need to learn what options exist for coping with contraction pains and the…
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Fluid build-up in the ears is a common condition. It can be treated in several ways, depending on the cause. If the fluid build-up is triggered by allergy-induced sinus problems, a decongestant may do the trick. Antibiotics may be needed…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Hordeolum, or styes, are infections of the eyelid often caused by staphylococcus aureus bacteria. They are common but usually self-limited conditions. Styes can occur externally or internally on the eyelid, with external more commonly seen. Infection of an eyelash follicle…
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Overview Seventy percent of all current smokers want to quit completely, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While many people have tried to quit multiple times before and failed, participating in a smoking cessation program will…
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Your first time at the gym, you might have stared in confusion at all the complicated exercise machines. Weights, pulleys, chains, grips—the number of options can be daunting. Learn about the benefits of the different types of weight-training machines, and…
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“Strength Training Anatomy” explains that the abdominal muscles work together to not only move your torso in relation to your legs but also to support your internal organs. Strong abdominal muscles help give you a flat stomach, while weak abdominal…
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1. Going With the Groove Breakdancing is an extremely physical form of breakdancing because it involves every part of your body and it is usually done in a freestyle form instead of in a choreographed routine like other types of…
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1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview A scar is a mark on the skin that forms after a wound has healed. Your skin is very delicate, and any kind of burn, surgery or injury can cause the development of scars. Scars can look unattractive, especially…
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If skimming over the surface of the ocean at high speeds sounds like a good time, then windsurfing is the sport for you. Although it does takes time to develop professional-level skills, using the right equipment and taking lessons are…
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Overview Condoms are excellent for preventing the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV/AIDS. Condoms made of latex are the best in preventing STDs. Lamb-skin condoms for people with a latex allergy are thought to have an increased risk of…
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Post nasal drip is a condition where a person feels excessive mucus in the back of his throat, according to Doctor Muarry Grossan, an eye, nose and throat specialist in California. Post nasal drip may be felt as a constant…
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If you have wondered if an item can be recycled, it probably can. Many household items are recyclable, and there are many good reasons to recycle; from reducing the need to manufacture new materials to keeping the world’s landfills a…
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Overview Healthy teeth and gums allow us to eat, chew, talk and smile. Help you child begin a lifetime of good dental health by caring for her first teeth, and as she gets older, by teaching her how to care…
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Bacterial meningitis is an infection of the tissues surrounding the brain and spinal cord, according to the Cleveland Clinic. The infected tissues are called meninges. This infection can be caused by many different kinds of bacteria. Bacterial meningitis is the…
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Some exercises are more effective than others at burning calories and enhancing weight loss. Weight training increases calorie burning more than moderate intensity cardiovascular exercise due to the larger number of calories burned during the recovery process, according to the…
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March 19, 2015 Effects of Too Much Caffeine
Caffeine is a drug that occurs naturally in many plants and can also be produced synthetically. It is a stimulant that acts on your central nervous system, and is used to temporarily increase alertness. Many common beverages and medications contain…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview More than one-third of Americans are obese, with millions more overweight, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Being overweight can lead to diabetes, coronary heart disease and a variety of other long-term health problems. Learning to…
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The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the FDIC, is an independent federal government agency that provides monetary protection of certain types of deposit banking accounts. In return for these protections, banks must follow FDIC mandated regulations. One type of regulated account…
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Swelling in your gums is a common occurrence, and it can occur for many reasons. Some of these are due to external causes, such as sensitivity to dentures or a toothpaste or mouthwash. But there are also more serious causes,…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Doctors recommended weights for their patients based on the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company’s weight-for-height tables for decades, according to “Essentials for Health and Wellness.” The tables, which were created in 1943, recommend weight ranges for people with small, medium…
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