Overview Muscular dystrophy and cerebral palsy are disorders that affect muscles. Despite that similarity, there are clear differences between the two conditions, as described by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Disorder Development Muscular dystrophy is a genetic…
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Multiple sclerosis typically appears from the ages of 20 to 40. Women experience multiple sclerosis more than men. This disease involves malfunction of the central nervous system. The communication system between the brain and various areas of the body malfunctions…
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1. Find Sequences of Asanas for Special Needs There are several sequences that focus on particular needs. Pregnant women need different sequences of asanas than a fifty-year-old male that has a back problem. Asanas for those with back problems may…
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Smoking is an addiction that affects millions of people. It is very important to teach children the dangers of smoking, and for non-smoking adults to not start smoking. While it is difficult to quit smoking, doing so can add years…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Although they are low in protein, canned green beans provide many minerals and vitamins. Like many vegetables, green beans are also high in fiber and low in fat. Dietary Recommended Intakes (DRI) are for adults under age 50. Percentages…
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In an effort to be more “green,” or environmentally conscious, you may be excited to start recycling more often. Before you place your offerings on your curb to be picked up by your town’s recycling program, you should know that…
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Overview Parkinson’s disease is a progressive, neurological disorder that typically strikes people in their 60s and 70s but also can affect people under the age of 40, according to the American Parkinson Disease Association. The disease does not have a…
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Overview High blood pressure affects millions of Americans, and a respected medical clinic reports the condition affects most people at some time in their lives. To treat high blood pressure, doctors prescribe medications and recommend lifestyle changes, such as more…
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The average adult needs just over eight hours of sleep per night, though only about 35 percent of Americans consistently get this much rest, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Trouble sleeping may stem from stress, tension, certain…
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Overview Wushu is the Mandarin term for martial arts with the character “Wu,” meaning military, and the “Shu,” meaning art. Wushu is an ancient form of combat that has evolved into a popular performing art and sport in China. Though…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
1. What on Earth is a Carb Crash? The Atkins diet is a low carb, high protein diet. During the very first stage of the diet, called the Induction Phase, carbohydrates are limited to 20 grams per day–with 15 of…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
The black walnut tree (Juglans nigra) grows naturally in the central and east central portions of the United States, producing aromatic nuts for use in foods and quality lumber for construction. However, it’s the bark of the tree, the green…
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Overview Learning how to hit a golf ball properly is a journey. When golfers are new to the game, they can often find it overwhelming. This is especially true when they play with more experienced players, who tend to hit…
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Overview Rhodiola rosea is an herb traditionally used in several European countries and Russia for treating illness and fatigue and improving sexual performance, memory and various other body functions. It is typically taken in capsule form, and the recommended dosage…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
The areas of your ear that you can pierce range from the top helix to the lobe, with several spots in between. The types of pierced earrings used in the ears vary based on the location of the piercing. The…
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In the March 2010 issue of “The New England Journal of Medicine,” Elizabeth Shane, MD, writes that 10 to 12 million Americans are affected by osteoporosis. This disease decreases the density of bone and results in increased bone fractures. In…
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One of the most frequent causes of blisters on the tongue is a vitamin B deficiency. According to Ayurvedic methodology, taking a supplement on a regular basis might be all you need to do to take care of existing blisters,…
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1. Stay Connected Every Iyengar yoga asana trains the practitioner to became aware of the body-mind connection and the way all the parts of the body relate to one another. To perfect any pose in Iyengar yoga, you should understand…
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Thigh fat is not as serious as deep belly fat that surrounds your organs, but it can still lead to frustration and self consciousness. To lose thigh fat fast, you need to lose weight throughout your whole body because spot…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Many breastfeeding mothers use fenugreek to increase milk supply. This traditional herb, commonly used in Indian cooking, is a galactagogue, or a substance that causes lactation. While breastfeeding works on a basic supply and demand principle, some mothers might…
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When you have excess belly fat, you are at high risk for conditions like diabetes, metabolic syndrome, cancer and heart disease according to the Mayo Clinic. To lose your belly, you have to lose weight throughout your entire body. This…
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The Six Week Body Makeover is a customizable diet and fitness program by Michael Thermond. The program allows you to create a diet and exercise program specific to your body type and gender. The list of total exercises in this…
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Overview You burn more calories riding a stationary bicycle than walking, even if you’re bicycling moderately and race walking, according to a study of more than 100 activities that was published in the July 2004 issue of the “Harvard Heart…
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Overview Psyllium husk has been used throughout the world for various medicinal purposes such as heart disease prevention, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome relief and weight loss. Psyllium fiber comes from the husk of the plantago ovata seed. This herb needs…
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Compounds in the chasteberry tree may help reduce hot flashes, ease cyclic breast pain, lessen excessive menstrual bleeding and stimulate breast milk production. Because of its hormone-like effects, though, chasteberry is risky for women who are pregnant, trying to conceive,…
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1. Pitching Makes the Team A baseball team with good pitchers makes a champion team. Pitching comes before hitting–a maxim all baseball coaches know and practice. They even agree that 80 percent of the sport is pitching. For this reason,…
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Your neck muscles bend your neck to the side, forward and backward as well as rotate your neck. Safe ways to strengthen these muscles include using only the weight of your head or using only the resistance of your hand…
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Dirt bikes, also known as off-highway motorcycles, are popular primarily among young males, who enjoy the hard riding and racing that is a step up from other “outlaw” sports like skateboarding and BMX bike riding. According to the Centers for…
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The average adult has about 216 bones forming the support structures of his body. Muscles, ligaments and tendons, as well as your nervous system, provide the movement of the skeleton. Among all of these bones, three major bone structures are…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Minor changes can reap big rewards. People who dramatically change their lifestyle in a matter of days get overwhelmed. Altering just one component of your weight loss routine can be the difference between making the process a breeze or seemingly…
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