March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
1. Is it Whole Grain or Whole Wheat? Whole grain is grain that has been minimally processed and retains the outer hull (bran) and inner kernel. Whole grains have more “chew” to them, which is one of the reasons that…
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Your lat muscles can be found in the middle of your back and, according to Shape Fit, are responsible for helping you extend, rotate and pull your arms in toward your body. The lats are engaged during activities that require…
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1. Assume the Boxing Position Punching combinations in boxing call for skill and endurance. Each punch requires proper technique to set up subsequent punches. Before throwing any combinations, assume the proper boxing stance. Position your feet shoulder-width apart equally balancing…
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The drug generically named lisinopril is prescribed in the treatment of high blood pressure—hypertension—and congestive heart failure. This medication belongs to a group of medications known as ACE inhibitors. ACE means angiotensin converting enzyme. ACE inhibitors help relax blood vessels…
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Urinary tract infections are bacterial infections that occur in the kidneys, ureters, bladder or urethra. The infections are more common in women, especially women of reproductive age. According to the “Physicians’ Desk Reference,” a clinical reference manual, up to 35…
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The rotator muscles of the hip joint reinforce and stabilize the deep ball and socket design of the hip. It is important to include hip rotator exercises in your daily routine for proper balance, stability and spine alignment. Muscles of…
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Each fall, thousands of hunters travel to the woods and fields in search of deer. A popular method of deer hunting is using a bow, which typically requires getting within 40 yards of the deer; however, getting within this shooting…
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Overview Cervical cancer is cancer that grows in the cells of the cervix, located at the lower end of the uterus. It may also be called the uterine cervix. This cancer is typically slow-growing, and Pap smears can help detect…
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Overview The effort needed to perform a task and achieve an outcome that is both productive and effective depends a great deal on the effectiveness of team communication as stated in the article “Achieving Effectiveness” by Linda Miller. Good team…
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1. Understand How Quick-Relief Asthma Medications Help When someone is having an asthma attack their airways constrict or close up. This makes it difficult to get air into the lungs. An asthma attack can be life threatening if symptoms persist…
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While fat cannot be spot-reduced by only exercising an area to decrease its fat reserves, focusing on losing fat overall combined with strengthening certain muscle groups helps promote the replacement of muscle for fat in those areas. Exercises for excess…
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March 19, 2015 Children's Health
Chicken pox used to be a common disease in children. Most people think of chicken pox as a mild disease and consider the itchy bumps the worst symptom. However, in some cases serious problems occur, and the patient might need…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
A high metabolism is the key to weight management. Your metabolism the process your body uses to turn nutrients like fat, carbohydrates and protein into energy. The higher your metabolic rate, the more food you can eat without gaining weight….
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1. More Risk Required Extreme skiing is for experienced skiers who crave more adrenalin, more risks and more challenges. Extreme skiing can include feats like: riding a helicopter to the top of the highest mountain and skiing down it, skiing…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
If you have a cut or scrape, tea tree oil may work as well as over-the-counter antibiotic creams due to active compounds like terpenoids, which kill fungus and bacteria, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). The oil might also…
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Swimming is one of the most popular outdoor recreational activities, especially for children. In the United States, 41 percent of children and 17 percent of adults swim at least six times a year, according to the Centers for Disease Control…
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Barbells are free weights that can be used to work your back muscles. The main muscles in your back are the erector spinae, latissimus dorsi and rhomboids, in order from the lowest to highest. When using a barbell, you need…
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Methadone is a powerful synthetic opiate used to treat moderate to severe pain. It also is considered the standard of treatment as an opiate replacement therapy for heroin addiction. It is about as strong as morphine, but lasts much longer,…
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Emu oil has been used for thousands of years by Australian aborigines as a natural treatment for many of life’s ills. To this day, many people use natural emu oil as a treatment for many health issues. Natural Pain Relief…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
In 2006, cardiovascular diseases caused more than a third of all deaths in the United States, according to the American Heart Association. Keeping the heart healthy is particularly important for those with a family history of hypertension, high cholesterol, heart…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
1. Naturally Produced by the Body The human body manufacturers coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) naturally to assist with basic cell functioning. Normal aging and some long-term illnesses, including heart ailments, Parkinson’s disease, muscular dystrophy, cancer, diabetes and HIV/AIDS, and certain medications…
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March 19, 2015 First Month Symptoms of Pregnancy
Most women experience the first symptoms of pregnancy within a few weeks of conception. The first month of pregnancy brings a variety of bodily changes. Symptoms vary for each woman as well as for each pregnancy, and most symptoms are…
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Meditation is a great way to reduce stress and calm the body and mind. With the advent of advanced brain imaging technology, we can now “see” the effects of meditation on the brain. Most modern day practitioners come to meditation…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Diet experts agree that the most lasting weight loss comes at one or two pounds per week. There are times, though, when that’s not enough and extreme measures need to be taken. Reasons for an extreme weight loss plan range…
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The post-pregnancy tummy tends to be a problem for many new moms. The best way to restore strength to your stretched-out stomach muscles is to start from the inside out. The transverse abdominis, the deepest layer of the abdominal wall,…
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1. Long Held Japanese Martial Arts Traditions Judo means gentle ways and was patterned after the ancient Japanese fighting form called Jui jitsu. While employing the throws and moves of the fighting martial arts program, Judo also incorporates mental and…
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Improving your memory is not difficult. In fact, unless you have a medical condition that requires professional help to improve memory function, all you have to do is learn more effective ways of processing new information and start some new…
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Overview Oil of oregano generates a considerable amount of Internet chatter. It’s derived from the same herb that you find in pasta sauces and pizza, and proponents promote it for use for a disparate array of health conditions, including migraines,…
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1. Setting Up the BMX Rules Nowhere is evolution so intrinsic as in BMX, or Bicycle Motocross. In the 1970s, groups of neighborhood bike riders in California decided their 20-inch Stingray bicycles could fly, flip and stand on end. While…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Body wraps use a variety of nourishing ingredients, such as clay and avocado, designed to compact skin and absorb excess liquid. The warmth provided by these wraps can also help to relieve aching muscles. A body wrap in a…
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