1. White is Right Teeth whitening toothpaste is a great alternative to other over-the-counter teeth whitening products or a great addition to other whitening products as a way to maintain the color you’ve achieved. Although you won’t achieve the results…
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Some people think that the only way to build muscle is to join a gym or buy expensive exercise equipment. Even though joining a gym can help, it is not a necessity. Neither is buying expensive equipment. Muscle can be…
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Muscle spasms are caused when an already tensed muscle is overextended, such as when exercising, causing the core fibers of the muscle to contract uniformly and suddenly. Spasms can occur anywhere in the body, including the lower back. According to…
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Shoulder injuries go with the territory of athletic training and competition. Even soccer, well known for use of the legs and head, sees its share of shoulder trauma. Various athletic movements give rise to a range of overuse and accidental…
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A Roman Chair may refer to a couple of different gym machines. The captain’s chair or hanging leg station is one variation of a Roman Chair on which a person can do ab exercises from an upright position. Another version…
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1. National Park Camping is Budget Friendly National Park camping offers families an inexpensive vacation option. Unlike hotel rooms, which can cost hundreds of dollars a night, a lot at a National Park campground may only be 10 or 20…
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Horsetail has been used as an herbal remedy since the time of ancient Greece. Horsetail has silicon, which has a role in strengthening bones, and has diuretic properties. It comes in dried and liquid preparations. Because some species of horsetail…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Homeopathy is a system of medicine in the same sense as Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese medicine, and Western medicine. It is typically viewed as an alternative to Western medicine. Extremely diluted amounts of natural substances derived from plants, animals and…
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1. A migraine is a headache, but it’s also another way of saying a really bad headache. Migraines belong to a group called vascular headaches, probably caused by problems with blood vessels in the brain. And to add more factors,…
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1. Adopt for the Right Reason Many people take the adoption route to start or add to a family for a variety of reasons, from inability to conceive to wanting to open their home to children. Adoptions aren’t always planned,…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Teen obesity affects about one-third of the U.S. population, according to CBS News Health. That equates to approximately 11 million overweight or obese teens, all of which face increased risks of developing one or more of over 20 different…
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Recognizing that your child is depressed can cause an array of feelings such as sadness, frustration, guilt and shame. Symptoms of childhood depression include issues with eating and sleeping, nightmares, refusal to go to school, a drop in grades, irritability,…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Serotonin is a neurotransmitter found in the brain that is thought to play a major role in regulating mood, sleep, body temperature and behavior, according to 3DChem. Low levels of serotonin may be linked to depression, anxiety, migraines and other…
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1. Pump Some Iron One way to prevent knee injuries while bowling is to build your leg muscles, especially in your thighs. This gives your approach more control and balance, so your knee tendons and ligaments deal with much less…
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were 112,000 hospital cases in the U.S. in 2005 alone that had the diagnosis of either cirrhosis or chronic liver disease. In 2006, cirrhosis was responsible for 27,555 U.S….
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
According to Anitra C. Carr, research associate at the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University, tea tree oil gets its healing power–and its distinctive fragrance–from terpene alcohols, strong compounds that fight infectious bacteria, fungi and viruses. Tea tree oil’s…
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Parkinson’s disease is a neurological disease that affects movement, leading to muscular rigidity, tremors and slowed movements. Speech, emotions, mental processing and swallowing ability may be affected. Medications are available to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s and some patients benefit…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Losing weight is hard enough, but hitting a weight loss plateau can make it even tougher. Hitting a plateau can be discouraging and might even lead some to give up altogether. Understanding the reasons behind a weight loss plateau can…
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Overview As infants grow, they develop speech that helps them communicate with the rest of the world. Parents can help by talking and playing with their baby. Speech development is gradual and begins as soon as a baby is born….
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Overview Kidney stones are one of the oldest and most painful urologic diseases in the world. The National Kidney and Urologic Disease Information Clearinghouse reports that every year, kidney stone problems account for more than 3 million doctor visits. More…
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High blood pressure (HBP) is a condition affecting about 1 in 3 adults in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It is defined as a blood pressure reading of 140/90 mmHg or higher….
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Improving your body’s metabolism with the right nutrition can help you burn fat more easily. According to dietitian Joanne Larsen MS RD LD, adding the right nutrients to your diet helps to boost oxygen transport for improved energy and metabolism…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Salicylic acid is a naturally occurring acid that is commonly used as a topical treatment for a range of skin disorders, including seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis and viral warts. Salicylic acid is an ingredient in many over-the-counter and prescription skin…
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1. Budget When the paychecks stop, the bills keep rolling in. Families must not use denial as a coping mechanism during this time. Have a family meeting and decide how you will continue to meet your basic needs during the…
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Overview Much has changed in boxing since its heyday in the middle of the 20th century. While it no longer commands the popularity it once did — boxing, baseball and horse racing were the unchallenged leaders of the American sporting…
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Your body needs oxygen to produce the energy needed to function normally. The oxygen you breathe in goes through tiny air sacs in your lungs and into the blood stream, where red blood cells pick it up and carry it…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
1. Take Baby Steps The Macrobiotic Diet is a way of life, which closely resembles a vegan diet. If you are used to eating the way most people do, transitioning to eating a different way may be difficult. Taking smaller…
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Having a baby takes months of preparation. This preparation can include buying clothes, toys, car seats, diapers and for some it can include buying storage space in a private cord blood bank. Cord blood is stem cell rich blood extracted…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Tea tree oil, the essential oil extracted from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, is a homeopathic remedy used in the treatment of skin conditions, such as athlete’s foot, acne and dandruff. According to the Mayo Clinic, tea tree oil is…
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Overview Regular exercise is an essential component of diabetes care. Exercise helps to keep blood sugar levels controlled and decreases overall risks for diabetes complications. Walking is a convenient, low-cost way to exercise. A few helpful suggestions can help someone…
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