January 20, 2014 Senior Health
Overview Global warming or more correctly, climate change, represents the primary threat to the world and its ecosystems. It is a highly complex environmental issue that can affect all life forms on the planet. With so much information already published,…
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January 20, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
When the body has difficulty maintaining its temperature and becomes too hot, heat exhaustion is the result. As the body temperature rises, heat exhaustion can rapidly progress to life-threatening heat stroke if left unchecked. Someone afflicted with heat exhaustion should…
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January 20, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview A person’s skin provides a shield of protection against the elements and potential infections. The skin is covered with various marks, spots, grooves and wrinkles that may or may not be desirable. Moles are found on the skin of…
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January 20, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
A head massage has a number of benefits. Massaging the scalp can help you relax, relieve pain and improve your mood. While you can give yourself a scalp massage, this is best done by somebody else, so you can relax…
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January 20, 2014 Children's Health
People with attention deficit disorder, or ADD, struggle to focus, organize tasks and manage time. They may also have hyperactivity in addition to ADD, a condition known as ADHD. When these symptoms are severe they may mimic some of the…
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1. Identify Common Symptoms of Ataxia Ataxia is not necessarily a disease or a diagnosis. It is a specific set of symptoms that may caused by either a genetic factor or a medical condition such as multiple sclerosis, alcoholism, stroke…
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A well-toned butt, also commonly referred to as your glutes, is one of the most sought-after assets in the gym. Getting results takes time, commitment, and plenty of repetitions. Effectively targeting the gluteus maximus using traditional and some non-traditional exercises…
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Shin splints, or medial tibial stress syndrome, refers to a non-specific cause for pain along the shinbone that occurs due to cumulative stress on the connective tissues attaching lower leg muscles to the bone. Shin splints often develop in runners…
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The piriformis is a small muscle found near the glutes that runs from the outer hip to the pelvic bone. When pain and burning sensations run from the buttocks down the back of the legs, you may have a condition…
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Ginger, or Zingiber officinale, is a perennial that grows 4 feet tall. The name for its family of plants, Zingiber, comes from the Sanskrit word “shringavera,” referring to the shape of a deer’s antlers. The underground rhizome, or root stalk,…
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January 20, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Swollen, puffy eyes can show up if you get too much sleep or not enough, if your allergies are acting up, if you had a little too much to drink the night before or even if your mother had a…
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January 20, 2014 Children's Health
Children mature and become responsible through learning and discipline. Before you get too frustrated with your child, try to remember that misbehaving and testing limits are part of the process of growing up. If you find yourself losing your cool,…
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Overview With rising gasoline prices and concerns about greenhouse gas emissions, hybrid cars have become an important part of the transportation scene in 2010. Car makers have been adding new hybrid models and improving existing ones. Since they command a…
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Basketball is one of America’s most popular sports and has a detailed set of rules. The rules of the game stay consistent from the youth levels up through the professional ranks, with minor differences. Fans can pick up the rules…
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Bloodroot is a perennial herb from the poppy family. It is native to North America and India. The rhizomes, or main stems, and the root parts of the bloodroot plant contain orange-red latex, which the Native Americans used as a…
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Losing fat in one area of the body, such as the upper back, is known as spot reduction. According to the American Council on Exercise, the concept of spot reducing is based on the flawed notion that it is possible…
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1. Understanding Classic Kaposi’s Sarcoma The classic form of this rare cancer was, for many years, the only type seen in Western countries. It has historically affected men, primarily of Eastern European Jewish or Italian heritage. However, in recent years,…
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1. Take Medication Alleviate some of the uncomfortable symptoms that are consistent with a hiatal hernia with over-the-counter and prescription medications. A hiatal hernia is a small hole in your diaphragm through which a small section of your stomach protrudes….
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January 20, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Losing belly fat in your lower abdominal area takes dedication to a healthy diet, daily cardiovascular exercise and strength training, and stress reduction. There is no such thing as spot reducing, according to the American Council on Exercise, so losing…
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A fiber-rich diet is one that meets the recommended adequate intake for dietary fiber: 25 g daily for women younger than 50 and 21 g daily for women 50 and older; 38 g for men younger than age 50 and…
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January 20, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
According to PBS Kids, spelunking, also known as caving, is the exploration of underground caves, and it incorporates rock climbing, hiking and camping, and can last anywhere from several hours to several days. Caving is a popular activity around the…
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1. Take Medication Treat the chest pain that stems from costochondritis–the inflammation of the connective tissue that joins your ribs and sternum–with medication. Use over-the-counter drugs called NSAIDs (non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs) to relieve minor pain and discomfort that come and…
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1. Eat and Live Healthfully As long as you’re taking good care of your body, you shouldn’t have to start a special diet for hepatitis C. Just eat healthy foods, including plenty of fruits and vegetables, lean meats and whole…
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An earache in babies can be due to an infection or a trapped object in the ear canal, such as wax or water. Most earache treatments can be administered at home. If an infant has a high fever or an…
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Unicycles don’t get enough love. They’re often thought of as the mode of transportation of circus and street performers. In reality, unicycles require feats of balance and strength and demonstrate that the riders have learned a real skill. Once you…
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According to the United States Census Bureau, America is home to more than 11 million single parents. For those guys out there looking for love, skipping over a woman with children may be causing you to miss out on the…
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January 20, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
As the number of Americans who are overweight has grown, so have the numbers of bariatric surgeries. About one-third of U.S. adults are now overweight or obese. In 2008, an estimated 220,000 extremely obese Americans underwent bariatric surgery to reduce…
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Everyday choices that affect weight, diet, physical activity and lifestyle contribute to heart health or the development of heart disease. To keep your heart healthy, lower risk by adopting healthful eating patterns, appropriate body weight, optimal cholesterol profile and normal…
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Of the many men and women who are affected by herpes every year, some aren’t even aware they have the virus. When mild, the initial signs of the herpes virus are easily confused with other maladies. According to the University…
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January 20, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
If your sneakers are worn out, too small or out of style, consider your options before throwing them in the trash. Shoe repair shops can refurbish your favorite sneakers but if the shoe no longer fits, donate or repurpose them….
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