Overview Sometimes confusion about calorie intake complicates the already difficult process of losing weight. Most people know that cutting calories causes weight loss, but many people struggle to figure out what level of calorie intake will best aid their dieting…
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January 19, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, has several functions in the human body. Good sources of biotin include tomatoes, almonds, onions, cauliflower, chard, carrots, cucumbers, oats, cow’s milk, strawberries and walnuts. Since this vitamin is water-soluble, the body does not…
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January 19, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Interigo is a medical term for a rash that occurs in skin folds. The condition is more common in people who are overweight or diabetic, and in women with large pendulous breasts, but anyone can develop interigo. Rashes beneath the…
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January 19, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The obesity epidemic in the United States largely contributes to the increased number of diabetes cases. According to the World Health Organization, 220 million people worldwide have diabetes, about 90 percent of whom have Type 2. Diet and exercise…
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Going green is a popular catchphrase these days, but what does it mean, and how do you do it? Put simply, going green means making more environmentally friendly decisions. When you go green, you take actions that will lessen your…
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1. Correct Vitamin D Levels Rickets is easily treated by correcting the vitamin D deficiency and making sure that there are adequate levels of calcium and phosphorus as well. Your child will probably need to take supplements to get the…
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Overview A deductible is the amount you pay before your health insurance begins providing coverage for medical expenses. Deductible amounts can vary for different services, such as in-patient hospital stays, prescription drugs, medical procedures and doctor’s visits. Deductibles are just…
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You can increase your metabolism by exercising on a regular basis. Metabolism is the process your body uses to convert food into calories, which you then use for fuel. Your metabolic rate is the number of calories your body burns…
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January 19, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Paternity DNA testing determines the biological father of a child. DNA is a building block of life; it contains information for our tissues’ and organs’ development and their proper functioning. It has two copies, and we inherit one copy…
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The United States is a heavy user of water and energy in the home. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that residential use accounts for almost 60 percent of the public water supply, and 20 percent of your energy bill…
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January 19, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
1. Home Treatments Often, simply rubbing soothing oils and exfoliants into the scar tissue can break up some of the collagen tissue and restore both flatness and normal appearance to the skin. Vitamin E, in particular, can help the skin…
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A classic exercise often used to measure physical fitness, the push-up uses only your body weight to build chest, shoulder, biceps and triceps muscles. Variations on the push-up are used in boot camp classes, kickboxing workouts, circuit training sessions and…
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January 19, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Aloe vera has many different uses and has been used for thousands of years. Variations of aloe do exist, with over 300 species. Most of the species reside in Africa. Aloe plants may have some gardeners and consumers confused with…
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Overview The ability of music to touch the human heart is no mere romantic notion. Scientists have measured the effects of different types of music on the cardiovascular system. Recent research quantifies how this chemistry affects heart rate, blood pressure…
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January 19, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Firm, resilient skin is a sign of youth. Our skin becomes looser as a consequence of natural aging and other life events, like weight loss or childbearing. How much you can tighten your skin is largely determined by how elastic…
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Feeding your infant is not only a necessity, it the ideal way to bond with him starting in his first moments of life. Although born helpless, he has an innate ability to latch onto and suck from a nipple to…
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1. Obtain an Accurate Diagnosis Since so little is known about Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) and its causes, it’s important to obtain a second or even third opinion for a proper diagnosis. The symptoms of this deadly brain disorder, which include…
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Theraband shoulder exercises can be utilized in many different settings, ranging from injury rehabilitation of a 68-year old woman to sport-specific training of a 25-year-old elite athlete. In any case, proper technique is crucial in attaining the results you are…
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January 19, 2014 Mental Health
Overview Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that is involved in such central nervous system functions as “arousal, thermoregulation, mood, appetite, sleep and pain regulatory systems, according to Macalester University. Serotonin is found throughout your body. Metabolism is “the process by which…
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Your posture is what provides your body with the stability needed to maintain muscle, bone and spinal alignment. Practicing bad posture includes habits such as slumping forward, rounding your shoulders, or rounding your upper back. These posture movements force your…
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Overview Approximately 300 children under the age of 5 drown each year in swimming pools, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Simple precautions increase the safety of your home pool for your children and guests who may use…
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January 19, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
1. Treat General Paresis by Treating the Syphilis That Caused It General paresis is a neurological condition caused by damaged nerve endings in the brain. This leads to impaired mental functions and can cause memory loss, personality changes, moodiness, hallucinations…
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Trampolines are not only fun, but they also provide a workout that is easier on the joints than exercising on a hard surface. They can be done almost anywhere as well—mini-trampolines are lightweight, portable and can be used when you…
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Overview Candida infections can make life a misery for those affected. From brain fog to constant fatigue and from itching to an intolerance of carbohydrates, people can experience a vast array of symptoms when this fungal organism–which normally lives in…
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With the variety of golf clubs on the market using new types of materials and sporting different features, for some people it is a blessing that the United States Golf Association allows players to only carry 14 clubs at any…
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Smokers who are new to the habit or who are considering quitting may wonder about how smoking affects the body over the years. The risks for serious health problems are higher among smokers because of their repeated exposure to toxic…
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January 19, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Doctors use laser surgery to treat and correct many eye conditions. As with any type of surgery, laser procedures on the eye may have side effects. Many of these problems gradually disappear as the eye heals. However, knowing the possible…
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Overview Natural and alternative health practices offer a wealth of ways to cleanse the liver. These methods work in three main areas: those that replace nutrients required by the liver that have been lost due to stress or inadequate diet;…
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The American Cancer Society reports that non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma accounts for 4 percent of all cancers, striking approximately 65,000 people in 2009. A lymphoma is a cancer of the cells of the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is responsible for keeping…
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The prostate generally enlarges as a result of inflammation, generalized overgrowth from hormones or tumors. Diseases of the prostate are very common and occur more frequently as men age. Common causes include inflammation, infection, benign prostatic hypertropy or BPH, benign…
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