1. Keep Your Doctor Informed of all Effects of Adderall The potential side effects of Adderall, a prescription medication used to treat ADHD, weight loss and narcolepsy, can be fairly serious. These side effects can include loss of appetite, weight…
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January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Following a healthy eating plan is essential for achieving and maintaining a healthy body weight. Limiting daily calories to 1,200 per day can be challenging; a report by the World Health Organization states that in 1999 the world average…
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January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview All sorts of pills claim to help a person burn fat–but if you are eating an inappropriate amount of calories, no pill will help and weight loss will be nonexistent. Unfortunately, there is no magic number of calories you…
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January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
The mineral zinc helps with the formation of blood, the growth of the body and immune system function, according to Ohio State University. The mineral is naturally found in meat and beans, but can also be obtained from zinc vitamins….
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Also called candidiasis, oral thrush is a common infant ailment that causes yeast to grow in and around a baby’s mouth. Usually affecting infants younger than six months, oral thrush causes white cottage cheese-type patches to appear on the lips,…
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Jatropha oil is derived from seeds of Jatropha curcas, a tree native to Mexico and parts of Central America. This Jatropha curcas tree fares well in arid conditions, making it an ideal plant for desert areas. The seeds, which contain…
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1. Know Your Risk Level Knowing if you fall into a high-risk group for costochondritis (or any other medical condition) can help you spot symptoms that may apply to more than one illness. Costochondritis is an inflammation of the connective…
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Ambien–zolpidem tartrate–is one of the most commonly prescribed medications for the short-term treatment of insomnia in adults, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. It promotes relaxation by affecting chemicals in the brain, helping the patient to fall asleep….
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Whether you’re a car-camping enthusiast or a die-hard backpacker, there are several common, important qualities to look for in a good two-person tent: it should be sturdy, weatherproof, easy to assemble and comfortable when holding two people and your gear….
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Medical researchers have long been seeking ways to help people live longer, healthier lives. Medication manufacturing has become a multi-billion dollar business, CNNMoney.com reports, and people will pay a lot of money to solve or treat their medical problems. Newer…
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1. Determine the Seriousness of the Wound There are basically two types of head wounds–open and closed. Closed wounds are not necessarily any less dangerous than open wounds, though they may be harder to detect and treat. Closed wounds are…
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Multiple sclerosis is a disease that damages the protective myelin sheath surrounding the nerve fibers. This impedes the transmission of nerve impulses between the brain and the rest of the body. The first signs and symptoms of MS usually appear…
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January 14, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Dark, dry elbows are embarrassing and can be itchy and even painful if not treated. Most dry elbow skin is caused by the friction that comes from leaning on your elbows and from clothing rubbing against them. Scrubbing alone…
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January 14, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
During pregnancy, the weight of the growing baby can weaken the pelvic floor muscles, which may result in embarrassing bladder leaks every time you cough, sneeze or even laugh. Kegel exercises help strengthen those muscles and can minimize urinary incontinence…
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Perhaps you’ve seen Smith machines in the gym but were never quite sure what to do with them. Aside from the obvious benefit of working your entire lower body, from glutes and quads to hamstrings and calves, the Smith machine’s…
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January 14, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview The importance of good personal hygiene goes beyond looking, feeling and smelling fresh. It’s potentially a matter of life and death. Failing to wash your hands, for example, may spread food-borne illnesses such as E-coli, which can result in…
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Offering day campers the opportunity to go fishing in a pond or stream is a terrific recreational opportunity. However, fishing tackle can be complicated to manage, particularly with a large group of inexperienced campers. A few simple, “low maintenance” poles…
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January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
There is no single, best strategy to lose weight, but rather a collection of individual strategies that have proven effective for weight loss and for keeping the weight off for good. Being consistent is the most effective way to be…
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January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fats, fish oil has the potential to lower triglycerides, regulate abnormal heart rhythms, reduce the risk of stroke, lower blood pressure and protect against heart disease, the Mayo Clinic explains. Despite its potential benefits, you may…
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A healthy liver is critical for cleansing toxins and harmful microorganisms from the blood stream. When your liver is under stress from poor nutrition, alcohol, medications and pesticides in food, toxins can build up in the organ. This can lead…
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Walking, jogging and running on a treadmill will improve your aerobic fitness and also increase the endurance and tone of your lower body muscles. Using a treadmill uses your lower body muscles in a complicated pattern of alternating contractions and…
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1. Use a Numbered Pain Intensity Scale As a subjective experience, it can be frustrating to try to explain your pain level to physicians. To help your doctor understand your pain, it’s important to quantify it. The numbered pain intensity…
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1. Evaluate Your Cough Fungal sinus infections show the same symptoms as those that are caused by bacteria or viruses. Acute infections come on quickly, and chronic ones recur. Chronic sufferers may drift in and out of good health. If…
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January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The number of calories needed to maintain weight varies for everyone. Your personal calorie needs is as individual as your fingerprints. There are several ways to estimate your maintenance calories. Your actual daily calorie requirements will vary daily. Obtaining…
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January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview It’s possible to eat out and have a healthy breakfast if you’re willing to take some time to understand the menu and the options offered. Whether you’re trying to lose weight or watching your cholesterol intake, starting the day…
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January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview No meat diets are becoming increasingly popular due to health, environmental and animal rights reasons. Eating a meat-free diet can be a challenge, but with the proper guidance is quite possible. Nutrients from meat can be obtained from other…
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January 14, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Hair falls out as a natural part of its growth cycle, and it is perfectly normal to lose 50 to 100 hairs per day which are at the end of the telogen, or rest, phase of their cycle. When a…
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A fatty liver is an excess of fat in the liver cells, according to the American Liver Foundation. A fatty liver can lead to inflammation called steatohepatitis. The inflammation then leads to scarring and hardening the liver and is called…
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A fatty liver occurs when excess fat accumulates in the liver. One of the main causes of a fatty liver is excess calorie consumption, according to the American Liver Foundation. Other risk factors for a fatty liver include diabetes, high…
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January 14, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Thai massage, also known as yoga massage, consists of deep massage and stretching movements. The therapist uses his hands, elbows, knees, feet and entire legs to move the client into a series of yoga stretches. No oils are used…
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