A 2010 paper in “Physics of Life Reviews” speculates that the vocalizations of ancient humans have developed into two forms. The first type is more concrete and became language. The second type is more emotional and became music. The human…
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Overview The breaststroke makes use of one of the most natural swimming postures and allows for easier breathing than the butterfly stroke or the freestyle. At first, however, beginners might find it difficult to coordinate the breaststroke’s leg and arm…
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The chin-up bar is a relatively simple piece of fitness equipment that has been around for many years. Chin-up bars come in many store-bought and home-made styles and are great for not only chin-ups but also several other exercises. No…
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January 8, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Currently, more than 1 million people in the United States are living with HIV/AIDS, according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, or NIAID. HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus, and AIDS stands for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome….
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An easy way to tell if an individual is strong and fit is to simply look at her arms. Are they toned and strong or loose and flabby? Women are more prone than men to suffer from flabby arms. Luckily,…
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1. Identify the Symptoms of a Goiter A goiter is simply an enlarged thyroid gland that’s caused by a lack of the thyroid hormone. The gland becomes enlarged to compensate for this deficiency. You can usually identify a goiter as…
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Frisbee golf, also known as disc golf, is a sport that involves players throwing plastic discs at baskets elevated several feet off the ground. As in regular golf, players have a certain number of throws—like strokes in golf—in order to…
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1. Learn to Deal With Depression While it’s completely normal to confront emotional struggles after having a stroke, you may be facing a clinical case of depression if these symptoms continue or worsen over the course of several weeks. Nearly…
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1. Make Healthy Lifestyle Changes One of the most important things you should do after a transient ischemic attack, or TIA, is to quit smoking. Daily consumption of nicotine and carcinogens can more than double your risk of stroke. Regular…
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The American Heart Association, or AHA, states that maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle are your best weapons against heart disease. To ward off disease and obesity, the AHA recommends consuming nutrient-rich foods full of vitamins, minerals and fiber, and…
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1. Make Lifestyle Changes Regardless of the severity of your heart failure, lifestyle changes are always a part of treatment for heart disease, before or after a heart attack. Common lifestyle changes recommended by doctors include a reduction in sodium,…
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Running tights provide an alternative to baggy athletic shorts or sweatpants. These clothing items come in a variety of lengths, fits and materials and offer numerous benefits to runners, from comfort to insulation. Consider these benefits when you decide whether…
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January 8, 2014 Children's Health
Overview The immune system defends the body against disease by identifying and destroying microorganisms and substances that could cause harm. The immune system can recognize millions of different potential invaders and can maintain the ability to recognize them over decades….
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The terms, diseases of the coronary arteries (CADs), heart diseases and cardiovascular diseases tend to be used interchangeably. The cardiovascular system is a closed system that carries oxygen, electrolytes and nutrients to the body parts. Heart disease was responsible for…
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Triathlon, a sport consisting of swimming, cycling and running, is a fun and challenging endurance activity that requires special equipment. If you’re a newcomer to the sport of triathlon, you’ll need to purchase or borrow the equipment that will allow…
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1. Early Signs of Skin Infection If you get an MRSA infection, the first warning signs you’ll develop will be confined to your skin. You’ll notice relatively small, reddish spots on your skin that have an appearance similar to pimples….
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Chiropractic is a medical discipline that calls for diagnosis and treatment of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system. It concentrates especially on the spine. Chiropractors attempt to heal the body through joint manipulation and adjustment. They work most often on…
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January 8, 2014 Children's Health
Overview Although your baby cannot read yet, he is still being exposed to language and words, which is the foundation of future literacy. There are many things you can do to understand the importance of literacy at such a young…
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a chronic digestive disease that occurs when acid from the stomach or, on occasion, bile flows back into the food pipe, or esophagus. Stomach acid has a higher pH than the esophagus, and irritates the…
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Overview Exercise using free weights such as barbells and dumbbells is a form of resistance training, a type of training in which you are exercising against a force or a load. Use free weights for a majority of your resistance…
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Insulin therapy is required for individuals with diabetes. In a non-diabetic person, the pancreas secretes insulin throughout the day which helps cells absorb and use glucose in the blood for energy. People living with diabetes, especially type 1, make little…
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1. Get the Appropriate Rehabilitation Therapy If you are charged with the care of a person suffering from some form of apraxia, it’s important to seek the appropriate therapy to treat and manage the disorder. Speech and language therapy is…
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1. Aura Symptoms Are Frequently Present If you’ve ever had a migraine, a seizure aura is very similar. During an aura, which is actually a simple-partial seizure episode preceding the tonic-clonic phase, you may experience déjà vu, sudden emotional swings,…
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Overview Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR, is a method of providing oxygen and blood circulation for someone who is unconscious or not breathing. Children can need CPR as a result of a head injury, electrical shock, drowning, suffocating or choking. Medline…
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A heart attack, also known as a myocardial infarction, is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC states that nearly 785,000 Americans experience their first heart attack annually while around 470,000…
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1. Know the Symptoms for Ectopic Cushing Syndrome Ectopic cushing syndrome, which is the result of tumors that secrete an excess of hormones near the adrenal gland, can be easily treated through surgery. It’s important to identify the symptoms of…
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1. Early Symptoms People can suffer from hemochromatosis for years and not even know it. Symptoms are typically not identified until the sufferer is between 40 and 60 years of age, although excess iron may be present in the blood…
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January 8, 2014 Women's Health
A woman’s menstrual cycle typically begins around age 12 and continues to approximately age 50. During these 40-some years you may experience menstrual-related issues such as cramping, bloating, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), heavy flow and erratic periods. Certain Chinese herbs may…
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Radiotherapy is a therapy used to treat cancer and other diseases. High-energy rays may be used externally or internally to attempt to destroy the cancer. Normal cells are sometimes damaged in the area, but they usually are able to re-grow….
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Anxiety is a general state of apprehension caused when you anticipate harm. Anxiety is similar to fear as an emotion. Unlike fear, however, anxiety is typically not focused toward any specific object and its direct cause is often unclear. Your…
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