Overview Acidophilus is a beneficial bacteria that lives inside your intestines. Also found in cultured dairy products, such as yogurt, you can take acidophilus in pill form to replenish the balance of good bacteria in your digestive system. Gas and…
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January 7, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
People may experience joint cartilage breakdown as they advance in age from conditions such as osteoarthritis. Vitamins can boost the healing and repair of cartilage in order to decrease pain and increase the functionality of joints. The best vitamin to…
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1. Rule Out Carpal Tunnel Syndrome A band of tissue surrounds your wrist, and the carpal tunnel is sandwiched between that tissue and your wrist bone, protecting the median nerve. When you move the hands and wrists repetitively, as you…
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January 7, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Many women would like to know they are pregnant as soon as possible. This allows them to receive timely prenatal care and avoid doing or eating things that may be harmful to the developing baby. Although women can do…
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January 7, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Japanese features an abundance of vegetables and starches, says Victoria Wise, author of “The Vegetarian Table: Japan.” The strong presence of Buddhism and Taoism traditions make vegetarian cooking an important part of Japanese cuisine, according to the Vegetarian Recipes and…
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Your toddler may be constipated if he has not had a bowel movement for more than four days, is uncomfortable when passing stool, or has dry, hard bowel movements. You also may notice liquid stools in your child’s diaper or…
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Hiccups are common in babies, especially during the first year of life. DrHull.com points out that no one really knows why a baby has hiccups frequently but there are several proposed causes. Treating the hiccups isn’t necessary, as they will…
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Cortisol is a hormone produced in the body that regulates a number of processes, including the body’s stress response and inflammation. Patients with high cortisol experience a number of effects, and sustained high cortisol levels can lead to diseases such…
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Overview Acid reflux is a common gastric condition characterized by the backflow of digestive juices from the stomach into the esophagus. Left untreated, acid reflux can develop into a more serious condition referred to as GERD, or gastro- esophageal reflux…
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Antidepressants alter levels of neurotransmitters, or chemicals in the brain, which improve symptoms of depression. A doctor may prescribe an antidepressant for other disorders, such as anxiety. While antidepressants can help manage symptoms of mood problems, they can cause dangerous…
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January 7, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Around 68 percent of Americans were overweight or obese in 2007/2008, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Determination of overweight or obesity is generally made through an assessment of body mass index (BMI), which compares weight…
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Jock itch, medically referred to as “tinea cruris,” is a fungal infection of the groin area. The name jock itch refers to a higher prevalence of the infection in athletes as opposed to the general population and to the sometimes…
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Chest pain is a symptom that frequently causes patients to seek medical care. The most common causes of chest pain are fairly benign, and do not require further medical attention. Chest pain combined with left arm pain is more worrisome,…
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1. Note the Common Symptoms of the Disorder Fanconi syndrome is a disorder of the kidneys that’s characterized by the failure of the kidneys to absorb substances the body needs. Healthy kidneys clean the blood of all the substances the…
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Teens who suffer from depression are overwhelming sad, have trouble sleeping, feel hopeless and worthless, gain or lose significant amounts of weight, have difficulty concentrating and have trouble maintaining healthy relationships. Many teens who are depressed also have a low…
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Overview Approximately 16 million people in the United States have diabetes, as reported by Net Wellness. Another 57 million people have pre-diabetes, which means that they are likely to transition into full diabetes within 10 years. Diabetes can affect people…
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January 7, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Insomnia affects roughly one in three adults, according to Mayo Clinic. While some sufferers have difficulty falling asleep, others experience restful sleep or frequent awakening. Herbal sleep aids may help to enable restful sleep with fewer side effects than their…
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1. Build a Relationship With Your Son’s Doctor and Therapists Establishing a relationship with your son’s doctor can help you manage your child’s disorder. This is particularly important if your son is being treated with testosterone during his puberty and…
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Toilets account for about 30 percent of water used inside the home, the Environmental Protection Agency notes. By reducing your water consumption, you can help conserve the world’s supply while reducing your annual water and sewer expenses. A number of…
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January 7, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Allergic contact dermatitis develops when the body reacts to an allergen that touches the skin, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. In contrast to irritant dermatitis, which is caused by harsh chemicals or other irritants touching the skin,…
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Most aerobics music is structured in a series of four or eight count rhythms that repeat over and over. This makes organizing a workout from moves that take up two, four or eight counts of the music relatively easy. The…
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Overview Oral care consists of taking care of your teeth and gums. Another term for it is dental hygiene. A preventive care regimen helps you to avoid painful and costly problems, maintain your ability to eat all types of foods…
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Losing a few pounds isn’t only good for your figure and your self esteem. According to the Mayo Clinic, exercising to lose weight can also help you sleep better, improve your mood and reduce your risk for diseases such as…
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Overview Cranberry juice is often suggested as a natural way to “detox” your body. The benefits of cranberries is extolled almost ad lib, with promoters of detox diets making assertions that the juice flushes “toxins” from your body as part…
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January 7, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
AIDS, or acquired immune deficiency syndrome, is a chronic illness caused by the human immunodeficiency virus. AIDS is contracted through contaminated blood products and syringes, sexual contact with an infected person, and through mother-to-child transmission during childbirth. According to Mayo…
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According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, depression is a mood disorder that causes a person to feel loss, sadness, anger and frustration. Everyone has experienced depression at some point in her life. However, in severe cases it can…
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Overview A backyard swimming pool offers fun and fitness for family and friends. But it’s also a magnet for accidents if you aren’t careful. It can be especially dangerous for young children or those who can’t swim. But by following…
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Overview Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross published a paper about the “Five Stages of Grief” in 1969, providing a universal tool for understanding what grief is and how to cope with it. More than four decades later, Kubler-Ross’s work in this field…
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Overview Art therapy is a diagnostic and rehabilitation method that uses activities such as drawing, painting, photography and dance to express emotions and concerns. It also increases self-awareness and relays information about traumatic events or feelings. Art therapy is especially…
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1. Drain Your Sores If you’re fortunate enough that your MRSA infection is locally contained, you may only need to have your abscess drained to cure your condition. Doctors will usually try to do this first in appropriate cases, because…
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