You can use a stability ball to do exercises that not only strengthen your core and other postural muscles, but also to increase your heart rate so that is equivalent to running on a treadmill or other traditional cardiovascular exercises….
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Belly fat can be unattractive and potentially harmful to your health. A greater amount of belly fat increases the likelihood of heart disease, diabetes and kidney failure. According to the American Heart Association, there is a direct link between excess…
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Overview Bad breath, or halitosis, is an embarrassing problem, but you can often eliminate it once you identify the cause. You may be able to treat bad breath by changing your habits and eliminating triggers. If you cannot get halitosis…
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Joseph Pilates, the creator of what is today known simply as the Pilates Method, engineered several ingenious pieces of equipment to enhance his clients’ workouts. While some apparatus are very large and relatively immobile, such as the Cadillac, some are…
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1. Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Irritant Drugs In addition to traditional anti-inflammatories and antihistamines that you can find over the counter at most major pharmacies, you can also discover unique, newly engineered tinctures and ointments that simultaneously fight swelling and relieve irritation…
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The pelvic floor muscles offer support for the bowel, bladder and uterus. After having a baby, the pelvic floor can become weakened, leading to urinary and bowel incontinence. Fortunately, there are several exercises that can help tighten up the pelvic…
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1. Videotape Your Child’s Tics and Behaviors Unfortunately, there are no specific medical tests that can positively detect Tourette’s syndrome. Doctors usually make a Tourette’s diagnosis based on observed behaviors and medical history. Children with Tourette’s syndrome have tics as…
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January 6, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview A World Health Organization report noted that there were 400 million obese adults in 2005, and that more than 700 million adults are anticipated to be obese in the year 2015. Since obesity is linked to an increased risk…
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1. Wash Behind Your Ears Good hygiene can prevent folliculitis. Wash our hands regularly, scrubbing for about 15 seconds (the time it should take to sing “Happy Birthday”). Clean under your fingernails and past your wrists. This tactic can actually…
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Oil of cloves, also known as Eugenol oil, is an essential oil made from cloves. A clove is a spice used in cooking and as an herbal remedy to treat some medical conditions. Clove oil is not approved by the…
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According to Baby Center, dental hygiene is an important part of a toddler’s daily routine because teeth brushing and other dental care activities started early will promote lifelong health of the teeth and gums. There are different activities parents can…
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People who turn to food for comfort and eat to suppress negative feeling are engaging in emotional eating. You eat to cope with feelings of anger, boredom, sadness, loneliness, fear and stress. The problem is, that this technique usually backfires;…
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Sun damaged skin spots, otherwise known as age spots, liver spots and lentigines, typically impact those over 40, but are not completely unknown to younger persons who have been overexposed to the sun. They typically form on hands, shoulders, the…
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1. Look for Telltale Symptoms Hypermetropia, a.k.a. farsightedness, presents as difficulty seeing nearby objects. Patients often have to squint to read text or to read expressions on other people’s faces. As a consequence of this constant strain, people with farsightedness…
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1. Treat the Underlying Illness or Condition Treating the underlying cause of your decreased appetite is essential. Once you have been diagnosed with thyroid disease, depression, cancer or even pregnancy, there are steps you can take to get your condition…
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Cardio kickboxing is an intense aerobic workout that incorporates moves borrowed from the martial arts and the sport of boxing. Most classes combine a series of upper body boxing moves like jabs and punches with various lower body maneuvers like…
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On average, a person sleeps about one-third of his life. With so much time spent in bed, a healthy mattress makes a sound investment. Many household items including standard mattresses are full of chemicals and toxins that pollute the air…
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Sporting a sleek, sexy waist can go a long way in boosting your self-confidence when wearing tight-fitting clothes. To reach this goal, you must work your abdominal muscles from various angles and use perfect form with your exercises. Fitness tools…
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Overview Chinese herbs for fertility harmonize and regulate the endrocrine system, which regulates the menstrual cycle. This enhances your reproductive potential, making you more likely to conceive. Chinese herbs affect ovulation, stimulate the uterus, and assist in the production of…
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January 6, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Although green tea is typically consumed as a beverage, most dietary supplements are sold in the form of capsules, states the University of Maryland Medical Center. Proponents attribute numerous positive health benefits to green tea; it’s used as a cancer…
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Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, affects about one-third of American adults and two-thirds of adults over the age of 65, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Coined “the silent killer” for its lack of symptoms, hypertension…
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January 6, 2014 Children's Health
Overview Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a behavioral disorder that usually affects children but can also affect adults. ADHD cannot be cured, but medication, psychotherapy and education may help minimize symptoms. Special diets for ADHD are still being researched,…
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Cortisol, or hydrocortisone, is a hormone produced in the adrenal glands, glands that sit atop the kidneys. One of the main roles of cortisol is regulating the stress response, and it is secreted when the body is under stress. Centers…
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Good communication in a marriage not only allows both sides to express desires and concerns, but also builds trust and a solid foundation for the relationship, according to the Help Guide website. Whether you want to improve your everyday communication…
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The thyroid gland is responsible for producing hormones vital to regulating the body’s metabolism. An enlarged thyroid usually indicates an over- or under-production of these hormones. There are a variety of underlying reasons for thyroid gland enlargement, including autoimmune diseases…
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Overview The Coleman Co. first started producing camping stoves in the early 1920s. Since then, the name Coleman has become synonymous with camping stoves and today the company continues to produce innovative and high-quality equipment. Whether liquid fuel, propane or…
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Infants up to the age of one year have developing immune systems and are vulnerable to allergy symptoms. The University of Maryland Medical Center notes that food allergies mainly affect infants and young children. Allergies to cow’s milk, eggs, peanuts,…
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Everyone experiences a certain degree of stress and anxiety in their lives. Anxiety is a normal response to stressful situations, and generally passes after a short period of time. If you’re experiencing a high level of stress, your anxious feelings…
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Toddlers are not exempt from having bad breath. Baby Center reports that there are various reasons why a toddler will experience bad breath, including poor dental hygiene, a dry mouth, an object lodged in the nose, sucking on fingers or…
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January 6, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
The Mayo Clinic states that your cardiovascular system is composed of your heart and blood vessels, including your arteries, veins and capillaries–small blood vessels in which oxygen delivery to your tissues occurs. Exercise, such as aerobic activity and strength training,…
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