Overview Cold sores are small blisters caused by the herpes simplex virus. They are itchy, painful, irritating and unattractive. Cold sores—also knows as fever blisters—usually heal on their own within a week, but sometimes you need to cure them fast….
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December 28, 2013 Senior Health
Elisabeth Kubler Ross, in her studies of dying patients, found they had similar responses to facing terminal illness. Although Dr. Kubler-Ross termed these reactions the five stages of grief in her classic book, “On Death and Dying,” they are not…
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The cardiovascular system, also known as the circulatory system, transports nutrients, oxygen and water to all the cells in the body. The cardiovascular system consists of the heart, the blood vessels and the blood. The heart works as the motor,…
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Garlic has been used as a spice and an herbal remedy for thousands of years, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Garlic is full of antioxidants that help eliminate free radicals, which are waste products created in the…
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You do not need to be a martial arts expert to effectively defend yourself. The most effective self-defense techniques are straight forward, easy to perform and can be implemented by any able-bodied person. Effective self defense is powered by knowledge,…
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High blood sugar, or hyperglycemia, is caused when glucose in the blood is not able to be used by cells for energy. The American Heart Association wants people at risk for high blood sugar to know the primary signs–excessive thirst…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Teen obesity is a growing problem, with overweightteen.com reporting that nearly one in five teens is overweight, many of them in the obese range. Eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia affects as many as 3 percent of women, according…
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Take a trip into your past and plan on spending hours in the swimming pool this summer. Aquatic exercise has well documented benefits that include improved aerobic fitness and strength, lower-impact training suitable and beneficial to those with joint related…
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December 28, 2013 Children's Health
Asperger’s disease is a pervasive developmental disorder that is typically diagnosed in early childhood. Symptoms of Asperger’s are behavioral, not cognitive, and persist throughout one’s lifetime. People with Asperger’s are socially awkward which makes it difficult for them to integrate…
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The lower portions of the lungs are normally sterile, that is, free of bacteria. When normal lung defenses fail, bacteria can infect the lungs, causing pneumonia. While most people recover from pneumonia, it can be life threatening. According to the…
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1. Stay Hydrated Diarrhea is a common symptom of the stomach flu. Being in and out of the restroom will have you losing a lot of fluids, which make it absolutely vital that you stay hydrated. Drinking water will help,…
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Overview Yoga offers a variety of both physical and psychological benefits that can help you lose weight, according to Yoga Journal medical editor Dr. Timothy McCall. Even yoga practices that don’t burn high levels of calories can help with weight…
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Alcoholism affects 17.6 million Americans, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Symptoms include craving, dependence, tolerance and loss of control. There are several types of treatment for alcohol addiction. Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous® (AA) is a…
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Overview The development and maintenance of an erection requires mental or physical stimulation of the penis, which causes blood to rush into a structure called the corpus cavernosum. The blood is then trapped by tissue called the tunica albuginea to…
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Colorectal cancer is a common malignancy throughout the world in both men and women. It is third-leading cause of cancer related deaths in both genders, according to the American Cancer Society. It is most often diagnosed in the sixth decade…
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Metformin, or glucophage, is a medication used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Metformin helps control the amount of glucose in the blood by decreasing the amount of glucose absorbed from food and the amount of glucose made by…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The redness, pain and swelling associated with inflammation is often treated with over-the-counter medications such as Advil or prescription drugs which have anti-inflammatory actions to help reduce these symptoms. Use of these medications was cited in the August 17, 2009…
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Little League baseball can be a memorable experience for all youngsters. By playing on an organized team, they can learn how to play the game, understand the value of teamwork, know what it takes to compete and participate in an…
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Overview Smoking is an addiction that afflicts many people and leads to major health problems for the smokers and those close to them. Even though the dangers of smoking have been established and the popularity of smoking has decreased, it…
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Jubril Agoro is doing his best to help others live strong in his Chicago community. When Jubril was 12 years old, a friend of the family took him to a Bulls basketball game. Jubril recounts that experience as one of…
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Training the stomach, or abdominal muscles, at home is simpler than it seems. Equipment is not needed, except for the possible pad or mat to use for added comfort or support. The only space necessary is enough room for your…
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Overview Aerobics videos are a good resource for beginning or restarting your fitness journey. You can exercise in the comfort of your own home without the intimidation of other fit individuals or the embarrassment of not knowing quite what to…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Whether you’re a vegetarian for health, for the love of animals or other reasons, it can be tough sometimes to prepare a well-balanced, nutritious diet that’s also appealing to the taste buds. Vegetarianism calls for eliminating meat from the diet,…
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Cervical spine surgery focuses on the part of the spine that passes through the neck. It can treat existing damage to the spinal cord and the nerves around it, as well as strengthen the spine to help prevent further damage….
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Overview About 15 percent of people in the United States have bleached their teeth, according to the Consumer Guide to Dentistry. It can be an effective way to improve the appearance of teeth that have become discolored over time because…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Raw apple cider vinegar is a time-tested folk remedy. It’s made with raw apple juice in a two-step fermenting process. The pasteurized apple cider vinegar available in grocery stores is a pale imitation of raw apple cider vinegar, because it…
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The University of Northern Iowa defines interpersonal communication as “communicating ‘one on one’ with other human beings” and describes successful communication as including the ability to predict “how the other person will understand and react to you.” Interpersonal communication contains…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview In a world filled with temptations, distractions and negativity, it can be an uphill battle to find self-discipline and a positive attitude. The world, however, is filled with people who have overcome massive odds, and oppressive situations to achieve…
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Click here to enlarge My son, Spencer Sartin, was diagnosed with Leukemia at age 4. Since then, we have done everything we can to his dream of riding his bike like Lance Armstrong. Our biggest challenge was the disease itself,…
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A foam roller is a stretching and self-massage tool that you can use to release knots and increase flexibility in your back. The technique to release knots, also called adhesions, is typically referred to as self myo-fascial release (SMR). SMR…
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