Overview The venerable incandescent light bulb invented by Thomas Edison is rapidly giving way to newer lighting technology. The energy-efficient compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) works on a different physical principal than the incandescent bulb. This energy-saving light bulb isn’t a…
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Roman chairs describe a few of the machines you’ll likely find at your gym. Each of these machines are used for core training to isolate your abs or use them with other muscles of your hips and lower back. A…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The thyroid gland is on the front of the neck below the thyroid cartilage and produces hormones that regulate metabolism. According to ScumDoctor.com, the thyroid is important in stimulating energy in the body, activating the body’s use of other hormones…
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December 28, 2013 Mental Health
If your spouse has a drinking problem, it can negatively affect you, your spouse and the rest of your family. While many people are capable of drinking alcohol responsibly, numerous others abuse or become dependent upon alcohol. If you fear…
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December 28, 2013 Women's Health
Breast Questions: Part 2 How big will my breasts get and what is normal? There is no ‘real’ answer to this question, since we all come in different sizes. Some of us are tall and some short. Similarly, some girls…
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December 28, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Massages consist of rubbing and manipulating muscles, ligaments, tendons and skin. They are often performed using hands and fingers but can also be performed with feet or elbows. Leg massages can be light or deep and are sometimes used as…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
In this time of ever-expanding portions and more fast-food options than ever, dieting is quite a challenge. While a proper nutritional plan and a smart exercise program can help shed pounds, you may want to use a fat-burning supplement as…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), a division of the National Institutes of Health, engaging in exercises or activities that improve your joint range of motion (ROM) can help you reduce your joint…
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Adults aren’t the only individuals capable of making choices that promote energy conservation; even if you’re a kid you can take steps to conserve energy. You don’t need to make sweeping changes to your habits to conserve energy. Simple actions,…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The Daily Plate is a calorie-tracking tool with a database of more than 450,000 food items to help you track your meals and meet your calorie goals. All types of popular restaurants, generic food items and even recipes are there…
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Reduce and prevent back and shoulder pain by performing exercises that increase mobility, strength and flexibility. The muscles of the neck, back and shoulders become tense, stiff and painful through poor posture, static positions, repetitive motions and lifting. These non-resistance…
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James and his wife Jenny have had to overcome many obstacles after James was diagnosed with a Grade 3 Glioma. Today despite treatment that was supposed to leave him infertile and paralyzed, he participated in two LIVESTRONG Challenges, has three…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
MyPlate is a calorie-tracking tool with a database of more than 600,000 food items to help you track your meals and meet your calorie goals. All types of popular restaurants, generic food items and even recipes are there for you…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Fibromyalgia is a condition that involves chronic fatigue as well as pain in specific trigger points through the body. The University of Maryland Medical Center states that people with fibromyalgia often suffer from trouble sleeping, skin sensitivities and stiffness…
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What does LIVESTRONG mean? If you’re Judy Regan, it means training several hours a day, seven days a week, for a century (100-mile) ride while still recuperating from brain surgery. In July 2007, Judy suffered a brain aneurysm and had…
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December 28, 2013 Senior Health
Overview According the Arthritis Foundation, approximately 300,000 children have some form of juvenile arthritis. Juvenile arthritis, commonly referred to as juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) or juvenile chronic arthritis (JCA), encompasses any form of arthritis or arthritis-related condition that occurs before…
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Most of us have attempted bench pressing at one point or another. Some might have lifted with confidence, while others may have been intimidated by the hulk to the right lifting 300 pounds. But he didn’t get there by lifting…
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Dementia is a general term for any condition that affects the brain, causing a loss of cognitive function. Dementia can cause problems with memory, thinking, language, judgment and behavior. Any changes in these functions should be evaluated because in some…
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Aerobic step workouts offer a low-impact cardio workout for improved function of the heart and lungs. An added emphasis on stepping on and off a step or bench strengthens and tones the muscles of your hips, buttocks and legs. Workouts…
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December 28, 2013 Mental Health
Many individuals suffering from sleep apnea experience relief from symptoms with the use of CPAP, which stands for “continuous positive airway pressure.” The steady flow of air from a CPAP machine keeps the user’s airways open, helping restore normal breathing…
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December 28, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview The United States has the highest teen pregnancy rate in the industrialized world. The Center for Disease control says that one-third of girls get pregnant before the age of 20. Teenpregnancy.org, a site managed by the National Campaign to…
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Lance Armstrong, seven-time Tour de France winner and cancer advocate announced today that he is returning to professional cycling to raise money and awareness for cancer. “I am happy to announce that after talking with my children, my family and…
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Much research has been conducted to determine whether second-hand smoke or environmental exposure affects those who are exposed. It is well known that cigarette smoking adversely affects the heart, lungs and brains of smokers. The Surgeon General has concluded that…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
A total of 3,500 calories equals one pound of fat. To lose one pound a week, you need to create a 500-calorie daily deficit. In other words, every day you need to burn 500 more calories than you consume. The…
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Overview Aromatherapy is the combining of therapeutic massage with scented oils to provide physical as well as psychological benefits. However, the practice of aromatherapy dates back to 2700 B.C. when the Egyptians used waters, oils, incense and other ointments as…
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The majority of neck injuries involve overworked muscles or tendons that may stretch or tear. This can happen during exertion or by using an improper or stressful posture over time, such as when serving in tennis or leaning forward to…
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December 28, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Doctors prescribe growth hormones, such as the E. coli-derived somatropin, for children or adults who experience conditions such as Noonan syndrome, idiopathic short stature, growth hormone deficiency and chronic kidney disease. Such synthetic growth hormones as the brand-name drug Tev-Tropin…
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AJ Calloway is taking on one of the toughest and most meaningful challenges of his life this year, running the New York Marathon. Calloway, the New York-based correspondent for the primetime entertainment show “Extra,” has extended his route from running…
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The cornea, the dome shaped clear covering of the front part of the eye, is the first line of defense against injury to the eye. As such, it frequently suffers scratches and injuries from dust and other airborne materials, contact…
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Initial remedies for pain in the shoulder and neck are similar and effective, no matter what the source of the damage is. While neck pain and shoulder pain can be caused by traumatic injury, such as whiplash or joint dislocation,…
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