Massage therapy, as defined by the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), is a profession in which the practitioner applies manual techniques with the intention of positively affecting the health and well-being of the client. Manual techniques include soft tissue manipulation…
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The aging process can cause joints to stiffen and become less limber. Range of motion may be inhibited by lack of motion and exercise. Adults and seniors often experience tightness in the hips, and find their flexibility decreases as time…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Jorge Francisco Isidoro Luis Borges (24 August 1899 – 14 June 1986) was an Argentine writer Widely regarded as one of the most important writers of the 20th century, Borges was influenced by Dante Alighieri, Miguel de Cervantes, Franz…
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December 28, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), the acne cycle starts when extra oil blocks the pores leading to the surface of your skin. Bacteria grow in the oil deposits and irritate the surrounding tissue. If oil accumulates…
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December 28, 2013 Children's Health
With a struggling economy and layoffs happening in several industries throughout California, many people are going back to school to create some “insurance” for themselves in case of an unexpected job termination. For some adults who haven’t been in school…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Trigonella foenum-graecum, more commonly known as fenugreek, grows naturally in Asia and southern Europe. People have traditionally used this plant as a food and spice and also as an herbal remedy for gastrointestinal problems, lowering cholesterol and blood sugar and…
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Overview In an effort to avoid burnout, group exercise directors often add combo classes to their aerobic schedule. Combo classes combine and integrate two or more workout modalities. Bosu interval training, which combines, aerobic, balance and strength training, is an…
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Hybrid cars, once a compact car phenomenon, now come in many shapes and sizes. The 2010 models gave car reviewers an opportunity to pit compact cars such as the Toyota Prius against midsize and full-size sedans and even several SUVs….
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When a smoker quits smoking, the health benefits are immediate. Energy levels increase, food tastes better and coughing subsides, according to the article “Quit Smoking” at Healthfinder.gov. The most important benefits are the decreased risk of heart disease and lung…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 27,555 people died from chronic liver disease in 2006. The liver is a very important organ, with more than 200 functions. Thus, any disorder that causes severe liver damage is life-threatening….
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Overview According to the ADA there has been a 39 percent increase in obese teenagers. This is due to many factors, although upbringing is a predominant influence. With two obese parents there is an 80 percent chance that a teen…
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Exercising your hands and fingers every week can help protect you from carpel tunnel, stiff joints and arthritis. Hand and finger exercises promote muscle strength, flexibility and overall joint range of motion, according to the Mayo Clinic. Exercises for the…
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December 28, 2013 Men's Health
The stinging nettle plant has long been used as an alternative medical treatment for a variety of conditions, dating back to medieval Europe, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC). Today, the roots and leaves of the plant…
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Overview Asthma is a common disease of the upper airways that affects children and adults on a large scale. People with asthma have inflammation of the airways responsible for getting air from the mouth and nose to the lungs. This…
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Overview Pollen are cells produced by flowers, plants, and trees that are released during specific times of the year, depending on the type. According to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology, pollen season is typically from February to…
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December 28, 2013 Senior Health
After studying patients facing terminal illness, Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross described grief as a process occurring in five stages. People might experience grief after the loss of loved ones, after divorces or following serious medical diagnoses. According to the National Institutes…
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Sometimes you just need a change. Your career may not be taking you in the direction that you’d hoped to go. You may not have the salary you wanted. There may not be room for advancement. But there’s good news:…
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that nearly 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. suffer from high blood pressure. This condition increases the risk for heart disease and stroke, both among the top three leading causes of…
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Roughly 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is covered with water. However, only 1 percent of the water is suitable for drinking, while 2 percent makes up glaciers and ice caps and the remaining 97 percent is salty or otherwise…
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According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders, dementia encompasses an array of symptoms that may be caused by various disorders affecting the brain. Dementia does not refer to a specific disease itself. Medline Plus, a service of the U.S….
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“The single greatest avoidable cause of disease and death” is what the office of the surgeon general called smoking in a report in 2006. In the report, the surgeon general states that passive smoking or exposure to second-hand smoke poses…
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December 28, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview You and your baby discover a new world during her first few months. As she adapts to life outside your womb, you learn to parent, meeting her needs for food, sleep, comfort and care. MedlinePlus emphasizes the importance of…
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December 28, 2013 Mental Health
Anxiety may significantly affect quality of life, causing difficulties at home, school and work. Problems with anxiety come in different forms, including specific phobias, such as fear of heights, snakes or planes, generalized anxiety disorder, panic attacks and social phobia….
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While there are many aspects of the golf swing that affect spin, loft and direction, the distance your ball travels results from the speed of the club head at impact. You’ll hit the ball farther if your club is traveling…
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December 28, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Skin does not become dry because of lack of moisture. It dries out as a result of insufficient sebum, the oil created by sebaceous glands to protect and lubricate hair and skin. Without sebum, skin can tear and crack, causing…
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Morton’s neuroma is defined as a thickening of nerve tissue between the third and fourth toes. The exact cause is unknown, but researchers believe tight shoes, high heels, high foot arches, flat feet, bunions and hammer toes increase the risk…
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December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Flaxseed is recommended as a dietary supplement because some studies indicate it helps lower cholesterol (especially in women), reduce blood pressure and promote healthy bacterial growth in the digestive tract. The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine notes that…
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Overview The calf area is situated at the bottom back of the leg and you use it whenever you point the foot or push off on the toes. The calf muscle can become tight, overworked or torn. However, becoming familiar…
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A comprehensive education can serve as the foundation for a promising and rewarding career, and having at least an Associate’s degree is no longer the standard for many working professionals. Going back to school is an important decision that many…
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Some medicinal herbs contain hormone-affecting compounds that mimic the conditions associated with pregnancy and lactation. In theory, hormone-altering herbs may help increase breast size with fewer side effects and lower costs than cosmetic surgery. Experts such as Mayo Clinic’s Dr….
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