Overview The Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA) estimates 40 million Americans struggle with anxiety problems. Daily stresses, difficult situations and even family tendencies can trigger anxiety. Many people can control it with self-help relaxation techniques. They are simple, can…
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December 18, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Spring brings flowers and a few sunny days, but for allergy sufferers, the season may also bring the start of allergy symptoms. Pollen and other allergens may cause sneezing and sinus problems, as well as allergic reactions in the…
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December 18, 2013 Children's Health
Overview Experts have set developmental and growth guidelines that allow a parent to determine if their child may have issues that need to be addressed medically. Children at one year of age should be making advances in many areas of…
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December 18, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Chocolate is a popular ingredient in some foods, beverages and candies. It is processed from the cocoa bean into a variety of flavors. Studies have shown chocolate to interact directly with certain compounds in the body to influence physiological and…
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December 18, 2013 Senior Health
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can contribute to heart attacks, strokes, vision problems and kidney damage. According to the American Heart Association (AMA), a blood pressure reading of above 140/90 is too high. Along with adding regular exercise…
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Any pain, especially a sharp one, that occurs during pregnancy can be alarming. There are some normal explanations for a pain on the right side that are related to changes that take place in the body to accommodate a growing…
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Production of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) occurs in the anterior pituitary gland. TSH gets released by thyroid-releasing hormone (TRH) and is sent to the thyroid. TSH results in the thyroid then releasing thyroxine, which helps control physical maturation and growth in…
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December 18, 2013 Senior Health
Overview According to the American Heart Association (AHA), 5.7 million people in America have heart failure, a serious chronic condition. A healthy diet is one way to alleviate symptoms and slow the progression of heart failure. The AHA also recommends…
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Sway back is a postural distortion also known as excessive lordosis. Stand with your back against a wall and your feet about six inches from the wall; if the gap between your lower back and the wall is greater than…
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While smoking is pleasurable or relaxing for some people, it is also unhealthy and unsafe. The economic and health impacts of smoking affect smokers and nonsmokers, including developing fetuses and children. These widespread consequences make the individual choice to smoke…
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December 18, 2013 Which Has More Calories: Brown Sugar or White Sugar?
Overview Most of the sugar consumed around the world is refined sugar derived from sugar cane. Sugar is a natural substance which when extracted from sugar cane can be white or brown. Other names for sugar include Turbinado, Muscovado, and…
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It’s common knowledge that recycling saves energy, although we may not always be aware of just how much energy it saves. According to the University of Maryland, the energy saved by recycling a single aluminum can is enough to run…
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The drug generically named Sevelamer is marketed within the United States under the brand names Renagel and Renvela. According to the National Institutes of Health, its primary function is to bind the phosphorous within the digestive tract, which in turn…
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1. Harness More Power in Your Neck Weight training can include a head harness that fits with straps running around and over the head. You can place the harness so that the chains attached to its ends hang down in…
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1. And the Chase is on The chasse is one of the first basic side to side movements in Jazzercise. The word “chasse” literally means to chase. This is exactly what your feet do during this move. Stand with your…
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It takes up to 500 years for a plastic bag to decompose in a landfill, reports “USE Today.” If you use plastic bags, you can reduce the amount of bags in the landfill by reusing and recycling your plastic shopping…
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As more people across the world consume more seafood, shellfish allergies have significantly increased in the last few decades. Allergic reactions can happen when people touch or eat shellfish or breathe in vapors from cooking shellfish. Workers in shellfish-processing plants…
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1. Practice at Home To follow Jnana yoga, there are many steps. The first step is to create a meditation space in your home. This room should be clean with room to complete the padma, siddha and sukha asanas. The…
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Overview Daycare provides parents with a place for their children to reside while they work or attend school. The selection of child care is one of the most important choices a parent makes. It is imperative to find a situation…
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1. Safety First To avoid impact injuries in kayaking, wear safety equipment. All kayakers must wear a helmet. The helmet must fit snugly on your head, and you should adjust the chin straps in place. Any questions about fit and…
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December 18, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Professional body piercers perform piercings with needles made for piercing and medical use only. Needles for stitching fabric are used by non-professionals and piercees attempting a piercing procedure. Needles not designed for body piercing make smaller holes than needed…
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Overview Jatropha oil is extracted from the seeds of the Jatropha curcas plant. This oil can be used for a variety of purposes, but it is most commonly used as biofuel for powering diesel engines in automobiles and even airplanes….
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Probiotics are microorganisms that are considered to be good or friendly bacteria. These live microorganisms are usually found in foods or as supplements and are similar to microorganisms naturally found in the body. Because probiotics are a type of good…
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December 18, 2013 Children's Health
Pre-date jitters can begin the minute you agree to go on a date. The pressure is on to display your sparkling personality, sense of humor, good looks and sensitive side without any awkward missteps. Reviewing some dating tips can help…
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1. Wrap the Knee to Help it Rehabilitate Dancers, gymnasts, cheerleaders, runners and all kinds of weekend athletes know the pain of a knee injury. An injury to the knee that requires medical care or attention may be a problem…
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1. Do the Common Static Stretch Static stretching, where a muscle is stretched and held for a period of time, is the most common form of stretching. Jazzercise will teach you a series of static stretches. A good static stretch…
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December 18, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
When the blood vessels and nasal passageways in the nose become swollen with fluid, the nose becomes congested and often is referred to as stuffy nose. Allergies, pet dander, tobacco smoke, a cold or flu can cause nasal congestion, according…
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December 18, 2013 Fencing Competition Rules
Fencing is a sport in which contestants duel with swords; competitions are held from the local and regional levels to the Olympic Games. The rules governing competition worldwide were developed in the mid-17th century and evolved through the early 20th…
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December 18, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The primary health benefit of the oil of the flaxseed, Linum usitatissimum, also called linseed oil, is due to its omega-3 fatty acid content. Flaxseeds contain a high quantity of alphalinolenic acid, or ALA, a precursor to eicosapentaenoic acid, EPA,…
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December 18, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Atrophic vaginitis is a condition in which the vaginal tissue shrinks and becomes less moist because of a decrease in the hormone estrogen. It often results in feelings of dryness and subsequent pain in the vagina. While it is frequently…
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