Opiates are a category of drugs often employed to relieve pain and reduce anxiety. Regular use of opiates results in a phenomenon known as tolerance in which more of the drug is needed to achieve the same result. If an…
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The Total Gym Pro is an older model of the Total Gym series. The Total Gym Pro may not come with accessories such as the Total Gym Dip Bars and Squat Platform like newer models, but there are still plenty…
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December 16, 2013 Senior Health
Rheumatic heart disease encompasses a variety of heart abnormalities, the most of common of which is a damaged heart valve. Rheumatic heart disease is caused by a bacterial infection that travels to the heart. If the infection is not treated…
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1. Use Your Leverage Making your arms do all the work while you paddle can cause wrist soreness, tendinitis and other repetitive injuries. While you’re paddling, try not to pull the blade through the water using only one arm. As…
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December 16, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Rashes are skin eruptions that may be accompanied by pain, redness, swelling, blisters or itching. Many diseases, such as genital herpes and German measles, include a rash as a symptom of the underlying illness, while in other cases including contact…
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December 16, 2013 Diet & Nutrition
1. Early to Bed, Early to Rise When you begin the Body for Life Diet, you are committing to 6 days of exercise per week. One of the easiest ways to incorporate this strict exercise program into your life is…
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Your body goes through a variety of changes throughout your life. From the early beginnings of puberty to the changes that come with old age, the shape of your body changes to accommodate the chemical reactions that take place. Likewise,…
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Overview As society becomes more technologically advanced, more workers are sitting in front of a computer eight hours a day, five days a week. Sitting for long periods–even less than 30 minutes–can cause lower back and hip pain, stiffness, weakness…
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December 16, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Exercise is an important part of weight loss because it burns calories, reduces fat and builds lean muscle. Perhaps you are new to exercise and can’t decide how to get started, or maybe you need to make your boring workout…
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Overview Federal law prohibits a debt collector from communicating or threatening to communicate false credit information. This prohibition also includes the failure to communicate information that a debt is disputed. These and other prohibited debt collection practices are part of…
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Leukemia refers to four types of cancers of the blood cells and bone marrow. It results in the abnormal growth and development of blood-forming cells such as red and white blood cells. Leukemia is classified as either lymphocytic or myelogenous…
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Time and money are generally the top two reasons for not exercising. One solution for both issues is exercise DVDs. These resources can be purchased from stores and online, and they can be checked out of your local library. Working…
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December 16, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview More than 20 million Americans take prescription drugs to lower their cholesterol. The most common cholesterol-lowering drugs are statins. Though statins are clinically effective in lowering cholesterol, they are expensive and may produce uncomfortable side effects. An alternative approach…
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Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that leads to progressive nerve damage and brain cell death that affects more than 5.3 million Americans, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Alzheimer’s is characterized by aggregates of toxic proteins called amyloid plaques, and…
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December 16, 2013 Mental Health
Many people lack self-confidence and fear failure. If you stop pursuing your dreams, avoid getting to know an attractive person you’ve just met, or miss out on other exciting opportunities, you may suffer from low self-esteem and a lack of…
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December 16, 2013 Mental Health
Bipolar disease refers to a psychiatric condition in which people have fluctuating emotions from depression to mania. The Mayo Clinic states that specific symptoms of bipolar disorder include an inflated sense of self-esteem, risky behavior, depression, rapid speech and racing…
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December 16, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Callus scars are thickened layers of skin that develop along areas of the body as a result of repeated pressure or friction. They’re most commonly seen on the bottoms of the feet, but may also develop on the palms…
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There are hundreds of different types of yoga, each a derivative of one of the four Hindu yoga paths: Karma, Raja, Bhakti and Jnana. According to yogi author, David Swenson, the most popular form of yoga in the United States…
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Overview Getting a tattoo used to be about membership in the military or groups on the fringes of society, but in recent times the practice has gone mainstream. If, like many people, you would like to get rid of that…
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December 16, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Panax Ginseng, also referred to as Asian or Korean ginseng, is a plant that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for an array of health benefits. Today, research shows ginseng is beneficial for supporting cardiovascular health, promoting immunity, stabilizing…
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December 16, 2013 Find Balance
1. An Alternative to the Pill The diaphragm is a dome shaped rubber shield used to cover the cervix and prevent sperm from entering during sexual intercourse. This method has declined in popularity due to advances in hormonal birth control…
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December 16, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Diabetes is a disease that affects the body’s ability to regulate blood sugar. There are two types of diabetes that vary slightly in their chemistry and manifestations, as well as in their methods of management and treatment. Regardless, both type…
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December 16, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Black cohosh is a North American perennial herb and a member of the buttercup family. It has two Latin names–Actaea racemosa and Cimicifuga racemosa–and a host of common names: bugbane, bugwort, rattleroot, rattleweed and black snakeroot. Its popularity derives…
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1. A Simple Stretch While there are a few ways to do side deltoid stretches, you can’t go wrong with a simple classic. Stand with your feet about shoulder width apart, making sure that your spine is tall and straight…
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December 16, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Flaxseed oil is derived from the seeds of the flax plant. Flaxseed is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, specifically alpha linoleic acid (ALA), a compound the body cannot produce naturally. The body needs fatty acids to function normally. According to…
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Total body workouts, or hybrid training—as coined by Rodney Corn of PTA Global—involves working your entire body with multiple joints, muscle groups and movement patterns. This not only takes the boredom out of exercise, but also increases calorie expenditure, improves…
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December 16, 2013 Diet & Nutrition
1. Meet the Goal Half Way Jenny Craig pre-packaged meals are one of the key ingredients to the diet’s success. The pre-packaged meals take the guesswork out of meal and snack preparation. You eat the pre-packaged meals everyday until you…
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December 16, 2013 Children's Health
Babies are constantly growing and developing. The first year is one of the most rapid stages in life in terms of motor skills and physical development. Most babies go from being completely physically dependent at birth, to crawling between 4…
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December 16, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Body piercing is a form of self-expression for people of all ages. It allows wearers to express their individuality and make a statement with a simple piece of jewelry. Although tongue piercings require special care to prevent infection, they…
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1. Right On When you think of splints, you most likely think of some type of stiff material used to immobilize an injury wrapped with a bandage. In sports taping, splinting happens with the tape itself. Because sports taping must…
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