December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a popular and ancient herb that’s been used as a spice to flavor dishes, and as a medicinal remedy to treat a wide array of ailments. Turmeric’s roots, rhizomes and bulbs are the plant parts used,…
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December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
A variety of organic herbal treatments for male-oriented ailments such as prostate issues and erectile dysfunction are undergoing clinical trials. While some herbal treatments have shown promise, more testing is needed. That testing is likely to continue, because herbal treatments…
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December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Walking may seem like an easy activity and an inefficient way to burn calories, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Even though it’s less intense than many other types of exercise, brisk walking burns nearly 300 calories…
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December 6, 2013 Children's Health
According to the “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders”(DSM), Asperger’s Disorder (AD), sometimes called “Asperger’s Syndrome,” is one of the pervasive developmental disorders (PPDs). The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) regards AD as part of the…
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1. Why Can’t we all Just get Along? The best way to discuss alimony is for the husband and wife going through a divorce to sit down together and discuss the settlement in a civil and mature way. This isn’t…
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According to MedlinePlus, high blood pressure occurs with a systolic reading of 140 over a diastolic reading of 90 or higher. High blood pressure does not have any symptoms, but can lead to more serious health issues, including stroke, heart…
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Overview BMX, or bicycle moto cross, was developed at the end of the 1960s in California. Based on the same principles as motorcycle racing, the popularity of BMX rose rapidly in the early 1970s and remains popular right across the…
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Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder in which the defective gene causes abnormally thick mucus secretions. The thickened mucus tends to clog the passageways into which it is secreted. The lungs and pancreas are particularly susceptible to the effects of…
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Overview Nausea can be a symptom of many different illnesses. It can be due to anything from food poisoning to motion sickness to pregnancy or chemotherapy. Whatever the cause, when you feel nauseous, you may not want to (or you…
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December 6, 2013 Safe Sunscreen Ingredients
Sunscreen is used to protect the skin from damaging ultraviolet rays. Some ingredients in sunscreen can be harmful to the skin and body because they contain potentially hazardous substances. On the flip side, many toxin-free ingredients are used in sunscreens,…
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December 6, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Most people tend to think of a massage as a leisurely treatment that is performed while you lie on a table. Indeed, this is one form of massage, but another type of therapeutic bodywork is called a seated, or chair…
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Overview A home foreclosure will stay on your credit report for seven years. This can make it difficult for you to purchase big-ticket items such as a car or a house if you cannot afford to pay cash. However, if…
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1. Squeeze the Tension Away Simple Hatha yoga stretching can lessen all the aches and pains of the workday. It’s easy to do stretches and neck exercises at your desk or at home throughout the day. Perform neck rolls by…
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Although they were once most commonly used as a natural diuretic treatment and to eliminate kidney or bladder stones, the berries of the hawthorn (Crataegus laevigata) have also been used to treat heart disease and related cardiac problems since the…
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Overview Schizandra, also spelled schisandra, has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years. The Chinese call it wu-wei-zi, which translates to “five-flavored fruit” because its taste contains all the basic flavors of salty, sour, bitter and sweet plus…
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December 6, 2013 Children's Health
Overview Your child’s rapid and irregular physical development through childhood may surprise you. Great changes take place during his first three years, as 75 percent of his brain growth happens in that short time, according to Growing Child. His motor…
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When people work sedentary jobs, long hours of sitting means fitness and daily activity must be a priority. The Mayo Clinic explains that setting aside time for physical activity—before, during or after work—is essential to good health. Any activity counts…
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Overview Competitive softball with modified pitching rules usually features more hitting and scoring than traditional fast-pitch softball. In modified softball, the pitcher is not allowed to use a windmill windup. She can bring her arm back to head height, but…
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1. Hop ‘Til You Drop The Lindy Hop has gained recent popularity and first started in the 1920s and 1930s in Harlem in the Savoy Room. As big bands began to play all over the country, the Lindy Hop spread…
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December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Vitamin B12 deficiencies are extremely rare. It can take several years for the symptoms of a B12 deficiency to manifest, due to the body’s capacity for storing large amounts of the nutrient. Because Vitamin B12 is bound to protein in…
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Arnica is an herb that has long been used as a homeopathic treatment for a variety of ailments. Since the 1500s, Europeans and Native Americans have sought out arnica for medicinal purposes, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center….
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When it comes to stretching, there are two distinctive types–static and dynamic. Static stretching is characterized by holding a body part in a fixed position for 20 or more seconds. This type of stretching is generally done at the end…
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1. Stretch It Out Stretching and warming up properly are the best ways to prevent hamstring injuries in ballet. Full body stretching helps the body to warm up; however, to protect the hamstrings from injury, it’s important to stretch out…
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December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Heart rate is the measurement of the number of heart contractions, or beats, that occur per minute. The target heart rate is the optimum rate for people who are exercising. Exercising within your target heart rate zone will ensure…
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The fat that is found on the upper portion of your abdomen is a source of many health risks. Visceral fat has been known to increase your risk for many different diseases. Type II diabetes, atherosclerosis, metabolic syndrome and strokes…
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Rose gold is a precious metal with a distinctive, rosy glow. Sometimes referred to as red gold or pink gold, rose gold gains its unique hue from the presence of copper, which is added to yellow gold to lend it…
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December 6, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Inflammation can occur when the tissues in your body become irritated, injured or diseased, and it shows up in the form of pain, redness and swelling around the affected area. For people with inflammation-related conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, inflammation…
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December 6, 2013 Children's Health
Overview About one in five babies develop colic, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics, a condition characterized by inconsolable crying that lasts for three or more hours each day. Babies suffering from colic often show signs of gastrointestinal distress,…
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December 6, 2013 The Herb Burdock
Overview Burdock (Arctium majus), also known as lappa or wild gobo, is a perennial herb valued for its medicinal and culinary properties. The plant’s name is a combination of the words “bur,” in reference to its many tenacious burrs, and…
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December 6, 2013 Senior Health
Alzheimer’s is a neurodegenerative disorder that is caused by buildups of toxic protein within the brain. These buildups, called plaques, cause nerve cell death and ultimately lead to dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive disorder that leads to memory loss,…
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