The abdominal muscles stabilize your torso and allow for motion at your waist. The three major muscles of the abdominals are the rectus abdominus, oblique abdominals and transverse abdominals, which run along the front of your abs, the sides of…
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A stroke happens when the brain receives an inadequate amount of blood flow, usually due to a blocked or burst blood vessel. The signs of a stroke depend on the location in the brain where the damage occurred; but a…
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Different essential oils have varying properties and can be used for many purposes. In her book, “The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy,” Valerie Ann Worwood states that there are approximately 300 essential oils in use today but that…
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Overview Women can benefit from using supplements to gain muscle mass. Just like men, they can use natural supplements to accelerate their muscle-building. Natural anabolic substances enhance muscle performance without the hormonal effects that drugs such as anabolic steroids have…
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Getting to a gym on a regular basis can be expensive and time-consuming, but working out at home also can be tough if you have limited space. Small exercise equipment, such as a treadmill or a stationary bike, can help…
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Interval workouts on the treadmill can be monitored in detail, helping you to improve your walking and running performance in small increments. Walk, run or do a combination of both in very short or long time periods with a quick…
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November 22, 2013 Diet & Nutrition
1. Switch to Olive Oil Olive oil is used in all parts of Mediterranean cooking. People use it in baked goods, pasta and sauces and as a dip for bread. Olive oil contains omega-3 fatty acids, which help reduce heart…
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November 22, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Massage is a type of therapeutic bodywork that can benefit a pregnant woman in many ways. The weight of the growing baby puts pressure on the mother’s internal organs, creating aches and pains and restricted breathing. The stress of caring…
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The main abdominal muscles consist of the rectus abdominis in front and the external and internal oblique muscles on either side. These muscles work together to flex your spine forward and side to side. Your oblique muscles also function to…
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1. Weight Gain: A Common Side Effect Most forms of birth control have side effects, especially birth-control pills that are taken orally. One of the most common side effects of birth-control pills is weight gain. Weight gain occurs when the…
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A disease that does not arise due infectious process is termed as a non-communicable disease (NCD). Factors such as genetics, lifestyle, drug, alcohol and tobacco abuse, environment and psychological conditions are primarily responsible for NCDs. Some of the most common…
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1. Know the Rules If you camp in national parks, you won’t be able to gather your own firewood. Even if you trip over a big piece of dead wood that’s sitting right next to your campfire, you’re not allowed…
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A “six pack” stomach is an undeniable sign of athleticism, because it requires both low body fat and high muscularity. Besides being a sign of physical fitness, having six pack abs means they are muscular enough to bulge around the…
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November 22, 2013 Senior Health
The concept of medications interacting with each other is a fairly well known one. However, the potential interaction between certain medications and certain foods is perhaps not as obvious. The interaction between grapefruit–in the form of the fruit or the…
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November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Whether your goal is weight loss or healthful living, raw foods such as fruit, vegetables, nuts and seeds can deliver a host of benefits. Along with vitamins and minerals, raw foods are packed with health-boosting antioxidants and enzymes, according…
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November 22, 2013 Women's Health
Overview Pap smears are often performed as part of a normal gynecolgical exam to look for signs and risk factors for cervical cancer. With a Pap smear, a cotton swab is inserted into the vagina and brushed up against the…
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November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Fish and flaxseed oils both provide omega-3 fatty acids, which are known to reduce inflammation. Omega-3s are important for brain memory and performance as well as behavioral function, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Omega-3s also may…
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November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
You can’t avoid toxins altogether. Pollution, pesticides and chemical residues exist in our water, air and foods. We also absorb toxins from things we touch, such as plastic food containers, lotions and home cleaners. If you’re feeling sluggish and sick,…
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November 22, 2013 Mental Health
Easy exercises provide plenty of health benefits that can rid you of anxiety, whether something bothers you for the moment or you have concerns lasting for a longer period. By helping your body relax, you can gain confidence, focus on…
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November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
To achieve weight loss results quickly without making changes to your daily diet, you will need to implement an aggressive and disciplined fitness plan consisting of exercises that maximize fat burn and increase your metabolism. Drink plenty of water while…
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November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The Master Cleanse, also known as the Master Cleanser or the lemonade diet, is a detoxification program that involves drinking a mixture of lemon juice, water, cayenne pepper and maple syrup. The Master Cleanse was created by Stanley Burroughs, who…
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1. Lengthening Your Legs Always stretch warm muscles. A quick five minute march in place or some brisk walking should be enough to get your muscles ready for stretching. Once your legs are good and warm, you’re ready to stretch…
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1. Safe Sanitizing Cleaning products, especially ones where the label includes toxicity warnings, are very dangerous to use during pregnancy. To prevent unsafe chemical exposure during pregnancy, put aside bleach, ammonia, chlorine and household brand mixes until after you have…
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November 22, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
1. Pack Up Emergency kits are vital during any type of emergency. Your entire family should know what is in the kit and the proper way to use all of the equipment. Your emergency kit should include first aid supplies,…
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Pulled hamstring muscles often hamper athletes as well as occasional weekend warriors. A hamstring pull can range in severity from a partial tear of the muscle to a complete tear, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS). If…
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November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
You can achieve a quick calorie burn without costly gym memberships or even private coaching sessions. Introduce the challenge of interval training to some commonly known fat burning exercises such as running and jumping rope. The added intensity of interval…
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Flaxseed oil is a product of the flax plant, and is also called linseed oil. Flaxseed oil is rich in ALA, or alpha linoleic acid. Once absorbed into the body, ALA is turned into omega-3 fatty acids, according to the…
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1. Keep Poultry Healthy Chicken, turkey and other poultry are staples of American cooking. Poultry is relatively inexpensive and so versatile that there seems to be no end to the recipe possibilities it offers. Poultry is also lower in cholesterol…
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According to the American Heart Association, regular endurance activity improves your fitness level and exercise capacity and helps protect you from cardiovascular disease. HealthGuidance.org defines cardiovascular endurance as your ability to perform sustained physical activity, using your larger muscles, while…
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Celery seed is an herb that, historically, has been used much more in Ayurvedic and Eastern traditions than in western medicine. The University of Maryland Medical Center notes that celery seed was used in ancient cultures to treat medical conditions…
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