If you choose 100 percent whole-wheat products, you're receiving both the bran and germ, two parts of the whole grain that supply key nutrients such as dietary fiber, B vitamins and manganese. Evidence indicates that increasing your consumption of...
Whole grains make up one part of a healthy diet. Grains provide nutrients that are lacking in refined grains. Wild rice, brown rice, barley and whole-wheat pasta are complex carbs that digest slowly as opposed to refined grains such as white rice...
Perhaps your doctor has recommended you change your diet to help lower your cholesterol, or you've decided to try and avoid high cholesterol levels before they happen. Whatever the reason for your decision, meal planning to include less...
A heart healthy diet is an eating plan that can help you sustain low levels of blood cholesterol and reduce your risk for coronary artery disease. Cholesterol is a substance your liver produces and you obtain from foods that, together with...
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious condition that describes the excessive force of blood upon the walls of the blood vessels. Chronic hypertension results in the weakening of the blood vessels, which in time increases the chances...
Cardiac output is the amount of blood being pumped from the heart each minute and is measured by monitoring your heart rate. Adult heart rates and corresponding cardiac outputs can range as follows; Out of shape middle aged adults to older adults...
Consumers concerned about age-related changes in their physical appearance and performance can easily fall victim to shameless quackery. Antiaging product marketing preys on the insecurity and fear felt by aging persons and these emotions often...
Fibers are long polymers of sugars and are classified as carbohydrates. Dietary sources of fiber are primarily obtained from plants, and good sources of dietary fiber are whole grain foods, beans and peas, nuts, vegetables and fruits. The American...
High blood pressure and cholesterol are the two main reasons people develop heart disease and stroke -- leading causes of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Having high blood pressure means...
Dark chocolate, sometimes touted as a "super food," is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants are important to cellular health, generally, and are key to immune function, which appears to be particularly sensitive to the antioxidant-oxidant balance in...
Knee replacement surgery can be a blessing for those who suffer from end-stage arthritis. It can mean the difference between living a quality lifestyle or one of severe pain and mobility limitations. Judging the right time in life to undergo a...
Glucose and insulin are two chemicals found in the body. Glucose is an energy source for the body, and generally the main energy source. Insulin is a hormone, meaning a chemical that is released into the blood to make changes in other parts of the...
Clamp work exercises use clamps that have predetermined tensile strength to provide resistance while you squeeze them. These exercises work the muscles in the forearms and hands responsible for wrist and finger flexion. Grip strength is an...
With the elderly population growing and life expectancy increasing, many adults face the responsibility of providing care for an elderly parent. Many have questions and uncertainty about how to proceed in finding adequate care. In addition, most...
Cardiovascular disease targets those who are overweight, post-menopausal or sedentary. For many of these people, an intense exercise regimen seems too intimidating. Yoga, however, provides a gentle, beginner-friendly cardiovascular exercise --...
Sodium is essential in the body for controlling fluid balance and for maintaining blood volume and pressure within a normal range. However, the average American eats far too much sodium, according to the University of California at San Francisco...
A vaccination or immunization is used to help the body protect itself against specific types of viruses or bacteria. Typically, a vaccine is administered as an injection in the upper portion of the arm. Medical experts with the American Academy of...
Getting adequate amounts of nutrients is essential for good health. Natural ways such as diet allow you to meet the daily requirements for proper nutrition. Finding natural sources is preferable to taking a multivitamin. In fact, the "Dietary...
Tamiflu is a brand-name prescription drug developed and marketed by the pharmaceutical company, Roche. The active ingredient in Tamiflu is oseltamivir phosphate, an anti-viral approved by the FDA in 1999. RxList.com notes that oseltamivir is only...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that total knee replacement is one of the most common orthopedic surgeries for Americans who are age 65 and older. A total knee replacement replaces your worn-out knee joint with an artificial...
New parents are often surprised by the number of vaccines their pediatricians recommend during their baby's first year of life. Most infants will receive multiple injections at each routine visit to the doctor, and it can be overwhelming to keep...
Taking your baby to the pediatrician for a round of shots is not easy, but it is essential in protecting him from preventable--and potentially life-threatening--diseases. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that babies receive their...
It's never easy to realize that a loved one is going to die. While death is a natural part of life, many people avoid talking or thinking about death, especially regarding the imminent the death of a spouse, child or parent. Whether a loved one is...
Calcium, the most abundant mineral in the body, is found mostly in the bones and teeth. The best way to get enough calcium is to consume a variety of vegetables, dairy products, and fortified cereals and juices. Obtaining enough calcium during...
The Centers for Disease Control says that herpes simplex virus type 2, or HSV-2, is present in about one in six Americans. Generally, the virus is transmitted during sexual contact with someone who has a genital HSV-2 infection. The infection is...
Hepatitis B is caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV) that causes inflammation of the liver. The virus is found in the blood and can be transmitted when bodily fluids come in contact with a break in the skin or a mucous membrane, such as the...
Softball was created in 1887 as an indoor form of baseball that could be played in the winter. Later in the sport's history, a number of amateur organizations developed, each with its own unique interpretations of the game's rules. One of the more...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 5 percent of adults aged 40 or over have peripheral arterial disease, or PAD, and 4 million Americans have cerebrovascular disease resulting in 600,000 strokes and 158,000 deaths...
Muscle loss in seniors, coupled with a decrease in cartilage and increase in collagen in the joints, can cause muscle and joint stiffness. Oftentimes this causes seniors to move in a more limited range of motion, and the joint becomes less capable...
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