Treating your body as if you were already pregnant is best when trying to conceive, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. Prepping your body for pregnancy will help ensure a healthy baby while lowering your risk of health...
According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, problem and pathological gambling affects about 5 million to 15 million Americans. It is common in young people and is not restricted to any particular social class.
According to the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), emotionally healthy individuals have a capacity to process and express their emotional experiences in a productive way that reduces stress. Many life transitions, both positive and...
Acne is a common skin condition that begins in the teen years when fluctuating hormones cause the overproduction of oil, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. The excess oil mixes with dead skin cells and bacteria in the skin's...
The Mayo Clinic explains that the most common form of headache is a tension headache. Medically known as tension headaches, they're characterized by periodic to chronic episodes of mild to moderate pain or pressure within the head. They can last...
Gout occurs when uric acid builds up in the joints, causing inflammation and pain. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, gout can often be controlled by making lifestyle changes and without the need for medication. More acute...
Chronic post nasal drip is a common problem that occurs when your body produces excess mucous in response to allergens or disease, that slowly runs or drips down the back of your throat. Mucous play an important role in protecting your body from...
The most common type of bone cancer in juveniles, osteosarcoma, is usually diagnosed between ages 10 and 20, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. The American Cancer Society points out that osteosarcoma forms on rapidly growing...
Diabetics have to monitor blood glucose levels because with this condition, glucose tends to build up, elevating blood glucose levels. High blood glucose can lead to health problems, so it is important to be aware of your levels in order to keep...
Although mold allergies can cause nasal congestion, nasal discharge, dry or scaly skin and sneezing, some individuals find the itching they experience from their mold allergy the most unpleasant or bothersome. Many lifestyle modifications or...
Despite a lack of specific research, consuming grapefruit -- including the peel -- may assist you in losing weight, according to The Diet Channel. Incorporating grapefruit into regular meals, and eating grapefruit as a snack, appear to be...
Fungal nail infections are a common problem for people with diabetes and circulatory disorders, and in those over the age of 60 years, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. Toenail fungus may begin as a small yellow or white spot...
A pulled, or strained, back muscle occurs when the muscle is stretched too far. This stretching causes tiny tears to develop within the back muscle. Minor pulled muscles often cause only minor discomfort, but severe strains can cause considerable...
FamilyDoctor.org, a website affiliated with the American Academy of Family Physicians, reports that to lose one pound per week, you need to eat 500 fewer calories each day. If you burn 500 calories every day, you'll lose another pound per week....
Diaper rash is a common problem new parents deal with, since most babies will get a diaper rash at some point during their diaper-wearing years, according to pediatrician Marianne Neifert in "Parenting" magazine. Rashes are usually caused by...
The idea of snowboarding came from the desire to surf on the snow. The first board made for this purpose, created by inventor Sherman Poppen in the 1960s, was dutifully named the "Snurfer," according to magazine "Snowsphere."...
Trouble getting to sleep is a common condition that can lead to daytime fatigue, trouble concentrating, poor work and school performance, irritability and depression. According to the Mayo Clinic, most adults require between seven and eight hours...
Antidepressants are given to improve the mood, appetite, concentration levels, and the quality of sleep of the individual. There are four different types of antidepressants and these include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors such as Prozac,...
Children are sometimes thought to have behavioral problems when their behavior does not meet with parental or societal expectations. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, behavioral problems should be determined by how disruptive...
Peppermint oil is extracted from the stem, leaves and flowers of the peppermint plant. It is often used as a flavoring in toothpaste and mouthwash, but is also used in the alternative medical world, as well. Although peppermint oil may appeal to...
Depending upon the type of acne you have, one or more treatments may be required to eliminate the problem. Combination therapy is often reserved for those who have stubborn or severe acne that is not responding to any particular single treatment...
Chemotherapy treatments are mentally and physically debilitating for most cancer patients. The various chemicals that enter your body cause overall weakness, nausea and fatigue. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, fatigue is a...
Pregnancy changes your body's hormonal landscape, and as such, can leave you with some undesirable side effects, such as hair on your chin, upper lip, chest, knuckles and back. Many women lose this hair naturally, over time, as their bodies shift...
Osteoarthritis, or OA, of the knee is one of the leading causes of disability in the aging population, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. OA generally occurs in knees that have endured trauma, infection or an injury. The...
C.difficile enteritis, or Clostridium difficile, is also known as C.diff. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, this is a bacteria that naturally grows in our intestines and normally causes no problems. When the internal balance...
Scabies, a common itchy skin condition, is caused by a tiny mite, the Sarcoptes scabiei, that burrows into the top layer of the body's skin to lay eggs. This contagious disease typically spreads by skin-to-skin or sexual contact with an infected...
Dry skin is easily irritated when the outer oily layer stops effectively sealing in moisture. Dry and itchy skin can be caused by factors such as age and low humidity. Add into the equation dehydration, stress or smoking and your already dry and...
With so many different over-the-counter products used to treat acne, it can be confusing to choose the right product. The Mayo Clinic as well as the American Academy of Family Physicians recommend specific products geared toward different types of...
According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, a low purine diet is recommended to limit the build-up of uric acid. Uric acid crystals settle into the joints and cause an arthritis known as gout. The exact cause of gout is unknown, but it...
