Underarm skin can darken over time for numerous reasons, including medical conditions and irritation from antiperspirants, shaving, depilatory creams and constrictive clothing. Fortunately, there are also products designed to alleviate this...
If you want shiny, thick, luxurious hair, skip the expensive hair products and use the money you save to buy fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Nothing you put on your hair can make up for poor nutrition, says Lisa Drayer, author of "The...
Illinois passed the Healthcare Surrogate Act to lessen the emotional distress of physicians and family members who must make the decision to forgo lifesaving treatment on behalf of another person. The Act helps doctors by listing surrogate...
Coffee drinkers praise caffeine's ability to make them more alert and focused, as well as a host of other potential health benefits. However, caffeine is associated with a number of negative health impacts which may create a problem for people...
Children older than age 6 who have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, may be prescribed Focalin by a doctor to help manage their symptoms. The active ingredient in Focalin--dexmethylphenidate--is a central nervous system stimulant...
Choosing a drug rehabilitation center is a vital task that requires preparation and research. The right kind of treatment can make all the difference in the success of your recovery or the recovery of a loved one. Counselors at Casa Palmera, a...
Ginsana is a brand name in the United States for a proprietary version of the herbal supplement known as Panax ginseng. The company that manufactures it also lists chlorophyll, sunflower oil, lecithin, gelatin, beeswax and glycerin among its...
Heating limestone produces a chemical substance used in agriculture called pulverized lime, or calcium oxide. Generally, 2 mg of calcium oxide is considered safe for food use; however, concentrations of 25 mg can produce serious side effects...
When a pregnant woman drinks alcohol, the alcohol passes through the placenta into the unborn baby's bloodstream. Fetuses cannot break down alcohol as effectively as adults, so alcohol stays in the bloodstream for a long time, potentially causing...
If you're taking fish oil and notice your gums bleeding when brushing your teeth, you may be suffering from excess bleeding related to the supplement. Fish oil is a natural blood thinner, which has positive and negative effects. Many people take...
Vitamins are used by the body to perform basic functions such as nerve operation, growth and digestion, all functions that affect the appearance and health of the skin, report doctors at the Food and Drug Administration. Vitamins taken internally...
African sleeping sickness, a disease that afflicts sub-Sahara Africa and is fatal in humans without treatment, presents numerous challenges for treatment. It gets its name from one of its symptoms; victims sleep for long periods of time. The...