The acronym IQ is short for intelligence quotient. According to Science Daily, IQ is a score derived from a set of standardized tests used to measure a person's cognitive abilities in relation to his age group. The chronological age is divided by...
Some body fat is essential for optimal health; however, too much can be unhealthy and unsightly. Throughout your lifetime your weight may change dozens of times, and with it your body fat percentage may progressively increase. If you choose to...
Having a good attitude doesn't require thinking that everything is coated in gold. A good attitude comes when a person makes a determined effort to assume that everything happens, and will happen, for the best. People who are naturally inclined to...
The body is designed to maintain homeostasis--balance. Sitting in the office, unhealthy eating habits and minimal trips to the gym are the norm for most Americans. As this behavior continues, weight gain is inevitable. Awareness of the common...
According to the Institute for Traditional Medicine, the Chinese have used herbs to enhance fertility since 200 AD. Practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) do not use any single herb to treat infertility. Instead, they select from...
What, when and how you eat will have an impact on your performance and feelings during exercise. You might be slow and have stomach pain if you eat a large meal right before you exercise. Alternately, you might not be able to put in an effective...
Derived from the Isatis tinctoria plant, istatis root is a medicinal supplement that was once primarily used as a source of indigo dye. Historically, both Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine have use isatis root in combination with other herbs to help...
It's easy to forget that your elders were once teenagers just like you. Older people have worked hard for decades, and many of them fought in wars to protect their country, so these citizens deserve your respect. There's no need to feel awkward or...
Excess poundage is a common problem; the National Institutes of Health states that almost two thirds of the United States population is overweight. The NIH advises a well-balanced, low-calorie diet and more exercise. Some people turn to...
People throughout history have suspected what scientists are now verifying: exercise makes you smarter. Ancient Greeks believed in the interconnectedness of body and mind. Much later, Thomas Jefferson stated the connection bluntly: "Not less than...
What do Texas barbecue, pad thai and curry Vindaloo have in common? Each is redolent with chili peppers, the source of the lip-smacking spiciness that elevates each dish from feeble to fiery. Capsaicin, the compound that gives chili peppers their...
Like everyone, people with Alzheimer's disease benefit from a nutritious diet and regular exercise. The disease can provide challenges to a healthy lifestyle, however. Patients and caregivers can benefit from using strategies designed to improve...
Palpitations are sensations that the heart is skipping a beat, fluttering, pounding or racing. They may be felt in the chest, throat or neck. Palpitations may be triggered by strong emotions, vigorous exercise, certain medications, caffeine, some...
As you age, you may notice a difference in other people's perception of you. If all they see is wisdom and experience, that's fine. When they start treating you as a feeble, old person, you may want to consider a few tricks to make yourself look...
A stiff back prevents you from living a full life, interfering with work and play. Back pain is one of the most common medical complaints among Americans, affecting eight out of 10 people, according to MedlinePlus. A stiff back is usually...
In the book "The BabyCenter Essential Guide to Your Baby's First Year," Linda Murray and her collaborators note that 30 percent of babies are afflicted with constipation during some point of their infancy. Constipation is typically easy...
Yohimbe, also known as Pausinystalia yohimbe, is the source of yohimbine, an active ingredient in many herbal supplements marketed for sexual enhancement, weight loss, performance enhancement and stimulant effects, as well as a prescription drug,...
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