A cricket ball is an unforgiving object, especially when you are face-to-face with a fast bowler. The world's fastest bowlers can launch the ball at speeds of more than 90 mph, so batsmen and wicket keepers need to protect their hands. A hand...
A cricketer needs a bat that suits his physical skills, and one that is comfortable in his hands. Since cricketers are often at bat for very long periods of time, it is important to select a bat of the right weight so the arms do not become...
Old, worn golf club grips can take a toll on your game. Without a firm grip, the club will shift and rotate during your swing, causing inconsistent and inaccurate shots. If you cannot properly grip the club, proper mechanics do not matter. Find...
Chocolate agar refers to the strong, firm, gel created from the combination of traditional agar and red blood cells. The mixture is heated until the substance becomes chocolate brown in color. Chocolate agar is primarily used in laboratories as a...
The eye pupil is the hole in the middle of the iris, the colored part of the eye. Pupils dilate and shrink in response to light; two muscles control pupil size, according to "Fundamentals for Ophthalmic Personnel." Pupillary reactions are...
Your child's teeth may come in yellow or green for a variety of reasons. Yellowish teeth may or may not be cause for concern, but green teeth will need attention from your dentist. Antibiotic use, health conditions and exposure to metals can all...
Gout is a type of arthritis that affects the joints somewhat differently than other types of arthritis. Uric acid is a substance that normally gets flushed out of the body through urine. In gout sufferers, uric acid builds up in the body and forms...
The gear needed for a multiday backpacking trip can add up to a substantial load. Even if you are used to hiking uphill, wearing a heavy pack filled with a tent, a sleeping bag, a stove, fuel, food and water is burdensome. Carrying all this gear...
Human breast milk contains the right balance of nutrients to nourish your baby. The milk also contains proteins designed to be easily digested by an infant's stomach. Human milk also contains comparatively small amounts of the milk protein casein,...
Bob Howard, better known by his ring name Bob "Hardcore" Holly, is a professional wrestler currently working with Varsity Pro Wrestling, a U.K.-based promotion, as of 2011. Best known for his 15-plus years with the WWF/WWE, Holly rose to fame due...
Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is an uncomfortable sensation that can cause significant distress and/or embarrassment for the sufferer. Dry mouth can be caused by smoking, recreational drug use, alcohol use, dehydration, medication or...
According to Womenshealth.gov, approximately 5 million women in America suffer with polycystic ovarian syndrome, commonly called PCOS. As well as cysts on the ovaries which gives the condition its name, other typical symptoms of PCOS include...
The Cabbage Soup Diet is also known as "The Hospital Diet," "The Sacred Heart Diet" and "The Miracle Soup Diet." It is rumored that the diet originated when a hospital used it to rapidly reduce weight in patients scheduled for surgery. However, no...
The effects of sodium on the diet can be profound. According to the Mayo Clinic, the vast majority of sodium in the American diet -- 77 percent -- comes from processed and prepared foods, and many of these foods may not even taste salty. "Sodium...
Droopy eyelids can interfere with vision as well as create cosmetic concerns. It is a normal symptom of aging, to some extent. However, according to Virginia E. Bishop, contributor to "Foundations of Low Vision," when eyelids occlude the pupil,...
With age and maturity comes a long list of responsibilities, and weekly chores are high on the list. Fortunately, some of your burdens provide advantages. For instance, mowing your lawn helps you reach your 30-minute-per-day exercise minimum while...
For south Jersey resident cyclists, the Paramount Cycling Club extends a hand to help you improve. From teaching how to ride in a peloton, or single-file line, to improving fitness, Paramount does a bit of everything. Since its inception in 2007,...
Blue cohosh -- also known as blue or yellow ginseng, papoose root, blueberry root and by its scientific name Caulophyllum thalictroides -- is a plant that has been used by Native Americans and alternative medicine practitioners as a method for...
Black cohosh is a plant that has a long history of use in Native American, European and Chinese folk medicine traditions for medical conditions ranging from kidney problems to neurological disorders. While some modern scientific studies indicate...
Sodium is an essential nutrient, helping your body maintain salt and water balance. Too much sodium in your diet, however, is potentially harmful. Processed and fast foods are common sources of excess dietary sodium. Consuming too much sodium may...
