Several serious health problems are linked with heavy coffee consumption. According to Harvard University, it is safe for the average adult to consume up to three cups of coffee each day. One cup of coffee contains 8 oz. and 100 mg of caffeine....
The prostate, which is located at the base of the penis, is a small gland that is approximately the size of a walnut. The prostate makes the liquid portion of semen. There are a variety of conditions that can affect the prostate, though most of...
Cinnamon is a warm, fragrant spice that is particularly popular in baked goods and hot drinks during the fall and winter months. Not only good for your taste buds, this ground spice is also good for your health. It has been linked to aiding health...
Saffron is a plant that primarily grows in Spain, although it may have originated in the Middle East. The stigmas of saffron flowers are used to flavor traditional Spanish paella, as well as fish stew and some Asian dishes. Saffron also has a long...
Food that contains harmful chemicals or are genetically modified may increase your risks for cancer and other diseases. The Food and Drug Administration does not require food manufacturers to test new substances for safety or food labels to list...
According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, or AAFP, the prevalence of alcohol dependence is between 8 and 14 percent, making alcoholism the most common psychiatric disorder in the United States. Health problems related to alcoholism...
Health problems not only can affect your overall ability to maintain a healthy lifestyle, but also can affect your ability to exercise. However, in most cases, you might still be able to keep up an active lifestyle, as long as you take into...
Expecting parents are responsible for making healthy decisions for the sake of their baby, but some newborn health problems aren’t preventable. Discovering that your newborn has a health problem can be devastating, but learning about some...
Most people do not naturally have dazzling, snow-white teeth. The natural color varies, and teeth become discolored over time. They can yellow from normal chewing, which causes microscopic cracks over the years. According to the Consumer Guide to...
Potassium, an essential mineral, acts as an electrolyte in the body, meaning that it helps conduct electrical impulses between the nerves. It also works with sodium to balance the amount of water between the cells and body fluids. A low blood...
When you hear the phrase "lack of nutrition," images of the homeless or citizens in undeveloped nations may come to mind. Yet poor nutrition can be something you and your family deal with without even realizing it. While physicians and other...
Slouching affects more than the way you look -- it can have negative effects on your health, some of which are long term. You must practice good posture in every aspect of your daily life, from when you sit at your desk at work or school to when...
If vegetarians do not pay attention to nutrition, health problems can arise, ranging from anemia to low energy levels and improper growth. There are a number of vegetarian diets that range from completely animal-free vegan diets to more liberal...
Undernutrition occurs when your diet does not provide you with the proper nutrition to be healthy. Undernutrition can mean you're consuming inadequate calories, or it can occur when your diet is full of empty calories. Sometimes malnutrition...
Soy is a controversial food item these days, with many people being strongly for or strongly against its use. Many of the substances found in soy that advocates believe can result in health problems are, however, removed in traditionally fermented...
There are many contributing factors to poor blood circulation. Diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and blockage in the arteries and blood vessels are just a few. Poor blood circulation can be uncomfortable and sometimes painful. Tingling or numbness...
Exercises for health problems with bones require stretching, coordinating, strengthening and balancing your musculoskeletal system in order to lower risks of falling, fracturing your bones and developing bone ailments such as arthritis and...
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) reports that approximately 26 percent of American adults, about one in four, has a diagnosable mental health disorder. Of the 26 percent with a mental health problem, at least 6 percent suffer from...
Chewing sugarless gum for 20 minutes after a meal can reduce your risk of tooth decay, as noted by the American Dental Association. Sugarless gum promotes the flow of saliva with increased concentrations of phosphate and calcium, which strengthens...
Your diet can influence your health and susceptibility to disease. A well-balanced diet of healthy foods combined with physical activity can help you sustain good health, whereas a poor diet consisting of unhealthy foods can reduce your immunity,...
Diabetes, also called diabetes mellitus, is a disease marked by high levels of sugar in the blood. In type I diabetes, the body does not make insulin, a hormone that changes sugar into energy for the body. Type II diabetes occurs when the body...
Hot yoga, or Bikram Yoga, is a relatively new twist on an old discipline. In 1972, Bikram Choudhury, a native of India, set up his first three hot yoga studios in the United States. The technique, which involves contorting your body into a series...
We all want to keep our bodies young and healthy so that we can live long, happy and fulfilling lives. There are so many devastating health conditions -- diabetes, heart disease, stroke, cancer -- that threaten a lengthy, healthy life. There is...
Gum disease, also known as gingivitis and periodontal disease, occurs when you have chronic inflammation of your gums. The inflammation can range from mild to severe, as gum disease affects everyone differently. Mild forms of gum disease can be...
Corn syrup is a caloric sweetener composed of three different sugars: maltose, glucose and dextrose. Manufacturers use corn syrup as a sweetener in carbonated beverages, baked foods and some canned foods. Because corn syrup contains glucose, it is...
Many people enjoy a cup of coffee, or several, every day. Coffee is a mixture of several different components, including caffeine and molecules called diterpenes. Many scientific studies have investigated the effects of coffee and/or its...
Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is a widely required nutrient in the body for connective tissue maintenance and repair, strong immunity, and cardiovascular health. Although virtually all other animals are able to synthesize vitamin C internally,...
Osteoporosis affects about 44 million Americans over 50 years old, according to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, with 80 percent of women affected and 20 percent of men. Luckily, calcium carbonate can help prevent or reduce the effects of...
Milk is a commonly consumed substance in Western societies. You drink milk to get your calcium, your drink milk to get your vitamin D, but despite its benefits, milk may have some disadvantages. Drinking milk as a regular part of your diet can...
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