A hemangioma is an unexplained buildup of blood vessels in human skin or internal organs. Also called birthmarks or port wine stains, hemangiomas are common benign tumors of the skin. They are often patchy, bright red and characterized by blood...
Our skin is the largest organ in the human body. It protects our internal organs, but the skin needs protection itself from damaging environmental elements. Proper skin care is the key to maintaining healthy skin that looks and feels great....
An ultrasound is a diagnostic procedure that using cyclic audio pressure to detect the structure of some internal organs of the human body. This procedure is painless and non-invasive, and does not use radiation. Ultrasound is a very important...
The organ systems of the human body work together to create homeostasis, a state of functional health adequate to sustain life. The human organs within these systems work together to perform a specific function. For instance, inhalation requires...
The liver is one of the human body's vital internal organs. It is the primary tool used to filter toxins and general waste matter, preventing them from entering the bloodstream and causing health concerns. Furthermore, the liver works in close...
Pregnancy describes the period of time from conception to birth as an egg develops into a baby. Because no one knows exactly when an egg becomes fertilized, doctors calculate the length of pregnancy as 40 weeks from the first day of the last...
Think about words used to describe naturally beautiful skin: radiant, glowing, vibrant, youthful, smooth and clear. Your skin tells the world that you are healthy, inside and out, or that you are fatigued, stressed and far too harried to care for...
According to MedlinePlus, herpes is the common name for infections caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). HSV, says Dr. Lawrence Corey in "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine," has been isolated from nearly every site on and inside the...
Coenzyme Q10, or CoQ-10, is a vitamin-like substance found in the internal organs of the human body, in small amounts in certain foods, and in nutritional supplements. People take CoQ-10 for a number of health conditions including heart disease...
Just like the heart and other internal organs, the human brain must also be nourished with a diet of healthful foods for better performance. A healthful diet has been linked to better cognition and brain cell protection, and might aid in the...
The human body contains structures that hold the internal organs in place, including the abdominal wall at the front of the body and the muscular diaphragm that separates the chest and abdominal cavities. During development in the womb, these...
Glutamic acid is an abundant chemical in plants and animals. As an amino acid used to build proteins, glutamic acid is essential for human health. Fortunately, the human body can synthesize glutamic acid, and it is commonly found in many types of...
The skeleton provides the body with a sturdy framework for the attachment of muscles as well as for protection of internal organs. However, not all bones in the human body are considered weight bearing, or those that must be present and in working...
Brain exercises are considered to be any activity that provides mental stimulation. According to the Center for Disease Control, these exercises protect against decline in cognitive ability. Most memory or motor skill loss that occurs with age...
Protein is found in every in every part of your body, down to the level of your individual cells. In particular, proteins constitute a significant part of your glands, muscles, skin and internal organs. It is critical for human growth and...
During pregnancy, an embryo starts from a single cell and grows into a baby. Considerable amounts of growth and development occur in this time. The major body structures are formed during the first eight weeks of pregnancy (the embryonic period)....
While many people are concerned about the calories, fats and overall calories they consume, few pay attention to their enzyme consumption. Enzymes are specialized proteins -- or chains of amino acids -- that trigger particular biochemical...
In the event of a disaster or other emergency, being prepared is vital. According to a 2009 Newsweek article, survival is "90 percent psychology;" or anticipating that an emergency may occur and that you may have to be prepared for survival....
Collagen is an important bodily protein. It supports the cellular structure of internal organs, and more noticeably, skin. The human body produces new collagen every day, but as people age, collagen breaks down quicker than it is replenished. When...
Herpes is a viral infection characterized by painful blisters and itchy open sores. Herpes usually involves the mouth or genitals. However, writes University of Washington professor Lawrence Corey in the 2008 edition of "Harrison's Principles of...
Dr. Robert Atkins first introduced his high protein diet in the 1970s with the release of his book "The New Diet Revolution." In the 1990s, the diet experienced heightened popularity, with people reporting extraordinary weight loss results. Food...
The colon is vitally important in terms of removing accumulated waste matter from the human body. No other internal organ is anywhere near as pivotal to this essential function. Unfortunately, should adequate steps not be taken through a strict...
The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body. The primary functions of your liver include breaking down fats from the foods you eat and filtering out disease-causing toxins from your bloodstream. Your body is constantly exposed to...
The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body, and its responsibilities live up to its weight. It is a solid organ located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, or just beneath the bottom segment of ribs on the right side of the...
The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body, and its duties match its size. Your liver influences metabolism, digestion, blood composition and many other processes, affecting nearly every body system in some way. Keeping your liver...
The liver is the largest gland in the human body and the sole internal organ that has the ability to regenerate itself. Its key functions include secretion of bile, storing vitamins, clotting blood and destroying bacteria. The liver also acts as a...
The liver is the most important organ of the human body's internal detox system, according to Dr. Sandra Cabot. Its role is to break down and excrete toxic substances such as alcohol, drugs and chemicals found in the environment. The liver has...
The liver is the largest internal organ of the human body, responsible for many important biological tasks. The liver detoxifies the body by removing unwanted poisons and toxins, and processes macro-nutrients and vitamins needed for well-being....
The skeleton provides the framework for muscles and enables humans to walk upright and protects our internal organs, and our brain, vital for life, is protected by the skull. Keeping our skeleton healthy offers us pain-free movement, range of...