Low pH in drinking water is not dangerous to your health, but the cause should be examined. It may be from a natural geological condition in the well or ground. It could also be a result of acid rain. On the other hand, low pH may indicate a metal...
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, or EPA, your drinking water should have a pH between 6.5 and 8.5. Any higher, and the water becomes "hard." While not a health hazard, hard water leaves mineral deposits in your pipes that will...
The metabolism is the internal machine that burns calories -- a dieter's friend or foe. In technical terms, TeensHealth website describes the metabolism as a collection of chemical reactions that convert fuel in your food to energy for living....
Costly powders and prepared weight loss juices can be expensive and often carry a barrage of warnings and side effects. Making your own natural drink to increase metabolism is simple, yet effective, and contains only wholesome ingredients that you...
For many people, following a low sodium diet is necessary to maintain health. And although it's important to keep your sodium levels within a healthy range, it can be dangerous if they drop too low. If you are diagnosed with low sodium, your...
Testosterone is a hormone present in both men and women. In a woman, testosterone is a precursor for estrogen and made by the ovaries. These hormones work together to support reproductive functions and sexual health. In a man, testosterone is made...
High-protein diets call for about 1 g of protein per kg. of body weight, or as much as 25 to 35 percent of daily calories. For a 160-lb. person, this is equal to almost 4 cups of chopped chicken breast, or 1 1/2 lbs. daily. You may tire of the...
Drinking beverages packed with protein, vitamins and minerals may make the difference between sluggish hair growth and vibrant, shiny hair that grows quickly. A proper diet is as crucial to healthy skin, hair and teeth as well as for overall body...
Metabolic syndrome represents a major health risk to many Americans. Among the many factors that increase the risk of developing metabolic syndrome is the consumption of soft drinks as a significant portion of your diet. The increased risk occurs...
Not everybody responds the same to foods and drinks. Some people are sensitive to stimulants, and their heart rate will rise after eating or drinking certain items. This can be both good and bad, depending on your current health and goal. If...
Potential hydrogen, or pH, level is the ratio of acid to alkaline you have in your body. An ideal pH level is between seven to 7 1/2 on a scale of one to 14. It's important to maintain a healthy pH level because too much acid interferes with your...
If you put cream and sugar in your coffee, the additions could increase your triglycerides, a type of fat that can clog your arteries and put you at risk for heart attacks and strokes. Some evidence also suggests that drinking unfiltered coffee in...
Water is the single most important nutrient needed to sustain life. While you can go weeks without food, your body simply cannot function properly if it does not get water every single day. In fact, your body is made of approximately 60 percent...
Obesity has become a global health concern and can lead to metabolic syndrome, a group of conditions that includes high blood pressure, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. The rise in obesity has led to an interest in potential medications and...
Metabolism is a complicated process by which the body breaks down food into energy. Everything you do uses energy, and water plays a critical role in the body's metabolic processes, which regulate all the body's functions. Because water makes up...
Excess belly fat may be more than simply an aesthetic issue; it may pose chronic health risks including diabetes, some cancers or heart disease. One of the main perpetrators is living a sedentary lifestyle. Physical activity is necessary to...
If you are concerned about energy drinks and your blood pressure, focus on the ingredients rather than a particular brand. Energy drinks contain several different ingredients that even taken alone can increase your blood pressure. In 2011, the...
Acid reflux is a condition that occurs when stomach acid flows backward into the esophagus and causes a burning sensation called heartburn. Normally, a muscular valve called the lower esophageal sphincter, or LES, keeps stomach acid in the...
Because caffeine is a stimulant, caffeinated soda may give you a jolt of energy and improve your concentration. It will also make you go to the bathroom more. Caffeine is a diuretic, a substance that rids the body of fluids and increases...
During the past several decades, average consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages such as soda, tea and energy drinks by Americans has increased -- alongside increasing obesity and Type 2 diabetes. Vasanti Malik and others observed in the November...
The name "diet soda" suggests a product that is good for you or, at worst, has no positive or negative effect on your health. However, this line of thinking may not be accurate. Recent research has suggested that drinking large amounts of diet...
Yeast infections, typically caused by the fungus Candida albicans, generally affect infants and people with depressed immune systems. Women often develop vaginal yeast infections, with around 75 percent of them experiencing at least one in their...
Salt contains two key factors that every living organism needs at some level, chloride and sodium. Processed, or refined salt, also contains iodine, while unrefined salt, such as sea salt, may have other electrolytes the body needs. Most...
Many people associate the caffeine in beverages and nonprescription dietary supplements with increased metabolism and weight loss. Coffee contains caffeine, which may cause a small, temporary boost in metabolism, according to the Center for...
Drinking too much coffee will not make you more sensitive to caffeine’s effects, but it may trigger unwanted side effects. MayoClinic.com states that if you don’t drink coffee regularly, you will be more sensitive to the effects of...
Milk is an excellent source of calcium, so including it in your diet can help you fulfill your daily recommended intake. But drinking too much milk can elevate the levels of calcium in your bloodstream and lead to problems such as high blood...
Alcoholism is a disease that can destroy lives and families and even be fatal. Every year, many die from alcohol-related accidents, and there is also a strong link between alcoholism and domestic violence and child abuse. Even if the alcoholic...
A variety of factors can cause gout and arthritis ranging from genetics to obesity, nutrition, alcohol consumption and an individual's immune system. Although a person's genetics cannot be altered, other factors may be modified such as diet, which...
Caffeine is a drug that is found in many different substances, including some soft drinks and coffee. The caffeine content varies in soft drinks; some drinks have little or no caffeine, whereas others contain high quantities of this chemical....
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