Watching your belly fat grow can be disheartening and make you feel helpless to resist. However, science journalist Gary Taubes explains in his book "Good Calories, Bad Calories," there are rational, scientific principles underlying this weight...
Smoothing Brazilian keratin hair treatments originated in Brazil but have only become popular in America within the last few years. Though there are some drawbacks to the treatment, women who have trouble with frizzy or curly hair are seeing...
Nettle leaf tea is a beverage made by soaking leaves of the nettle herb in boiling water, then straining the liquid. Nettle is a plant that is native to Europe, although it also grows in temperate areas of North America. Nettle leaf tea may offer...
Katie Couric is a TV journalist who is known for her appearances on shows such as "Today" on NBC and the "CBS Evening News." Because Couric appears on TV on a regular basis, some fans have noted that she has a toned, fit appearance. While there is...
Imagine that just after you've enjoyed a decadent meal of gourmet steak and roasted potatoes, the dim restaurant lights brighten to reveal the steak's true color -- bluish -- and the potato's -- greenish. That's what happened in a study conducted...
Stir frying is a simple way to create delicious meals, and the best thing about it is that you don't need to follow a recipe to the book. As long as you have oil and a few herbs or spices, you can use whatever leftovers you have in the fridge to...
"Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants," writes Michael Pollan, journalist and author of "Food Rules." Pollan goes on to elaborate and expand on his pithy, simple statements. He is just one of many engaging and informative people you can meet when...
The ability to objectively compare the relative difficulty of different sports positions is hindered by personal preferences and individual differences. Those familiar with a variety of sports, however, typically agree that sports with goalies...
Jatropha curcas is a flowering shrub native to Central America and Mexico, although it is now grown in China, India, Myanmar and other parts of the world. It prefers well-drained soils, and can live in desert arid conditions. The seeds, leaves and...
A favorite in Italian-style cooking, Romano beans look like flattened green beans and have an intense, fresh-bean flavor. Rich in fiber, Romano beans -- also known as Italian flat beans -- have a meaty texture that makes them ideal for a side dish...
Football coaches are responsible for every aspect of their team. They set the tone for their team's year with their demands during training camp and institute a game plan for each opponent. Journalists interact with football coaches at least six...
To paraphrase Gertrude Stein's ruminations about a rose, a calorie is a calorie is a calorie -- unless you're science journalist Gary Taube, author of "Good Calories, Bad Calories." Taube reviewed thousands of studies and interviewed hundreds of...
Deep, methodical breathing has been linked with relaxation and stress relief by as disparate groups as police trainers, self-help gurus like Tony Robbins and the Mayo Clinic. Martial-arts journalist Joe Hyams relates a story where deep breathing...
Skinny asparagus take less time to prepare than their more robust, traditional cousins. They require no peeling and can be ready to cook by simply snapping off their thick, woody bottoms. While they are ideal for grilling or steaming, they can...
Cold sufferers may present low-grade fevers. Insert an oral thermometer to take your temperature. These thermometers aren't fooled by changes in body heat due to exercise, but they can be thrown off if you recently have consumed cold liquids. If...
Diphtheria is rare in the United States because most people receive the diphtheria/tetanus/pertussis inoculation. If you have a diphtheria infection, you either didn't get the vaccine or you didn't finish the full course of vaccines within the...
The best way to prevent diphtheria is to get immunized, starting in childhood. Most children receive the diphtheria/tetanus/pertussis vaccine. Adults who never have been inoculated for diphtheria should receive the diphtheria/tetanus vaccine. To...
According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 1/3 of American adults are overweight. Being overweight is unhealthy, and can lead to things like high blood pressure and diabetes. It also makes people more prone to certain types of cancer, as...
Good hygiene can prevent folliculitis. Wash our hands regularly, scrubbing for about 15 seconds (the time it should take to sing "Happy Birthday"). Clean under your fingernails and past your wrists. This tactic can actually treat low-level...
Hookworm's rash is called "ground itch" for a reason. Larvae often enter through feces-to-foot contact. Wear shoes even if you're at the beach. In countries with heavy hookworm populations, your uncovered feet and body invite infestation.
Most people with an intestinal parasite have physical symptoms, some of which seem harmless. For example, you may have a parasitic worm in your bile duct that can lead to constipation. One of the easiest ways to tell if you have a parasite is to...
Also known as aboulomania, pathological indecision can disrupt many areas of life. While most of us don't suffer from indecision to this extent, we may find ourselves overwhelmed by the increasing number of choices offered in modern life....
If you maintain your health, you will be less likely to contract coccidioidomycosis and other diseases. Wash your hands regularly and avoid spending too much time around anyone who has contracted a contagious disease. Get 8 hours of sleep a...
Individuals can manage the development of petrositis by getting proper care for any ear infections. Constant ear pain, whether it is one ear or both, should be addressed by a doctor within 1 to 2 days after it starts. Neglecting the proper care...
Red bumps constitute a primary symptom of folliculitis. Superficial folliculitis is often accompanied by blisters that ooze pus and crust over. Tinea barbae and pseudofolliculitis barbae, fungal and bacterial folliculitis respectively, cause...
If you have hepatitis C, you must maintain a healthy liver. Since your body uses the liver to process alcohol, you should stop drinking it. If you're a mixed-drink fan, ask your waiter to mix a virgin version of your favorite beverage. Wine...
If you contract hookworms, your doctor probably will prescribe several days' worth of mebendazole or albendazole to clear the infection. These drugs also will kill the remaining larvae and parasites. Your doctor will ensure the drugs are working...
