The lemon is a little fruit with a large variety of uses. It flavors myriad foods and drinks, from pound cake to carbonated beverages. And who can resist a tall glass of icy lemonade on a steamy-hot August day? It's clear that Americans like their...
Health insurance protects you financially when you need medical attention and allows you access to quality health care. An individual health insurance plan offers an alternative to individuals and families who are not eligible for a group plan...
Olive oil has been a staple in Mediterranean diets such as those of the Greeks and Italians for thousands of years. It is produced from the fruit of the olive tree. According to the George Mateljan Foundation World's Healthiest Foods website,...
In recent years, more child care centers have opened their doors to working single moms, single dads and dual-income households. Leaving your child with someone you don't know is scary enough, but when there are several other children around...
The use of marijuana, or cannabis, is widespread in the United States. At least 40 percent of Americans have tried it. Marijuana use among adolescents and teens is high, with 20 percent of all 12th graders describing themselves as current users,...
In the United States, private companies provide consumers with health and medical insurance. Other countries, such as Great Britain, provide public health insurance through the auspices of the government, funded by its taxpayers. Proponents of the...
People lose weight for a variety of reasons, including improving their appearance, boosting their mood and enhancing their self esteem. But making a positive impact on their health is the number one reason most people decide to lose weight--50...
Cayenne is a red pepper used as both food and medicine. It's scientific name is Capsicum annuum, or Capsicum frutescens, and capsaicin is the component in cayenne that gives it heat and flavor. Cayenne is used as a spice in Cajun and Creole...
Birth is a natural process that can occur without interventions in most cases. In the Western world, however, the medicalization of labor and delivery has made the use of drugs to start labor, control labor and manage pain commonplace. These are...
Labor is a painful experience. Many women in labor receive some sort of medication; medical practitioners in obstetrics are always aware that they have two patients and that both will be affected by any drugs given in labor. Common medications...
Medication is helpful in combating the debilitating effects of anxiety disorders, but some medications can be addictive if taken for long periods of time. Benzodiazepines, the class of drugs traditionally used to treat anxiety disorders, can cause...
Metabolism refers to the body's ability to burn energy or calories while at rest. A higher metabolic rate increases calories burned and may assist in weight loss. Although genetics largely determine the metabolic rate, there are ways to stimulate...
Detoxification, also referred to as a cleansing of the body, involves normal body processes of eliminating waste products and toxins from the blood, liver, kidneys, digestive tract and spleen. The body accumulates such toxic waste from the air we...
You might be startled and frustrated when you discover that the medical or health insurance plan you've been researching or the medical claim you just submitted is suddenly declined. Understanding the basic reasons why a health or medical...
One type of yeast commonly found in the human body is known as Candida albicans. An overgrowth of this yeast can lead to candidiasis, which if left untreated, may cause a number of health complications including irritable bowel syndrome, digestive...
Herbs provide a natural method for relieving stress by calming your nerves. They are generally more suitable for long-term use versus other prescribed medications, which often have unwanted side-effects, such as poor digestion, drowsiness and dry...
The oblique muscles―external and internal―are part of the serape effect system, which is a collection of muscles and tissues that helps the body move and stabilize during cross-body patterns, such as a golf swing, a boxing punch or a...
Laziness is a problem if you want to lose weight. But a few easy steps, including some light exercise, can help you lose the weight you desire. Adjusting your diet and moving your body around a bit can contribute to meeting your weight-loss goals...
When an individual goes to see a doctor for a specific condition or care, a medical record is constructed containing information such as personal and social history, a physical, notes made by the doctor, consultations, lab or image results from...
Knowing what to eat and why is not always clear, but a nutritionist can provide education about food, nutrition and health. A nutrition specialist is a nutritionist with advanced training in applied nutrition science and is typically certified by...
A calorie is the unit of measurement used to gauge the amount of energy stored in food and used by the human body. Your daily calorie needs may vary depending on your height, weight and activity level.
Massage and heat therapy are effective conservative care methods. According to the Merck Manuals website, massage therapy and heat therapy are two distinct treatment methods that help reduce pain and inflammation in tissues throughout the body. In...
Thin skin can result from genetics, aging, medication, poor diet, lifestyle choices and the external or internal environment. To treat thin skin, start addressing the factors that can cause it and modify behavior and lifestyle to build strong...
Honey, a sweet liquid food produced by honeybees that collect nectar from flowers and store it in hives, contains many nutrients and is a tasty part of natural diets. Some people prefer the taste and natural aspect of honey to refined sugar;...
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR, is a life-saving technique that involves giving rescue breaths and chest compressions to victims with cardiac arrest. CPR helps deliver a small amount of oxygen and blood movement that delays brain damage...
Medicaid is a health program that provides accessibility to medical health care if you fall under the low- to medium-income guidelines or if your child is part of a certain eligibility groups. According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid...
Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is an intestinal disorder that can cause cramps, gas, bloating and bowel irregularities. It's also been known also as colitis, spastic colon and functional bowel disease and is generally treated through medication...
Your fertility clinic will recommend a egg donor agency to use to pick an egg donor. Meet directly with the egg donor or learn all about her with an extensive questionnaire. The egg donor becomes prepared to donate the egg to you after you have...
In congestive heart failure or CHF, the heart is unable to efficiently pump blood throughout the body. These patients may develop shortness of breath as well as swelling in different parts of the bodies which does not receive enough oxygen because...
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