When everyday tensions make you feel stressed out or worried, some of the best ways to conquer those problems are through simple techniques. Just relaxing your body and clearing your mind of outside disturbances can turn your tensed-up emotions...
Incontinence, or loss of control of urine flow, can result from weak pelvic muscles, medical treatments and certain medications. Although incontinence is more frequent in the female population, according to the National Association For Continence,...
Migraine is a common neurological condition, but its causes are still unknown. The main symptoms include visual hallucinations, severe nausea, and splitting headaches which can last anywhere from a few hours to several days. Migraine is treated...
The good news is that only 14 percent of American women over age 18 are in fair or poor health. The bad news is that 35 percent of women 20 years or older are obese and 33 percent have hypertension. Obesity and high blood pressure are the main...
According to research published in 2005 in the "International Journal of Stress Management," stress can increase depression, interfere with work success and disrupt relationships. Furthermore, prolonged stress can lead to burnout--a sense of...
Amenorrhea is the name of a condition when adult women stop having their menstrual periods. According to the National Institutes of Health, amenorrhea may be primary, meaning a woman has never had a period, or secondary, which describes cessation...
An alkaline diet may lower your risk of exhaustion, premature aging, muscle aches, joint pain and osteoporosis. A study published in 1994 in the New England Journal of Medicine found that women who neutralized their body's acidic state with an...
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne is one of the most common skin conditions, affecting up to 50 million Americans. The Cleveland Clinic reports that acne often forms when bacteria, fatty acids and oil produced by the sebaceous...
Program Description With the wide array of stress-reduction techniques available, one thing not to stress over is which to incorporate into your life. One option is to start with the basic practice of breathing. You can do it any time, any place,...
Adrenal body types are associated with high levels of energy, good muscle tone and a competitive nature. At their worst, adrenal types are easily angered, give in to cravings and suffer from slow metabolism. At their best, adrenal types love...
Stress can trigger a number of behaviors and responses. Some people reach for sweets or junk food when they feel stressed out, while others shut down or become testy. Treating the symptoms of stress requires examining its root causes in your life...
Stress is a common cause of acne. When stress occurs, the body releases a surge of hormones called androgens. These hormones increase the oil production in the skin which increases the chances of an acne breakout. For people that suffer from...
The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases defines rheumatoid arthritis as an inflammatory disease that causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints, leading to loss of function in the joints. The site estimates...
It's not uncommon for dieters to blame weight gain on a sluggish metabolism. The primary reason you're piling on extra pounds is that you are eating more calories than you are burning off. However, maximizing the flexible factors that affect your...
GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, occurs when stomach acid and other stomach contents travel backwards from the stomach into the esophagus. The chronic backwash of stomach contents causes irritation of the esophageal lining, which causes...
Your body's natural stress response is beneficial in situations that prepare you for "fight or flight." But, over a prolonged period, the chemicals released during stress can take a toll on your body, and you can experience symptoms such as...
Individuals who experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) develop a depressed state when the seasons change from summer to winter. Once the weather begins to warm back up and days get longer, the symptoms leave. A lack of exposure to daylight...
Gum chewing is an age-old practice, according to the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension. Ancient Mayans and Greeks chewed tree sap, as did Native Americans. They introduced the practice to colonial settlers, and it has remained popular to...
Weight loss provides several benefits besides a trimmer, fitter-looking body. It helps to regulate your blood pressure and reduce your risk of conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke and osteoarthritis. However, weight loss can...
Your hair grows an average of ½ inch per month. Nothing you do will speed up this process, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. There are, however, ways to ensure that your hair grows at its optimal speed and remains as healthy...
Facial blushing usually results from a feeling of embarrassment. However, blushing itself can be embarrassing. A rush of blood flowing to the capillaries and vessels in your face can appear in an instant, particularly if you have fair skin. This...
Home remedies that will make your hair grow will improve your overall level of health. Ranging from including certain nutrients into your meal plan to implementing hair-growing techniques, you can take control of your hair health. Remedies do not...
The World Health Organization estimates that hundreds of millions of people worldwide suffer from mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. Unfortunately, many individuals never seek treatment for their mental health, because of stigma and...
People who suffer from major depression experience overwhelming sadness or irritability, trouble concentrating, issues eating and sleeping, hopelessness and loss of pleasure, reports Helpguide.org. Dating when you're depressed can seem hopeless....
The temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are at the juncture of the jaw and the temporal bones of the skull. TMJ pain can interfere with chewing, swallowing, talking, yawning and even sneezing, according to the Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and...
Hypertension is similar to trying to squeeze toothpaste from a tube through a small hole--the condition increases blood pressure, the force needed for the heart to pump blood against hardened arteries. Blood pressure is recorded as two numbers;...
Qigong, also referred to as Chi Kung, is the practice of moving energy, or Chi, through your body to improve circulation, strength, flexibility and overall health. Qigong practices range from meditative postures to more complex and physically...
While there is no conclusive clinical evidence that any plants or herbs can help re-grow your hair, there is a long tradition of herbal remedies for hair loss. While they may or may not give you a full head of thick shiny hair, the treatments are...
Your nervous system includes your brain, spinal cord and nerves. The autonomic, or involuntary, aspect of your nervous system has a sympathetic division responsible for "fight or flight" and a parasympathetic division that helps your body rest and...
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition in which your legs feel extremely uncomfortable while you're sitting or lying down. It makes you feel like getting up and moving around. When you do so, the unpleasant feeling of restless leg syndrome...
