Osteoporosis is a disease that affects approximately 28 million people, according to the American Physical Therapists Association. The word "osteoporosis" means "porous bones." Bones lose their strength and become brittle and porous. Weak bones...
Good skin doesn't require costly cosmetic products and procedures or time-consuming skin care regimens. Skin really just needs water, moisturizing, proper nutrition and cleansing, points out the Cleveland Clinic. With these elements, skin can...
Belly breathing is a form of deep breathing that comes from your diaphragm. Certain spiritual and cultural traditions even believe that belly breathing increases your energy and enhances your physical, emotional and spiritual health. Belly...
The human body has a complex architecture that consists of a bony skeletal support and flexible connections or joints. When you move, there is more involved than just muscles. Exercise works the bones and joints of the body effectively to help...
High-calorie foods are physically and psychologically addictive. A 2008 study published in the medical journal "Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Review" found that rats consuming sugar develop symptoms similar to those seen in animals given...
Obtaining adequate amounts of essential nutrients is just as crucial for brain function as it is for the rest of your body's functions, according to the United States Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service website. For example,...
Hawthorn, also known as mayflower, is a tree native to North America and temperate areas of Europe. This tree produces small, dark red berries that are commonly used in herbal medicine. Ancient Greeks and Romans believed that wearing hawthorn...
A low fat-high fiber diet, commonly called the Asian diet, is often associated with low cancer incidence; while a high fat-low fiber diet, referred to as the Western diet, is associated with increased cancer. Although it is estimated that...
Although stress is usually associated with negative events or behavior, it is actually the body’s physical or emotional response to experiencing change. Stress can be caused by positive as well as negative events. Too much stress can cause...
Acne, characterized by the presence of comedones -- or whitehead and blackheads -- and sometimes pustules, nodules and cysts, is the most common skin condition in the United States. According to the American Academy of Dermatologists, acne...
Inactivity is the enemy of arthritic joints, causing them to stiffen and the muscles that support them to atrophy. High-impact exercise is never recommended for arthritis patients but cycling, whether outdoors or indoors, is an enjoyable,...
Bloating may occur due to many different causes, including indigestion, upset stomach and menstruation. Some over-the-counter drugs can help relieve bloating, but herbs may help remedy the problem as well, although they may not be effective for...
Long drives can be stressful. Get advice on reducing and managing stress in this stress management video.
