The macrobiotic diet eliminates foods from the diet that contribute to many illnesses and ailments. By reducing the processed foods and animal byproducts, which include dairy, meat and eggs, the body can provide good health and long life. At...
Most proponents of the Mediterranean diet like the addition of wine to meals. Scientists who study the Mediterranean diet say drinking one or two glasses of wine, and red wine in particular, each day has heart health benefits. But people who know...
Your activities and the products you expose your body to play a role in your unborn child's development. Taking precautions reduces the chance of birth defects, developmental problems and premature birth. The necessary changes in your behavior and...
Alli is a brand name of the weight-loss medication orlistat. Alli helps you lose weight by blocking some of the fat that you eat from your digestive system; a lower fat content that is digested means a larger weight loss for you, in most cases....
Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. The human body uses 20 amino acids that combine together in thousands of ways to form different proteins that each play a role in the body. When you eat foods that contain protein, the digestive...
Weather can be intense on the backpacking trail; however, backpacking precautions can get you to safe ground in no time. Dress the part with weatherproof clothing. Turn around if you come up against weather or outdoor conditions you're not...
You can become dehydrated while snowshoeing much quicker than you might expect. Dehydration can cause severe headaches and disorientation. Trekking through the snow is a workout, and even in cold temperatures, you lose quite a bit of fluids by...
In your first trimester you can attend regular yoga classes, as long as your care provider gives you the OK and you let your yoga instructor know you're pregnant. Your instructor will want you to take prenatal yoga precautions. Of course, if you...
All flu viruses should be treated seriously as a highly contagious disease, and H1N1 or swine flu is no exception. Flu.gov states that each year more than 200,000 people are hospitalized and 36,000 people die from flu complications. Fortunately,...
HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, is transmitted between humans in three ways: through sexual transmission, by direct blood contact or from mother to child, AVERT claims. Although no vaccine against HIV nor a cure for AIDS presently exist, it is...
Cholesterol is a substance that our bodies need to function properly, but must be managed and kept at healthy levels to avoid health risks. The dangers associated with high cholesterol are well known and according to Dr. Dale Peterson of the...
Compact fluorescent lights, or CFLs, reduce the energy needed for lighting by more than 75 percent. CFLs contain mercury, which is toxic. Normally, the mercury remains sealed inside the CFL. If a CFL breaks, don't panic. The amount of mercury is...
Exercise is an important component of staying healthy. When you're pregnant, a regular workout can improve your flexibility, increase your muscle strength and improve the quality of your sleep. However, there are some things you need to know about...
Many players suffer injuries throughout the long baseball season. It's unrealistic to think that a player is always going to be at his best throughout the year. Foot injuries are quite common, and players will try to play with these injuries even...
According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, there are more than 477,500 soccer-related injuries seen in hospitals and doctor's offices around the country each year. As a soccer goalie, you are constantly in the line of fire,...
Long beautiful hair is the envy of many people. While some individuals seem to effortlessly grow shiny long locks, others struggle in vain to grow out their hair, only to experience dryness, dullness and breakage. Unless you have a medical...
Swimming injuries are usually those that occur from overuse and strain on the muscles. The shoulders are especially susceptible to injury since they are in constant motion while in the water. If you're a competitive swimmer, you know how important...
Whether you're waxing your bikini line, your legs or you upper lip, you put yourself at risk for ingrown hairs. Ingrown hairs occur when hair growth is inhibited and the hair curls and punctures the skin, resulting in painful, red and often...
As if dealing with the itching and pain of a sunburn isn't enough, your damaged skin often peels as well. While it might be tempting to help your body shed this skin by picking at it, keep your fingers away from your peeling skin. Instead, take...
Whether you have a tight schedule or you simply prefer morning exercise, working out as soon as you get out of bed sets the tone for the rest of your day. However, your morning workout might also make you feel nauseous. Exercise-induced nausea...
By eating a healthy, well-balanced diet filled with a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy and lean proteins, you can obtain most of the vitamins your body requires. Over time, however, especially when exposed to heat,...
Shin splints are common among runners because of the repeated impact of the foot on the ground. Because shin splints can lead to stress fractures or even breaks of the the large bone at the front of the leg known as the tibia, it is important to...
Yoga is a great way to relieve stress, meditate or exercise. While it is generally considered a safe activity, it is important to remember that you are stressing your body, and care is needed to protect yourself. A yoga mat may not be necessary...
Swimming introduces water into the ear canal and can cause pain, swelling and infection if the water is not removed. Water from swimming pools, ponds, the ocean and lakes also introduces bacteria into the ear canal that remains in the ear until...
Ground beef is useful for everything from tacos to casseroles. Though many are concerned about the fat content that ground beef contains, much of this can be controlled by buying lean ground beef and taking precautions during cooking to eliminate...
Stretching and exercising your neck is important for keeping the muscles in your neck strong and flexible, as well as preventing muscle tension and stiffness. Lack of proper exercise of your neck can result in a decreased range of motion, movement...
Herpes is a viral infection that can affect both the mouth and genital areas. It is caused by the herpes simplex virus. HSV-1 causes oral infections, while HSV-2 causes genital infections. A herpes infection results in the formation of painful...
Leg cramps can bring your workout to a sudden, painful stop. Fortunately, most people can avoid experiencing leg cramps while running by taking precautions before their workout begins. Leg cramps are normally the result of fatigue, dehydration or...
A sauna is an enclosed room that uses dry or wet heat and can get as hot as 185 degrees. One of the big benefits of both the wet and dry saunas, according the Harvard Health, is that they encourage blood flow to the surface of the skin, including...
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