Health, Fitness and Nutrition

Naturopathy and Natural Healing

Health and Fitness Expert — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:11:10 +0000

Naturopathy is based on natural means of healing diseases. Its practitioners often employ the entire spectrum of alternative therapies. Instead of conventional drugs, for example, they may choose from among herbal medicines, homeopathic remedies, nutrition and diet therapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy, and physical therapy. Naturopaths describe themselves as holistic practitioners who rely heavily on patient counseling and [...]

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Naturopathy and Natural Healing

Good Cholesterol (LDL) and Bad Cholesterol (HDL)

Health and Fitness Expert — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 05:55:09 +0000

No doubt all of us have heard much research about unhealthy high cholesterol levels. What we also need to understand is that there are different types of cholesterol and that their effects on the body are quite different.

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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Health and Fitness Expert — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:42:10 +0000

ALS, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a degenerative disease that affects the nervous system: brain, spinal cord, motor neurons. People affected by ALS will become paralyzed, and about 80% of them will die within 5 years of being diagnosed. Death occurs because the person can not breath or swallow because [...]

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Hirsutism (Constitutional or Male-Pattern Hirsutism)

Health and Fitness Expert — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 05:28:02 +0000

Hirsutism is the medical term for excessive hair, or hairiness, particularly in women. When a woman grows hair on her face, trunk, and limbs that is similar to a man's, the condition is called male-pattern hirsutism. Humans appear to be fairly hairless, but in reality we have as many hair follicles as apes. However, most [...]

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Hirsutism (Constitutional or Male-Pattern Hirsutism)

Tonsillitis

Health and Fitness Expert — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:24:43 +0000

The tonsils, a pair of lymph nodes at the back of the throat, are part of the body's defense system against bacteria and other harmful organisms entering through the nose and throat. Sometimes the tonsils become enlarged and inflamed. This condition, called tonsillitis, is especially common in children. Both viruses and bacteria can cause tonsillitis, with [...]

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Breathing and Circulation

Health and Fitness Expert — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:23:55 +0000

Breathing is the process of taking air from the atmosphere and inhaling it into the lungs. It occurs all the time without any thought processing, so it is referred to as an automatic process, however, it can also be controlled if desired. The breathing mechanism is initiated when sensors in the brain detect low levels [...]

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Poisoning Emergencies

Health and Fitness Expert — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:19:42 +0000

Most poisoning emergencies result from ingesting a toxic substance; less common are poisonings caused by inhaling gases, such as exhaust fumes; absorbing chemicals through the skin; or injecting drugs into the body. More than 75 percent of poisonings reported in the United States each year are of children under age five who have swallowed toxic substances [...]

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Reasons Why Most People Don't Exercise

Health and Fitness Expert — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 04:56:00 +0000

The list of benefits that come with regular physical activity is huge, and seems to grow on a daily basis. Just some examples, exercise has been shown to; lower bad cholesterol and raise good cholesterol. lower blood pressure. improve lung and heart capacity. lower body fat levels. increase muscle mass. improve cellular metabolic activity. reduce the rist of various cancer. reduce the rist [...]

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Plantar Fasciitis

Health and Fitness Expert — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:45:17 +0000

Also known as heel spur, plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the sole of the foot which can be painful. This injury or inflammation affects the tendon that helps provide the arch to the foot. This condition is very common with endurance runners. Treatment involves lots of stretching, wearing proper shoes with an arch support, and [...]

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Genetic Diseases Resources

Health and Fitness Expert — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 04:29:21 +0000

Alliance of Genetic Support Groups 35 Wisconsin Circle, Suite 440 Chevy Chase, MD 20815 (800)336-4363 American Genetic Association P.O. Box 39 Buckeyelown, MD 21717 (301) 695-9292 March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation 1275 Mamaroneck Avenue White Plains, NY 10605 (914) 428-7100 National Foundation for Jewish Genetic Diseases 250 Park Avenue, Suite 1000 New York, NY 10017 (212)371-1030 Cystic Fibrosis Cystic Fibrosis Association 2250 North Druid Hills Road, Suite 275 Atlanta, GA 30329 (404) 325-6973 Cystic [...]

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Polio and Postpolio Syndrome

Health and Fitness Expert — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:25:55 +0000

(Infantile Paralysis; Poliomyelitis; Postpolio Syndrome) Polio, a highly contagious disease, is caused by three different types of polio virus. Most infections are asymptomatic, with illness becoming evident in only about 5 in 100 cases, and then, usually limited to a low-grade fever, malaise, sore throat, and other flu-like symptoms. This manifestation is referred to as abortive [...]

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Emphysema (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, COPD)

Health and Fitness Expert — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 04:20:55 +0000

Emphysema is a chronic condition in which the alveoli, or air sacs, of the lungs have lost their elasticity and become stretched out and filled with stale air. As a result, the tiny blood vessels in the sacs cannot perform their normal function of picking up a fresh supply of oxygen while getting rid of [...]

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Muscle Types

Health and Fitness Expert — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 16:17:46 +0000

Muscle is a tissue that has the ability to contract. It is comprised fibers that slide beside each. These fibers are connected by bridges. When these bridges move the fibers move making the muscle shorter. As the muscle shortens it contracts which creates movement. Muscles do not lengthen unless they are pulled by an opposing [...]

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Fitness - General Information

Health and Fitness Expert — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 04:10:16 +0000

What is fitness? What is health? We hear these terms thrown around a lot, but what does it really mean? To some it might mean being strong, flexible, being able to run for hours, having a super low resting heart rate. To some being fit means being able to do the things they like doing [...]

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Aging Resources

Health and Fitness Expert — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:56:47 +0000

American Association of Retired Persons 601 E Street NW Washington, DC 20049 (202)434-2277 Children of Aging Parents (CAPS) 1609 Woodboume Road, Suite 302A Levittown, PA 19057-1511 (215)945-6900 National Caucus & Center on Black Aged Inc. 1424 K Street NW, Suite 500 Washington, DC 20005 (202)637-8400 National Council on the Aging 409 Third Street SW Washington, DC 20024 (202)478-1200 National Council of Senior Citizens 1331 F Street NW Washington, DC 20004 (202)347-8800 Related Posts Vision Impairment Resources Mental [...]

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Nutrition and Diet Myths

Health and Fitness Expert — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 03:50:44 +0000

Below are some nutritional myths that I'm sure most of us have heard of. Always be aware of any claims made without scientific evidence, and always do your homework.

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Mononucleosis

Health and Fitness Expert — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:33:41 +0000

Mononucleosis is a highly contagious disease that strikes mostly adolescents and young adults. It is sometimes called the kissing disease, because it is transmitted by direct contact with saliva or nasal secretions infected with the causative organism -- the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). However, kissing an infected person is not necessary; mononucleosis is easily transmitted by [...]

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Which Is Healthier: Margarine or Butter?

Health and Fitness Expert — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:29:17 +0000

I currently use margarine, but I have been hearing some bad stuff about it. I am thinking about switching to butter, but would like to know the health benefits between them both. Which one is better for you? TX2step answered: Butter contains Vitamin A, and not all the preservatives and artificial ingredients in margarine. [...]

Muscular Endurance

Health and Fitness Expert — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:20:43 +0000

Muscular endurance, sometimes called muscular respiration, is the ability for a muscle to repeat a specific movement repeatedly. This is dependent on the body's ability to supply the muscle with oxygen, so it is obviously dependent on cardiovascular fitness. However it also depends on the muscle's ability to utilize the oxygen efficiently. At the muscle site [...]

Infectious Diseases Resources

Health and Fitness Expert — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 03:11:11 +0000

National Institute of Allergies and Infectious Diseases NIH Building 31, Room 7A50 9000 Rockville Pike Bethesda, MD 20892-2522 (301) 496-5717 AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) AIDS Clinical Trials Information Service 1600 Research Boulevard Rockville, MD 20850 (800) 874-2572 (800) 243-7012 TDD American Foundation for AIDS Research (AFAR) 733 Third Avenue, 12th Floor New York, NY 10017-3204 (212) 682-7440 CDC National AIDS Clearinghouse P.O. Box 6003 Rockville, MD 20849-6003 (800)458-5231 The Centers for Disease Control [...]

Schizophrenia

Health and Fitness Expert — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:59:49 +0000

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that is characterized by severe disturbances of thought, perception, feeling, and behavior. Mental health professionals classify it as a psychotic disorder, defined as being out of touch with reality and unable to separate real from imaginary experiences. Acute schizophrenia is marked by severe psychotic symptoms, which may include hallucinations, delusions, irrational [...]

Maximizing Your Healthcare Dollar

Health and Fitness Expert — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:27:21 +0000

According to a new Harris Interactive/HealthDay poll, the majority of U.S. adults are worried about being able to afford medical care and prescription medications. In addition, a recent study reveals that one in seven children and working-age Americans went without needed prescription medications in 2007 due to cost concerns, up from one in 10 in 2003.

Thyroid Disorders

Health and Fitness Expert — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:09:03 +0000

(Goiter; Graves' Disease; Hashimotos Disease; Hyperthyroidism; Hypothyroidism; Myxedema) The thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland that rests over the windpipe at the base of the neck, produces hormones that regulate metabolism and many other body processes. Both an overproduction (hyperthyroidism) or an underproduction (hypothyroidism) of these hormones can have a profound effect on almost all body functions. The thyroid [...]

Bell's Palsy (Facial Palsy)

Health and Fitness Expert — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 01:50:42 +0000

Bell's palsy is a paralysis of the facial muscles that control movement and expression. Each year, about 40.000 Americans develop the condition; most are over 40, although the disorder can occur at any age. Paralysis, which occurs on one side of the face, is usually temporary. The symptoms include an inability to close one eye plus [...]

Body Detox

Health and Fitness Expert — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 13:48:19 +0000

Detoxifying the body has become a very popular practice over the past few year. It seems most people choose to live in such a way so as they do a lot of damage to their body, then they want to fix it by doing a bunch of weird things to it, supposedly to flush out all the poisons in a matter of a few days. But, does this really work?