Supplements have become popular among fitness enthusiasts over the years. Athletes, bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts take one supplement or the other to enhance performance and for faster, greater results. If you walk into any health store, you will be faced with a different kinds of fitness supplements that come in form of pills, powders, and […]
No one plans to get sick or hurt, but most people need medical care – like a doctor visit, a prescription drug, a lab test, physical therapy, or counseling – at some point. These services can be expensive. And if something happens that requires surgery or emergency medical care, it’s really important to have coverage. […]
There is general agreement that the number of hours spent in deliberate practice and training positively correlates with level of achievement in both individual and team sports; whether this intense practice must begin during early childhood and to the exclusion of other sports is a matter of debate. Sports specialization is defined as intense, year-round […]
People often use body language as a physical, nonverbal form of communication to convey some feeling or intention. Common body language examples include postures, gestures, facial expressions, and eye movements, which give away some clues to how you may really feel. Body language must not be confused with sign language, as sign languages are full […]
A dimple is a small natural indentation in the flesh on a part of the human body, most notably in the cheek or on the chin. Dimples are the visible indentations in facial skin that are either permanently present on cheeks or chin, or appear temporarily while a person speaks or smiles. Dimples are one […]
Problems with Smell Problems with smell are common in older people. Thirty percent of older Americans between the ages of 70 and 80 have a problem with their sense of smell. Two out of three people over 80 have a problem with their sense of smell. Problems with smell can have a big impact on […]
In a pilot study of postpolio syndrome patients, a multidisciplinary rehabilitation approach involving tailored physiotherapy exercises has shown to have significant benefit on muscle endurance, exertion, and depression levels for up to 6 months.The program begins by determining the polio survivor’s maximum exercise capability with the help of the clinic physical therapist. The type of […]
A thoughtful toddler with headphones and microphone is given a speech; closeup; isolated on the white background
At times, speech delay and impairment is caused by a physical disruption in the mouth such as a deformed frenulum, lips, or palate. If the motion or ability to form words and appropriate sounds is disrupted, the child may be slow to pick up words and lack the ability to shape their mouth and tongue […]
Massages stimulate blood flow, which is why regular gentle rubbing and kneading might keep your face looking healthy and radiant. Skin care expert Say‘s that massage plumps slack skin, encourages lymphatic drainage, and adds vitality to a dull complexion. At night, cleanse skin, and apply your serum and moisturizer with gentle tapping motions. “It helps the product […]
Neck rolls and scrunching and releasing your facial muscles won’t do much to help you lose fat. You’re better off increasing total body circulation and burning calories with cardiovascular exercise, such as brisk walking or light cycling. To lose weight, work up to at least 250 minutes per week, says the American College of Sports […]
These are just a few of the promises found on the labels of vitamin and mineral supplements.Vitamins and other dietary supplements are not intended to be a food substitute. They cannot replace all of thenutrients and benefits of whole foods. Dietary supplements are products designed to augment your daily intake of nutrients, usually the vitamins […]
A healthy balanced diet is not to ban or omit any foods or food groups but to balance what you eat by consuming a variety of foods in the right proportions. At a high level, the basic elements of a healthy diet include the right amount of protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and water.Fruit and […]
The lower belly is one of those seriously frustrating body parts, and it’s not even an entire body part, it’s part of a body part – the lower bit of your tummy. This vexing semi-body part is the bane of anyone who’s lost weight, toned up, put in the hard work, done everything right, but […]
Grapefruit is an excellent source of vitamin C, a vitamin that helps to support the immune system. Vitamin C-rich foods like grapefruit may help reduce cold symptoms or severity of cold symptoms; over 20 scientific studies have suggested that vitamin C is a cold-fighter. Vitamin C also prevents the free radical damage that triggers the […]
Diabetes is on the rise, yet most cases are preventable and some can even be reversed. Taking steps to prevent and control diabetes doesn’t mean living in deprivation; it means eating a tasty, balanced diet that will also boost your energy and improve your mood. You don’t have to give up sweets entirely or resign […]
Weight training exercises are a type of strength training exercises in which you use the force of gravity to build muscle strength, often through the use of fitness equipment such as dumbbells, barbell bars or gym equipment. Weight training can be dangerous at times, and you should make every effort to be as safe as possible. […]
Do you ever face difficulties with taking on or off the beautiful ring? Are you bothered by the looking of your fingers? If you have such concerns, I bet you must have thought more than once about how to make your fingers skinnier. Still, the finger look including the length and shape is commonly thought […]
most vision experts worked from the theory that the eye is able to focus on varying distances solely because it can change the shape of its lens, and that most seeing problems are due to a permanent deformation of the eyeball and lens. However, contrary to these widely held beliefs, Dr. Bates’s research has indicated […]
Iron’s as important for your health as many other nutrients you might be aware of like protein, fiber, and Vitamin C. Iron is a mineral responsible for many things in the body – everything from carrying oxygen to our lungs, to aiding in metabolic function, and a host of enzymatic processes our bodies need to […]
Knee strengthening exercises are one of the best ways to cure knee pain. People who do them have less pain, recover quicker from injuries, function better and have less chance of problems recurring in the future.Exercise may be the best medicine for chronic achy knees. “Strengthening the muscles around the joint protects you from injury by […]