Nexium, a proton pump inhibitor, is a prescription medicine used to prevent heartburn and protect the esophagus from damage caused by acid reflux. The purple pill was responsible for $4.8 billion in consumer sales in 2008, according to Drug Topics magazine.
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Raspberries provide high levels of vitamins and other nutrients as well as being delicious. Medicinal properties and botanical benefits have been of interest since the time of Jesus, reports the Berry Health Benefits Network of Oregon State University.
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Eating the right foods and drinking water is not enough to achieve normal bowel movements for some people who are suffering from constipation. In those cases, using a gentle herbal laxative may be the next best thing before having to turn to medications or going to the doctor.
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Basing your diet around sources of lean protein and fiber is a tasty way to create a healthy meal plan. Consider biting into a succulent chopped pear salsa atop a dollop of Greek yogurt and a breast of grilled chicken.
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Citrus peels are the skins of fruits such as lemons, oranges, limes or grapefruits. According to Medicinal Herbs & Spices, citrus peels have previously been known for their high levels of vitamin C and its associated health benefits.
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When it comes to calories and fat in foods, all those numbers can appear overwhelming at first. However, calculating calories from fat is a very straight forward process. You just need to know how many fat grams are in the food and you can easily do the conversion.
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More people eat rice than any other grain, and rice is the second most produced grain behind corn. The common variety of white rice is processed to remove the bran and germ, which also removes fiber and B vitamins. The rice is then polished to improve appearance.
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All oatmeal starts as whole groat oats, which are then processed to varying degrees. The process begins with heating and cooling the oat groats to help give them a nutty flavor. After this, oat groats are processed into ground groats, steel-cut oats, old-fashioned rolled oats, quick-cooking oats and instant oatmeal.
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Running can put a lot of stress on the feet. Over time, all that pounding on the pavement can irritate the bottom of the feet. According to the American Foot and Ankle Society, heel pain is the most common condition of the foot and ankle.
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Adhesive capsulitis is a condition characterized by pain, stiffness and decreased range of motion of a joint. It occurs when the capsule, or the connective tissue surrounding your joint, becomes thick and stiff. Until recently, this condition had only been thought to occur in the shoulder.
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Muscle relaxers are a group of medications that are most commonly prescribed for spasms and pain due to musculoskeletal conditions such as muscle strains, tension headaches, fibromyalgia and myofascial pain syndrome.
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Bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa, a small fluid-filled sac that cushions and protects your joints. The olecranon, or elbow, bursa is located over your elbow joint between the bone and skin. Bursitis can occur from trauma to your elbow, infection, prolonged periods of pressure or repetitive activities.
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The pectoralis minor is a small, triangle-shaped muscle located on the outer side of your upper chest. It connects your third, fourth and fifth ribs to the top of your shoulder blade and functions to stabilize the shoulder blade.
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Sore muscles after a workout may indicate that you have exercised your muscles effectively. It is completely normal for your muscles to be sore up to 48 hours after exercise; however, soreness that persists for more than three days may indicate injury to the muscle.
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Loss of muscle, also known as muscle atrophy, is a physical side effect of aging. According to the University of New Mexico, individuals over the age of 30 who do not engage in regular exercise lose 3 percent to 5 percent of muscle mass every 10 years.
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If you have ever experienced muscle spasms in your back, you know it can be a debilitating experience. A muscle spasm is an involuntary contraction of muscle fibers. Spasms in the back can occur for various reasons, including tight back or hamstring muscles, weak back muscles, weak abdominal muscles or muscle strains.
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Iliopsoas bursitis is a condition in which a fluid filled sac found on the front of your hip, called the iliopsoas bursa, becomes inflamed. Bursae function to cushion and reduce the amount of friction between your bones, muscles and tendons.
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Muscles are susceptible to damage, just like other body tissues. Trauma, infections, certain medications or even strenuous exercise can cause varying degrees of muscle injury. Pain is a common indicator of muscle damage but is generally not useful for establishing the extent of injury.
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A balanced diet can control weight and ensure that your body is getting the nutrients it needs to function properly and stay healthy. The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends a diet that includes lean proteins, low-fat dairy products, whole grains and fruits and vegetables.
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Music has been used therapeutically for a number of conditions -- from improving respiration and lowering blood pressure to reducing heart rate and relaxing muscle tension. It has been used to reduce pain, relieve stress and anxiety, influence mood and stimulate movement.
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