The bones of the human body allow us to move from place to place and provide protection to other organs. Some bones also produce blood cells. Our bones produce over two million red blood cells every second. Scientists consider the skeleton to be composed of two parts: axial and appendicular.
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Turmeric and cinnamon are spices that add flavor to foods and appear to have health benefits. These spices are inexpensive, calorie-free and easy to find in most supermarkets and natural foods stores.
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A buildup of calcium on your heart increases your risk of heart disease and heart attack. When calcium builds up in your aortic valves, the blood flow to your heart is reduced, which can cause these life-threatening medical problems.
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Milk and apples have earned their status as health food because together they provide many essential nutrients, such as high-quality protein, dietary fiber, potassium and calcium. A good diet can help prevent chronic diseases, and a nutritious diet is even more important if you have high blood sugar.
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Acupressure is a type of touch therapy rooted in the principles of ancient Chinese medicine. The central element of acupressure lies in the use of touch and pressure on specific points of the body for the purpose of balancing the body's energy.
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Fever blisters, also known as cold sores, generally affect the skin outside your mouth -- lips, chin and cheeks -- although they may also occur on the roof of your mouth or on your gums.
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A high-grade fever in children typically is symptomatic of a bacterial or viral infection. These conditions also can be accompanied by the onset of hyperactivity in the form of physical tics, seizures and mood disorders.
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Nausea, the feeling that you are going to vomit, can occur for a variety of reasons, ranging from mild anxiety to a more severe illness. Drinking the appropriate herbal tea may help relieve your nausea in some cases.
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Garlic, an herb with a pungent flavor, has been used medicinally since ancient times, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center, and is a popular home remedy for a variety of conditions in 2011.
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Glucose is an important energy source for your brain and body. Your body converts carbohydrates and simple sugars in your diet to glucose for fuel usage. Your pancreas releases a hormone called insulin to regulate blood glucose levels.
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Melatonin -- an over-the-counter supplement -- can be a powerful sleep aid. New moms eager to catch up on sleep might be tempted to give it a try. However, if you're breastfeeding, its best to leave melatonin on the shelf.
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Itchy skin, or pruritus, can occur with a wide variety of medical conditions and can be very distressing. Liver diseases with bile obstruction commonly have itching as a symptom, but the reason for itching is not clearly understood.
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The heart rate is one of your body’s vital signs, indicating its level of functioning. A normal heart rate varies, depending on your age and circumstances. Newborn babies have faster heart rates than adults, and various factors, such as heart conditions, physical activity or physical fitness, can influence heart rate.
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At some point in your life, you may have developed bumps or lumps on the skin on your legs. There are many reasons for skin conditions to arise and often the cause is not obvious.
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Pinched nerves in the shoulder can cause discomfort and, for some, extreme pain. According to the American Chiropractic Association, a pinched nerve is a type of damage or injury done to the nerves, most commonly resulting from constriction or compression of some sort.
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The rotator cuff is a group of muscles that acts to stabilize the shoulder joint during activity. The shoulder joint is one of only two joints in the body that has a wide range of motion in every plane, with the other joint being the hip joint.
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Vyvanse is a stimulant medication used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. Like any medication, Vyvanse carries the risk of side effects and drug and food interactions. Caffeine may increase the severity of side effects caused by Vyvanse, states Drugs.com.
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The sudden appearance of red pinpoint bumps on the surface of the skin can be alarming and disturbing. They may crop up anywhere on the body, including the face, stomach, legs, feet and chest.
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A chai tea latte is made with a black tea blended with spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, ginger and cloves. A chai latte is similar to regular chai tea except that is topped with extra steamed milk. Iced varieties are cooled and blended with crushed ice.
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The human digestive tract relies upon many different chemicals -- and in some cases, organisms -- to function normally. Probiotics are organisms, many of them native to the human intestine, that help your digestive tract function.
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