The ratio of total cholesterol to HDL, or good, cholesterol is a "better predictor of heart disease" than total cholesterol or HDL cholesterol, according to "Dr. Dean Ornish's Program for Reversing Heart Disease."

Among Americans age 20 and older, over 100 million have total blood cholesterol levels of 200 mg per decaliter or higher, according to the American Heart Association. They are more at risk for some of America’s leading causes of death such as heart disease and stroke.

Horsetail grass is an herb you can drink as tea, take in powder or capsule form or consume as liquid extract for its health benefits. It's been used in traditional medicine mainly for removing stones from the excretory system and for improving bone health.

Although evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) is an herbal remedy that’s most known for its effects on treating premenstrual syndrome, mastalgia (breast pain) and menopausal symptoms in women, the herb also has important benefits for men.

Peppermint oil has a calming effect, which combined with its mild antibacterial and antiviral powers, makes it useful for treating a variety of health conditions.

The brain is the most complex part of the body. It controls our movements, communication, decisions and emotions, as well as our organs.

Intestinal gas is a common problem for babies, especially when they are fed formula. According to Kelly Bonyata, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and founder of KellyMom.com, formula fed babies generally have more gas then breastfed babies.

It starts with that tingling feeling in the back of your throat. Then the cough settles in. Sore throat and cough are most often caused by viral infections, such as a cold or the flu. Less frequently, these symptoms can be caused by a bacterial infection, such as strep throat or sinusitis.

Changes in your exercise patterns, including cessation of exercise, can cause fluctuations in your menstrual cycle.

Some women consider their breasts one of their best features. Others, however, may not be satisfied with their breast size and wonder if they can increase their breast size. Home remedies including diet, exercise and nutrition supplements are touted as a natural way to increase breast size.

Your body goes through many changes during pregnancy -- many that you can see and feel and many that you cannot. Your cardiovascular system, which goes through many changes during pregnancy, includes the heart, blood, veins and arteries.

The neem tree is a tropical evergreen that's been part of traditional Asian medicine for centuries. Practitioners recommend neem leaves and other parts of the tree to treat gastrointestinal problems, to prevent infection and, when used topically, as an insect repellent and pesticide.