Triglycerides are the main form of fat in the body and in the diet. They provide energy, insulate the body, protect internal organs from shock, provide an energy reserve and help the body use carbohydrate and protein efficiently.

Mild, temporary water retention in the hands or feet often occurs in hot weather or after overindulging in salty foods. While this type of water retention is usually harmless, fluid accumulation in the abdomen signals a health problem that requires medical evaluation.

Swollen tonsils, or tonsillitis, are often the result of infection caused by pathogenic microorganisms. Consuming sugary drinks or dairy products can irritate swollen tonsils and increase the symptoms.

Dupuytren's contracture is a medical condition in which fibrous tissue in your fingers and palm area becomes thick and tight, causing fingers to curl and bend. Even though not a dangerous medical condition, severe cases may necessitate surgery if reaching the point of hindering everyday function.

Stools appear in a variety of colors and consistencies. Stools containing oil are also known as steatorrhea. When you have oil in your stool, it may appear grease-like, float to the top of the water and have a foul odor.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, or PCOS, is a complex endocrine disorder that affects up to one in five women of reproductive age. The syndrome typically manifests with various symptoms, including menstrual irregularities, insulin resistance with weight-gain.

Plastic surgery is becoming more popular than ever. According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, more than 11.7 million procedures were performed in 2007, an increase of more than 400 percent since statistics were first gathered 10 years earlier.

Hormonal birth control methods are effective in preventing pregnancy, but can cause hyperpigmentation in some women. Hyperpigmentation, also called melasma, occurs when changing hormone levels cause patches of brown or grayish skin to appear on the face.

Diphenhydramine, an antihistamine, carries the brand name Benadryl. It blocks histamines, which the body manufactures during some allergic reactions. Many parents use Benadryl to control minor allergic reactions such as hives in their children.

Your latissimus dorsi muscle is the largest muscle in your back and makes moving your arm up and back possible. The muscle connects your arm to your back and is one of the largest muscles affecting your shoulder functioning, according to chiropractor Dr. Kim Christensen.

Pistachio nuts contain healthy and heart-protective unsaturated fats and provide many important vitamins and minerals, such as copper, manganese, phosphorus, vitamin B-6 and thiamin. Originating from Iran, this nut is often consumed on its own, either roasted or salted, or in ice cream, baklava and biscotti.

Tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) is a botanical extract valued for its antimicrobial properties. Topically, it can be effective in treating skin surface infections, such as acne, fungal nail infection (onychomycosis) and athlete's foot.