Testosterone is typically thought of as a male hormone though it’s produced by both men and women. In men, who produce much larger amounts of the hormone, it leads to development of the uniquely male physical and sexual characteristics, including behavioral changes.

Without a doubt, we live in a high-tech world. It seems a new gadget for promoting better health comes along every day; but according to Life Span, a simple rocking chair can improve your health and increase overall well-being.

All plants foods contain fiber, an indigestible substance that promotes bowel regularity and provides other health benefits. The "2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans" recommends roughly 25 to 30 g of fiber daily for adults.

If you're scheduled for a colonoscopy, it's crucial for you to clean out your bowel. This is done by taking a bowel prep medication and adhering to a liquid diet for at least 12 hours prior to the colonoscopy. A colonoscopy is a visual examination of your large bowel, so it must be free of food matter.

Long after a cigarette has been stubbed out, the smell may remain, warns Nick Gromicko in "Tobacco Odor Removal" for the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI).

Obesity is defined as a body mass index of greater than 30, reports the University of Maryland Medical Center. As obesity is associated with a number of acute and chronic health conditions, it should come as no surprise that many obese people are interested in getting fit.

A bountiful summertime vegetable, the cucumber adds crunch and coolness to green salads, pasta salads and tuna sandwiches. Colorful cukes even offer a non-starchy chip alternative on your chips and dip platter. But some people experience side effects after eating cucumbers.

A balanced diet won't break the bank or take the enjoyment out of food. It will, however, supply your body with the nutrients it needs to maintain proper health and keep you feeling your best. Before you can follow a balanced diet, you need to understand what one looks like.

Epidurals are an effective form of pain relief and anesthesia in laboring women and patients undergoing certain surgical procedures. Epidurals are administered by specially trained doctors known as anesthesiologists.

Between homework, tests and maintaining a social life, it can be difficult for students to find time to maintain a healthy lifestyle. However, poor health can quickly lead to stress, self-esteem issues, poor mood, illness and fatigue.

People who have had a stroke need to learn to do many daily activities all over again. Hand-eye coordination, balance, the ability to get dressed and walking may all be affected.

A yellowish resin extracted from the guggul plant contains substances called guggulsterones and possibly others. Laboratory studies have found that guggulsterones can change the metabolism of cholesterol by the liver.