According to the American Heart Association, 35.7 million Americans have a cholesterol level of 240 mg or higher, putting them at serious risk for heart disease. If you have a cholesterol level of 300 or more, this is cause for concern.
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The spleen serves many purposes, from aiding in digestion to producing chemicals that destroy and recycle old blood cells. It’s also your personal blood bank in case of serious blood loss. If not working properly it causes many ailments such as obesity, bloating, muscle weakness, loose stool and constipation.
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Heat bumps on the skin, also known as heat rash, usually develop from excessive exposure to heat or humidity. The condition may be as mild as a few small bumps but can also develop into painful blistering of the skin.
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So you're sitting in a job interview, on a first date or even standing at the altar when it happens: your foot itches uncontrollably. It's not some garden variety itch that will eventually go away if you don't think about it.
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More than 32 million Americans wear contact lenses, according to the American Optometric Association, and at some point every one of them has had to learn to clean the lenses. Though "no-rub"
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An estimated 50 million Americans, both men and women, are affected by permanent or temporary hair loss. For men, it can start while they are in their twenties, while for women it usually begins after menopause. Look at your hair brush or comb to determine how much hair you are losing.
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By the time your baby is 8 months old, the two of you have developed your own ways of communicating. While it mostly revolves around body language, you can usually tell if she’s not feeling well.
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It's the norm in American society that women are expected to have hair-free armpits, and there are also now many man who prefer to keep the area hairless as well. But stopping hair from growing in selected regions of the anatomy is easier said than done, as there are no treatments guaranteed for permanent hair removal.
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Your nose is the focal point on your face and the one of the first things people see. So when it's blemished, facing the world can be intimidating. Red, dry skin on the nose can take a toll on your confidence.
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Every athlete whose sport requires staying with a certain weight limit has, at one point or another, frantically tried to cut weight in order to qualify for the weigh-in for an upcoming event.
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If you have an ingrown toenail, you may be experiencing a good deal of pain, redness, tenderness, and swelling. If left untreated, your toe may become infected, and may even impact the bone. The good news is that ingrown toenails are relatively easy to cut out, even before it becomes necessary to see a doctor.
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One week isn't a long time--certainly not enough to lose large amounts of weight. But teens looking to lose weight quickly, whether it be for the prom, spring break or for any reason, often stand a better shot of shedding multiple pounds in that span than do adults.
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Toe injuries can occur quite easily. Whether you’ve dropped a heavy object on your toe, stubbed your toe on the newly arranged furniture or kicked the wall when realizing your lotto ticket was one number off, there's one commonality: it hurts.
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The relationship between a male and his father is one of the building blocks for the son's emotional stability later in life.
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Cooking chicken tenders in the microwave is a fast and easy solution to your last-minute meal challenge. Chicken tenders that have only been partially cooked before being frozen, though, can contain bacteria.
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Baking 40 potatoes at once for a big dinner or other event sounds like an intimidating task, but it's not difficult. The work and time that go into making potatoes remains nearly the same, whether you're making four or 40.
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Wontons, also referred to as wonton wrappers, are made with ingredients similar those used in pasta and made in small, square sheet form. Wonton wrappers come from Chinese culture and can be prepared in several ways, from boiling for a soft texture to baking in the oven for a crispy outside.
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If you’re looking for a quick fix to your chicken wing cravings but don’t want to spend time at the oven or money at a restaurant, try the microwave, which will cook your wings in about 10 minutes depending on how many you’re cooking.
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Salmon cooks quickly and is loaded with protein as well as omega-3 fatty acids, which promote heart health. But fish can be a bit more unforgiving when you’re cooking it on the grill, compared to steaks or burgers. With a little foil and your favorite spices, you can grill your salmon and eat it too.
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Though common sense may dictate that Women's One-a-Day brand multivitamins will boost your health on all fronts, the product's small print reveals that the vitamins aren't evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and aren't intended to treat or cure illness.
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