Human Body Anatomy: Integrated Systems & Physiological Health

In the human body, health is maintained through the interconnectedness of organ systems, proper posture, and stable biochemical metabolism.

Dangers of Wearing Ear Plugs

Ear plugs can be used for protection from noise or water. These small, ear-canal shaped devices can be made of foam, plastic or wax and fit into the ear canal, according to Occupational Health & Safety, a health resource site dedicated to workplace safety.

Read more →
Teenage boys holding mobile phones

Tips to Correct Teen Posture

If you always seem to tell your teen to “straighten up,” your advice to help your teen improve her posture can have far-reaching benefits. Poor posture in the teenage years causes muscle strain or abnormal bone growth. Poor posture also can make your teen appear less confident.

Read more →
Strong bodybuilder using weight machine for arms

The Three Types of Muscles in Human Body

Although you have more than 600 muscles in your body, there are only three types of muscle: smooth, cardiac and skeletal. Each muscle helps to keep you in motion, your heart beating or signal a natural response in your body, such as the ability to keep your eyes focused.

Read more →

The Correct Sleeping Posture for Those With Scoliosis

While your spine naturally curves, it curves in places it shouldn't if you suffer from scoliosis. When the spine rotates, twists or curves due to scoliosis, you may experience outward symptoms like one hip or shoulder being higher than the other.

Read more →
Senior woman stands with drinks water with a towel over her shoulder on beach

Why Do We Need to Drink Water?

Almost 60 percent of the human body is water, which is little wonder when you find out why this fluid is so vital to your body's function. Each day, the body must replace 2.4 liters of water, mostly through drinking water and consuming foods with a high water content.

Read more →