Salad with new potatoes and blue cheese

Hypoglycemia & Vegetarian Diet

Vegetarianism and hypoglycemia have only a few rare links, and eating a balanced vegetarian diet can actually help control the blood-sugar-level problems associated with hypoglycemia and diabetes.

Read more →

Stiff Pinkie Fingers

Stiff pinkie fingers can be a symptom of many conditions, but carpal tunnel syndrome probably isn't one of them. The carpal tunnel only affects the thumb and first three fingers of your hand, so unless you're experiencing symptoms in the other fingers, look to other conditions that may be causing the problem.

Read more →

How to Get Rid of a Cold Sore on the Tongue

The tongue can be one of the most annoying places to develop a sore; you need your tongue to eat, drink and speak, all of which become difficult and frustrating when a painful sore shows up.

Read more →
Various fruits on white background, close-up

Can I Live on Fruits Alone?

Fruit is an essential component of your daily diet and has many nutritional advantages, especially when you replace junk food with servings of fresh fruit. However, it's not a good idea to try to live on fruit alone. So-called "fruitarian" diets or "fruit cleanses"

Read more →

How to Prevent Ingrown Hairs on Your Nipples

Ingrown hairs occur when a hair grows in at an odd angle, causing it to miss the opening of a hair follicle and curve back in toward your body. They tend to show up on the arms, legs, pubic area and even the nipples.

Read more →
portrait of a young woman drinking water from a glass

Burning in Nose Following Exercise

There could be several reasons you might feel a burning sensation in your nose after exercising, but outside influences are ultimately the cause for most of them. In that case, controlling your environment while exercising is the best way to prevent the symptom. Contact your doctor if the burning persists or is severe.

Read more →
Girl (7-9) having sun cream applied to nose

How to Choose a Sunscreen That Won't Sting Your Face

That stinging feeling on your cheeks and around your eyes can make the thought of wearing sunscreen on your face unappealing. Fortunately, the science of sunscreen has advanced, developing formulas that are much gentler on your face. There are two types of sunscreen: physical and chemical.

Read more →
Two friends holding hiking poles and looking at map

How to Lose 40 Pounds in 100 Days

Whether it's for a wedding, high school reunion or just because you need to, it is possible to lose 40 pounds in 100 days. It won't be easy, however. A combination of diet and exercise is the healthiest and most reliable way to lose weight, and this volume of loss will require quite a bit of both.

Read more →
Young woman spraying mouth spray, close-up

Weight Loss & a Metallic Taste in the Mouth

Weight loss and a metallic taste in your mouth are side effects of several drugs and are usually not indicative of a severe reaction. However, metallic taste and other taste abnormalities are a large problem in the elderly population.

Read more →
Interracial couple

What Causes Hair on the Arms to Grow in a Woman?

According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, women in the U.S. sought over 1.2 million laser hair removal procedures in 2007. Although most of the women's hair-removal industry focuses on leg, bikini and underarm hair removal, many women also feel self-conscious about the hair on their forearms.

Read more →

Hot Flashes in Teenagers

It is possible for children and teenagers to experience hot flushes or hot flashes similar to those of menopausal women. However, while hot flashes are normal and expected in older women, they are not common or normal for teenagers. Hot flushes usually signify an underlying condition that requires medical attention.

Read more →
Close-up of a man with his face buried in his hands.

Does Omega-3 Clear Brain Fog?

Is your brain feeling a little sluggish? Everyone has episodes of "brain fog" -- poor memory or concentration -- from time to time. Your diet may affect your brain more than you think; the same healthy foods that make you feel well physically also help your brain function properly.

Read more →
Gay couple lying on bed watching television, one eating ice cream

Can Too Much Sugar Keep Me Awake?

It's long been thought that people -- especially kids -- who can't settle down for a good night's rest need to lay off the sugar. However, there's not much medical evidence to back up that line of thinking.

Read more →
young sporty woman hold her sports injured leg

Low Potassium: Fatigue & Tired Legs

Fatigue and tired or cramped legs are symptoms of low potassium, also called hypokalemia. If you have these and other symptoms, get your potassium levels checked, along with other blood tests.

Read more →

The Best Shoes for Tai Chi

Tai chi is a great exercise option for seniors, people recovering from surgery and anyone else looking for a low-impact workout. According to an article from Harvard University, tai chi is a "mind-body practice"

Read more →
Female School Sports Team In Gym With Medals

Creative Basketball Award Certificate Ideas

Many athletic coaches present their players with awards at the season's end. Award certificates can celebrate individual accomplishments or highlight the players' personalities.

Read more →
Full length of a smiling woman sitting on exercise mat

Do You Wear Shoes in Yoga?

Most yoga instructors invite students to kick off their shoes and socks. Although you may not be used to exercising barefoot, the lack of footwear in yoga allows you to be hyper-aware of how your feet are connecting with the ground and where you're carrying your weight.

Read more →
Boy sitting next to bmx bike

Can 13-Year-Olds Get Big Muscles?

Most 13-year-olds, especially boys, haven't yet completed puberty, which means lifting weights won't produce big muscles. Your muscles are influenced by your hormones, and until your body matures, you can't build big muscles.

Read more →