Many women experience an irregular menstrual cycle sometime in their lives. This may last for a short time or may be a lifelong feature of their cycles. Causes include polyps, breastfeeding, chemotherapy, stress and drug use. Diet pills fall in this last category, and often knock menstrual cycles off kilter.
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Spider veins are thin, small veins just underneath the skin’s surface. They may be red or blue and radiate out from a central area like small webs. This sign of aging often appears on the legs. It may be concealed with longer and longer shorts until we either accept the veins or try to do something about them.
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Neem trees are native to drier regions of Burma, India, West Africa and Southwest Asia. They can grow to 50 feet tall and live for 200 years. In Ayurveda, a traditional Indian form of medicine, neem figures into treatments for many ailments, including intestinal and other types of parasites.
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Dreaming of the easy fix seems to be human nature. Unfortunately, the magic ingredient that will burn fat while we sit on the couch and eat potato chips has not been discovered yet. But lemon, ginger and cumin all have some medicinal qualities and might be a boon to your diet.
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When people think about losing weight, counting calories and sweating through grueling workouts are usually top of the mind. But author and holistic health practitioner Deepak Chopra suggests that meditation can help with weight loss. In fact, Chopra described in a "Huffington Post"
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Running has many benefits -- improving your cardiovascular fitness, losing weight, reducing your risk of Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke -- but it’s hard work. If you’re new to running, commit to two weekly training sessions and start slowly. Running is great for exercisers on a limited time budget.
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Les Mills and Body Training Systems are two companies that sell prepackaged fitness classes to gyms. This means that the classes are already choreographed to specific songs.
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Grapefruit seed extract is a popular supplement some people believe can cleanse their digestive systems. It’s taken in capsule or liquid form. Some Western travelers to developing countries swear by a few drops in their water bottles to protect against parasites. But experts are split over the supplement’s efficacy.
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Many people wonder if coffee is bad for them. Some switch to decaf in an attempt at healthier living. Studies indicate that a moderate amount of caffeine is safe for most people.
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Beans are eaten around the world and are valued as an inexpensive protein source. Beans also contain many other components that make them an integral part of a healthy diet. Plant estrogens found in beans are being studied by many researchers to determine their benefits and possible risks.
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Several versions of detox diets featuring cayenne pepper have become popular. They promise to flush the body of toxins and deliver fast weight loss. But crash diets can bring unwanted health consequences. Before embarking on any drastic changes in your diet, you should always consult your doctor.
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For most people, potassium is a healthy part of their diets, and getting enough is easy by eating a variety of food. But doctors require some people with heart and kidney problems to lower their potassium intake. This turns out to be hard to do, since almost all foods contain some potassium.
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While bird dog exercises don't look exactly like a real bird dog -- humans lack tails to point with -- the exercise replicates the look of a pointer as best a human can. From a hands-and-knees position, one leg extends back while the opposite arm extends forward.
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Exercise in general is crucial for women over 60 years old, and strength training is particularly helpful. The aging process makes muscle and bone deteriorate, flexibility disappear and metabolism slow. Regular exercise can slow these symptoms of age and help keep the body healthy for as long as possible.
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Recumbent bikes and recumbent trikes are both good choices for people who need the back support that an upright bike doesn’t offer. Recumbent trikes outsell recumbent bikes, especially with the older crowd.
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The controversial blood type diet has claimed many adherents since the 1996 publication of "Eat Right 4 Your Type: The Individualized Diet Solution to Staying Healthy, Living Longer and Achieving Your Ideal Weight."
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Whatever you call the ball -- stability, Swiss, therapy or exercise ball – most gyms have at least a few. They’re also a common feature of home workout areas. Versatile and portable, this piece of exercise equipment poses hazards when improperly inflated.
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