By Andrea Coventry
Bipolar disorder, formerly known as manic-depressive disorder, is a brain disorder that affects 1 to 2 percent of adults worldwide. It is now being recognized in children as well, with WebMD attributing it to 1 percent of children. Its trademark is extreme mood swings between mania (marked elation) and depression (marked sadness). These mood swings can change every few weeks--or, in young...
By Loraine Degraff
Coconut oil, a tropical oil with many attributes, has always been an important part of the diet in such countries as India and Sri Lanka. Extracted from the dried meat of the coconut, coconut oil was developed as a commercial product in the 1800s by merchants in the South Seas and South Asia. Coconut oil makes up 7 percent of the entire export income of the Philippines, the world's largest...
By SKetcham
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, as many as three-quarters of Americans over the age of 35 years currently have some stage of gum disease. Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is an infection of the gums and tissues that support the teeth and the bones in the mouth. Gum disease is primarily caused by the buildup of plaque and bacteria on the gums and teeth. Advanced stages of...
By Carrie Ellis
Dreadlocks are a beautiful and natural way to keep ethnic hair. However, because they are difficult to create and maintain, many people who are new to dreads go overboard and do not care for them properly in the early stages. This can lead to scalp problems that are hard to get rid of. Fortunately, there are a variety of ways to prevent and treat dandruff when you are growing dreads. The best way ...
By Kevin Rail
According to the Minnesota Men's Health Center, approximately one in 10 males in the world has some form of erectile dysfunction (ED). This is not only a physical condition, but it can take a serious toll on a man's confidence and self-esteem. But with today's groundbreaking advancements in medicinal technology and supplementation, men who suffer from ED stand a very good chance of...
By Linda Hinkle
Acne treatments include a variety of over-the-counter products, prescription medications and physical procedures. Treatments are recommended according to several factors---skin type, how severe the acne is, and the type of lesions present. The American Academy of Dermatology warns that what works for one person may not be effective for another, and that most treatments do not show visible...
By Sabrina Ashley
There are simple home remedies for fast hair growth. Even though the hair grows on average 1/2 an inch each month, the actual rate varies. Hair can grow at twice that rate or half that rate, depending on how well you take care of yourself and your hair. While genetics is also a part of the growth rate, the most important thing is how you treat your hair. The hair is dead, but by using the right...
By Pauline Gill
When you first discover you have diabetes, the doctor will write you a prescription for a glucometer. This is a device for monitoring your blood glucose level, which helps you manage your condition. According to Paris Roach, MD and Editor-in-Chief of Diabetes Forecast, "Patient-centered care has been shown to improve the health of people with chronic conditions, including diabetes."...
By China Zmuida
Having swollen gums can be a precursor to serious dental conditions such as gingivitis or gum disease. As plaque begins to build up on your teeth, the bacteria in the plaque will cause the gums to become sensitive and swollen. Without proper treatment, the gums may begin to bleed and cause pain, leading to the potential loss of teeth over time. The beginning signs of gingivitis are swollen gums...
By W.A. Swan
Shampoo is a modern convenience that people in many parts of the world take for granted. The history of the invention of shampoo as we know it is vague but interesting. Here is some insight about who invented the very first hair shampoo. Shampoo was not developed by any one person. European explorers discovered that both Indonesia and India had a variation of shampoo as early as the 1700s....