July 22-31, 2014 - Original Health Articles
Who can resist a chubby little kid? Those cheeks, begging to be pinched, and stubby little legs are adorable. But could the chubbiness we find so cute in little ones be a warning sign that obesity is in their future? The answer seems to be yes, according to a study conducted by Solveig A.
If you think cheese is forbidden as part of a healthy diet, you might be surprised by some of the smart choices out there. Cheese features prominently in a number of world cuisines, and there's no reason you can't enjoy it regularly. Besides being tasty and versatile, cheese provides calcium and protein as well as phosphorus, vitamin A, and zinc.
As men age, it's natural for their bodies to produce less testosterone. But lower than normal levels of this important hormone can happen at any age. This frequently results in a decreased interest in sex, as well as other symptoms, including extreme tiredness, lack of energy, and even depression.
Low testosterone, or low levels of the important sex hormone, can happen to men at any age. "A lot of women think that it can’t happen to their man because he’s only in his thirties or forties," says Melody Denson, MD, specialist at The Urology Team in Austin, Texas.
Whether you have prediabetes or you’ve been living with type 2 diabetes for some time, you’ve probably been told that you can improve your health by making some lifestyle changes. But this can be difficult, especially if you’re not experiencing any symptoms.
You may feel awkward addressing what feels like a very personal concern, but if you’re suffering from constipation, you’re actually one of 42 million people in the US with this problem, according to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse.
Mosquitos are mainly known for spreading itchiness and irritation, but they can also carry a host of illnesses. Mosquito-borne malaria, for instance, kills close to 630,000 people every year, mostly children. While many diseases transmitted by mosquitos...
Going on vacation? Even if you’re healthy, a pre-travel checkup may be just what the doctor ordered. "The reason to visit a physician before travel is not only to assure that you are physically ready for travel, but also to ensure that you have the proper amounts of regular medicines you may take, along with vaccines, and the knowledge to minimize any risks from travel," says Aileen M.
