Healthy articles

Athletic trainers used to advise that you could eat anything you want if you worked out five hours a week. Science has finally laid this misconception to rest.

Do you regularly — or ever — perform testicular self-exams? If not, you should. Here's why, as well as how.

The widespread use of testosterone injections and patches has come under fire. The use of testosterone for "low-T" nonetheless makes sense for many men.

Diarrhea is a common symptom which occurs with many disorders. It can be dangerous if it is left untreated as it may cause the body to dehydrate. This article will highlight treatment option for diarrhea and how to get rid of it fast.

Does your child need glasses? This article discusses the tell-tale signs of vision problems, as well as the reasons all kids need regular eye exams even without these warning signs.

If you have a chronic illness and you don't have enough money to see a doctor, you usually get sicker and sicker until you lose your job, at least in the USA. Here are some ideas for what poor people can do to access medical care in the United States.

For nearly thirty years have been the mainstay of treatment for high cholesterol and cardiovascular disease. For some people, however, they simply do not work. For people who do not respond to statins, two new drugs may be what the doctor ordered.

There's a million variations on the simple kettle bell basics. And while some are downright injurious or just a waste of time, others have real benefit - and some are just fun! Check out these 5 treats from the archives.

Medical science has never been able to find a cure or even a way of preventing emphysema. The way to stop emphysema in its tracks, however, may be as simple as taking an Aspirin a day.

In many intensive care units and nursing homes nurses have a "PRN" or "when necessary" order for Haldol, the antipsychotic medication also known as by its generic name haloperidol. Using too much Haldol, however, may cause as many problems as it treats.