What are Blackheads? Blackheads are small bumps that appear on your skin due to clogged hair follicles. These bumps are called “blackheads” because the surface looks dark or black. Blackheads are a mild type of acne that usually form on the face, but they can also appear on the back, chest, neck, arms, and shoulders….
6 Warning Signs That You’re Unhealthy If you’re living a generally unhealthy lifestyle, you’re probably clued-in. Most of us are aware that we shouldn’t be shoveling garbage down our throats at every opportunity, reaching for sodas, completely ignoring our bodies’ primal urges for exercise — but we do it anyway. And we somehow are able…
Eating Well Promotes Health Eating a well-planned, balanced mix of foods every day has many health benefits. For instance, eating well may reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, bone loss, some kinds of cancer, and anemia. If you already have one or more of these chronic diseases, eating well and being…
Which Is Better, Chin-Ups or Pull-Ups? Pull-ups and chin-ups are more different than you probably realize. That subtle change of turning your palms from inward facing (a chin-up) to outward swaps which side of your torso you target. A study in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research measured muscle signals during both exercises and found…
Treating Skin Cancer Various Treatment Options There are a number of treatment options for skin cancer, depending on the type and stage of the cancer. Some treatments are standard (the usual treatment), and some are being tested in clinical trials. Before starting treatment, patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial….
What is Skin Cancer? Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S. It occurs in more than a million people each year, including many older people. There are three main types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. Of the three, melanoma is the most serious. Buy…
Enjoy Food Eating is one of life’s pleasures, but some people lose interest in eating and cooking as they get older. They may find that food no longer tastes good. They may find it harder to shop for food or cook, or they don’t enjoy meals because they often eat alone. Others may have problems chewing…
