After bariatric surgery, the new and very small stomach will often only hold about an ounce. For the first week after surgery, the patient will only be able to tolerate nutritious liquids. During the second week, pureed, high-protein foods such as cottage cheese, yogurt, and soft-cooked eggs may be added. After that, the patient may [...]
With so many applications for hyaluronic acid (also known as “HA”), it is helpful to have a grasp on exactly what HA is, what it does, and what uses and benefits HA provides. For that reason, an in-depth description of the uses and benefits of hyaluronic acid is required to answer the public’s questions about [...]
After the successful surgery, a patient should expect some drainage from the doctor’s incisions. In most cases the drainage is minimal but may last for several days. If the physician suspects the wounds will have excess drainage, he or she may insert a drainage tube or bag to collect any excess fluids and minimize discomfort. [...]
Eat healthy and be active is the universally acknowledged theory to staying fit. Food has to be appealing to the eyes and kindle the taste buds too. The Mediterranean diet is a healthy balanced diet of plant food cooked in “good” fat. That does not mean there is a total cut on animal products. The [...]
Commonly known as the “anti-stress” vitamin, vitamin B12 is an affiliate of the vitamin B-complex group. As cobalt is one of the complex vitamins constituents, a scientific synonym for this water-soluble mineral is cobalamin.
The pivotal function of vitamin B12 is to aid in the formation of red blood cells in the human body. It [...]
Creatine is a naturally formed amino acid that is found in the human body, especially around the skeletal muscle. The human body generates Creatine naturally, partly from the diet we take and partly on its own. A healthy person has about 120g of Creatine, most of it being in the form of a compound called [...]
Diabetes is a lifelong disease and can affect any one at any age or time. For many years this was considered to be a life-threatening disease, as there was no remedy. With improvements in research many therapies have been developed. The first step in controlling diabetes is to know that your blood sugar levels are [...]
The term ‘wholesale’ refers to the method of selling or purchasing of goods in large quantities. The advantages of buying tanning lotions wholesale are the same as those in any other product. Estimates confirm the fact that a vast majority of people in the U.S. are heavily into tanning in order to achieve that elusive, [...]
Bodybuilding is not confined to male and female adults alone. Teenagers can also work out. Many teens nowadays want to have healthier, more beautiful bodies. To achieve this, they stick to a regular regimen of bodybuilding exercises.
If you are one of those teens who want a perfectly toned body, it is most likely that [...]
The body mass index is the brainchild of a Belgian statistician and mathematician named Adolphe Quatelet, and was developed between 1830 and 1850.
A person’s body mass index (BMI) is the relationship between their height and weight, which directly correlates to the body fat contained within the body and explains the degree of health [...]
Although expensive, electric pumps are more efficient than hand or battery powered pumps. One advantage of with the electric pumps is that these pumps can be rented. Also, many of these pumps are well serviced by the manufacturers and are also often covered by health insurance.
Electric breast pumps can be used frequently. [...]
The price of liposuction will vary from state to state and from physician to physician. Although cost is surely a crucial factor in determining whether or not to have the surgery performed, several steps should be taken prior to obtaining a price quote from a surgeon. As a general estimate, last year, liposuction costs ranged [...]
Natural Progesterone is derived from natural sources, such as plants. Many health food stores and Internet sites sell Natural Progesterone compounds, or plants they are derived from such as wild yams, soy and fenugreek, with various claims to reduce menopausal symptoms. However, Progesterone from these plants is actually in a precursor form called [...]
A pet cat looks to its owner for love, affection, warmth, food, and safety. It relies on its master to stay able-bodied, well nourished and safe throughout its life. This is not an overpowering or intense responsibility. Effective ways of maintaining cat health can be performed through preventative monthly checks at home, by keeping cats [...]
Magnesium hydroxide has the chemical formula Mg(OH)2. It is available naturally as the mineral brucite. It is a white or colorless, odorless powder and is sparingly soluble in water. It is an alkaline hydroxide compound. It is generally prepared by reacting magnesium sulfate or chloride with sodium hydroxide.
The major use of magnesium hydroxide is as [...]
There are hundreds of new Human Growth Hormone (HGH) supplements on the market today due to their explosive popularity. A quick Internet search turns up thousands of sites offering “incredible deals” and “limited time offers” on everything from sprays to lozenges to effervescent tablets. However, because of the sudden market saturation of HGH [...]
There are certain specific foods which are never allowed when you are on a low-carbohydrate diet. There are those food items which contain white flour and/or sugar (including honey). Grains and breads are restricted, though people who are on a weight-maintenance diet, non-obese diabetics, or those who can tolerate a few additional carbohydrates and still [...]
Acne is common skin disorder among teenagers. It is caused by excessive production of oil by the sebaceous glands. Acne occurs mainly on the face and in rare cases, appears on the neck, chest, back and shoulders. Most forms of acne are a result of heredity or hormonal deficiencies. Stress, the use of oil based [...]
When it comes to certain body parts, both men and women consider big as better regardless of the fact that the size of the sexual organs has no connection with the quality of intercourse. So whether it is male enhancement or breast enlargement, increase in size just serves to boost esteem and promote self-confidence.
The safety [...]
Lobsters have always been one of the choicest dishes, satisfying the taste buds of people all over the world. They are also one of the most expensive foods what with their wonderful taste and yet being healthy at the same time with low fat contain. It is unfortunate for the lobsters, but they are tastier [...]
Psychologists qualify an eating disorder as something of a mental illness that affects a person’s eating habits in such a way that drastically disturbs the physical health of that person. An in-depth analysis by psychologists and psychiatrists list the types of eating disorders as Anorexia Nervosa, Beriberi, Bulimia Nervosa, Hyperphagia, Kleine-Levin Syndrome, Rumination, Binge Eating [...]
Designer Coco Channel started the sun tanning fad in the 1920s, and it remains popular even today in Western countries. Sun tanning is often associated with healthy and athletic bodies, but in reality is a sign of a skin problem. With research indicating that overexposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun causes premature aging, [...]
The risks of weight loss surgery compare favorably with other surgeries. In general, the risks of obesity are much greater than the surgery itself. The key decision that needs to be made is the choice between restrictive and malabsorption procedures or a combination of both these two procedures.
It has been noted that though malabsorption procedure [...]
The SSRIs act by inhibiting serotonin reuptake, and are considered the most popular, effective and safe prescription medications. The new prescription SSRIs used to treat depression include citalopram (Celexa), escitalopram oxalate (Lexapro), fluoxetine (Prozac, Prozac Weekly, Sarafem), paroxetine (Paxil, Paxil CR), and sertraline (Zoloft). Citalopram, a chiral compound, has its serotonin reuptake inhibitory activity in [...]
The body mass index (BMI) is the relationship between the height and weight of an individual, which directly correlates to the body fat contained within the body and explains the degree of health risk associated with the person. It is measured as BMI = Body weight in Kilograms/ height in meters squared.
The male [...]