Whey used to dominate the protein shake market, but there are now many great options that use soy protein instead. Soy protein is a perfect choice for those who want to limit or eliminate animal protein sources from their diet or are allergic to dairy products. Whey typically provides between 15 and

Sea salts and Epsom salts can detoxify your body.smelling salts image by sasha from Fotolia.comOne of the most accessible and beneficial salts at your disposal for detoxifying purposes is Epsom salt, which may already be stashed under your kitchen sink, just waiting to be used. Salt has...

Millions of people suffer from hypertension, or high blood pressure . If left untreated, hypertension has can damage your arteries, weaken your kidneys and affect your memory. It also increases your risk for heart failure and aneurysms. Natrilix's active ingredient is indapamide, which is classifie

MetroGel is a topical prescription medication used to treat skin conditions, such as rosacea and the acne associated with rosacea. The medication's active ingredient, metronidazole, is an antibiotic. To help reduce the swelling and redness of rosacea, it is important to follow the application instru

Seretide Diskus, generic Advair, works by combining two types of asthma medication in an oral inhaler. Seretide Diskus contains fluticasone propionate, an anti-inflammatory steroid, and salmeterol, a long-acting bronchodilator. The two ingredients complement each other and provide more control over

Making dietary changes to lose weight isn't easy. According to MedlinePlus, approximately 66 percent of Americans are struggling with weight loss. Losing weight, however, can reduce the risk of health issues such as diabetes, arthritis and cancer. Dietary supplements may help suppress your appetite

Ibuprofen is an over-the-counter pain reliever from the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) class. According to MedicineNet.com, ibuprofen works by inhibiting the enzyme that produces pain-causing chemicals called prostaglandins. Despite its over-the-counter availability and widespread u

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that is associated with emotions, moods, sleeping patterns and hunger. An imbalance of serotonin in the brain has been associated with many mental illnesses, such as depression and anxiety. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) are a popular class of drugs t

Electrolyte is a scientific term for salts, specifically ions. If an ion is an electrolyte, the ion is electrically charged and moves to either a negative (cathode) or positive (anode) electrode. For example, body fluids, such as blood and plasma, are like seawater and have a high concentration of

Wearing a respirator is a requiremnt when working with asbestos.Portrait image by Vaida from Fotolia.comIt is common knowledge that asbestos causes cancer. Unfortunately this was not always the case and, as a result, asbestos was used in many applications around buildings and homes, due...

Lyrica is Pfizer's brand name for the drug pregablin. The FDA approved Lyrica for the treatment of fibromyalgia in 2007. It is also used to treat other nerve-related pain disorders in 2007.

Apo-Sulfatrim or, simply, Sulfatrim is a prescription medication available in Canada. It is used in the treatment of bacterial infections in the bladder, ears, sinuses, skin, intestines and lungs. Despite its effectiveness, Sulfatrim poses a risk for side effects in some patients.

Learn about a new inhalation product for COPD and 2 new agents for homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.

About 250 million pounds of drugs are flushed into sewage systems each year in the United States, and many of them are narcotic painkillers that are dangerous in a controlled setting, more so on the streets. Many hospitals even employ hazardous-waste managers, but government regulations do not fully

Compelling results from this study of nearly 2 million hospitalized Medicare patients provide strong evidence for the value of clinical pharmacy services in improving patient safety.

Mucinex or guaifenesin is a medication used to treat congestion and control cough from cold, flu or other respiratory illness. It is available over-the-counter in controlled-release tablets, granules and liquid, with doses for both pediatric and adult patients. Classified as an expectorant, Mucinex

Conditions such as baldness, acne and benign prostate growth might benefit from Chinese herbs.Bald man from backside image by TekinT from Fotolia.comSeveral conditions are reliant on high levels of androgen hormones, such as benign prostate hyperplasia, polycystic ovarian syndrome,...

If you find yourself with low serotonin levels, you've likely been feeling sluggish and depressed. But you may not need to take an antidepressant. There are things you can do to increase serotonin naturally.

Echinaceaconeflower image by David Dorner from Fotolia.comEchinacea is widely touted for its immune-boosting properties and ability to help the body fight infection. Goldenseal is well-known for its antibacterial qualities and enhancement of white blood cells. Echinacea and goldenseal are...

To Select the Most Appropriate Drug Therapy for Patients With Heart Failure, Clinicians Should Consider Specific Patient Populations, Adverse-Event Profiles, Tolerability, Cost, and Dosing Regimens