Life insurance companies provide financial protection in the event of your death. Smoking, with its widely proven harmful effects to your health, is a risk most companies penalize with higher premiums. Every insurance company will ask and test to see if you are a smoker.
Asbestos exposure can cause mesothelioma and other forms of lung cancer.thorax x-ray of the lungs image by JoLin from Fotolia.comLong term exposure to asbestos can cause mesothelioma, other cancers and asbestosis, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Unfortunately, asbestos was once a...
Noni fruit has been used in folk medicine for centuries to treat a variety of medical conditions. It is about the size of a potato, tastes bland and has an unpleasant, cheese-like odor. Noni fruit is processed into more palatable forms such as juices, tinctures and powders, and is sold in nutrition
Wheat germ oil is a concentrated and natural source of vitamin E. It can help optimize cardiovascular function, improve muscle strength, promote energy and endurance, and improve circulation. Wheat germ oil is available in liquid or capsule form and frequently as a lotion and in beauty care products
Kidney problems such as inflammation and pain can affect people both old and young, children and adults alike. While serious problems and infections should be diagnosed and treated by a licensed physician, difficulties that aren't serious enough for medication may be treated with herbs and supplemen
Salmonella typhi is a harmful bacterium that causes a dangerous disease called typhoid in human beings. It is transmitted through contaminated food and drinks. This bacterium spreads from unhygienic living and eating conditions and a lack of hand-washing practices. The symptoms include high fever, f
Contrary to many beliefs, complex carbohydrates are not the same. In order to eat a healthy diet and enjoy overall health, it is important to identity the differences among carbohydrates and how they are broken down and used by the body. Doing so is simple. The following information will help you.
Making homemade tinctures with the stems of plants follows virtually the same method as when you use the leaves of these herbs or flowers. The difference is in the processing. Some stems will be very tough and woody and will need to be chopped or blended for the solvent to thoroughly extract the pro
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates hazardous waste under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). EPA lists specific hazardous waste in three categories. If not specifically listed, waste must be characterized as hazardous by analyzing samples for ignitability, corrosivity
Many cases of carbon monoxide poisoning could have been prevent if people had acquired and educated themselves in the safety measures and basic knowledge of the signs and symptoms of this lethal and deadly silent killer. This article will give you some basic information about carbon monoxide gas an
Enriched air nitrox is air that has had the partial pressure--percentage--of the oxygen in the mix raised above the normal level of 21 percent. Scuba divers use nitrox to extend their potential bottom time from the limits that they are permitted with air, as there is less nitrogen--which the body do
Many mothers are aware that breast milk gives their babies a head start for healthy growth and development. Breastfeeding mothers who work outside the home often pump their milk using breast pumps. The milk is then stored in sanitary bottles or other containers and fed to the infant as needed. While
The Rositter System is a complex series of stretches controlled by a person and his foot. Developed by Richard Rossiter, this massage technique requires cooperation between the person receiving the massage, also called the person in charge (PIC), and a coach, the person giving the massage. There are
Black seed oil is an essential oil derived from black cumin seeds. The seeds are used throughout the Middle East and Far East as a spice for cooking and a supplement to aid in digestion. Because its use is relatively new to the English-speaking world, it is known by a variety of names, including b
Calorie counting is the practice of keeping track of what foods you eat and the amount of energy they provide to your body in the form of calories. Calories are units of heat energy which are a useful guide for changing body weight: If you burn more calories each day than you eat, you will lose weig
You might be surprised at how much harm can be done by something as low impact as sitting -- especially if you do it for hours at a time. The wrong type of chair can lead to back, leg and neck injuries, and also cause fatigue. The right type of chair, on the other hand, can prevent strain and injuri
Some insects, like bees and butterflies, are highly desirable garden visitors. Others are less popular, with mosquitoes among the most annoying and potentially dangerous. A number of flowering plants have some degree of repellent effect on mosquitoes and other insect pests. In most cases, however, i
Event planners should always aim high when estimating the potential number of people who will attend.motocyclist in stunt riding show.sports.motorsport image by L. Shat from Fotolia.comIn many places inside the United States, all that is required to plan an outdoor event is obtaining a...
At one time, buttermilk was merely the substance that was left after making butter. Buttermilk has evolved and now comes in both low-fat and skim versions. It also is available in a lactose-free form for people who are unable tolerate lactose. An 8-oz. serving contains 100 calories.
Ultraviolet light, UV for short, is an often ignored part of the light spectrum, mostly because it is invisible to the naked eye. The short-term dangers of UV exposure are usually fairly minor and merely annoying. However, the long-term dangers of UV light pose a serious risk that all too often ends
