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Chlorhexidine Skin Antisepsis
Chlorhexidine is a compound that has massive antiseptic properties. It is seen to be highly effective in eliminating both gram positive as well as gram negative bacterial cells. It also stops the growth of bacteria by recombining with their genetic information to produce effective bacteriostatic pro
How to Reduce Acid on Your Teeth
In order to keep your teeth in optimal condition, you must protect them from acid. The pH balance in the mouth should be neutral in order to prevent tooth decay. A neutral pH lies between 6.5 and 7. Certain foods, drinks, medications and gastric juices can lower the pH in your mouth to an acidic lev
Health Hazards of Chlorine Bleach
Chlorine bleach may release toxic gases when mixed with other cleaning products.Cleaning materials image by TekinT from Fotolia.comChlorine bleach contains chlorine, a toxic gas, combined with sodium and oxygen as sodium hypochlorite. Hazards arise when the chlorine is released from this...
Health Effects of GMO
Genetically modified food is altered to be resistant to disease and pesticides, and for greater crop yields.bio-deisel fuel image by John Keith from Fotolia.comA GMO is a genetically modified organism, with its recombinant DNA altered to introduce new properties, like resistance to pests....
Nutrition Facts Egg Whites
Eggs have always been an excellent source of nutrition. However, people have become more concerned with calories, fat and cholesterol over the past couple of decades. As a result, many people focus on eating primarily egg whites rather than egg yolks, which is where most of the undesirable food con
Natural Diabetic Cures
When you digest food, it is broken down into glucose and absorbed into your bloodstream, where it triggers the pancreas to release insulin. Insulin helps carry glucose to your cells, where it is used as fuel for energy. If you have Type 1 diabetes, the pancreas does not produce insulin at all, and
How to Make Low-Carbohydrate Meat Loaf
Obesity is a fast-growing disease that is plaguing U.S. society. A low-carbohydrate diet with weight-loss and be healthy without making extreme changes in your diet. Carbohydrates produce insulin, which, in turn, is responsible for making your body feel hungry. Low-carbohydrate food reduces the feel
Prevention of Zoonotic Diseases
Zoonotic diseases are those that can be transmitted from animals to humans, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Although most humans come into contact with animals from time to time, the issue of zoonotic diseases is of special concern to people who spend much of their
Health Safety & Nutrition for Young Children
Parents must manage a child's health and development using dependable resources, adapting to dietary changes and learning what causes behavioral patterns.
How to Change Body PH
The abbreviation "pH" comes to us from German--the H stands for hydrogen, and the p is for "potenz," which translates as potency or power. In any case, it is well understood what pH measures the acidity or alkalinity of a given substance. Lemon juice, a very acidic substance, ranks about a 2 on the
List of Halogenated Hazardous Waste Compounds
A hazardous waste material is any chemical compound that can cause health issues including injury, illness, disability or even death when a person is exposed to such a compound. Halogenated compounds are non-metal compounds. Therefore, a halogenated hazardous waste compound is any...
Oxy Powder Directions
Oxy-Clean is a health product touted by its manufacturer as a natural way to cleanse the colon of toxins and relieve bloating, constipation and gas. Although most medical professionals advise that colon cleansing is unnecessary and potentially harmful, those in alternative medicine communities still
Adverse Effects of High Sodium Intake
Sodium has positive benefits for the body as well as plenty of negative ones. Because lots of people like the taste of salt, they may find themselves adding salt to food that is already salty. And because there is already salt in so many foods, adding more can cause you to get too much sodium in y
How to Change a Smooth Treadmill Belt
A treadmill is a great exercise machine to help increase your cardiovascular endurance. Over time, the treadmill belt may become worn, frayed or curl up at the edges and need to be replaced. Some treadmill belts are smooth and can be replaced with a belt that provides more traction, as long as the b
How to Clean the Crystalline Lens With Natural Herbs
Learning how to clean your crystalline lenses can make the difference between reliable eyesight and your eyes becoming shrouded with a layer of blinding mist. According to the Ted Montgomery website, which specializes in biology information, the crystalline lenses, which are located behind the iris,
What Is the Least Amount of Calories I Can Eat in a Day?
The least amount of calories you should consume each day is based on your basal metabolic rate. Eating less than that rate means your body doesn't have enough energy to maintain your general bodily functions.
Natural Cures for Armpit Rashes
Armpit rashes can be unsightly, uncomfortable and embarrassing. They can cause pain, odor and intense itching. Common causes of armpit rashes include fungal infections, excess moisture and heat. Even though these rashes can be caused by many different things, there are natural ways to cure them.
Bidet FAQ
Bidets come in several different styles.Toilet bowl and bidet in a toilet image by terex from Fotolia.comThere are two basic types of bidets, free-standing units and seat varieties that simply attach to the toilet. These porcelain cleaning devices are intended to increase a user's ability...
Home Boil Treatment
A boil is caused by bacteria under the skin. The bacteria cause an infection, which creates a pus-filled area underneath the skin. Eventually it will burst and the pus will drain. Sometimes a group or series of boils forms: this group is called a carbuncle. Although boils may be painful, usually th
Pressure Points for Natural Self Healing
The application of pressure to various tender points in the body is an ancient Chinese and Japanese practice. Multiple pressure, or trigger, points are said to be connected to vital organs through channels of energy, or chi. You can use application of gentle pressures for different effects, such as