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I am an eighteen-year-old high school girl. Summer is coming and I want to get my skin tanned to look healthy. Will I get skin cancer at this young ag...
Many people like to get tanned for the summer but getting sunburned or staying under the sun for too long increases the risk of skin cancer. Extensive...

Published:February 9, 2010

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Any ideas on how to get in shape?
In order to be physically fit or in shape, you need to include both aerobic activities and strength training in your regular exercise routine. To get ...

Published:January 20, 2010

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I want to gain more muscles. Do protein shakes work?
Although some extra protein is needed to build muscle, most people get enough protein from foods, so protein supplements (shakes, powder or bar) do no...

Published:December 29, 2009

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I have too much pressure from school. How to resolve it?
Try these healthy ways to relieve stress: 1. EXERCISE Since your are mostly confined to a chair or a desk while in school, your energy level can d...

Published:December 3, 2009

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Out of all my female friends, a couple of them are naturally skinny. Yet, they don't exercise, eat very healthily (eat McDonalds, Quickly's, 2 out of ...
Metabolism is affected by age, lean body mass, gender (men tend to burn more calories then women), and heredity factors. However, the myth that skinni...

Published:November 2, 2009

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What are the chances that a newly pierced ear will become infected? Or what are the chances for the ear to be allergic to the metal?
Ear piercing should be done by a professional and not by a friend. Make sure that the technician washes his/her hands and wear gloves before starting...

Published:May 31, 2009

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What consequences are there for refusing to floss every night?
Flossing helps to remove trapped food particles and plaque between teeth and under the gum line which brushing alone cannot eliminate. This reduces t...

Published:March 14, 2009

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What causes bad breath?
Bad breath can originate from eating foods with strong odors, such as garlic and onions. Brushing your teeth or using mouthwash can temporarily reduce...

Published:March 12, 2009

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What is a tattoo? Does it hurt to get one?
A tattoo is a permanent mark or design made on your skin by inserting ink into the skin’s top layers. The modern tattoo device is primarily a needle...

Published:March 12, 2009

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Am I overweight?
The Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measurement that compares a person’s weight and height and is a useful tool to estimate a healthy body weight based o...

Published:March 12, 2009

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