Sciatica is a specific type of nerve pain. More often than not, this pain starts in the lower back, but it can radiate throughout your whole leg as well. Even though sciatica can become chronic after a while, it also can come in the shape of acute pain since it’s not present all the time. …
If you wear normal prescription glasses as most Americans do, then snorkeling with your glasses can be a bit complicated. This is because your glasses are likely to fog up and the snorkel mask may also squish your glasses closer to your face and this may be very uncomfortable. There’s no doubt that one of …
When my elder daughter went to kindergarten, she got a chance to learn rollerblading. She was so excited and happy about it. She even imagined how cool she would be when gliding through the town and streets. However, she was upset and frustrated after the skating class for many reasons. Finally, my 5-year-old girl took …
We all want to be tall. Well, this is because being tall is often associated with strength and handsomeness. This is exactly why many of us always dream of becoming tall even if it means adding a few extra inches. Unfortunately, there are a lot of myths that surround the topic of how to become …
Skateboarding is a favorite sport for millions of people all around the world. Are you one of them? You might have heard many things about maintaining balance, performing tricks, and other technical aspects of skateboarding. Is there a weight limit for skateboarding? If yes, what is the weight limit a skateboard can hold? If you …
Just found out that you’re pregnant? Congratulations! However, while caring for your physical health when pregnant is important (at times exhausting), most mothers (or mothers to be) often forget about their mental health. Some remember and make sure to go out and have fun in amusement parks and other recreational facilities, but doing so can …
You’re lounging by the pool, a cold drink in your hand, and indeed the smell of sunscreen in the air. You chose to dive to cool off just after sweating in the sun. It may well lure you to just lay out in the sun to air dry after taking a dip and save the …
Large wounds and those that take long to heal may require stitches. Stitches or sutures help the wound heal faster and prevent post contamination from external objects. The type and size of the stitches you need largely depend on the location and severity of the wound. If you know anything about sutures, it’s probably that …
On a steamy, muggy day, there are no other more refreshing activities than swimming in a pool or lake. However, it can raise your risk of contracting an eye problem from polluted water. Bacteria, viruses, or other microbes in water can result in eye infections. Conjunctivitis, also known as “pink eye,” is the most common …
Certain exercises such as the ones with low impact are beneficial during pregnancy. And, the good news is that snorkeling isn’t just low impact, you can do it in a comfortable weightless condition. I always loved to explore the underwater world. But when I conceived, one question bugged me often. “Can I go snorkeling while …
