Health - 27 February 2007

I have been working out for about 40 days and have dropped 9 lbs.
I basically ride my bike. and do brisk walking. I also do some weight training and stretching . I watch what I eat as well. I was happy to see my pants were a bit loose but my upper body ( arms, back and midsection ) seems to remain the same. People say when you do cardio you lose the fat all over the body but it is not so in my case. What exercise should I do so I can tone up my upper body?

2007-02-27 04:24:18 · 8 answers · asked by LS 1 in Diet & Fitness

I've been taking Advil 200mg ibuprofen capsules almost daily for a little while to deal with annoying headaches. Is this safe to do for extended periods of time or should I find another way to deal?

Also, would acetaminophen (Tylenol/paracetamol) be a safer choice? I know it carries a risk of severe liver damage in high doses, but does it have fewer side effects associated with long term usage?

2007-02-27 04:22:17 · 10 answers · asked by hp_n5495 3 in Other - Health

I am a diabetic so therefore when I bruise, they don't go away for years at a time. If I cut myself while shaving my legs, or possibly get a papercut, it stays there for years (dark spots on my skin). I was wondering if anyone knew of a cream, a very good skin cream (dermatology tested) that removes dark spots over time?

2007-02-27 04:20:32 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in First Aid

I want to lose a few inches off my waist....not necessarily other places, my waist is 30, bust 36, hips 40.....I guess I would be better proportioned if I had a flatter stomach because its kinda big. I do sit ups every day and planning to go to aerobics 3 times a week along with changing my diet to more healthy foods.....

How long will it be b4 i lose between 2 and 4 inches

2007-02-27 04:20:11 · 5 answers · asked by Diamond Princess 2 in Diet & Fitness

Should we brush our teeth twice to three times a day like dentists recommend in Europe or 6 times a day like recommended in Asia?

2007-02-27 04:19:26 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dental

Ok, so i have attention deficit disorder (aka....spacey) I have tried alot of different types of meds, all of which have bad side affects. One gave me the worst dry mouth, one made me loss 10 pounds (im thinking about going back on that one lol ...joking). I work in an office so it is very importain for me to stay on task. Any suggestions??? I dont want to be on any kind of meds... Mabye an herbal treatment?

2007-02-27 04:19:10 · 9 answers · asked by Jewels 2 in Alternative Medicine

my bf daughter just had mono,she was on steriods and antibotics the doctor called last night ,and said she was no longer contigatious ,i thought once you had mono your always contagious,she stills has white patches in her mouth and can't talk to much yet.is there anyway that, i can be tested without any signs of being sick,i need to know before ,i make a trip to see my grandchild,i don't want to pass it on to my newborn grandchild.

2007-02-27 04:19:03 · 4 answers · asked by applepie 1 in Infectious Diseases

Like nestea or leaf teas............. teas like that

2007-02-27 04:18:49 · 14 answers · asked by thenewhorzta 3 in Other - Health

2007-02-27 04:18:08 · 10 answers · asked by jo 1 in Diet & Fitness

I've lost 20 lbs recently, and my stomach is a lot flatter, but it still has some wrinkles/dimples from when I was bigger. Is there a good way to get rid of them, or will they go away with time?

Thanks for your help!

2007-02-27 04:15:35 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

I have a really dry scalp that is constantly flaking off and making me feel very self-concsious. I am sure that it's not dandruff, but I've tried dandruff shampoos anyway to no avail. I have tried rubbing olive oil on my scalp, and that just makes my hair look really greasy, even after rinsing it out, but doesn't solve my dry scalp problem. Does anyone know of a good shampoo or home remedy that can help clear up very dry scalp?

2007-02-27 04:15:19 · 5 answers · asked by morg_rose 1 in Skin Conditions

The back of my leg is super-jelly-like and each time I sit down, it whole thing expands. I really hate it. Is there any kind of exercise to work out the fat there? Its at the back so, kinda hard to work them out.


PLEASE HELP!!

2007-02-27 04:12:12 · 5 answers · asked by Lina 2 in Diet & Fitness

If i do 60 press-ups, 60 sit-ups and 30 minutes worth of jogging, all that every day, would you expect to see a change in body shape in a month?

2007-02-27 04:11:47 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

I'm checking the yellow pages in order to find a dentist and am wondering what the different letters signify. ie, DDS is Doctor of Dental Surgery. Found PLLC after Allied Dentists. What does it mean?

2007-02-27 04:10:40 · 5 answers · asked by Berrnie S 1 in Dental

I have a very large, cyst-like pimple on my face. I've tried many things to get it to go away... toothpaste, topical acne medicine, exfoliating face scrubs, Acne Free face wash, and still seen no real results. I don't think I can afford to go to a dermatologist, does anyone know of a way to get this thing to go away? Today I got quite a bit of "pus" out of it, but it's still inflamed and very red. Is this thing on it's way out, or do I need to go see a doc. about it? Please help!

2007-02-27 04:10:35 · 14 answers · asked by morg_rose 1 in Skin Conditions

2007-02-27 04:10:21 · 14 answers · asked by Lewis M 3 in Mental Health

The dieting habits of young girls is contributing to the rise in mental health issues and what seems like a national trend lately in the need for Psychiatrists and use of psych medications?

We don't promote or advertise health in this country, we vacillate between gluttony and complete and total deprivation and denial.

Girls... Drink water, Take vitamins, get exersize and sleep and if you still need medication... It's probably your medication that is making you nuts! It is getting out of control and it seems to me that people would rather live unhealthy lifestyles and take meds than become healthy without them?

Anyone agree or disagree and why?

2007-02-27 04:09:26 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mental Health

Has anyone here ever had period like bleeding come about a week and a half late while pregnant {I know it's possible, have a whole family history of it} but their tests didn't come up positive until like a week or 2 after the bleeding? then ya didn't have any symptoms until a while after you found out you were pregnant? I had some bleeding a week and a half after I was late, and took a test and I don't know if my mind was playign tricks on me, but there was a faint faint unseeable unless staring at it line. My period was very weird. I am planning on testing again then getting a blood test. Anyone have what I asked? I finished actually bleeding on the 22 or 23 the I was having dark brown heavy spotting til the 24th. Now I am completely done. I tested on Saturday. And yes I know all about time limits and evap lines, cuz I am trying to conceive! Oh and I also had a chemical pregnancy back In August/September.

2007-02-27 04:08:22 · 3 answers · asked by livindead_zombie13 1 in Women's Health

ive tryed gloves! they are always cold!

2007-02-27 04:08:17 · 15 answers · asked by LIL JAY 2 in Injuries

2007-02-27 04:07:30 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - General Health Care

I recently decided to start taking multivitamins but I don't know if I should take them before going to bed or after a meal. Any sugestions?

2007-02-27 04:07:09 · 6 answers · asked by Jazzy 1 in Diet & Fitness

only natural ways

2007-02-27 04:06:56 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

only natural ways

2007-02-27 04:06:15 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

alright i mean yeah i smoke my share but damn this kid is out of control i mean he went through like half a pound in a few days

2007-02-27 04:06:06 · 19 answers · asked by Oyyy 1 in Men's Health

2007-02-27 04:06:01 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dental

anyone had external piles,whats the treatment

2007-02-27 04:03:41 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

2007-02-27 04:03:35 · 3 answers · asked by George O 1 in Dental

during sexual relations it feels good and through oral stimulation I reach a point where I can't take it any more becuase it feels so good and make my partner stop but I have never reached a climax where the good feeling has built up and exploded and now it is over. I have never reached a point where I can honestly say I have had an orgasm or maybe it is just over rated and I didn't realize I had one. can anyone help me out? what can I do to possibly have one what should it feel like...is there something wrong with me?

2007-02-27 04:03:22 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Women's Health

Also, any idea what causes them?

2007-02-27 04:00:48 · 3 answers · asked by rockout 2 in Other - Health

2007-02-27 04:00:38 · 6 answers · asked by bandit d 1 in Other - Diseases