Several household cleaning products contain lye (also known as sodium hydroxide). It is considered an alkaline and has a caustic quality. It causes fat and other sticky substances to dissolve; unfortunately, it tends to disintegrate other surfaces too (including human skin!) and should be handled...
Kidney stones are hard solid masses that form in the kidneys. These masses are also called calculi and result from the conglomeration of mineral deposits. Another term for kidney stones is ureterolithiasis. There are various kinds of kidney stones, depending on the cause of their formation....
Nowdays, criminals are being accused of and convicted of crimes because of the astonishingly powerful and increasingly versatile personal computer. Police and authorities are finding more and more ways to prove criminal activity simply by analyzing the contents of digitized information recovered from the computer of the accused.
Misandry derives from the Greek word "misos" meaning hatred and "aner" or "andros" meaning men. Misandry is the absolute hatred of men or boys originating as early as early Greek literature and is the basis of feminism. Warren Farrell adequately addresses the topic of misandry in his 1999 book...
Vitiligo is caused by skin patches losing or not producing melanin. Melanin is the pigment that gives skin color. It is not a major health problem, but can deteriorate into skin cancer for some people, especially if the affected skin is repeatedly exposed to sunlight which burns the skin. Various...
A decade long study and massive amounts of research has shown a link between good workouts and music. In fact, based upon conclusions by Costas Karageorghis from London's Brunel University, music has proven to actually improve the quality of a workout. In a review of the data, Karageroghis stated...
Labia minora are actually skin folds found in the inner part of the female vulva just below the clitoris. It’s normal color ranges from light to dark pink, brown, purple or dark brown. However, changes in color, itching, or redness may be an indicator of a disorder and must be checked right away....
Oprah Winfrey has legions of faithful followers across the country, but they’d do well to keep a careful eye out as they tread the trail that Oprah blazes: the aftermath of her “good works” and “good judgment” is sometimes messy—and even dangerous. Recent news reports have warned of the dangers...
Treadmills are an excellent way to improve the fitness and health of beginners to advanced athletes. They provide a safe and comfortable way to get an intense jogging or walking workout that is easier on the joints. While treadmills are a good choice for anyone interested in exercising, they come...
An oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico is threatening the U.S. coast. Petty Officer 2nd Class of the U.S. Coast Guard, Prentice Danner reported that the Coast Guard has placed fire resistant containment booms along the shores of Louisiana to thwart the oil spill. The Coast Guard is uncertain how far...
