Electrical impulses course through our heart and keep it beating. That's why a jolt from an automated external defibrillator can boost it back into action if the beating stops. But new research says there may be more to keeping a heart beating than just electrical impulses.
Several years ago, I moved to Brooklyn, New York, just outside a Spanish neighborhood. It was here that I was introduced to chayote. Fast-forward to present day: I live in Los Angeles and buy several chayote squash a week to cook with—yes, I said several. It's so versatile and healthy! For the uninitiated, chayote (chai-YOH-tee) is a light green squash shaped like a pear originating from central Mexico. Although it's considered a fruit, chayote is a member of the Cucurbitaceous (gourd) family...
Granola bars are the perfect snack to have around: they're tasty, not messy, have nutritional value, are filling, and don't go stale quickly.
Hairstylists often recommend that you don't wash your hair more than three or four times a week, since the natural hair oils will help maintain hair moisture and keep strands strong and healthy. But any girl who leads an active (read: sweat-inducing) lifestyle knows that second day hair feels greasier than the gulf coast.
The yearly Victoria's Secret Fashion Show is a fashion show unlike any other. Rather than stick thin waifs floating down the runway with "I'm hungry" plastered all over their gaunt faces, Victoria's Secret showcases models with healthy, toned bodies who command the stage with their cheeky and flirty antics.
If you have an ice cream maker and a food processor, you have everything you need to make delicious watermelon sorbet at home. Watch this video to find out exactly how to make this delicious, healthy, mildly alcoholic sorbet recipe.
If your kids have a lot of energy and aren't into sports, it might seem hard to find ways for them to release their energy. This video offers a way. It will teach you how to build an obstacle course in your back yard that will be fun for the kids and keep them healthy and calm.
Dwarf palm trees allow people from all over the world to give their homes tropical flare without moving to the tropics. This video will teach you some tips for maintaining and taking care of your dwarf palm tree so it grows happy and healthy
Staring at computer screens all day means that Americans have worse eyes than ever before. If you want to help our eyes last longer, there are food you can eat to help. This video will give you tips for foods to eat to maintain healthy eyes and good vision.
Not just for coffee anymore, you can use a milk steamer to make a protein-rich breakfast by using it to cook scrambled eggs. Add milk and butter to your eggs, and serve on toast for a healthy way to start your day.
Looking for a healthy whole-food appetizer? In this clip, you'll see how to make delectable veggie wraps using rainbow chard. It's easier than you'd think. So easy, in fact, that this free video cooking lesson can present a complete overview of the process in about five minutes. For more information, including the full recipe, and to get started making chard veggie wraps, watch this video guide.
Wheatgrass is considered to contain many healthy nutrients for the body, but one thing that people can't get away from is the smell and taste. It's not the best tasting thing in the world, but if it's good for your body, then why wouldn't you try it out?
A macrobiotic diet is a healthy way of eating that promotes good digestion and weight loss. In this tutorial, learn all about this diet and why the celebrities love to follow it. If you are considering a healthier lifestyle filled with grains and veggies, this is perfect for you. Check out this clip and consider the option.
Whether you were born with brittle talons or have suffered from cracked, weak nails since you became addicted to sticking on fake nails, a nail strengthener is vital for keeping nails healthy and strong.
In this video, learn a new recipe for Spicy Jicama Fries, which is a fun way to serve jicama, which is a watery, sweet root vegetable. Give this new veggie a try with this quality recipe from the Renegade Health Show. This dish is healthy and tastes great, so why not give it a try? Everyone who tastes it will be asking for seconds for sure!
In this tutorial, learn a great, fast way to get your plants growing. This hydroponic system will keep your plants happy and healthy for much longer than old fashioned planting.
From Gills Fast & Healthy, a video on how to make gravy from chicken or turkey fat or drippings. Get advice from someone who has been in the restaurant and catering business for twenty-five years as a cook and chef. In this video, learn how to make a pan gravy from the fat of a chicken or turkey from chef, Gilbert Boyd.
Nail oil doesn't need to be applied onto bare nails for the tissue to feel the affects. Nail oil will help keep skin healthy, hydrated, and will help the nails grow strong. In this video, Anna also shares some beauty tips for using coconut oil in her routine to keep her skin glowing and her hair shiny. Watch this video beauty tutorial and learn how to use nail and coconut oil.
This video tutorial teaches you about kinesiology also known as muscle testing so that you can test your DNA activation level or whether or not certain foods will be healthy for your body. A kinesiology muscle test will allow you to find out answers to questions about your body that your conscious mind is not aware of but your body does. Watch this instructional video and learn how to practice kinesiology and perform a basic muscle test.
In this how-to video the pair discuss the benefits of various tasty treats, and Danny shows how to make smoked mackerel and chickpea salad. This healthy meals is a real brain booster that will fuel your learning. Watch and learn how easy it is to make smoked mackerel with a chickpea salad.
Spend time in the kitchen with your kids and teach them to eat healthy. This how to video demonstrates how to make a ricotta fruit dips with your kids. All you need for this fruity ricotta dip is your favorite fruit, yogurt, and ricotta cheese.
Turkey meat is not only healthy but it is very versatile. You can turn an old Mexican recipe into a new one by adding a little turkey meat. This how to video shows you how to cook Mexican style turkey fajitas. It is a great way to cook all gaming meat this season. Everyone is sure to love this Mexican inspired fajita recipe.
Venison meat is not only healthy but it is very versatile. You can turn classic Japanese recipe into a new one by substituting the meat for venison. This how to video shows you how to cook an oriental style venison teriyaki. It is a great way to cook all the deer gaming meat this season. Everyone is sure to love this Asian inspired venison teriyaki recipe.
Venison meat is not only healthy but it is very versatile. You can turn an old beef jerky recipe into a new one by venison meat instead. This how to video shows you how to make venison jerky. It is a great way to make gaming meat last a little bit longer.
Basil is full of nutrition and flavor. It can be a powerful part of a healthy diet. Basil is full of flavor and reduces the need for salt.
Vegan meals are not only healthy to prepare, but they are super easy and delicious. This how to video demonstrates how to make a tofu cajun salad vegan style. It is a mouth watering, simple dish, served up with out any meat. Watch and learn what you will need to make a vegan cajun tofu salad.
In this tutorial cooking video, Chef Brian prepares a classic french recipe "Ratatouille". This eggplant recipe is quick, easy and quite healthy.
You don't have to stop your daily yoga routine during pregnancy. Our nine month pregnant host demonstrates how to do a few sitting and standing yoga poses. This yoga routine for pregnant moms will help you and your baby stay healthy throughout the nine months.
Healthy, shiny hair is just an avocado away. In this tutorial, Roni Proter, host of Simply Beautiful, shows you how to make a conditioning hair mask using ingredients at home. All you need is some honey and a ripe avocado. Watch this how to video and you will have stronger, silkier hair in no time.
This tutorial video will teach you the proper manner in which to prune a Japanese Maple tree. Keeping your Japanese Maple properly pruned is an important part of keeping them healthy.
This how to video shows you how to make a quick healthy snack in the microwave. It's quick and easy and only requires a yam, plastic wrap and a microwave. Yams contain vitamin A, C, B6, potassium and beta carotene.
Watch this how to video as Manjula shows you how to cook up a corn veggie soup. This Indian style recipe makes a great healthy and vegetarian dish.
Dressings and bandages are the basic tools of first aid. The type of dressing and bandages as well as the techniques for applying them will vary. But with the help of this first aid how to video, you will be able to choose and apply the right one to an injured victim. These first aid tips for work are sure to keep your employees healthy and happy.
Burns are an injury to the body that can range from a sunburn to severe tissue damage. Burns are classified by the tissue and surface area affected. This first aid how-to video will show you how to treat a person who has been injured at work. Watch to learn great first aid tips that will keep your workers happy and healthy.
Sometimes the difference between a sprain and a fracture can only be identified with an x-ray. However with the help of this first aid how-to video you will learn to properly treat a sprain. Complete a modified primary survey of the work related accident, access the limb that was injured, and apply ice. These first aid tips will help your workers stay healthy.
Reduce the stress and complications of castration on both farmers and cattle. The Callicrate Bander is a non-surgical and non-chemical way to castrate. This instructional video shows the simple steps for how to castrate livestock with Callicrate Bander, and how to keep the animals healthy and free from tetanus.
This video tutorial gives tips on how to care for a Persian cat. Persian cats have some special needs as compared to other cats, so learn how to keep a Persian cat happy and healthy.
In this how to video, Dr. Tea answers viewer emails about tea preparation and ice teas. Find out how not to get bogged down with when making a healthy pot of tea. He covers steeping time, water temperature, re-steeping, and making iced tea.
Want to keep your buds looking their best? Pruning your roses helps create healthy blooms. Find out the proper way to cut stems to promote growth.
Does your recipe call for ghee, or clarified butter? Watch how easy it is to make this healthy alternative to traditional butter.