Ladies and Gentleman, I am putting my foot down. Last night at about 11pm, I sat on the couch mindlessly staring at the tube, as my boyfriend was fidgeting in the kitchen. After a few minutes, he emerged from the door…

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: a combination of several diseases; an incurable, life-threatening, lifelong illness. It is my diagnosis. My name is Michelle Cho and I am 19 years old. I have been diagnosed with a severe…

Today I heard a vicious rumor that one of the dining spots on my college campus is currently testing their food products for gonorrhea. Now, I'm not sure how true this is - and I'm praying to the Health Gods that it is…

There are strange things we always think they aren’t healthy or even are harmful. But recent research often de-bunk the world of an ancient health myths. 1. Chocolate Is Good For Teeth Studies have found that choco…

Yoga is becoming a more and more popular activity in the Western world today. The number of places holding Yoga classes is on the increase and there is a plethora of different types of Yoga. With a choice of Hatha Yog…

I know people way older than 40 that don't have the numerous issues I have. For as long as I can remember, I have always been having health problems. For being the person in my group of friends that was never sick I s…

Have you ever been offered any kind of illegal drug? If so, what kind of drug was it?

I'm 15 years old and dealing with acne on my upper back and shoulders. It's not that bad, but it's enough to bother me, and I'm self-conscious. I get it mainly on my shoulders and right below my neck, but I occasiona…

Being concerned with the causes of childhood obesity is a very good idea for any parent. It's only when you recognize the true causes of this condition that you can truly work toward fixing it. . Dismissing the situ…

I'm beginning to understand why people develop eating disorders.  No, I do not have one - I enjoy food too much - but I'm beginning to see how it happens. You see, I have lost approximately 15 pounds since October.  Wh…

Yesterday someone asked me what the favorite physical feature of myself was. It caught me off guard considering no one had ever asked me that. I couldn't honestly answer the question. I don't really have a feature…

 What's your favorite, healthy summer snack?

Do you think you know the life? Do you think you know what is better for your health and what isn’t? Find out how this man will explain everything about common health misconceptions. Please don’t laugh so loud, sav…

I normally eat a late lunch because I tend to eat a late breakfast. I'm seriously in the mood for steak, I don't know. All I can picture is this steakhouse I loved going to when I was in college. If you could eat…

What is the best way to relax after a long and hard day?

Recently, I was talking to my friend while eating fruit snacks. She read the label and it said 80 calories per serving. She also wondered if anyone ever reads the label on the packages and actually does the math. S…

People go to music concerts for many reasons. Some people watch concerts to support their favorite music idols, others go to concerts to have fun with friends, while others watch concerts to enjoy music. But for w…

Do you wear sunglasses during the summer months?

Has Google ever suggested something to you that was out of the ordinary? Picture from Digg

1. Soft Cheese I am the ultimate cheese lover! Brie, Camembert, blue cheese, or any other soft cheeses are always the ones that I go for whenever I'm stumped for a snack. They are just cheesy yummy when the soft te…

If you're hoping to lose fat, there's a pretty good chance you've tried a lot of methods. Unfortunately, the vast majority of people who are unhappy with their bodies don't succeed in their fat loss goals. That'…

What time do you fall asleep? Do you get more than 8 hour of sleep?

One of the main principles - the main principle, it could be argued - of Jillian Michael's book Master Your Metabolism that has so engrossed me as of late revolves around the admonition to go organic. She advises you…

I am new to this whole weight loss thing and right now I don't know if I like it. I lost about 20 pounds since January. While this is all great and all but I don't like how the weight is coming off. What's my problem wi…

A reader, who wished to remain anonymous, sent us their recommendation for a great way to eat yogurt without a spoon: Drinkable Yogurt! I'd always been the one in the family to purchase yogurt; I know how good it is i…

If you don't believe in your horoscope for detecting your love or life troubles, check out your health horoscope (provided by AOL Health). It could even predict what health problems you'll be facing in the future.Arie…

The recommended amount of exercise determined by fitness gurus and physicians is 30 minutes to 1 hour per day. This may be more than you have time for, especially if your job is demanding or you have children. Ident…

What's the healthiest food you've had all week?

I'm the kind of person who holds my anger in - I don't let little things get to me often, and it really takes a lot for me to say something to a person if they've done wrong by me. However, I know tons of people who spe…

Happy Earth Day, Healthkickers!Although some people may not care about Earth Day, Ms. Energy Drink is a serious go-Green advocate. I currently am sitting in an apartment that is not using any energy except to run my la…

Today is Earth Day but some people just don't care: Do you really care about Earth Day or is it just another day for you? What do you do to help save the environment?

According to this article I read, the increase in nearsightedness may be due to lack of exposure to sunlight.Doctors say that "the time children spend outdoors is the critical factor" to the health of a child's eyes.App…

Everyone wonders how all those Hollywood celebrities diet and maintain their weight. Sometimes they do look good for the camera. However there are many times they look sickly and ill. No matter how they brand thei…

I got to see this costume up close! My fave part: the piano, also filled with bubbles. And her playing said piano with her clear plastic stripper stiletto. Oh yeah, the singing was fab too. For those of you who think I…

Has anyone else realized, as you get older, you can't stand sweet food? I never thought it would happen to me, but it has. Here's a perfect example: for my birthday this past Monday, my mom got a big, fat buttercr…

Here's an old video of Jim Carey making fun of body building women: Do you think female body builders look disgusting? Should women habe more muscle than their male counterpart?

Health.com partnered with MSN recently released 25 Things You Didn't Know About Your Body And Health, a healthy version of the popular Facebook chain. We decided to show you 7 we found interesting. You can check…

I'm not ambivalent about having abdominal muscles - I'm much obliged to mine to for holding me upright lo these 30 years - but rather I'm ambivalent about doing ab work. I rediscovered my ab issues today during Sharing…

Many if not most of us have heard of the damaging chemicals in traditional shampoo and conditioner. Most shampoos contains SLS, which gives you lather. It's also a carcinogen, which means it can cause cancer. This is…

The past 3 weeks I’ve been drinking red wine because of its ability to prevent heart attacks, and lower bad cholesterol (LDL). I bought a case of different wine from a friend's liquor store/ I’ve never been a bi…

You can trust your eyes. Usually. But marketing campaigns are turning our primary sense on its head. Take, for example, this bus stop in The Netherlands where taking a rest on a harmless-looking bench could get you a lot…

Do you think drug addiction and alcoholism are diseases? Why or why not?

This is a message from a healthkicker reader: Recently in school, some skinny girls have been complaining about being fat. They're not girls with any disorders or anything like that. They eat regularly but are…

Puppies! Kittehs! Dancing rainbows! You know I still have a soft spot for Lisa Frank. Here is your homework assignment: You are given a Lisa Frank-esque rainbow with six colors (unicorns optional); you are to cut out t…

I’ve been hearing a lot trash talk about alcohol recently and all the horrible things it can do for your health. So in protest I’ve decided to write an article about how awesome alcohol is and why you should keep dri…

In a previous article titled, "Ten Things to Get Rid of From Your Kitchen," I noticed, along with everyone else, that no explanations were given for each item, and I was confused at what I saw. So, I've decided to…

Hypothetically speaking, if you couldn't gain weight, what's the one food you would have every single day?

Efficient food production in the world's top economies has caused a glut of quick, irresistible food that's more often than not cheap and loaded with calories. Fast food tends to be unbalanced and is deficient in fi…

I'm one of the most healthiest people among my family and friend but occasionally when I see a McDonald's ad, I get excited to get one. But when I get the actual product it looks nothing like the product I saw on TV. As…

Here's 10 things to get rid from your kitchen to be healthier: 1. Table Salt 2. Artificial Sweeteners

People have been trying different types of health diets since, well... forever. Here's a few fads used over the years that are a little out there: 1. Tapeworm diet: You basically ingest a bunch of tapeworm pills…

If you look very closely, you can see that the Obamas prefer their water with a slice of lemon AND a straw. Also, they may like condiments. Source Ever feel like everyone is watching what you eat? Well perhaps, it's bec…

Remember David, the young boy who was high after a trip to the dentist? Well looks like he might have a sister: Cute Girl Talking Crazy on Pain Meds - Watch more Funny Videos Ever seen anyone just go crazy while o…

What are some foods you eat that provides an extra boost of energy?

There have been occasions, writing this blog, where I've put up a post that I later regretted. And no, it probably isn't the ones you are thinking of. I do not regret any of the things I've written about my sexual assau…

Male or female - Do you carry condoms with you at all times? http://healthkicker.com

Here's an old Pepsi ad I found while browsing YouTube featuring Alfonso Ribiero aka Carlton Banks and Michael Jackson: After watching Michael Jackson promote Pepsi, do you hate the brand ever more now?

AOL Health this week claims that Ruby Tuesday's veggie burger is packed with calories and sodium. "One innocent-looking offender? The veggie burger from Ruby Tuesday's. The (small) patty packs more than 1,000 calo…

One of our healthkicker readers sent us this message: Would you ever consider pole dancing as a form of exercise? http://healthkicker.com

These next videos have been making the rounds online. This was sent to me by a fellow co-worker. I have to say, it's pretty disgusting what these employees did. Take a look:

Check out Billy Mays here. He's still pretty entertaining even when he's ordering food: Watch Billy Mays Orders Breakfast at the Drive-thru and more funny videos on CollegeHumor Doesn't he seem a little too excited to…

This is a message sent to us from a Healthkicker reader: I'm an Asian female having a hard time gaining weight. I've tried all different types of things from eating extra carbs to protein drinks. Nothing has work…

Do you want to lose fat? Have you tried different diets and failed consistently? If you answered yes to these questions, you are in good company. There are a lot of people who have been trying fat loss diets over…

Do you wash your face every morning and night?

This is a message sent to us from one our readers: Everyone at school asks me why I don't get acne. I keep telling them, I don't know. There isn't anything special I do. I use the Dove, non perfume, bar soap to…

There are many good reasons to hire a personal trainer but are their looks one of them? Paul "PJ" James, a personal trainer in Australia, wants to find out by going from "hunk to chunk" and back again in an effort to…

All this ultra-Vegan wanted to do was express her love for Tofu... and the D.M.V. decided not to let her personalize her own license plate over it. Do you know other hardcore Vegans that have expressed their devotion…

Some health news seem informative and interesting, but I think that things are just a little out of hand. New studies and research are pointing towards believing that vegetarianism is a new teen eating disorder-fad.…

Have exercise misconceptions prevented you from starting an exercise program? Clear up any confusion and let these exercise tips improve your workout routine. Hopefully none of these common exercise myths, mistakes…

I've recently seen a lot of news about the first and second successful face transplant surgeries. More recently, the second transplant was given to a man who lost many of his major bone structures due to injury. Bon…

In your opinion, what is the most difficult addiction to overcome? http://healthkicker.com

The only difference between Disney Eggs and regular eggs is the addition of a tiny stamp of a character on the shell that you're just going to throw out anyway. They cost on average is $.50-70 cents more than a normal,…

Ice cream has always been an unreachable temptation of mine. As a child, my neighborhood had banned ice cream trucks from entering, causing me to pout and mope everytime I heard the ice cream truck (link for my tear-…

When was the last time you went to the dentist? Did you have any cavities? http://healthkicker.com

I first heard about this therapeutic treatment while watching a travel show the other night. Four friends were making a documentary of their trip to Asia, and they were all partaking in a cultural event - some were even…

I heard the pistol, but I was calm. My body was ready for this. There was no more time for walking away. I ran slowly at first, until I could stretch my legs out in front of me and feel my feet pushing off the pa…

Branching out beyond the adorable-yet-small-thinking tiny tots with their eyes all aglow crowd, Santa Claus made a pit stop at the YMCA this year. In an effort to reach an older and more lucrative crowd, while coal was…

Not just any form of mass transportation, mind you. Italian students have given up their parents driving them to school in a car and have opted for the new mass transportation system - a piedibus. Literally translat…

This is a message sent to us from a healthkicker reader. Recently, I've noticed some very underweight people at my school. I don't know if they're on a diet but in the winter time they didn't look underweight. It…

Watch Jason Statham in "Diabetes" and more funny videos on CollegeHumor Would you consider this video a sign of diabetes awareness? Why or why not?

If there's one thing I struggle with the most, it's not the foods I eat, but how much of each food I eat. I don't devour any one thing, but I also think that I'm probably getting too many portions of carbs, and not en…

Here's a few, supposedly funny, anti-smoking commercials. They're not great but seem to be better than those truth commercials: Are these commercials better than the Truth ads?

I don't mean McDonald's and Burger King salads when I talk about the "good" kinds of fast food. Instead, after reading an article from Men's Health, I found out that there are specific foods that will act as speed (a…

Click image to enlarge What's wrong with this picture? The obvious answer, thanks to my Perez-style arrows (which is why you will never have to worry about me photoshopping anything on this site), is that this "healt…

Condoms are a huge deal. It's one of the safer methods when having sex. To help people remember this, here's a funny song and video: Do you use a condom every time? http://healthkicker.com

Usually I get fat free or low fat foods, then I say that I'm on a diet. What people don't understand is that people go on specific diets, not just to lose weight. I told me dad to get fat free milk and he said to me:…

In what I think may be the most poignant picture of the obesity epidemic, it was reported that 3 out of 4 military-age Americans are unfit for service. The reason? They surpass the weight and/or body fat percentage…

Would you ever consider alternative medicine, if traditional medicine did not work or do you think traditional medicine is the only way? http://healthkicker.com

Look, as dudes, whether we admit it or not, we kind of want to have a sweet bod that chicks and, for some of us, other dudes will drool over. Girls, I know you say you like a sensitive guy with a sense of humor and…

Your internal clock, or circadian rhythm, is closely connected to many forms of insomnia. Contrary to popular belief, circadian rhythm has more to do with the levels of light than the time of day. This internal cl…

A Healthkicker reader sent us this message: Would you describe depression as driving through the rain without windshield wipers? http://healthkicker.com

1. Ideal time for a power nap is between 2.00 pm and 4.00 pm, just after lunch. 2. To benefit the most from your power nap make sure that your sleep is without any disruptions. Switch off your mobile. 3. Put the alarm…

I have had a little acne for a while but it is not going away! I have tried everything and the only thing that works is a certain face wash I have, but I still have some acne that won't go away with anything. I don't ha…

Let me start by setting something straight: I do not have an eating disorder. My meals are not followed up by a trip to the porcleain God, and they do not occur few and far between. I eat my meals regularly, enjoy them,…

I feel good, like I know that I should. And eating certain foods can make you feel even better. Here’s some suggestions from registered dietician Keri Glassman of KKG Body Fuel in New York City. For more energy 1. Water…

Rihanna - she of the battered by Chris Brown fame (What? She's a singer too??) - recently got some new ink done: Lots of people are questioning the aesthetics of the tiny tattoos but even more are asking what it all m…

What's the worst injury (deep cut, bruise, broken bone, etc) you've ever had? How did it happen? http://healthkicker.com

I like when the fast food industry comes out with new, healthier versions of their tasty, seriously unhealthy foods. When McDonald's came out with their Snack Wraps line, I was giddy at the idea of getting a chicken w…

A message from one of our healthkicker readers:I've been smoking cigarettes for 7 years and I've been smoke free for about 3 weeks but I'm really struggling! I'm very moody, I can't stop eating...

The Gallon Challenge (sites here and here, along with many others) is one of the dumbest, but most entertaining wastes of times invented by bored high school boys with video cameras and waaay too much time one their…

Healthkicker readers, you can now find us on Facebook. Yes, for those of you who are on Facebook throughout the day, become a fan and keep up with updates, links. You can leave comments or add links to the page. Find…

Freegansim (official site here) is the newest movement of environmental extremism, and Freegans around the country are growing fast. Basically, Freegans choose to only eat, and use, what people give away, or what they f…