April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
When a woman receives a breast cancer diagnosis, a variety of treatment options are available to her. Surgery is typically the first treatment doctors turn to, and many types of surgery exist. The type of surgery the doctor performs depends…
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Medroxyprogesterone acetate, a derivative of progesterone, is the active ingredient in a popular brand of injectable contraception, explains Drugs.com. This form of contraceptive is effective in preventing pregnancy because it can suppress the release of an egg by the ovaries…
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April 17, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Your golf swing plane is the path your club follows as you bring the club away from the ball in your backswing and then down and forward through impact. All golfers experience errant shots when they deviate from their natural…
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Everyone sometimes needs a safe harbor from the stresses of the day. Melinda Wenner, a science writer for “Scientific American” magazine, reports that stress can blunt the potency of flu shots, slow healing of wounds and injuries and severely trouble…
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April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Lyme disease is an inflammatory disease caused by infection with the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi. The bacteria that cause the disease are transmitted to humans through a bite by the black-legged tick, commonly called a deer tick. According to the American…
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April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Cow’s milk is a primary source of dairy in the United States, and it is the No. 1 food allergy in infants, according to the United Kingdom Dairy Council. However, cow’s milk is dissimilar from human milk in protein and…
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The appearance of a rash on a child’s face, while disquieting, is seldom cause for an urgent visit to the doctor. Most commonly, a rash on the face signifies some type of viral infection, according to AskDrSears.com. Even minor skin…
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Epilepsy is a brain disorder where a person experiences chronic recurring seizures characterized by abnormal electrical activity in the brain, which can have detrimental physical and mental results, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. The Mayo Clinic adds…
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April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Depression is one of the most common mental health problems affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. According to the American Psychiatric Association, up to 25 percent of the population will suffer from a depressive disorder at some point over…
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In both men and women, the basic function of the abdominal muscles is to tilt the chest and pelvis toward each other. But certain exercises are better for men or women. According to “Strength Training Anatomy,” sit-ups without a partner…
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April 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Fine, dark wrinkles around the eyes, popularly known as “crow’s feet,” are usually the first wrinkles that will appear on a person’s face, according to dermatologist Debra Price, M.D., clinical assistant professor of dermatology at the University of Miami…
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April 17, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview A flour tortilla is a type of unleavened flatbread made from wheat flour. It is a staple in Mexico and the southwestern United States, where it is a component of burritos, enchiladas and tacos. The nutrition of a flour…
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April 17, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview The pursuit of a healthy lifestyle is often derailed by an unbalanced diet. Eating an unbalanced diet means that you will be lacking certain minerals, vitamins and nutrients that are essential to your well-being. Following an unbalanced meal plan…
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April 17, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview When looking at all-natural supplements, one stands out from the pack for its usual job of packing the punch into a familiar fuzzy beverage–beer. Brewer’s yeast, a nutritional supplement, offers vitamins and minerals in powder, tablet or liquid forms….
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April 17, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Two of the largest and most successful mountain bike brands in existence, Trek and Specialized are also rivals in the highly competitive mountain bike market. Both companies manufacture excellent bikes and have similar product lines. Hardtails Although many mountain…
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April 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview The benefits of deep tissue massage go far beyond the luxurious sensations and relief of tired and sore muscles. In addition to soothing your stiff neck or aching back, deep tissue massage may improve postural alignment issues, increase blood…
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April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Chronic heart disease, the number one killer in the United States, is responsible for more than 40 percent of all deaths, according to the Mayo Clinic. Chronic heart disease, or cardiovascular disease, describes a wide array of diseases that affect…
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April 17, 2015 Sports & Recreation
You can spend hours on the driving range watching shots project errantly to the left and right while trying to remember all of the swing tips that you have ever heard and never hit a straight shot. A training tool…
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April 17, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Cycling is an increasingly popular sport, offering cardiovascular benefits similar to exercise such as running without the high-impact aspect that causes joint pain. Road cycling involves biking on streets, so road bicycles are made specifically for smooth surfaces such…
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April 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview The National Institutes of Health characterizes wrinkles as a natural sign of aging. They develop as a result of thinning skin coupled with the loss of elastin, collagen and fat under the epidermis. These factors contribute to the aging…
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April 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid derived from sugarcane that can be used in a variety of facial products to treat acne. Because those with acne experience pores clogged with excess oil, dead skin cells and bacteria, glycolic…
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April 17, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
When traditional drugs begin to fail, doctors and scientists often return to natural remedies to look for new answers. This is true in the case of tea tree oil. Bacterial infections like MRSA have proven tricky for doctors to cure…
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April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine, better known as SAMe, is used for a variety of health concerns. These include depression, osteoarthritis, premenstrual and musculoskeletal disorders, psychiatric illnesses, liver concerns and infertility, according to the Mayo Clinic. SAMe has proven well-tolerated in most clinical trials,…
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April 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Sensitive skin reacts to foreign substances more easily than does normal skin. For a person with sensitive skin, treating acne blemishes takes special care and consideration. In some cases, a visit to a dermatologist may be in order if the…
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April 17, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Often marketed to older adults and those with arthritis, water provides an ideal environment for exercise that is easy on the joints. While aerobic water exercise is excellent for these individuals, other exercisers should not overlook it. Exercising in the…
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April 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview According to Dr. Eric F. Bernstein, an associate professor at University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, even though existing acne scars cannot get worse, not treating an active case of acne may lead to more scarring. When you scratch…
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The kriyas, or yoga exercises, are the heart of the kundalini and kriya yoga practice. Kundalini Yoga, as taught by Guru Yogi Bhajan, begins with chanting and pranayama (warm up breathing exercises), followed by 30 to 45 minutes of kriyas….
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April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview In a nephrectomy, all or part of a kidney is removed due to cancer, disease or injury. Among other things, a modified diet is important in postoperative care. Blood pressure, electrolytes and fluid balance are monitored in the hospital…
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Pumping your breasts is a way to give your baby all of the benefits of breast milk while allowing someone else to have the responsibility of feeding the baby. You can pump fresh milk into a bottle to give to…
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Overview Brushing your teeth is one of the most basic activities of your day. Apart from giving you a pretty set of pearly whites, brushing plays a significant role in maintaining oral health. Good dental hygiene, which includes brushing your…
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