According to the National Institute on Aging, older adults should exercise daily. This exercise can be in the form of cardiovascular exercise or strength training. Seniors have physical limitations because of a lifetime of wear and tear on the joints,…
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April 3, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
1. First, Ensure Your Safety Violence is often an element in an addictive relationship. If this is the case, or if you have any concerns that your partner may become violent when you try to leave, take steps to ensure…
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The more physically fit you are, the slower your heart rate–the less often your heart contracts to circulate blood throughout your body. Beyond fitness, however, many other things influence the rate of your hear, making the heart accelerate into a…
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April 3, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Acne is a frustrating skin condition that millions of Americans experience. While it is most common in teenagers, even adults experience acne from time to time. The American Academy of Dermatology states that fluctuating hormone levels are often to blame…
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Good muscular endurance provides several benefits. Muscular endurance is the ability to use a muscle for a long time period against light resistance. You can build muscular endurance by weight training with a high number of repetitions and a light…
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Exercise balls have become the tool of choice for improving core strength and balance, increasing flexibility, and reducing injuries to the neck and spine. Exercise balls challenge you to work harder by placing your body in a continuous state of…
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April 3, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Being a young woman can be stressful because there are so many changes occurring in the woman’s body and in the woman’s life. From the ages of 13 to 25, women go through many life events, such as changing schools,…
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The exercise or stability ball is a great tool for sculpting and toning your muscles. The ball offers beginning to advanced workout enthusiasts a wide variety of exercises which you can do in a small space at home. Exercises that…
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Rose is one of the most complex essential oils. Patrica Davis states in her book “Aromatherapy: An A-Z” that there are more than 300 known constituents of rose essential oil, which account for 86 percent of the oil as a…
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Overview Biking, whether recreationally or for the purpose of a workout, is a great way to get effective cardio exercise. It’s a flexible activity that can work for almost everyone with basic mobility, as the biker can control how fast…
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Family communication is essential to keep the family together in a healthy and loving way. According to Ramon Zabriskie, a researcher at BYU, sharing leisure time strengthens adaptability and closeness in families. The activities may be formal and planned or…
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The arms consist of three major muscle groups: biceps, triceps and forearms. In order to build solid arms, you’ll need exercises that target all of these groups. Weight training is the most effective way to build muscle, and there are…
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April 3, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview People who have asthma have airways that become narrow and inflamed. Symptoms of an asthma attack include wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath and tightness in the chest. According to the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, more than 22…
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April 3, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Pimples originate in pores in the skin. Pores contain cells that produce hair and glands that secrete oil called sebum. The body is covered in skin pores that are susceptible to becoming clogged with dirt, oil and bacteria, which causes…
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Overview The adrenal glands are located at the top of each kidney. There are two parts: the medulla, which secretes the neurotransmitters norepinephrine, epinephrine and dopamine, and the cortex, which secrets glucocorticoids (cortisol), mineralcorticoids and androgens (sex hormones). Combined, these…
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April 3, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Rugby is a physically challenging team sport, which involves running, passing and kicking. Although it is similar to American football, there are significant differences in the rules which make rugby a very unique game. Logistics A rugby field is approximately…
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1. Make Them Feel Important Elderly people like to reminisce about their youth and experiences. Rather than ignoring their stories or dismissing them as redundant, take time out of your day to sit down and listen. It will make them…
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April 3, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Establishing healthy eating habits early can help reduce your child’s risks for becoming overweight, obese or developing related diseases later in life. Unfortunately, busy lifestyles and schedules can erode a parent’s best efforts. But by sticking with some basic nutritional…
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Dilantin is an anti-convulsant or anti-seizure medication that has been used to treat epilepsy since 1938. It works on the cerebral cortex to reduce the strength and speed of electrical discharges in the motor region of the cortex, helping to…
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April 3, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview If your hair stands on end during cold, winter days, your hair may have conducted static electricity. Static electricity creates flyaway hair when the weather is particularly dry, and no amount of brushing or styling will reduce the problem….
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April 3, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Marijuana addiction treatment can be done on an inpatient or outpatient basis. Inpatient care offers time away from the substance while skills are being built in order to face the temptations of abstinence from the drug. Outpatient treatments offer the…
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April 3, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview As you age, your skin goes through many changes, such as wrinkles, age spots and thinning. The skin loses the fatty layers that protect tissue from injury, while collagen fiber production decreases. This results in thinner skin that is…
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April 3, 2015 Sports & Recreation
If you’re looking for a workout that will get your heart pumping and your feet moving, aerobics classes fit the bill. Classes are a great alternative to working out on your own, as the class dynamic can be a great…
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April 3, 2015 Weight Management
Heart rate, blood pressure, weight, time in a 5k run or pounds you can bench press–fitness and health have lots of numbers. Fitness professionals and exercisers both rely on subjective measures–like how you feel working out–and objective measures–numbers–to track fitness…
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Overview Torn abdominal muscles are also referred to as sprains and involve tearing of the supporting muscle fibers. This causes pain, inflammation and weakness and is usually due to improper movement during workouts or lifting of heavy objects. To repair…
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April 3, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Women are always searching for new ways to eliminate lines and wrinkles. For years, Botox has been touted as a safe and effective tool. But has it found a new use—as a lip plumper? While Botox may not actually…
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April 3, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
There are plenty of reasons to make your own skincare products at home: You can ensure the quality of the ingredients; save money; reduce packaging waste; and get creative with your own blends. Homemade skin care products also make great…
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April 3, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Leg cramps can bring your workout to a sudden, painful stop. Fortunately, most people can avoid experiencing leg cramps while running by taking precautions before their workout begins. Leg cramps are normally the result of fatigue, dehydration or electrolyte…
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April 3, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Removing a blackhead without causing pain or infection requires a bit of finesse. It also takes a commitment to backing off once the job is finished. Continuing to pick at or squeezing the skin after removing the plug can…
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April 3, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview A romantic foot massage can be the perfect way to enhance intimacy. Erasing tension and lowering the barriers between two people is often difficult. Soft music, a hint of flowers in the air and a few sensual massage techniques…
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