Author Archive: Contributor
Contributor
April 3, 2015
Sports & Recreation
Scuba diving is one of the best ways to explore the underwater world. It’s like going to an aquarium while having a chance to interact with the animals. Marine life is not shy—they are even curious about humans—and a scuba…
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April 3, 2015
Sports & Recreation
Bicycles for kids are sized differently than for adults. Adult bike sizes are determined by seat height and frame size. Children’s bike sizes, on the other hand, are determined solely by the diameter of the wheel. Consider a few factors…
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April 3, 2015
Fitness
To be successful at bodybuilding, you need dedication, hard work and willpower. Even when these three attributes are in place, however, results can be hard to come by. If your progress has stalled, take the time to examine your program….
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April 3, 2015
Living Well
It is not often that the herb flavoring your roasted chicken dinner or potatoes has been utilized for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. Used for its healing benefits since ancient Greek times, essential rosemary oil is widely utilized in…
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April 3, 2015
Diet & Nutrition
Overview Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) is a flowering plant that can be used medicinally for a wide range of ailments. The dried leaves of the feverfew plant are taken orally to treat gastrointestinal complaints, menstrual abnormalities and migraine headaches, according to…
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April 3, 2015
Health
Dry eyes are caused by numerous factors, including medical conditions such as diabetes and Sjogren’s syndrome, decreased eyelid function and decreased tear production common in those over the age of 40, particularly women who’ve gone through menopause. The American Academy…
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April 3, 2015
Fitness
Aerobic exercise is physical activity that calls on the heart and lungs to work harder to address an increased demand for oxygen. Regular aerobic exercise promotes oxygen flow through the blood and offers multiple benefits. It irrefutably prevents many chronic…
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April 3, 2015
Weight Management
Overview The fastest way to lose 5 to 10 lb. is by using diet and exercise. The reason for this is that weight loss comes down to calories. If you burn more calories than you consume, you’re going to lose…
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April 3, 2015
Skincare & Beauty
Overview A blackhead occurs when a plug forms in the opening to a hair follicle. Each hair follicle contains a gland, called a sebaceous gland, that produces oil. This oil, sebum, provides many beneficial functions, including keeping the skin and…
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April 3, 2015
Sports & Recreation
Basketball is often classified as a noncontact sport, but try telling that to anyone who has tried to get a rebound. There is plenty of contact–especially when neither side has possession of the ball. However, if the offensive team is…
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April 3, 2015
Living Well
Just like adults, children face stressful situations. Stress comes in the form of bullies, schoolwork, insecurities and academic frustrations. According to the Child Study Center at New York University, stress is “the innate reaction to everyday challenges or threats.” Also,…
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April 3, 2015
Living Well
Overview When you desire a new baby and your husband doesn’t share in that dream, you can feel hurt and upset that you don’t have the same goal. A woman who is ready and eager to add to the family…
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April 3, 2015
Living Well
Overview Finding a relative you have lost touch with can be hard, let alone rekindle a relationship. Recent advances in technology such as the Internet, make it more convenient and simple to look for someone you lost in the past….
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April 3, 2015
Sports & Recreation
Overview Soccer is a physically and mentally demanding sport. As a result, a good standard of fitness for players of the game is not just advisable but fairly important. However, getting fit for soccer shouldn’t be seen as too much…
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April 3, 2015
Skincare & Beauty
Overview Hair growth on the body varies from person to person. When it is fine and light in color, it is known as vellus hair. When it is dark and coarse, it is known as terminal hair. People who feel…
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April 3, 2015
Diet & Nutrition
Liquid wheat germ–more commonly called wheat germ oil–is extracted from the embryo of the wheat kernel. It has a higher concentration of vitamin E than almost any other food you can find, making it a valuable source of this nutrient….
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April 3, 2015
Diseases & Health Conditions
Arthritis is a disease that leads to pain and destruction of the joints. There are several forms of arthritis including gout, osteoarthritis and autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. While medications like Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) and opiates can…
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April 3, 2015
Diseases & Health Conditions
A number dermatological treatments and procedures can minimize scars, though it isn’t possible to completely remove them, as the New York Presbyterian Hospital (NYPH) points out. Discuss your options with a dermatologist. The appropriate solutions for removing scars depends on…
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April 3, 2015
Sports & Recreation
The way that you lace up your skate shoes is a distinctive style statement. Skate shoes are sometimes worn for functionality for skating, but others choose to wear them as a fashion statement. No matter the reason that you choose…
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April 3, 2015
Health
Overview Your pulse signals how fast your heart is pumping. The pulse is taken to ensure the heart is functioning properly and is also used as an indicator of general health. The normal pulse rate varies depending on age, but…
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April 3, 2015
Skincare & Beauty
Hair that has been exposed to heat styling and frequent hair coloring may start to feel less like hair and more like straw. By infusing your hair with moisture, your hair will be shinier, more manageable and less susceptible to…
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April 3, 2015
Diseases & Health Conditions
1. Cognitive Therapy Curbs the Obsessions Cognitive behavior therapy plays a major role in treating Asperger’s syndrome in adults. It is most useful in helping people with Asperger’s to relax and broaden their horizons beyond their usual focused interests and…
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April 3, 2015
Diseases & Health Conditions
Breast cancer is a malignant tumor that usually forms in the milk ducts, or in the milk-producing glands of the breast. It is almost exclusively found in women, but men can get breast cancer, too. Breast cancer is the second…
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April 3, 2015
Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Migraine headaches are not normal headaches that go away after taking an over-the-counter pain reliever. Migraines are more intense, with symptoms that affect not only the head but other areas of the body, as well. Migraine symptoms are not…
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April 3, 2015
Fitness
Overview An elliptical exercise machine is a stationary piece of cardiovascular equipment that can be described as somewhat of a mesh between a treadmill and a stationary bike. The user stands upright, but her feet remain on top of foot…
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April 3, 2015
Weight Management
The Making the Cut program, based on Jillian Michaels’ book, “Making the Cut: The 30-Day Diet and Fitness Plan for the Strongest, Sexiest You,” is best described as a short-term, quick fix diet program. Before opening the front cover, readers…
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April 3, 2015
Fitness
The American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association jointly recommend that healthy adults under 65 should do moderate-level cardio for 30 minutes a day, five days a week or vigorous cardio for 20 minutes a day, three…
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April 3, 2015
Diabetes
Insulin resistance occurs when the hormone, produced by the pancreas, cannot be used by the body. Insulin facilitates the breakdown of glucose for energy. With insulin resistance, the pancreas continue to secrete insulin until the demand is too great. The…
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April 3, 2015
Diseases & Health Conditions
Multiple sclerosis, or MS, affects about 250,000 to 350,000 Americans, according to Arthur Schoenstadt, M.D., author of the eMedTV article “Multiple Sclerosis Statistics.” MS is a neurodegenerative disease in which the myelin sheath, the covering of the neuron’s axon, is…
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April 3, 2015
Weight Management
1. Live the Diet When starting a diet, you have to learn what makes that diet work. The Flat Belly Diet is based around the use of monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs) that help break down excess fat and are contained…
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