Hamamelis is a genus of flowering trees and shrubs native to the eastern and central United States and Canada. The genus includes Hamamelis virginiana, more commonly known as witch hazel. People use extract from witch hazel leaves and bark as…
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April 2, 2015 Rules of Tennis Doubles
While the majority of tennis rules apply to singles and doubles matches, accommodations must be made to account for the different number of players during each. Doubles rules differ from singles primarily as it regards to the serving and receiving…
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Due to their anatomical differences, potty training is a different process for boys and girls. According to BabyCenter.com, girls tend to potty train faster than boys. You can determine your daughter’s readiness by considering whether she can follow directions, has…
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April 2, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Skin loses elasticity and becomes thinner and drier with age. Facial wrinkles are mostly the result of fragile skin not being able to protect itself from the damaging effects of the sun, though smoking can also prematurely age facial skin….
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April 2, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Table tennis is a great recreational game that is popular all over the world. It is commonly referred to as ping-pong, but it is also a competitive sport played with paddles (officially called bats) and a small and resilient plastic…
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According to physical therapist Gray Cook for Functional Movement Systems, mobility refers to not only the range of motion of a joint but the freedom of movement of the entire body. Having good back mobility in all planes of motion…
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April 2, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview The potato, rich in potassium, vitamin B6 and vitamin C, among other nutrients, has long been considered a staple food source. It’s even renowned–with no scientific proof to make its case, but plenty of colorful anecdotes–as such a powerful…
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April 2, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Tying in-line hockey skates properly is essential for the prevention of injury as well as improved athletic performance. No matter whether you are preparing for an important game or simply going out for some exercise, keeping a few easy…
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There so many ways to exercise your arms, legs, abs and butt muscles, but what most of us want is to find a routine to exercise every body part in the most efficient way. One of the best pieces of…
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April 2, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Straight, wavy, bouffant, thick; there are an incredible array of different hair types and textures out there. There is one type of hair that is consistently desirable, but which also happens to be the texture most prone to frizz:…
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April 2, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Beconase is the brand name for beclomethasone dipropionate, an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid. According to Drugs.com, an online drug reference, this medication is taken through the nose by the use of a nasal inhaler and is available by many other brand…
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April 2, 2015 Weight Management
Overview For anyone interesting in maintaining health and wellness, it’s important to keep track of body fat. The human body functions best when body fat is within an optimal range–too much fat leads to a variety of health disorders, while…
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April 2, 2015 Sports & Recreation
As people get older, the technicalities of sports get strict and the rules change from letting it slide to calling everything. There are basic rules that children need to learn before attempting to understand the higher level of play. Knowing…
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According to American Heart Association physicians, large amounts of belly fat and big waistline measurements probably point to serious heart disease risks. Belly fat can build up due to aging and a person’s genetics, factors that can’t be changed. But…
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April 2, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
The body needs fat-soluble vitamins to function properly. Fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the liver and fatty tissue for long periods of time and are eliminated slowly. A well-rounded diet can provide all the fat-soluble vitamins an individual needs to…
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Many women wish to tone and tighten the inner thigh area but are unsure which exercises will produce results. Three muscles make up the inner thigh area. These muscles are called the adductor group and include adductor longus, adductor magnus…
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April 2, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
There are many parasites that commonly affect humans. Among these parasites are the protozoa that share the Earth’s water, soil and food supply with the human population. Some may not be able to cause disease if you are healthy, while…
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April 2, 2015 Sports & Recreation
The rules of tennis vary by league, governing body, tournament director and other factors. Basic playing rules remain fairly consistent from venue to venue, with those covering the serve generally staying the same across almost every format. Knowing a few…
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Exercise might be the last thing on your mind when you’re suffering from menstrual cramps. In fact, the only thing you might feel like doing is taking a nap while curling up in the fetal position. This can actually make…
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Diabetes is a condition where the cells of the body do not accept insulin. Insulin is a hormone that controls blood sugar. After food has been eaten, broken down and absorbed into the bloodstream, insulin takes sugar from the blood…
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April 2, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Children of all ages engaged in sports reap a variety of benefits, says Dr. Jordan Metzl, co-founder of the Sports Medicine Institute for Young Athletes. Promoting health and wellness is the reason some parents enroll their kids in sports, while…
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Hypothyroidism is an autoimmune disease that most commonly affects women. However, there is a significant proportion of men that also contract the disease. The disease tends to develop more advanced complications in men because most male patients tend to ignore…
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April 2, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Rugby does not require a lot of equipment to play. All you need is a special ball, a setup for scoring, and safety equipment to prevent injury. Unlike football, rugby players do not wear a lot of body padding or…
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Exercising at home may seem like your options are somewhat limited, but the muscles of your legs and core are the easiest to exercise using only your body weight. This makes strengthening your legs at home possible. You can do…
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Hyperthyroidism, an overactive thyroid, affects less than 1 percent of pregnant women, the New York Thyroid Center states, but can have devastating consequences. Some symptoms of hyperthyroid that occur in pregnancy are common to everyone with hyperthyroid, but others affect…
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Overview Almond oil is one of the most popular oils used in aromatherapy and massage therapy. Almond oil has become increasingly popular in the health and beauty world and is widely known as a moisturizing agent. Almond oil is used…
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1. Take Small Regular Sips You may not be able to keep much down when you’re suffering from food poisoning. Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea are common symptoms, and many of them will leach water from your body. Rather than swallowing…
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April 2, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Baking soda is likely one of the most versatile items found in your pantry. Added to water, you can make a powerful cleaning paste. You can use it in place of your regular shampoo for cleaner hair. You might…
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Overview Advanced pushups can be done by utilizing TRX suspension training equipment, which allows a person to leverage body weight while training, advises the American Council on Exercise. Proper form is essential to perfect this more-complex version of the exercise…
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According to the Mayo Clinic, excess fat around the midsection can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and even some cancers. Toning your abs and, subsequently, your stomach will help reduce the risk of these health problems as well…
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