Healthy eyes are coated by fluid, a tear film, says the Mayo Clinic. The wetness promotes clear vision and eye comfort. When eyes are dry the symptoms can include redness, burning, discomfort when blinking and blurred vision. Dry eyes have…
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Doctors used to believe that bacterial vaginosis, while capable of causing irritating vaginal symptoms, was essentially harmless. However, evidence linked bacterial vaginosis to more serious conditions such as pelvic inflammatory disease, infection of the uterus (endometritis) after abortion or giving…
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April 1, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview An ingrown toenail occurs when the nail grows into the skin at the edges of your toe. In the beginning stages of an ingrown toenail, the area might appear irritated and swollen. As it becomes infected, increased swelling and…
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Overview The bench press exercise is one of the best ways to increase muscle mass in the pectoral (chest) muscles as well as in the front deltoids and triceps in the arms. The butterfly press is a type of bench…
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1. Zinc and Male Sexual Health Zinc is an integral part of the male hormonal system, and a primary part of semen. It plays a major role in the production of sperm. As men age into their 50s and older,…
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April 1, 2015 What Are the Dangers of Aloe?
The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine and the Mayo Clinic agree that aloe vera is probably safe for the average adult when applied to the skin. However, they caution against taking aloe by mouth in some circumstances. Consult…
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April 1, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
A pinched nerve is caused by pressure to a nerve root by surrounding tissues such as bones, cartilage, muscles or tendons. The pressure disrupts the nerve’s function, causing pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness. The pain can occur in a localized…
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Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the intestinal tract. Common symptoms, such as abdominal pain and diarrhea, may be managed or prevented through dietary lifestyle changes, medications, stress relief and/or surgery. If left untreated, however, Crohn’s disease…
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April 1, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Treating head lice is unpleasant enough as it is without the added frustration of spending money on lice-killing products that stop working after lice build an immunity to them. Common in school-age children, head lice spread quickly and can…
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April 1, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Everyone knows the dangers of obesity, but few are aware that being underweight has just as many complications. People who are underweight are at increased risk for illness due to a suppressed immune system, according to the National Health…
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Exercises that target the underarm or triceps are plentiful. In addition to using your own body weight to perform triceps dips and push-ups, you can use dumbbells and resistance bands to sculpt the area. However, in order to actually burn…
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April 1, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to an area of the brain is temporarily or permanently lost. A brain artery blockage or rupture causes a stroke, also called a cerebrovascular accident or CVA. The brain stem connects the brain…
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Bromelain is a combination of protein-digesting enzymes that occur in the fruit and stem of pineapple. It shows promise for several uses, but the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) notes that more research is needed to confirm these benefits….
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April 1, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Grown and harvested in the Amazon rainforest, the Acai berry is a small purple berry similar in size to a grape. Once the acai berry is picked it becomes perishable within hours, which makes it difficult to transport. The…
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April 1, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes low bone density and structural corrosion of bone tissue. This can lead to fragile bones and increase the risk of fractures. According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, osteoporosis…
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Sage is native to the Mediterranean region and now cultivated worldwide. The ancients believed sage to be associated with longevity, and it was used at one time or another for nearly every ailment in herbal folklore. Native Americans used sage…
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April 1, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Blemishes can make a perfect digital photo a little less appealing, especially for the person who has the unfortunate honor of wearing the imperfections. However, by utilizing GIMP, a free graphic design program similar to Adobe Photoshop, you can…
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April 1, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped organ located in the neck in front of the trachea (wind pipe). According to the Mayo Clinic, the thyroid produces hormones that help regulate the body’s temperature, blood pressure, and metabolism. The National Cancer Institute…
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April 1, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Frizzy hair can be the cause of a dreaded bad hair day for both men and women. Particularly for individuals with curly hair, frizziness may be caused by high humidity or dryness in the hair shaft or cuticle. Dry hair…
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1. Take Care of Your Debts Retiring with no debts should be one of your main goals. Even if you have good savings and the mortgage has been paid off, you still need to take care of credit-card debt and…
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April 1, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The National Cancer Institute reports that 15,000 men and 6,000 women in the U.S. are diagnosed with primary liver cancer each year. The American Cancer Society notes that the liver has two veins: the hepatic artery provides it with oxygen,…
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April 1, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Panax ginseng, also called Asian ginseng, has a long history of medicinal use in Orient. Valued as an energy booster, an aphrodisiac and a general all-over tonic, this herb is available in health food stores in capsules, tablets, teas and…
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April 1, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
According to a 2003 study in the “Archives of Internal Medicine,” colds and flu account for more than 100 million doctor visits each year at a cost of over 7.7 billion dollars. With the future of healthcare uncertain and more…
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April 1, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Hand sanitizers are soaps that contain isopropyl or ethyl alcohol. Although they are convenient and effective against a number of bacteria and viruses, hand sanitizers carry some potential risks, such as skin or eye irritation, risk of fire, alcohol poisoning…
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April 1, 2015 Weight Management
Overview While a large number of people struggle to lose weight, others have a hard time putting weight on. Although this may seem like a blessing, being underweight can leave you feeling tired and sluggish and cause you to lose…
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The hamstring muscle group is commonly the weakest in the body in relationship to other major muscle groups. This weakness is caused by inactivity coupled with a lot of sitting. When muscles are not being used, they become overactive, tight…
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April 1, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The National Cancer Institute reports that pancreatic cancer is diagnosed in 29,000 people in the United States each year, and is the fifth leading cause of cancer death. Located in the abdomen behind the stomach, the pancreas secretes hormones that…
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April 1, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Football equipment or gear is needed by all football players to safely play this hard-hitting and violent game. This equipment is specifically designed to help players absorb hard hits from opponents. Equipment has changed dramatically through the generations from…
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Pilates is a method of exercise that builds core strength, long sculpted muscles, flexibility and graceful movement. While the exercise ball, or stability ball as it is sometimes called, has been adopted as a useful tool by many Pilates enthusiasts,…
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Overview The abs are part of your body’s core. It is this location on the body that is responsible for almost every movement you make during the course of a day. Every time you sit up to sneeze, raise a…
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