April 1, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Using oil during a massage facilitates the manipulation of soft tissue and muscles. Without a lubricant, full-body and other gliding strokes are difficult to execute. Most massage therapists prefer to use professionally blended oil tailored to their needs. In…
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Cable machines have two independent weight stacks with adjustable, sliding pulleys. These machines can be used for a variety of exercises, and they have multiple attachments available. You can use one side of the machine or both sides simultaneously to…
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April 1, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Acne can occur when the sebaceous glands in your skin produce too much sebum. This oily substance can clog your pores, which can cause them to become inflamed and erupt into pustules. These pustules can rupture and form open…
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Spinal traction is important to keep your spine healthy. During the day, it is common to slouch forward while working at a computer or sitting for an extended amount of time in the car. This results in the most common…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Pneumoconioses is the term used for all lung diseases that develop from inhaling dust or minerals for a long period of time. The most common pneumoconioses include asbestosis, black lung disease, berylliosis and silicosis. All of the dust and minerals…
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March 31, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Squeaky bicycle tires can be annoying, especially when on an afternoon ride. Unlike other bicycle maintenance problems, this one can be fixed with relative ease at home. Follow these basic instructions, and you’ll be back on the road—squeak-free—in no…
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1. Take Your Medication You’ll be prescribed painkillers and antibiotics when you leave the surgeon’s office, so be sure to take them. You’ll experience moderate discomfort in the days immediately following your vaginoplasty, and the painkillers will take care of…
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Strengthening your back can help you prevent back pain and a weak core, and it also can improve your posture. Because many people work in front of computers and drive often, muscles and connective tissues in the front of the…
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The American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association jointly recommend that healthy adults under 65 years of age should do strength training exercises twice a week, performing eight to 12 repetitions of eight to 10 different exercises….
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March 31, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Hot summer weather is hard on the skin, but it is possible to minimize the negative effects of the sun’s UV rays, heat and humidity with proper skin care. Some skin conditions are common during the summer months, including sunburn,…
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Coumadin, also known as Warfarin, is an anticoagulant, commonly called a blood-thinner. This medication is taken to prevent blood clots from forming to prevent stroke, heart attack and clots in the lungs. Coumadin is commonly prescribed if you have a…
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March 31, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Bridgestone Golf and Nike are two of the biggest manufacturers of golf balls, clubs and equipment. Both companies enjoy widespread popularity and make products that are acknowledged to be among the best on the market. Both companies have endorsement…
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March 31, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
While there are many effective acne treatments available today, prevention is always preferable to dealing with breakouts. Skin Care Physicians, a site operated by the American Academy of Dermatology, assures that consistent basic skin care can help control acne. Most…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Dulcolax is a stool softener that is also called Bisacodyl by its generic name. This drug helps to relieve constipation by accumulating fluid in the colon to evacuate bowel movements. Your doctor may also prescribe Dulcolax if you need to…
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March 31, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Glycogen is a form of carbohydrate which is stored in the muscles and liver for energy. The University of Missouri Nutrition Department states that glycogen is very important because it is the body’s main form of fuel for long-term energy….
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Balance board is a general term applied to almost any rocker or wobble board. Rocker boards resemble a sturdy version of a child’s seesaw, rocking in one direction or the other along a central axis. Wobble boards are usually a…
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March 31, 2015 Combivir Side Effects
The combination of the generically named medications zidovudine and lamivudine are marketed in the United States as Combivir. This combination drug may be prescribed in the treatment of human immunodeficiency viral infections. It functions, according to the Mayo Clinic, by…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
1. Understand the Controversy Many parents of children with autism believe there is a link between autism and early childhood vaccinations, with special emphasis on the MMR vaccine, which protects against measles, mumps and rubella. This belief began anecdotally as…
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1. Assess Your Life Write down detailed information about your life to assess your overall health and financial position. Next, record activities you can participate in to provide a meaningful life; show the world who you really are and bring…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The generic medication called hydroxychloroquine in a 200-milligram dose is marketed in the United States with the brand name Plaquenil. The medicine, called an antiprotozoal, is used in both the prevention and treatment of malaria, primarily. It also may be…
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Everyone experiences stress at one point or another in their lives. Unfortunately, stress sometimes can become overwhelming, resulting in emotional, physical and social side effects. According to the Hormone Foundation, stress can hurt your body in many ways, affecting your…
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March 31, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Dine at your local Chipotle Mexican Grill equipped with the following nutritional facts and you can navigate the restaurant’s endless combinations successfully. Chipotle menu options are built around a combination of tortillas, rice, beans, meat, guacamole, salsas, cheese and…
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Overview The silent treatment is an often-employed tactic that couples use when in an argument or disagreement. As a form of punishment, one partner will shut down communication to the other, resulting in the ostracization of the other. The silent…
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Digoxin, a prescription medication known by the brand names Lanoxin or Digitek, treats heart failure and dysrhythmias. Because many factors can cause digoxin to accumulate to toxic levels, patients taking this medication need regular check-ups to monitor their condition. Heart…
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Cycling is an excellent form of exercise, and stationary cycling is as beneficial as riding outside, except you don’t face the risk of collisions and crashes and the aggravation of flat tires. Stationary bikes also frequently come with onboard computers…
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Hydralazine is a medication used to treat hypertension, and it is available both orally and intravenously. Its method of action is relaxation and dilation of peripheral arteries, resulting in decreased blood pressure. However like all medical interventions, hydralazine has its…
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March 31, 2015 Weight Management
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends getting at least 150 minutes of exercise every week, with at least two days of strength training. Exercise equipment allows you to meet these recommendations at a gym or in the comfort…
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Bodybuilding is a competitive sport and a recreational pastime for many men and women. Competitive bodybuilders are judged on the size, balance and symmetry of their physiques, whereas recreational bodybuilders want to look fit and strong. The aim of bodybuilding…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Advair (fluticasone and salmeterol) is a medication used in the treatment of asthma. It reduces inflammation in the airways and helps dilate (widen) the airways. Advair is used to prevent asthma attacks and prevent flare-ups or worsening of chronic obstructive…
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The fear of public speaking–otherwise known as glossophobia–is one of the most common fears, as reported by Forbes, which points out that it’s simply an extension of the fear of embarrassing yourself. While practice and experience are ultimately the only…
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