Typical leg press machines are designed with an adjustable weight set, adjustable seat positioning, as well as a wide foot base. The weight can be modified up to 445 lbs. on a typical Nautilus machine, which allows you to steadily…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Valium is the brand name for diazepam, which is a benzodiazepine. Benzodiazepines work by “depressing”, or blocking, certain actions of the nervous system. Valium is prescribed for patients experiencing anxiety and panic attacks. It is also used to combat muscle…
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March 31, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Olive oil isn’t just for cooking anymore. In fact, just as olive oil is beneficial to the inside of your body, it can also be beneficial when applied to the outside of your body, such as when it is…
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March 31, 2015 Weight Management
Overview The healthiest and most efficient way to firm up flabby areas of the body is through nutrition and exercise. To tone up without losing weight, it’s important to eat the right foods and focus on a weight-training program. Eating…
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March 31, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
African-American skin requires special care due to its natural dryness. Many over-the-counter acne treatments aren’t suitable for African-American skin because of the risk of drying out the skin, which can worsen the acne. To make matters worse, several treatments are…
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March 31, 2015 Weight Management
Overview There’s no need to starve yourself to lose weight. Not only do extreme diets not work, but they also tend to reduce your energy levels, leaving you feeling tired and sluggish. Instead of putting your body and mind through…
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March 31, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Letting someone know that you can give great massages may get you more dates, but you’ll eventually have to back up the claim with action. Learning how to give a massage will educate you about the muscles in the…
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It is important to take time to relax in today’s stress-filled world. Doctors at New York University’s Langone Medical Center report that relaxing and letting go of stress can reduce high blood pressure, relieve worry and apprehension and promote an…
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Tumors of the pituitary gland are generally not cancerous, and many of these abnormal growths never cause symptoms. If the tumor enlarges to the point of compressing the surrounding tissues, headaches and vision disturbances may develop. Pituitary tumors usually produce…
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Overview Pimples and cold sores are facial lesion which may be similar in appearance but have very different causes. Pimples are caused by the blockage of facial pores. Cold sores are the result of a viral infection. Pimple Causes Pimples…
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Flomax is a prescription medication used for the relief of symptoms cause by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland, which is situated just beneath and encircles the neck of the urinary bladder. Prostate…
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Overview Ringworm is a highly contagious fungal infection that affects most areas of the skin. Spread through direct skin-to-skin contact, ringworm also spreads to people through contact with an infected animal. Dogs and cats, as well as common farm animals,…
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Overview Different heart rates during exercise produce different results. Exercise professionals and health experts recommend certain heart rates for specific purposes, such as fat burning, improving cardiovascular strength or training for sport-specific activities. Learning how to calculate your Target Heart…
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Cushing’s syndrome, also known as hypercortisolism, refers to a disease in which the body is exposed to high levels of cortisol, a hormone made in the adrenal glands. Symptoms of Cushing’s syndrome include fatigue, weight gain, acne, depression and menstrual…
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The benefits of building muscle include increased strength, metabolism, bone density and improved overall health. To maximize the amount of muscle in your body you should perform resistance training exercises. Resistance training involves movement working against an opposing force like…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Flonase (fluticasone) is a prescription nasal spray indicated for the alleviation of symptoms associated with nasal allergies, including nasal congestion and sneezing. This medication is administered as a liquid spray into each nostril once daily or as prescribed by your…
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March 31, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview When selecting the proper golf ball to complement your game, pick one based upon the realities of your skill level. Choosing a ball that his designed to be struck with the velocity of a PGA Tour pro while you…
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March 31, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Emjoi, a manufacturer of hair-removal products, produces electric shavers for short-term hair removal and epilators for hair removal that lasts longer. Emjoi’s epilators are known to be top sellers, and have also won a number of awards for being…
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March 31, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Dry, flaky skin is unsightly and often itchy. It’s most common in the winter, when the humidity is low. The problem is compounded with the use of heating systems, which can drop humidity levels below 10 percent, while 30…
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A firm, round rear end is the ubiquitous ideal, featured in popular movies and magazines. But although it may be the ideal, it’s not necessarily the norm, and those who were not blessed with a perfect backside may have to…
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White blood cells are important in our bodies because they enhance the immune system function and help to fight off infections. When someone has a low white blood cell count, it may indicate a disease. Another common reason for low…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Herpes is a virus affecting different areas of the body, depending on the type of virus. The three types of herpes are herpes simplex type one, herpes simplex type two and herpes zoster. All types are incurable, but they may…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Men are more likely than women to transmit genital herpes to their partners, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Caused by the herpes simplex viruses type 1 (HSV-1) or type 2 (HSV-2), this sexually transmitted disease can…
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A vaginal yeast infection is the most common form of a yeast infection. Vaginal yeast infections are a very common occurrence for women. Vaginal yeast infections are caused by fungus, Candida albicans. Candida albicans is always present in the vagina,…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
According to the National Institute for Neurological Disorders and Stroke, herpes simplex virus (HSV) causes approximately 10 percent of encephalitis cases in the U.S. With herpes encephalitis, the virus infects the brain tissues causing an intense inflammatory response by the…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Human herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) is the most common cause of a febrile illness called roseola or exanthem subitum. This illness typically occurs in young children ages six months to three years. High fever, skin rash, and mild cold-like symptoms characterize…
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The abdominal muscles are divided into three major areas: upper abs, lower abs and obliques (side abs). If you are looking to switch flab for firmness, the best approach is to make sure you are working all three areas for…
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March 31, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Headaches can cause mild to extreme pain, depending on the type you experience. According to the National Headache Foundation, about 45 million Americans suffer from headaches that are chronic or recurring, and 28 million of these headaches are migraines. Other…
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Overview High blood pressure is defined as a blood pressure reading that is above 120/80 mm of mercury. Because high blood pressure brings a considerable number of health risks with it, maintaining a healthy level is crucial. Various factors are…
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March 31, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Acne occurs when the follicles in your skin become clogged with a type of oil known as sebum. Your sebaceous glands produce sebum, and they are especially active during adolescence. The clogged follicles can swell into pustules that may…
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