March 30, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Tracking your running distances is a great tool to help you train. Not only does it gauge the number of miles you are running on a given day, but it also can help you to gradually increase the distance…
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March 30, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Your hair is most likely to tangle when it’s damaged. Though wind, salt water and sleeping can all tangle up your hair, most of the tangles will comb right out if your hair is healthy because the smooth strands slip…
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March 30, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Although most people think of acne as a problem mostly restricted to teenagers, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) reports that many adult women also get pimples. In fact, about half of women in their 20s, and one-quarter of…
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Overview Most people establish individual retirement accounts (IRAs) to help save for their retirement years. Because of the tax and investment advantages of IRAs, restrictions are placed on these accounts to prevent them from being withdrawn prematurely to be used…
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March 30, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Acne, a condition that plagues most teenagers, afflicts 40 to 50 million people in the U.S. and is the country’s most common skin condition, says the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). However, fewer people suffer from acne that’s severe…
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Overview Stability balls are a fantastic way to engage your core during a workout. The ball provides instability, and requires constant activation of your core muscles to keep you balanced while you work out. You can also use the stability…
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March 30, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
On average, 90 percent of the hairs on your head are in the growing phase while the other 10 percent enter into a resting state, in which the hair follicle dries up and hair loss begins. Various factors can accelerate…
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March 30, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Baseball and football are both played on grass or materials that mimic grass. However, in baseball, players must also play on dirt. Depending on a player’s position, he or she may play the entire game in the dirt portion…
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The practice of yoga naturally increases core strength and tones the abdominal muscles. Practice daily and you will find that the abdomen is stronger and tighter, and the core is better able to support the body in challenging poses. However,…
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March 30, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The generically named drug azacitidine is marketed in the United States as Vidaza. It is a prescription-level drug called an antimetabolite that is used in the treatment of cancer. Vidaza functions by preventing cancer cells from growing as they normally…
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Gastric reflux, also known as acid reflux, is a condition where the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) opens spontaneously, allowing stomach acid and contents to come up. It is the precursor to the more serious condition gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Gastric…
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Overview To achieve the highly coveted hourglass figure, there are certain areas of the body that you need to focus your attention on. The midsection is one such section. Developing curves in the midsection takes the right mix of exercises….
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Parents need to build and maintain a whole suite of disciplinary tools that can be used for various situations, suggest educators and family therapists at the Child Welfare League of America. One size does not fit all. Consider creative ways…
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In order to loose weight you have to burn more calories than you take in. This is done by exercising regularly and eating low-calorie foods. Many personal trainers and fitness gurus are already eating fat burning foods and spices to…
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Overview Itchy skin, known medically as pruritus, is a condition that is usually not serious, and can be caused by allergies, dry skin, eczema and dermatitis. In some cases, itchy skin may be a sign of a serious condition, or…
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March 30, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Diabetes is more than a condition that affects your blood glucose levels; it is a condition that can have lasting effects on the rest of your body as well. One major area of concern for diabetics is the feet. From…
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Overview Bicycle chains are integral to the operation of your bike; they help transfer the energy from your pedaling into the turning of wheels. There are times when you’ll need to remove the chain from the bicycle: for cleaning, for…
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March 30, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview As you age, the skin becomes thinner and loses its elasticity. This causes wrinkles and fine lines to appear, usually popping up around the eyes and mouth at first. Certain lifestyle factors can increase your chances of developing crow’s…
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March 29, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
1. Consult Your Doctor First Before using any pills or starting any diet program, consult your doctor beforehand. Your doctor will give you a consultation and let you know whether you are a good candidate for diet pills and which…
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People turn to alcohol and drugs for various reasons—they might like the relaxing feeling or use them to forget about troubles in their lives. But when a person relies on drugs and alcohol and starts neglecting responsibilities, it becomes substance…
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March 29, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Fructose is a component of many fruits, syrups and sugary foods, including table sugar, honey, sports drinks, colas and confectioner’s sugar. Fructose is found both as a natural component and as a refined sugar product as is the case with…
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March 29, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview You should lose a maximum of 2 pounds per week to slim down safely, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In order to slim down and stay slim, you must make lifestyle changes. Fad diets or…
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Overview Migraines are severe, debilitating headaches that may last for days. They begin with a trigger. Caffeine may trigger migraines in some people, but in others it is a treatment. The stimulatory effects of caffeine and its ability to constrict…
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March 29, 2015 Children's Health
Overview Many parents struggle with the decision to allow their baby to co-sleep with them (or in a bassinet next to their bed) or to get the baby to sleep in his own bed. According to the New Jersey Department…
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March 29, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Most think of the nettle, or stinging nettle, as an irritating weed because brushing against the prickly hairs of the plant will cause stinging and itching. However, it is shown to have value as an herbal tea that can ease…
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1. Turn to Alternative Traditional Asthma treatments including oral steroid medications and inhaled powders have their place, but when combined with the powerful effects of alternative asthma treatments, you can decrease the need for them. Not to mention, prescription asthma…
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1. Find Out if It is Safe People suffering from arthritis usually have some level of pain. Using a painkiller to help ease discomfort is a route that many take. However, there are some things that you need to be…
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The key ingredient to a tennis player’s game is a great pair of tennis shoes. Having the right fit and grip on the court surface will help improve your footwork, provide traction offering the right cushion for all the pounding…
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Overview University of Illinois research comparing fresh vegetables to canned and frozen vegetables indicates that canning is among the safest ways to preserve foods. The high temperatures used in preparation kill microorganisms that can infect food and cause illness. Canned…
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March 29, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, affecting more than 1 million people every year, according to the American Cancer Society. The protective ingredient in sunscreens is zinc oxide. Making your own sunscreen…
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