Overview Domestic pets cause most animal bites. Dogs are more likely to bite than cats. However, cat bites are more likely to cause infection. Bites from wild animals carry the risk of rabies. Rabies is common in raccoons, skunks, bats…
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The abdomen is comprised of three major muscles: the transverse abdominis, rectus abdominis and the obliques, according to the textbook “Exercise Physiology: Energy, Nutrition and Human Performance.” The transverse abdominis runs laterally across the waistline and features some of the…
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So much bad dating advice exists on how to meet women that men are often confused as to the right way to go about it. Some women prefer an aggressive, take-charge type, while others prefer a less direct and humorous…
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Dizziness and headaches can be caused by injury or a health-related illness. According to Mayoclinic.com, dizziness and headache can be caused by a concussion or injury to the head. People who suffer from anemia or chronic fatigue syndrome may also…
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Because the shoulders are the body’s most movable joint, they are prone to injury. A dislocated should occurs when your upper arm bone and shoulder blade bone come out of place. After the first dislocation, it becomes increasingly easier to…
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Many think of the lower abdominal area as a separate muscle group from the abs, making the distinction of lower and upper abdominal muscles. In fact, this is one muscle known as the rectus abdominis. However, you can target the…
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Progress has been made in the field of stem cell research over the last several decades, and the future looks even brighter. Stem cell research began with embryonic stem cells, but adult stem cells are gaining ground as the future…
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Overview Individuals addicted to smoking have a dependency on the chemical nicotine found in such tobacco products as cigarettes, cigars and chewing tobacco. The habit-forming drug produces brief pleasant feelings in the brain, which encourages smokers to continue using tobacco…
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Bobsledding is a winter sport that involves teams of either two or four, a bobsled, and ice. The ice has been carved into a curving, banking, downward track on which the bobsled glides. The bobsled starts out stationary and is…
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Diabetes affects the levels of blood sugar in the body. Diabetes occurs when the pancreas does not produce insulin, or the body’s cells become resistant to the actions of insulin. Therefore, the blood becomes saturated with glucose, which can result…
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Overview Eating disorders are a group of mental health disorders in which a person has an abnormal body image, is abnormally preoccupied with their eating habits and her desire to be thin. Girls are more likely than boys to be…
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Divorce is not always a mutual decision. If your wife has announced that she wants a separation, you might be devastated. But instead of accepting her feelings as fact, you can try ways to get your wife back that prove…
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Emphysema is a chronic condition where the air sacs become irregularly shaped and develop holes. These changes cause oxygen to get trapped in the lungs which makes it difficult to breathe out fully and it inhibits oxygen from entering the…
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March 25, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Atlantic City is historically the Las Vegas of the Northeast, giving the area a reputation for excess, unhealthy lifestyles and gambling; however, Atlantic City also offers a wide array of opportunities for families to get away and have a…
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March 25, 2015 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Coconut oil is considered a saturated fat that can raise cholesterol, according to the American Heart Association. It can be especially bad if it’s been hydrogenated, a chemical process that fats undergo in food processing. However, there’s some debate on…
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Overview Asthma is a chronic lung disorder characterized by both inflammation and constriction of the airways. One in ten children and one in three adults suffer from asthma, which translates into approximately 15 million Americans alone. There are varying degrees…
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Overview Joseph Pilates systematized his method of building strength and flexibility in the 1930s, and it is still widely popular today. Like all forms of strength training, Pilates exercises require muscular contractions that burn calories. However, some Pilates mat exercises…
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Any martial art that primarily utilizes kicking as an offensive means is considered a kicking fighting style. Although they are labeled as kicking martial arts, kicking is not all that they do. Savate uses an open-handed slap, MuayThai has throws,…
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Q. Can a man withdraw from a woman before ejaculating to prevent pregnancy? A. Absolutely not. This is not a form of birth control. Some guys say they will pull out, and then they get so excited and carried away…
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March 25, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview If you are watching your calorie intake, the average beer or wine label is of little help. Unlike most packaged food products, beer and wine producers in the United States are not required to display standard nutritional information such…
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The bench is a long, flat padded board that has durable steel legs. It is commonly used to train the chest with exercises like bench presses, flys and push-ups. When you want to work your abs on the bench, you…
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There are no federal laws as of 2010 that stipulate the building of residential swimming pool fences. However, in recognition of the danger pools present to young children, individual states have enacted laws that require homeowners to install fences of…
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A man dating a younger woman has less of a taboo in society than an older woman dating a younger man, but it can still raise a few eyebrows. As long as you’re happy in your relationship, you may find…
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Having a skinny butt does not cause the same negative health effects as visceral fat on the stomach, but it can affect self-esteem when you want to look good in certain outfits. Enlarging the buttocks takes discipline and key weight-training…
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Cellulite can appear virtually anywhere on the body, but the legs seem to be the most common place for this fat to accumulate. Cellulite is fat that builds up underneath loose connective tissue as a result of poor diet or…
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If you’re suffering from depression, anxiety or high levels of stress, you may be considering an over-the-counter supplement for relief of your symptoms. Certain supplements can provide a mood boost and may be as effective as certain prescription medications used…
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According to physical therapist Leslie Waltke, “Rehabilitation and exercise, in patients with cancer, have been shown to improve quality of life, lengthen life and actually save lives.” An exercise program should reflect prior fitness level, current limitations and personal preferences….
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March 25, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Considered the heart of the south, Atlanta is the capital city of Georgia. The city encompasses over 132 square miles, which means there is plenty to see and do for tourists and locals alike. Atlanta combines southern gentility and…
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Overview If you lose a lawsuit and owe money to a plaintiff, the legal enforcement action against you is known as a judgment. The three credit reporting agencies, Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax, are required to report valid information about you…
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Unusual changes in mood, energy, levels of activity and tasks of daily life characterize bipolar disorder. Patients with this serious psychological disorder experience mood episodes that fluctuate between the manic phase and the depressive phase. Guidelines set in the Diagnostic…
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