March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
More than 200 viruses cause what’s known as the common cold, including coronaviruses and rhinoviruses, according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. Though the cause might be varied, the effects, symptoms and treatment remain the same. Knowing…
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March 20, 2015 Weight Management
Working the core muscles can improve your balance and build up the muscles in your abdomen and back. Because muscle tissue burns more calories than fat, building up your core muscles through strength training can boost your weight loss. Hyperextensions…
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March 20, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Sand bass, also known as white bass or sandies, are native to the central United States and can be found in river systems and lakes throughout the area, including the Great Lakes. Streamlined in shape, and silver in color with…
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March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, 78 percent of the population experiences headaches at some point. Headaches can range from mild to severe and often cause pain in the forehead, head and neck areas. Headaches can be caused…
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Overview People all of over the world use ginger for culinary and medicinal purposes. Ancient Asian, Indian and Arabic cultures originally developed the herb’s use as a medicine. They believed it aided in digestion and helped treat heart problems and…
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Overview Annuities and IRA accounts are financial accounts that investors often use in order to save money for their retirement. Both types of accounts are given tax breaks by the IRS. IRAs can be invested in annuities, but cannot be…
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Overview While the final decision is still out in the medical community about the efficacy of using magnets for pain reduction and healing, the National Center on Complementary and Alternative Medicine reports that some preliminary evidence is available that shows…
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March 20, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview According to the American Hair Loss Association, hair loss in females can be caused by a number of factors, including hormonal fluctuations that accompany pregnancy, menopause and medical conditions such as cysts on the ovary. Some drugs can also…
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According to strength and conditioning specialist William Holcomb, increasing your flexibility can allow for greater ranges of motion in your joints and may decrease your risk of musculoskeletal injuries. Therefore, you should incorporate stretching exercises into your daily schedule. Yoga…
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Over-the-counter medicated shampoos are the first line of defense against dandruff and other dry scalp conditions. Flaky, dry scalp dandruff can be caused by the flora yeast Malassezia furfur (Pityrosporumovale). Anti-fungal agents found in certain shampoos are effective against M….
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Overview Exercise can be an important part of pregnancy, as long as there are no known complications. However, even in normal pregnancies, exercising too intensely can have serious ramifications. The recommended intensity level varies for each woman depending on her…
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March 20, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Fat that accumulates under your chin adds years and detracts from your appearance. There are many causes of a double chin. The most common factors include weight gain, genetics, age, bone structure and loose skin. People who are overweight…
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Overview Heart rate response to exercise changes from rest to the onset of exercise and as exercise continues. Heart rate response improves, or decreases, with continued conditioning due to physiologic adaptations. The American College of Sports Medicine recommends 30 minutes…
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March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Asthma is a disease of the lungs. It involves inflammation, swelling of the airways and mucus accumulation in the airways. It results in constriction of the airways and the following symptoms: difficulty breathing, coughing, wheezing and chest tightness. Asthma is…
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Overview Establishing a strong credit file that accurately reflects your financial stability and obligations is essential to expanding your future financing opportunities. Your credit history can play a role in employment offers and insurance rates, and it may determine the…
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March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Depression generally occurs when a person is in their late 20s, however, it can develop at any age, according to the Mayo Clinic. While twice as many women than men receive a diagnosis for this illness, this may only be…
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March 20, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Eastern medicine has recognized ginseng as an herbal remedy for thousands of years. It was only in the 19th and 20th centuries that Western doctors and scientists began dismissing such herbal treatments. Like other healing herbs, though, various types…
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March 20, 2015 Sports & Recreation
1. A Strong Body Core, Makes for Strong Male Ballet Dancers There are so many references in exercise to strength training and building proper muscles that tell us that we really need to have a strong body core. In ballet…
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March 20, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Your body uses carbohydrates for energy. For decades, nutritionists and diet-book authors portrayed them as harmless. More recently, since low-carbohydrate diets emerged in the 1970s and rose to further prominence in the 1990s, carbohydrates have gained a reputation as…
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March 20, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Toddler dandruff may be uncomfortable or visibly unnerving, but it need not be long-term. There are many reasons dandruff occurs, and with some insight into lifestyle factors and personal habits, many cases of dandruff can be prevented. There are…
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Motherwort is a herb native to Asia, now grown worldwide, that has been used for centuries as a blood thinner, muscle relaxant and in other applications. The herb is also known as lion’s tail, heartwort, leonurus and throwwort. When administered…
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March 20, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Early spring is one of the best times to fish for walleyes. They travel toward their spawning grounds at this time of year and actively look for some final meals before expending their energy on spawning. Their natural prey population…
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March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview The scientific name for calendula is Calendula officinalis. Commonly known as pot marigold, but not truly related to marigolds, calendula is native to southern Europe. It also grows wild in Washington, California, Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Connecticut,…
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Essential oils are volatile, highly concentrated vegetal extracts that contain hormones, vitamins, antibiotics and antiseptics. They are extracted from the roots, bark, wood, flowers, leaves, seeds and resins of plants. In addition to their fragrance, they have various therapeutic properties….
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March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a serious condition that is a result of persistent acid reflux that has caused ulcers (open wounds) in the digestive tract. It is often due to a weakened lower esophageal sphincter (LES), the band of…
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A solar-powered house provides a variety of benefits for the occupant and the environment, including lower operating costs, zero emissions and less maintenance. Converting your home to solar power is not as simple as screwing collector panels to your roof,…
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March 20, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Hair is one of the first things people notice about you. Chemical treatments, excessive brushing, over-styling, coloring and exposure to the environment all damage hair over time. Damaged and broken hair appears discolored, is difficult to manage, tangles easily…
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Fenugreek is a herb that has been used for centuries. The first documented use was referenced on an Egyptian papyrus from about 1,500 B.C., according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), This herb is used to…
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March 20, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Bloating, or water retention, is a common symptom of premenstrual syndrome, or PMS. Women who experience frequent bloating may find that lifestyle changes, such as adhering to a nutrient-rich, low-salt diet and regular exercise, reduce or prevent their symptoms. In…
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Ginger has been used for thousands of years as both a spice in cuisine and as a medicinal herb. Ginger is grown for its rhizomes, or underground root-like stems. Ginger root is probably most commonly known for its use in…
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