March 20, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
A series of Hydroxycut products, a popular line of dietary supplements designed to promote weight loss and increase energy, were recalled by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) in May of 2009. However, consumers continue to purchase and utilize the supplements,…
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Citalopram is the generic form of the drug Celexa. Celexa is a drug that is prescribed to treat depression and sometimes anxiety disorders that accompany depression. This medication is available only under the supervision and with a prescription from a…
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March 20, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Body hair can grow in dark and thick for some men and light and sparse in others. In either case, hair removal is often a popular solution. In some situations, it is wanted for aesthetic reasons and at other times…
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Facts Pregnancy is counted from the first day of the last period, so a woman who is five weeks pregnant is just one week past her first missed period. If you weren’t thinking you might be pregnant this month, the…
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1. Employ Over-the-Counter NSAIDs as the First Line of Treatment If you get migraines just before or during your period, you probably have what are known as “menstrual migraines.” These headaches are brought on by shifts in hormone levels. Most…
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Humans have been combating wrinkles and aging since early times. The ancient Egyptians and Greeks tried many different essential oils and natural oils in an attempt to find just the right oil that would prevent wrinkles. Over the past few…
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Heat exhaustion is a serious condition that occurs when the body gets too hot due to hot weather or strenuous activity. To prevent its symptoms from worsening, prompt treatment should be administered. If ignored or left untreated, heat exhaustion can…
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March 20, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Adding protein to food can easily be done by using high-protein foods or protein powder. There are many reasons why people add protein to food. One reason is that high-calorie, high-protein snacks add calories to the diet and can…
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Unlike physical abuse, which leaves such signs as broken bones, bloody lips and black eyes, emotional abuse can be hard to verify through visual clues. Even people who are in emotionally abusive relationships may have a hard time determining whether…
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March 20, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview While not everyone agrees on its flavor, water remains essential for life. On average, 61.8 percent of your body weight is water, and water composes roughly 80 percent of your blood and 90 percent of your brain. Because of…
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March 20, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Ross infant formula was the first formula on the market, and for the last 84 years, the company has continued to research and to develop nutritional products for a vast variety of needs. Ross infant formulas are now owned…
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Overview Balding can affect men and women alike. Bald spots on the head can be a normal part of male or female pattern baldness or a sign of alopecia areata. Alopecia areata is a condition in which the white blood…
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March 20, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Laser hair removal has been an innovative hair removal alternative since 1999. As laser hair removal treatment technologies have become more advanced, different kinds of laser hair removal have emerged. As of 2010, there are five different kinds of laser…
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March 20, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview “Eat your liver, it’s good for you,” may be the understatement of all time. In 1934, three physicians won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for discovering that liver successfully treated pernicious anemia. This highlights the incredible nutritional…
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1. Examine the Environment More often than not, the trigger for rhinitis is right under the patient’s nose, literally. Allergens in the air, such as pet dander, mold, spores, pollen, dust and debris, can quickly and spontaneously lead to rhinitis…
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1. Engage in Transparent Self-Evaluation Cognitive behavior therapy seeks in part to treat recurring patterns of thought that may be damaging some aspect of your life. For instance, you may suffer from depression because you don’t believe that you can…
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The kukui nut, also known as candlenut, or Indian or Belgium walnut, grows throughout the Pacific islands. Hawaii named it the official state tree because almost every part has been used by native Hawaiians throughout history for dyes, medicines, decorations…
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A renogram is a diagnostic procedure used by radiologists to evaluate kidney function. During the procedure, a compound with very slight radioactive properties is injected that glows as it circulates through the kidneys. It is then excreted by the kidneys…
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Overview There are two–or more–sides to every story, and the subject of a grandparent’s legal right to contact with her grandchildren is a matter of intense debate. Most problems arise when the parents divorce, remarry or pass away, disturbing the…
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Improved coping mechanisms, stress relief, increased body awareness and a balancing of the spirit, mind and body are just a few of the many benefits yoga can provide. It is important to establish good form, technique and habits to achieve…
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Overview The lower leg consists of two bones: the fibula, a smaller bone in the back of the leg, and the tibia, the larger shinbone toward the front of the leg. Several muscle groups that control movement of the foot…
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1. Conventional Medicine Fixes Finding a conventional medical doctor who specializes in TMJ disorders is helpful in getting short-term and long-term relief from symptoms. Consult different practitioners until you get the care that works for you. A dentist experienced in…
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An inversion table is a table on which a person lies flat on the back. The table then inverts, with the feet above the head. Proponents claim that inversion therapy decreases the amount of gravity and compression on certain parts…
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Patchouli essential oil is extracted from the dried, fermented leaves of the patchouli plant, Pogostemon cablin, a perennial herb. The plant is native to tropical Asia, most notably the Philippines and Indonesia. It produces purple-rimmed flowers and dark, sweet essential…
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March 20, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Most people experience acne at some time in their life, especially teenagers undergoing hormonal changes. In fact, the American Academy of Dermatology says that acne affects 40 million to 50 million Americans each year and is the most common…
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Dome tents are free-standing tents with rounded tops. The basic dome tent structure has a rectangular floor and uses two flexible poles that arc diagonally from corner to corner, crossing at the center of the top. Dome tents are easy…
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March 20, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Salicylic acid can be found in a number of over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription products. Salicylic acid does not work to kill the bacteria that causes acne, but it does encourage the sloughing of dead skin cells that can clog…
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Overview While spotlighted for the excesses of Tinsel Town and the birth of fad diets, Los Angeles also hosts a culture of moderation and health. Skip the lines and loud music of the weekend and see a softer side of…
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Saving water not only protects a scarce resource, it also saves money. You can invest in water efficient toilets, shower heads and faucets to save water. You can also find clever ways to save water around your home and when…
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1. Recognize Diarrhea as a Main Symptom Diarrhea can be a symptom of any number of digestive ailments and inflammatory bowel diseases, including ulcerative colitis. Ulcerative colitis occurs when ulcers (open sores) appear on the lining of your colon–and, in…
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