Overview The Marcy SM4000 Deluxe Smith Bench is a home gym built with a cable pulley system and a barbell Smith machine bench. This platform offers exercises from barbell presses to squats, training each body part. The removable bench is…
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Overview Cruiser bicycles, popular in America during the 1930s through the 1950s, came back into style in the early 21st century. Riders who enjoy cruiser bicycles find that, compared to mountain or road bikes, they are comfortable, inexpensive, durable and…
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“You have cancer.” For many people, these words are their greatest fear. But, there are things you can do when facing a cancer diagnosis that can help you prepare for the challenges to come. These five tips are collected based…
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March 19, 2015 Children's Health
Autism is a developmental disorder that impacts the way a child interacts with others and his world. First warning signs for autism can appear as early in infancy, although a diagnosis usually does not come until later around the age…
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1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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The temporomandibular joint is the joint located in front of the ears on both sides of the head. It connects the jaw to the skull. Temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders, called TJMDs or TMJ, occur more frequently in women than…
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The stock market provides many ways to invest in its activity. Retirement accounts control the investing process for you, while individual stock accounts offer greater control. These accounts contrast with other forms of investing, such as bank savings accounts, bonds…
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Smoking is not only an unhealthy habit, it can be an expensive one as well. An average smoker burning up half a pack of cigarettes per day can save almost $1,000 per year by quitting smoking. Methods for quitting smoking…
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Solar heaters for pools work by pumping water through a filter, then through solar panels that heat the water. Then the water returns to the pool. The U.S. Department of energy advises that solar panels are made from different materials,…
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1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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The labret is a piercing of the lower lip. Its name comes from the Latin word “labrum,” or lip, and is pronounced “lay-bret.” Classically, the labret is placed centrally, but many variations exist. Either rings or studs may be worn…
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Overview Alcohol and drug abuse refers to the misuse of alcohol and prescription or illicit drugs. Substance abuse shares many characteristics with addiction and often leads to long-term addiction and other health problems. Learning to recognize the signs of alcohol…
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The aloe vera plant is used both externally and internally. Externally it helps to alleviate dryness and heals the skin. According to “Prescription for Nutritional Healing” by Phyllis Balch, aloe is “dramatically effective” on all types of burns and is…
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Dizziness or light-headedness creates a sense of unsteadiness or disorientation. The sensation affects the body’s equilibrium resulting in imbalance and increasing the risk of falling or fainting. The feeling may occur once in awhile because of fatigue or illness. When…
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Conflict is a state of unrest or struggle created when the act of following your own views, drives, interests or desires interfere with those of another. Although chiefly presented as a state of disharmony between people, conflict can exist between…
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March 19, 2015 Solar Panels Explained
Overview Solar panels are used to convert sunlight into electricity. They are also referred to as photovoltaics, or simply PVs, which basically means “light-energy.” PV panel technology can be used on a small scale or in larger-scale applications, such as…
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In order to save fuel and money, you need to start thinking about ways to cut back on energy consumption. Living spaces have become larger, so they require more energy to heat and cool. The number of appliances and electronic…
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1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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Workout DVDs offer an alternative way to exercise at home without the gym. You can find workout videos for almost any genre of fitness. Some examples are kickboxing, strength training, Pilates and even yoga. They are a great way to…
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Overview The Marcy MWM-950 Home Gym is a compact machine with a 150-lb. vinyl weight stack. The MWM-950 includes a lat bar, a rotating straight bar, an ankle strap, high and low pulley stations, a leg developer and independent-motion pec…
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March 19, 2015 Homeopathics for Children
Homeopathy provides an alternative for parents to treat a variety of common ailments experienced by their children. Homeopathy matches symptoms with remedies that engage the body’s natural healing responses. The remedies are given in liquids or pellets or are applied…
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Overview Whether you’re catch-and-release fishing or trying to hook tonight’s dinner, having the right lure on your line is a must if you’re going to net any trout. More than 20 different species of trout exist, and you can choose…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Healthy skin is good at protecting the body from the outside world. The combination of sebum (the skin’s natural oil) and low levels of perspiration produce an “acid mantle,” an acidic barrier that discourages aggressors, such as viruses and bacteria,…
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1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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Overview Ringing in the ears is a type of tinnitus, an ear disorder in which the afflicted individual hears a constant sound in the ear that usually resembles a ringing or buzzing sound. According to the American Tinnitus Association, more…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
When most people think of acne treatments, they envision the never-ending aisle at the grocery store filled with cleansers, creams and ointments meant to zap zits away. However, some take a different approach. While you should still consult a dermatologist…
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Overview Psyllium comes from husks of the plant plantago ovate, which is native to India. Psyllium, part of the soluble fiber family, is the key ingredient in bulk fiber laxatives. Adding fiber to the diet may aid in regulating gastrointestinal…
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The elbow bursa is between the elbow, or olecranon bone, and the skin. A bursa sac acts as a cushion between the skin and bones in the elbow. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) states that trauma, prolonged pressure…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
When someone admits to being a vegetarian, he is often met with disgusted faces and accusations of having a bland, salad and tofu-only diet. While many vegetarians do enjoy the occasional salad, and yes, even tofu, this does not mean…
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1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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