March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
1. Atkins Diet in a Nutshell For those of you who haven’t been paying attention, the Atkins diet is a wildly popular low carb diet. The diet stresses low carb and high protein eating. The diet limits the amount of…
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Exercise is one of the best ways to lose weight because you burn both fat and calories. Using fitness DVDs is a convenient way to exercise in the privacy of your own home. There are a wide variety of exercise…
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1. Chicken-and-Egg Quandary The relationship between gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and sleep apnea has researchers perplexed. Some believe that changes in airway pressure due to obstructive sleep apnea can cause acid reflux. Others think that acid reflux when sleeping can…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Dissolution of marriage is a legal term for divorce. It primarily involves reconciling all the rights and obligations between you and your spouse, including custody and care of children. Ultimately, upon approving the terms of the dissolution, a court…
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1. All That Jazz The jazz square is a box step done in four or eight counts. Start with your feet together and your arms down at your sides. Cross step the right foot over the left foot on the…
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Although ibuprofen is available over the counter, prescription ibuprofen can be prescribed to treat more serious condition. The nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) is used to treat pain and inflammation. Specifically, prescription ibuprofen is used to treat severe arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis,…
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Colorectal cancer–or cancer that originates from the colon or rectum–is a prevalent form of cancer. The National Cancer Institute reports that 106,100 new cases of colon cancer and 40,870 cases of rectal cancer were diagnosed in the United States in…
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While your wrist bone is mending in a cast, your tendons are tightening and your muscles are shrinking. When you finally get the cast off, your wrist will be a painful skinny version of what is used to be. Once…
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March 19, 2015 About Hirsutism
Overview Women generally have fine, light-colored hair covering the upper lip, cheeks, abdomen and back. Hirsutism is the medical term for a condition where a woman grows unwanted or excessive hair in a typically male pattern of hair growth. This…
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Medicinal herbs have long been known to heal a myriad of human ailments. You can grow many of the most potent herbs in your own indoor or outdoor home garden. If you are new to herbal gardening, it is wise…
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Overview From the time we rise in the morning until the time we go to bed at night we are in constant communication with the people around us. Simple greetings in the coffee shop, presentations at work and hugs given…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
The best diabetic foods support normal blood sugar, a healthy weight and help prevent diabetic complications. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) encourages diabetics to eat a variety of foods, but say they should limit certain foods more than others. They…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Losing weight quickly is one of the most frustrating and challenging tasks in modern life. With so many fad diets, supplements and gadgets advertised as miracle cures, it is hard to know where to even start. Take a deep…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Metabolism controls the rate at which the body uses energy for bodily processes while awake and at rest. It controls how calories are used and how many are stored as fat. Many things, such as overall body fat percentage, diet,…
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1. Boxing Can Lead to a Bone Fracture A boxer exposes his body to severe impact and can sustain injuries as a result. Well developed abdominal muscles can absorb most of the impact a boxer suffers when taking a punch,…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Several weight loss diets promise an ideal model’s body in exchange for a costly diet and impractical fitness plan. The Model Diet Plan requires participants to spend money and time on a short-term weight loss plan. Diet Plans Modeldietplan.com offers…
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Many patients with breast cancer respond to hormone therapy, a treatment strategy designed to inihibit proliferative signalling to cancer cells. Many breast cancer cells express a protein called the estrogen receptor, which sits on the surface of the cell and…
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Overview Peppermint essential oil (Latin name Mentha piperita) has been used for centuries by the Egyptians, Chinese and Native Americans for its health giving properties. Widely grown in America, Europe and China, all parts of this aromatic herb are used…
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Swollen feet can be caused by the accumulation of excessive fluid in the tissues, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. The swelling is generally painless and can be caused by aging, obesity, pregnancy or prolonged sitting or standing….
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Overview Elevated cholesterol levels can be detrimental to an individual’s health and well-being. An individual’s eating and exercise habits can maintain cholesterol levels at the correct level as well as improve them. Walking can be a key aspect in helping…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, there are about 100 different kinds of massage therapy. Most of them offer specialized treatment for the soft tissues of the body and enhance the body’s internal workings. This can help a…
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There are two carotid arteries (right and left); these are the main arteries that carry blood from the neck to the brain. A blocked carotid artery may be due to fatty deposits (called plaque), or to a blood clot trapped…
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According to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign McKinley Health Center, wart types include common warts, foot warts, flat warts and genital warts. Warts can be passed from person to person, but after contact, the warts may not be seen…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
If you are searching for an alternative method for treating minor health disorders and diseases without the use of prescription medication, you may turn to acai berry-based products and herbal supplements as an option. Widely available in most supermarkets and…
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Overview According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States, kills more Americans every year than all cancers combined. Heart disease is a blanket term that describes many…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
1. Head Injuries Can Cause Bleeding in the Brain A subdural hematoma occurs when the blood vessels that connect the brain to its protective covering inside the skull, or the dura, break and allow blood to collect inside the skull…
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1. Helmet Certification Before you choose any motocross helmet, make absolutely certain that it has the proper safety certifications. The two main certification types are the DOT and Snell. Most every helmet has the Department of Transportation or DOT certification…
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Salvia divinorum is a plant with hallucinogenic properties. Traditionally, salvia is chewed or smoked for its psychoactive effects, which include altered perception and hallucinations. Salvia extracts are also available and are generally much more potent than the plant in its…
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Stamina refers to the body’s ability to resist illness or fatigue. Stress, long hours at work or caring for family members, or physical ailments are among the many causes of fatigue. While most people find short-term relief in caffeine, experts…
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Pilates exercises focus on the muscles of the core and simultaneously help develop pelvic stability, joint flexibility and coordination reports the American Council on Exercise. Much of Pilates work directly and indirectly emphasizes the internal and external obliques that run…
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