Cystic fibrosis, or CF, is an inherited disease, which occurs most commonly in the Caucasian population. According to the Mayo Clinic, CF occurs in about 1 out of every 3000 live births. The disease develops when a baby inherits two…
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The need to urinate more often than usual is called urinary frequency. Sometimes the condition is worse at night, causing interrupted sleep. For many people this is only a temporary condition caused by an acute infection. For others, frequent urination…
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March 19, 2015 Children's Health
Head aches come in many varieties. The National Headache Foundation divides head aches into two categories: primary (tension, cluster and migraines) and secondary (of an organic cause). They can be triggered by hormone fluctuations, medications, foods, weather and stress. While…
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Skis can be a expensive purchase, so before you buy you might want to rent a few times to get a better idea of what works for you. When you are ready to purchase, ask yourself some questions to narrow…
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1. The Bicycle Safety Vest Statistic Bicycle enthusiasts stay geared up with the perfect frame and wheels, a great suspension system, bike shorts and sunglasses and even that cool, rock-hard helmet. While all of these things improve your ride and…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Dietary fiber is a type of carbohydrate which cannot be digested by humans, yet still provides health benefits. According to Jackson Siegelbaum Gastroenterology, dietary fiber promotes bowel regularity, enhances the immune system and can even help to prevent certain types…
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost 30 percent of the deaths of American men are because of complications associated with heart disease. The American Heart Association says one of the most constructive ways to avoid heart…
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Hatha yoga is a broad term that may encompass many different types of yoga. The Sanskrit word Hatha means “willful” and yoga is translated into “union.” Hatha yoga serves as the foundation for different styles of yoga such as Bikram,…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Turmeric, the yellow spice used in curry, has been used for many years in Asian medicine to treat stomach ailments, arthritis, and even a lack of energy, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine’s Medline Plus. But while research…
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1. The Stats About 25 percent of American adults carry the genital herpes virus. But–get this–up to 90 percent of those infected don’t even know it. That’s because they have very mild symptoms, if any at all. Coupled with the…
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1. Umpires Award Free Hits as Field Hockey Penalties Every sport uses penalties to promote fair play and minimize unfair advantages. When it comes to free hits in field hockey, the umpires use their discretion and interpretation to determine the…
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Migraines are severe headaches lasting for hours or days that are often accompanied by nausea, vomiting or other sensory symptoms, such as ringing in the ears. Medications used to treat this condition help reduce painful symptoms and prevent migraines from…
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1. Step It Up Aikido is a martial art that relies completely on defensive body movements. There are no offensive moves in the sport, which aims to align the chi, or center of the spiritual body, with the physical placement…
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Kids need good finger strength and fine motor skills to successfully complete many daily activities. For example, kids need finger strength and dexterity when playing musical instruments such as a guitar or piano. Finger strength is also necessary for sports…
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A colon cleanse is considered a complimentary alternative therapy. Its function is to improve digestion, remove toxins from the intestinal tract, boost energy and enhance the immune system. The herbs used in supplements for colon detox have been shown to…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Toxins are compounds that can harm your body and cause disease. It is important to eliminate the toxins that have accumulated in your body. Your body is bombarded by toxins every day: chemicals from the food you consume, medications…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
The immune system is a complex collection of cells and tissues that act as the body’s defense against harmful microbes. Many factors can negatively impact immune health, including stress, nutritional deficiencies and genetic factors. In some instances, herbs and vitamins…
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In order to play football at a competitive level, you should work out on a year-long basis. The emphasis of those workouts change according to the time of year. During the offseason, conditioning is the major emphasis while during the…
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Curcumin, a potent antioxidant compound found in turmeric, has been used for centuries as a natural dye, seasoning and medicine. In Ayurveda, a 5,000-year-old system of medicine originating in India, curcumin in turmeric has been used to treat dozens of…
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Overview Human blood pH should be slightly alkaline, in the range of 7.35 to 7.45. Below or above this range results in an imbalance of the body’s pH, which can lead to various symptoms and diseases. Nutritional experts, like Dr. Doug…
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1. Emotional Freedom Technique Basics EFT, or emotional freedom techniques, are very similar to having a type of emotional acupuncture, except that by using this technique you stimulate energy points on the body with your fingertips. The principal of this…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
1. You Can Shave It Shaving is the most common method of removing hair. Men have been shaving their facial hair for thousands of years. Women started removing their hair for cosmetic reasons after World War I. Most American woman…
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March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview The only difference between a 5-day workout of a man and woman is the amount of weight or repetitions you choose to do. The exercises and equipment remain the same. Most women like to tone and not get big…
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People who have two or more unprovoked seizures are considered to have epilepsy, according to the Epilepsy Foundation. The medical condition affects mental, emotional and physical functions. A brief abnormal electrical discharge in the brain produces the seizures, which last…
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1. Charging, Tackles and Encroachment Charging is a broad term used to describe running onto an opponent or the ball in soccer. Depending on the situation, it can be a perfectly legal play or a foul that warrants a yellow…
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March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Grape seed extract, just as the common name implies, is the product that is derived from the seeds of grapes. As its scientific name, Vitis vinifera, may suggest, grapes that are to become grape seed extract are often procured from…
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Medicine droppers are tools usually made from a long piece of glass or plastic with a flexible rubber handle that is used to suction liquids in and out of the device. Medicine droppers have other uses outside the medicine field…
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Darvon is a schedule IV opiate pain reliever. Darvon’s active ingredients are acetaminophen and propoxyphene. Darvon is taken orally and is prescribed to relieve mild to moderate pain when acetaminophen or aspirin do not provide adequate relief. The drug’s safety…
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A flat stomach is prized by many women, especially after childbirth overstretches those muscles, leaving even a thin belly saggy. Getting a flat stomach requires not only dieting to burn fat overall, but also exercises that specifically target the obliques…
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Overview An accurate credit report is essential, and maintaining it is something that should not be taken lightly. If a mistake or inaccuracy is noticed, it is the customer’s job to dispute it and have it removed from their credit…
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