Overview Depression is an illness in which feelings of sadness, grief and despair overwhelm your emotional well being. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, major depressive disorder affects 14.8 million adults in the U.S. When symptoms of depression…
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1. Know Your Family History and Risk Factors Your genetic disposition to developing optical glioma may be your single-most-important risk factor. White people develop optical gliomas more frequently than black people do. If brain tumors run in your family, then…
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1. Engage in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Cognitive-behavioral therapy is generally regarded as the most effective form of therapy to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Cognitive therapy works to shed light on your thought patterns, examine their underlying roots and help you adopt…
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Nearly half of all marriages end in divorce, according to Discovery.com. Some of the reasons for marriage breakups could be eliminated if couples learned effective communication skills, learned to adjust expectations and learned to be more sensitive to their spouse’s…
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Flu-like illness is a common complaint of people with herpes, according to Dr. Lawrence Corey in “Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine.” Notably absent, however, are characteristic respiratory symptoms of flu such as dry cough and runny nose. Flu-like symptoms with…
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Overview The cerebral cortex of the brain is divided into two hemispheres. The left hemisphere controls the right side of the body and is responsible for language and analytical thought. The right hemisphere controls the left side of the body…
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Your thighs contain some of the largest muscles in your body. Because these muscles all work together, they’re capable of moving much more weight than your upper body. According to Arnold Schwarzenegger in “The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding,” you…
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A child that develops persistently high blood sugar levels can be diagnosed with a medical condition called type 1 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes, which was formerly referred to as juvenile diabetes, is diagnosed in over 15,000 juveniles in the United…
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January 19, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Kegel exercises strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. The concept dates to the late 1940s, when Dr. Arnold Kegel developed these exercises to assist women who experienced incontinence following childbirth, according to the health website Medline Plus, operated by the…
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When you lose a loved one, either through death or estrangement, you will almost surely feel profound loss. Psychiatrist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross described this process in five separate stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. However, the grieving process varies from…
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January 19, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
The ulnar nerve passes from the shoulder, through the outside of the elbow, through the wrist and to the hand. Compression or irritation of the nerve anywhere along its path can lead to pain, tingling and numbness of the last…
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Lymphedema is a disorder that causes excess protein-rich fluid to accumulate in the interstitial tissues of the body. It commonly manifests as swelling in the extremities and can cause significant health problems if not treated appropriately. A comprehensive treatment including…
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January 19, 2014 Children's Health
Reading opens a world of knowledge, but learning to read can be a struggle for many children. It’s easier than you might think to teach your own child to read, whether you’re starting with a preschooler or working with a…
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Gardnerella vaginalis is one of a number of bacteria including Mycoplasma hominis and several anaerobic organisms that cause the bacterial vaginosis syndrome characterized by a fishy smelling and white vaginal discharge, according to “Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine.” Among women…
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January 19, 2014 Mental Health
Many different herbal supplements are available for treating your influenza symptoms and even decreasing your risks of getting the flu. Numerous clinical trials and studies have been conducted on herbal remedies for treating and preventing colds, but far fewer studies…
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January 19, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Building muscle requires protein, and lots of it. Two popular protein options are milk and whey protein. Milk, which is made up of 80 percent casein and 20 percent whey, is the old school protein source. These days, whey…
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Overview If you’re looking to start a weight-loss program, you may be curious about the effectiveness of hypnotism. Many hypnotists offer sessions tailored to losing weight, in addition to other programs such as smoking cessation and managing phobias. Although some…
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January 19, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Nutrition scientists are now looking into modifying fat recommendations in the diet, according to experts with the Peanut Institute. Diets high in monounsaturated fats are beneficial to the heart and lower cholesterol. Foods high in monounsaturated fats include olive oil,…
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January 19, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
A well-planned vegetarian diet will adequately meet nutritional needs, says the Mayo Clinic. A vegetarian diet primarily consists of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds. A lacto-ovo vegetarian diet includes milk and egg products as well and omits…
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According to All About Running, a running-related website offering running articles, news and tips, warming up before running yields both physical and psychological benefits. Although it’s possible to go from standing still to a fast-paced run, the sudden transition from…
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Asthma is chronic lung disorder that affects more than 23 million Americans, including 7 million children, notes the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology. The lungs of an asthmatic person become inflamed and narrow when irritating substances, or allergens,…
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Bike riding is a pastime for some, a weight loss method for others, and for people like seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong, it’s a career. Whether you are a weekend biker or competitive athlete, two things are common…
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The body’s inability to utilize glucose due to inefficient insulin production causes it to seek an alternative source of fuel and energy–fat cells. The breakdown of fat results in the production of a highly acidic substance called ketones. Ketones build…
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1. Wait It Out Absence epilepsy typically surfaces in childhood, but it may not be a lasting condition. Most children outgrow the disorder before the end of adolescence, though for some, it evolves into complex partial or tonic-clonic episodes that…
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The effects of smoking on the respiratory system include acute infections and chronic diseases. These conditions aren’t limited to tobacco users, but extend to people who breathe their secondhand smoke. For this reason, many employers and managers of public buildings…
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January 19, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
If you’ve ever eaten an Indian curry, you’re probably familiar with turmeric. It is the yellowish spice commonly used in Indian cuisine. While it adds delicious flavor to your meals, it also offers many benefits to your health. Curcumin, the…
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1. Look at the Clues in Your Child’s Growth Patterns At every well-child checkup, children are weighed, measured and have their head circumference recorded. Most of the time children’s growth patterns are unremarkable, but sometimes the early symptoms of disorders…
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Overview A treadmill allows you to train for a 5K, regardless of your goals. Go from couch potato to 5K finisher or improve on your last race’s performance. Whether you do all your training on a treadmill or combine it…
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January 19, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Depression is a medical illness that involves the body and mind, and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems, according to the Mayo Clinic. It is a chronic illness that usually requires long-term treatment. Harvard Health…
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The shoulder is one of the more complex areas of the body, involving two separate joints–the acromioclavicular and glenohumeral joints–as well as many muscles and tendons. Due to its complexity, the shoulder is a common injury site for both acute…
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