Circuit training is an exercise method in which you visit a specific number of strength training exercises in consecutive order, with little or no rest. When designing a circuit, consider your workout goals, total exercise time and equipment available. Intense…
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Overview The rider’s position differs on recumbent bikes and standard bikes. Instead of sitting upright with the pedals under the body, a recumbent bike puts you in a reclined position with your legs extending forward to pedal. Understanding the pros…
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1. Use Tissue or Fluid Samples The most common diagnostic procedure used to detect MRSA infection is likely the first one your doctor will use: tissue or fluid sampling. After removing bodily tissue from an affected area of skin or…
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Overview Upright bikes are far more common than recumbent versions. Whether you are looking for an indoor stationary cardio machine or an outdoor cycle, both offer cardio conditioning and calorie-burning benefits. Understanding each type’s specific features can help you choose…
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January 19, 2014 Children's Health
Overview Bringing home a new baby is a joyous event. However, for most parents, it is also a time of worry. Most parents have concern over whether their child is growing and developing as he should. Fortunately, although the time…
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Therabands are excellent exercise aids that allow you greater range of motion, gentle resistance and more control over joint movements. Therabands are often used in rehabilitation centers for physical therapy, but anyone performing stretching and toning movements may benefit from…
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Overview Gout is a type of arthritis characterized by sharp uric acid crystals that get deposited in the joints. As a result of this, the joints become inflamed and irritated, often leading to extreme pain. Causes Uric acid is a…
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Apraxia resulting from stroke can arrive in several forms and in many cases-accompanies aphasia–a language disorder. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke suggest that apraxia can affect the mouth, limbs, movements, speech, cognitive processes and the eyes which…
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Humidifiers are appliances you can put in your home to add moisture to dry air. According to Humidifier Reviews, ideal indoor humidity is between 30 percent and 50 percent. Air is not always within this range, due to artificial heating…
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1. Be Visual Autistic children respond more quickly to visual cues than to written instructions. When you teach an autistic child how to develop problem-solving skills, you may want to use diagrams, flash cards or other visual medium to show…
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January 19, 2014 Mental Health
1. Consider Biological Factors The exact causes of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are not certain, but there is considerable evidence to suggest that the biochemical mixture of the brain plays a significant part. Specifically, people with OCD have a deficiency of…
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January 19, 2014 Mental Health
1. Agitation: It’s Not Just an Angry Outburst Identify outbursts of anger and repetitive behavior patterns as agitation. Get a clinical assessment to be certain. Learn the signs and symptoms of agitation so you know when to expect them and…
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Overview Heat stroke strikes after prolonged exposure to sun or heat and is considered a life-threatening emergency. Babies and children under 4 years old are at high risk of developing heat stroke, along with people over 65, overweight individuals and…
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January 18, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Heart rate is typically measured as the number of times the heart beats in one minute. Because blood carries oxygen to cells, heart rate varies based on the body’s need for oxygen. Throughout an exercise regimen, heart rate increases…
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January 18, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
The skin, also known as the integumentary system, is the largest organ of the body, and since it covers the body, it is the only organ that’s always visible. If anything goes wrong with the skin, it is immediately seen…
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Mucus can look clear, yellow or green. It can be thin and watery or thick and clotted. It usually appears in the nose and/or throat. It can last for a few days, months or even years. People who have any…
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January 18, 2014 Women's Health
Many people experience mood swings, or periods of highs and lows, throughout their lives. Possible causes for mood swings include changes in hormone levels, especially during pregnancy and menopause; mental illness such as bipolar disorder or seasonal affective disorder; and…
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Gasoline is the most common fuel used for consumer transportation. Gasoline is refined from petroleum found deep beneath the Earth’s surface. Unfortunately, petroleum is a fossil fuel and fossil fuels are a nonrenewable resource. Once the Earth’s petroleum supply is…
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With the huge amount of baby bottles on the market, new parents may be overwhelmed when trying to decide which one to use. The best choice for one baby may be different than the best choice for another baby. Baby…
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January 18, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
After piercing your earlobes and the outer rim, or helix, of your cartilage, you may be interested in piercing other parts of your ear. Professional body piercers offer piercings of other parts of your ear cartilage. During a consultation at…
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Overview As the Western world continues to recognize the need for energy sources that are not derived from fossil fuels, interest in solar energy increases. Homes, businesses and even vehicles can potentially be powered by solar energy, which is harnessed…
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If you have been traveling and ate something that did not digest well or you practice regular colon cleansing as a way to keep the gastrointestinal tract clean, you have many options. Many types of herbal teas, supplements and other…
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Overview Triglycerides, the major form of fat in the body and in food, perform important functions required for health, but an excess of fat in the blood contributes to heart disease, obesity and other health problems. Triglycerides such as those…
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January 18, 2014 Mental Health
Overview For many Americans, the prospect of delivering a speech is enough to trigger sweaty palms, a knotted stomach and overwhelming dread. According to the University of Southern Mississippi Speaking Center, approximately 70 percent of the population suffers from some…
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January 18, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
When you emerge from the hospital after giving birth, you are usually about 10 pounds lighter than when you arrived. The extra post-baby weight might come as a shock if you planned on returning to your pre-pregnancy shape almost immediately…
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January 18, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Iron is a mineral that functions as a carrier of oxygen in the blood, explains Ohio State University Extension. Iron also helps the immune system, cognitive development, temperature regulation, and energy metabolism. The Recommended Dietary Allowance of iron for adult…
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Any product on a list of the best female fat burners should address the unique physiology of a woman’s body. Women typically find more difficulty in losing body fat because they have very different hormonal profiles as compared to men,…
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January 18, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Flaxseed oil, sometimes called linseed oil, is made from crushed flax seeds and contains high levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids such as ALA, an important omega-3 fatty acid. Because of that, flaxseed oil is used by herbalists to treat a…
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1. Lower Your Blood Pressure to Treat Nephropathy If you have nephropathy, or damage to the kidneys that is often caused by high blood pressure or diabetes, the path to treatment can be fairly simple. Generally, your doctor will use…
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January 18, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Nutrition and exercise are an essential part of overall health. Both help manage weight, which helps make a person look and feel better and lowers the risk for several serious medical conditions. The American Heart Association notes that people…
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