You can make gains in your strength by performing basic exercises with perfect form. Incorporate abdominal and pectoral exercises into your routine to add size and definition to your chest. Exercising your six major ab muscles will promote core strength…
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Increased levels of estrogen, or estrogen dominance syndrome, may be experienced by a woman at any point in her life. According to complementary medicine practitioner Dr. Ronald Hoffman, excessive levels of estrogen and a deficiency of progesterone cause many problems…
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1. Order Your Drinks Virgin If you have hepatitis C, you must maintain a healthy liver. Since your body uses the liver to process alcohol, you should stop drinking it. If you’re a mixed-drink fan, ask your waiter to mix…
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Softball developed from baseball, although it uses a larger ball and is played on a smaller field. Both men and women play softball, which is an international sport. Players can play in fast-pitch, slow-pitch or modified softball leagues. Most softball…
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A urinary tract infection, or UTI, occurs when bacteria enters the urinary tract and causes an infection. A burning sensation when urinating, urges to urinate, passing small amounts of urine and blood in the urine are symptoms of a UTI….
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Overview There are three in-mouth causes of toothache pain. The first is tooth decay from inadequate dental hygiene. A toothache may result from a tooth abscess, or infection or from trauma to the mouth. Or your toothache may result from…
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According to a 2005 study published in the “British Journal of Sports Medicine,” the golf swing is a complex movement that uses your entire body to create power to propel a golf ball long distances with accuracy. The researchers of…
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Helicobacter pylori, or H. pylori, is a bacterium common in developing countries that can cause infection of the stomach and small intestine, peptic ulcers and stomach cancer. Treatment of H. pylori infections involves the administration of one or more types…
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1. Assess Your Skin Pigment Look for a possible yellowing of your skin and the whites of your eyes (jaundice) to determine if you have Gilbert’s disease, sometimes referred to as Gilbert syndrome or GS. Gilbert’s disease is a condition…
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January 16, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
1. Make Sure Charcoal Is the Right Choice Activated charcoal is a good antidote for a number of different poisons, but it can’t be used for everything. Poisons that are inhaled or exposed to the skin can’t be treated with…
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Exercises after wrist surgery have the intent of returning you and your wrist to everyday activities. Do not rush the exercises or overdo them, which can cause more damage than good, according to Sports Science Orthopedic Clinic. After doing the…
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The average American produces about 56 tons of trash per year, according to the Clean Air Council. The U.S. throws away enough garbage per day to fill more than 60,000 garbage trucks. Much of this garbage, including glass, paper, aluminum…
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While there are many codified rules of tennis, even a few governing sportsmanship, regular players of the game know the do’s and don’ts of playing the game in polite tennis circles. Understanding what is considered courteous and acceptable behavior among…
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January 16, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Your hands can become dry and chapped from using abrasive soaps, overexposure to water and cold, dry or windy weather. In severe cases, cracks may develop that could attract infection and inflammation, according to Harvard Health Publications. Dry hands can…
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Overview Setting up a volleyball court is a great segue to fun group gatherings and exercise since volleyball is a challenging sport and provides a vigorous workout. It is also a fantastic way to create great memories with good friends…
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Overview Running can provide a solid cardiovascular workout. It helps strengthen the heart and lungs, and it burns calories to support weight loss. However, it can also place stress and demands on the body. Runners may develop abdominal pain that…
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January 16, 2014 Mental Health
The advantage of maintaining a positive attitude can mean more than just having happy thoughts. A positive attitude can improve your health, boost your self confidence and contribute to your success in social and professional settings. In addition to improving…
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January 16, 2014 Mental Health
Schizophrenia is a mental health disorder that impairs perceptions of reality in addition to causing abnormal behavior symptoms. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) estimates nearly one percent of Americans as having this disorder in any given year. Schizophrenia…
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Your core is made up of your rectus abdominus, obliques, erector spinea and transverse abdominus. These muscles work together to stabilize your spine as well as control gross spine movement. A strong core can protect your spine and promote good…
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1. Go to Your Physician Right Away Your doctor can conduct a number of tests which can determine both the severity of the condition and possible causes of it. On the benign scale, the condition can stem from nothing more…
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1. Consider the Possibility of Cold or Flu Nasal congestion is common to several health conditions. Chronic rhinitis, or stuffy and drippy nose, is diagnosed by first ruling out a transitory virus. An upper respiratory infection such as a cold…
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Overview Celebrex (generic name celecoxib) is a one of many pain medications in the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, or NSAID, class. This medication has analgesic, or pain relieving, as well as anti-inflammatory properties. The FDA approved Celebrex in 1998 for the…
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A night out at the club, pub or bar may be a good way to meet people, but it can also break the bank. Paying for cover charges and drinks is an expensive way to see if you can meet…
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Injuries to the elbow are usually the result of overuse during a sporting activity, such as tennis or baseball, or from a job related injury, such as butchering meat or working in a manufacturing plant. The elbow joint is a…
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Overview Exercise during pregnancy helps you feel good, stay healthy and prepare your body for giving birth. Finding an exercise routine that suits you during pregnancy depends on a number of factors, including your fitness level before pregnancy and any…
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January 16, 2014 Children's Health
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is commonly associated with behavioral problems in children, but up to half of those ADHD affected children will continue to have the disorder throughout their adulthood. Adults may resist being labeled with a psychiatric condition,…
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January 16, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Chances are, you have something that contains paraffin in your household. Paraffin is common on ingredient lists for everything from household products to in-home spa treatments. There’s even food-grade paraffin, often found in gum, on the Federal Drug Administration’s…
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1. Recognize the Signs of Emotional Eating If you’re excessively hungry, it could be due to an emotional or psychological condition. The difference between emotional and nutritional eating is that a normal appetite builds gradually, while emotional hunger appears without…
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January 16, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Snacking is key to increasing your metabolic rate, according to Bodybuildingforyou.com. Protein in particular is good to increase metabolism, as it helps with muscle building and takes more work to digest, forcing your body to work harder and burn more…
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Overview Transportation and lodging costs can gobble up huge chunks of your vacation budget, especially if your destination is Hawaii, an island chain in the south Pacific Ocean, about 2,500 miles southwest of the mainland United States. Even if you…
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