Overview The Infidelity Facts website states that up to 41 percent of spouses who cheat actually admit to their affair. The other percentage doesn’t get caught and they continue to lie to their spouses about sleeping with someone else. Everyone…
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1. Undergo Pre-Pregnancy Genetic Testing Gilbert’s disease is a hereditary disorder of your liver that makes your bilirubin levels higher than normal. Because this condition–also called Gilbert syndrome (GS)–is genetic, you can’t prevent it from happening if you have the…
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The breast muscles are known as the pectorals or “pecs.” The pectoralis major is involved with inward movement of the upper arms, while the pectoralis minor is responsible for moving your shoulders forward. In women, these muscles are beneath, above…
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Overview Ginger comes in a number of forms, each right for different recipes. Fresh ginger is a root, available in the produce section of the grocery store, while dried ginger is a powdered spice; however, crystallized ginger is a sugar…
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January 7, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
The digestive system begins in the mouth and ends at the anus. In between these two points are a number of organs lined by smooth muscles that aid in the breakdown and movement of food. Healthy digestion is the first…
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Overview Everyone experiences a constant stream of self-talk, according to the Mayo Clinic. It’s the voice in the writer’s head saying that her writing stinks and she should give up. It’s the voice encouraging the teen to try out for…
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Overview Breast cancer awareness means knowing risk factors, detection methods, symptoms and how to examine yourself. It also means educating yourself by seeking out reliable sources of information about breast cancer. Fortunately, the increase of breast cancer awareness has led…
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1. Maintain Good Dental Health In recent studies, tooth decay and dental abscesses have been linked to the incidence of heart disease. That’s because the bacteria caused by these infections can travel through the esophagus and into the chest cavity,…
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January 7, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Acne rosacea is a chronic skin eruption that’s symptoms begin with facial flushing and are gradually accompanied by bumps and red, pus-filled pimples. Although rosacea has no specific known cause, stress, spicy foods, alcohol, caffeine, hot beverages, sunlight and extreme…
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January 7, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
For more than two millennia, practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine have recognized the medicinal properties of Panax ginseng. Now, western medical researchers are beginning to confirm that the root powder extracted from this Asian plant may address a number of…
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1. Practice Good Hygiene Both bacterial and viral gastroenteritis can be transmitted from person to person. The best way to prevent the spread of disease is to wash your hands. After using the washroom or changing diapers, hands should be…
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In 2009, almost 25,000 people in the United States were diagnosed with a form of throat cancer, report health professionals with the National Cancer Institute. Throat cancer occurs when abnormal cells begin to grow along any region of the throat….
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Overview According to the Mayo Clinic, about one in five people experiences allergic rhinitis, or hay fever–an allergic reaction to airborne allergens–and many of these cases are considered seasonal allergies. The allergens grow only at certain times of the year….
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1. Prepare Yourself for the Confrontation You need to be cautious when confronting someone who exhibits signs of anorexia. If a friend or loved one is anorexic, she has become emotionally fragile and may have tied her identity to being…
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Overview A urinary tract infection, or UTI, can affect any of the organs of the urinary system including the kidneys, bladder, ureters or urethra. Most infections of the urinary tract occur in the lower part of the system, in the…
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Walking is an easy, effective way to stay in shape. The American Council on Exercise recommends walking because it is low impact, and can improve your cholesterol, blood pressure, weight and mood. As with all exercise programs, preparation is important…
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1. Take a Class Reiki is the art of energy healing, of learning to become sensitive enough to find energy blocks within oneself or a client, and then knowing how to disperse a blockage. One way to do so is…
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Every time basketball players step on the court, they should do so with the goal of improvement. Getting better in basketball can come in many forms, including improved shooting, ball handling skills and defense. Nearly all basketball players would like…
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January 7, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Horsetail may seem like little more than a roadside weed, but compounds in this plant appear to support the health of several systems in the body. The ancient Greeks and Romans used it to treat wounds and kidneys disorders, but…
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Overview Nicotine is a psychostimulant that occurs naturally in the tobacco plant. It is the addictive substance in tobacco products like snuff, cigarettes and cigars. Nicotine has been used as a pesticide due to its insect repellent properties. When inhaled…
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Overview The York compact 401 home multi-gym is a free-standing platform. The 401 multi-gym is sold with 24 exercise routines and has 120 lbs. of resistance in the form of a weight stack with eight selectorized plates. It comes with…
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Essential oils, the scented liquids derived from botanicals, lend their fragrance to soaps while boosting the soaps’ therapeutic and helping to preserve them. The amount of essential oil added to a soap batch varies depending on the strength of the…
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1. Confirm Irritable Bowel Syndrome Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, is a common cause of frequent indigestion. However, many other more serious diseases are often misdiagnosed as IBS, so don’t immediately accept IBS as an explanation. Irritable Bowel Syndrome is…
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1. Consider the Cause The treatment for simple partial seizure activity varies by syndrome cause. These episodes often stem from a brain injury, tumor, stroke or a congenital defect, and some acute conditions may require immediate surgery to correct the…
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January 7, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Juice detox programs recommend that you consume mostly juice and avoid solid foods for a set period of time. This type of diet is intended to help your body get rid of toxins, while also jump-starting your weight loss. Due…
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Each year, over 200,000 men in the United States are diagnosed with prostate cancer, reports the Association for International Cancer Research (AICR). Men over the age of 50 are at the highest risk of developing prostate cancer. Unfortunately, many patients…
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The biggest workout trends for 2010 will include time-saving and cost-effective workouts, according to the American Council on Exercise, a nonprofit fitness watchdog group. Performing circuit training routines at home covers both these factors. Circuit training provides a time-efficient method…
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1. Fundal Height: A Measurement of Fetal Growth One of the most important parts of your prenatal appointments is checking the growth of your baby. Your doctor or midwife can use several techniques to determine fetal growth. One of the…
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1. Avoid Prolonged or Strained Use of the Eyes Small inefficiencies in the way people use their eyes can lead to all sorts of ocular maladies. If you work at a computer 10 hours a day, for instance, take breaks…
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People have used hawthorn as an herbal treatment for heart disease symptoms for hundreds of years, and the University of Maryland Medical Center notes that research supports this use. The leaves, flowers and berries are used in liquid extracts with…
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