December 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Of all the nutritional supplements you can take, green tea extract is probably one of the most well studied. Much of the interest surrounds its high levels of antioxidants, ingredients believed to destroy cancer-causing free radicals. Green tea extract…
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December 31, 2013 Out of the Weight Room Training for Football Off-Season
Overview Those who play organized football know that the sport requires full-year training. It’s not enough to participate in summer training camp, go to practice and play in games. You also have to work hard in the off-season to get…
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Overview Psyllium has water-soluble fibers inside its husk and seed that form a gel in your intestines when combined with water. This fiber often is found in laxatives, cereals and weight-loss aids. Psyllium also may be called ispaghula or flea…
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December 31, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
“Look, but don’t touch” is good advice when dealing with contact skin rashes. These uncomfortable episodes of itching, blisters and inflammation occur when the skin comes in contact with substances that are either irritants or allergens. There are several types…
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Making a list of equipment for your camping trip can save you many headaches. With a camping checklist, you won’t need to worry about forgetting an important item and having to make an emergency trip to the nearest store. Having…
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December 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Garlic is not only a flavorful seasoning, but also a supplement full of nutrients that provide health benefits. If a person does not like eating foods with garlic or wants to prevent breath odors, they can take a garlic supplement…
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1. Learning Discipline While yoga is not typically thought to be the best exercise for losing weight, some people in the yoga world believe it can. For one thing, yoga involves discipline, something overeaters don’t always possess in huge amounts….
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December 31, 2013 Senior Health
Thin skin is a problem that can lead to complications, such as bruising and bleeding. Most of the time it’s not a sign of anything serious, according to the Mayo Clinic. But it can be a symptom of a condition…
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The National Institutes of Health states that arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints. Furthermore, arthritis involves the breakdown of the cartilage in joints that absorb shock when pressure is placed on it. Arthritis in the back occurs…
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Overview While many protocols of business etiquette such as when to exchange business cards or exchange gifts, apply to men and women equally, aspects of clothing and demeanor may apply to women specifically. Female entrepreneurs may need to know what…
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December 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The Lap-Band System is a surgical weight-loss device that was approved for use by the Federal Drug Administration in 2001. In the Lap-Band System U.S. clinical trial, according to an FDA document, the device helped obese patients lose an…
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December 31, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview As a pregnant woman, you have specific nutritional needs for both yourself and your baby, but fulfilling them doesn’t have to be complicated. One surprising fact is how few extra calories you need at this time–about 300 more calories…
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Adrenals glands may be the size of walnuts but their impact on your well-being and daily health cannot be overstated. If your adrenal glands fall into disrepair, tasks you had previously taken for granted may become difficult, while both your…
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December 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
In Ayurveda, the traditional Indian herbal medicinal practice, turmeric is used to warm and strengthen the body. It is a powerful antibacterial and anti-fungal that helps improve digestion, eliminate worms, cleanse the gallbladder and liver, purify the blood and relieve…
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The part of the spine that runs through the neck, known as the cervical spine, can become injured in a variety of ways that can damage the spinal cord itself or the nerve roots and vertebrae connected to it. If…
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Overview Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in the United States, but according to the American Heart Association, a healthy diet could reduce those numbers. A diet for cardiac problems, or heart-healthy diet, is prescribed to help…
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According to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC), hatha yoga is the most widely practiced form of yoga in the United States. This type of yoga places emphasis on the physical postures, meaning other elements, like pranayama, or breathing…
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December 31, 2013 Women's Health
If you are looking to add the herbal supplement dong quai to your regular diet for the treatment of a health issue, you should also be aware of the possible side effects associated with the herb. Widely available in most…
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Strengthening the spine in individuals with significant curvature of the spine, a condition known as scoliosis, requires careful considerations. The muscles attached to a scoliotic spine are in a state of imbalance, with corresponding muscles being either too short or…
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December 31, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
The skin is a complex organ made up of a number of tissue types, which work together to maintain the integrity of the skin and form a barrier between the environment and the rest of the body. Skin contains thousands…
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Adaptogenic herbs enhance your ability to cope with physical, mental and emotional stress. Stress stems from a variety of sources, including excessive work, difficult life situations or toxins in the environment. Chronic stress may result in anxiety, fatigue, reduced immunity…
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December 31, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview You have been thinking about your lost relative and wanting to resume contact with her. You want to find out what made her decide to break contact with your family so you can try to help heal any emotional…
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Chewing gum, particularly the sugarless kind, enhances oral health by washing away food debris and reducing plaque formation and the risk of developing cavities. But it also offers additional health benefits for other parts of the body, such as the…
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December 31, 2013 Tips to Improve Mental Toughness in Basketball
Being mentally tough in basketball can be just as valuable an asset as great height or a smooth jump shot. This means keeping your emotions in check and your head in the game, regardless of the situation. If your shots…
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December 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Approximately 85 percent of women who menstruate experience at least one PMS symptom, explains the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Some of these women will experience PMS so severe that it will interfere with their ability to function at…
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Overview The American College of Sports Medicine recommends at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise on most days to gain the health benefits associated with physical activity. Aerobic exercise is also called cardiovascular exercise, or “cardio” for short. You…
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Overview Originally developed in India as a spiritual practice, yoga is a multi-faceted discipline intended to unite the individual self with the universal consciousness through physical postures, mediation, and breath control. In recent times, yoga has come to be appreciated…
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December 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Although it is best known as a spice, turmeric is a powerful antioxidant that has been used for centuries as an herbal remedy for various maladies. It’s most well-known use is as the key flavoring in Indian curry dishes, and…
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Overview Blue-light therapy, also called photodynamic therapy, is a medical treatment that uses a photosensitizing drug and a particular type of light. The photosensitizer is activated by specific wavelengths of light that are delivered by laser or light-emitting diodes, or…
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December 31, 2013 Children's Health
When it comes to the world of dating, changing customs and modern times make it difficult to understand what is acceptable. Whether you like online dating or a more classic approach, the world of dating doesn’t need to be confusing…
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