December 26, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Couples who want to prevent pregnancy have a number of options available. While abstinence is the only method that proves 100 percent effective, some other methods come close. However, couples should also consider things like side effects, availability, cost and…
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December 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Cystic acne, also referred to as boils, occurs when excess oil secretions clog skin pores, causing infection. Boils are characterized by tender, red bumps which become filled with pus. Whiteheads may also be pus-filled, but usually do not become infected…
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December 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Instead of medication, supplements may be taken to reduce the severity of anxiety-related symptoms such as muscle tension and fatigue; however, there are potential side effects. In “Overcoming Anxiety for Dummies,” Dr. Charles H. Elliott and Dr. Laura L. Smith…
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December 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The number of calories you burn depends upon your weight, the activity you are doing and, most importantly, the intensity level with which you are exercising. Any activity that you perform can be done at a variety of intensity…
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December 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
If you are looking to lose weight quickly, you can perform a variety of exercises that burn calories fast and increase metabolism, or the rate at which the body utilizes energy or fat. Combined with a reduced-calorie diet and whole-body…
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December 26, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Hair loss comes in many forms, but the type of hair loss most people inherit from their relatives through genetics is androgenic alopecia, commonly known as male pattern baldness. Although the term suggests that the condition affects only men,…
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Across the United States jurisdictions exists that permit legal separation as an alternative to divorce, according to the American Bar Association Section of Family Law. Although divorce and legal separation represent similar types of legal proceedings, the end result of…
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December 26, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Stretch marks appear when the skin is overstretched during rapid periods of growth. Pregnant women, bodybuilders and adolescents are most prone to the condition. Although stretch marks may fade in color over time, you may want to consider procedures…
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December 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
There are various reasons for someone to experience fluctuations in mood, as explained on herbs2000.com. A healthy diet affects your mind and body, as your emotions are more likely to become unstable if there is an imbalance or inadequacy in…
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December 26, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Kegels are a series of exercises which can help tighten up the pubococcygeal muscles (PC muscles), muscles that originate from your pubic bone, go under your genitals and attach to your tail bone. All men and women have PC…
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Overview Genital Herpes is caused by the herpes simplex virus II (HSV-II). It is estimated that one million new cases occur each year in the U.S. alone. The infection is transmitted during sexual intercourse or by other intimate contact with…
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Overview How fast your heart beats during exercise has a direct impact on the amount of weight you can lose, advises Scott Powers and Edward Howley, authors of the book “Exercise Physiology: Theory and Application to Fitness and Performance.” To…
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December 26, 2013 Mental Health
Certain herbs have sedative properties that affect the nervous system, the digestive system or the circulatory system. You can use herbs to combat stress caused by work, family, fatigue or internal problems. Concoct herbal remedies from the bark, leaves, flowers…
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December 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Flaxseed oil, also called linseed oil, comes from the seeds of the flax plant. The flax plant is known by the scientific name Linum usitatissimum. The most common use of flaxseed oil in human nutrition is as a dietary…
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If you’re looking for ways to work out at home, DVDs offer the ultimate solution. Not only are they cheap, but most require no equipment and are usually clearly labeled for fitness level, so if you’re a beginner you won’t…
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December 26, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Psoriasis is a skin disorder, generally manifested in the form of skin inflammation and pruritus. It further causes abnormal proliferation of the affected part of the skin; a scaly plaque may appear. The cause is an abnormal immune system….
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December 26, 2013 Women's Health
Overview The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that about 80 percent of all women will experience a vaginal yeast infection at least once in their lives. In fact, it is estimated that 50 percent of college women…
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December 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Achieving a healthy weight can help you improve your appearance and your health. Losing weight requires you to burn more calories than you consume. The amount of calories necessary to spur weight loss varies from person to person. Devising…
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Little by little, tobacco use harms the human body until, in many cases, death occurs. The U.S. Surgeon General holds smoking accountable for one in five American deaths, and the majority of these victims were long-term smokers. In fact, half…
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In addition to being a highly beneficial form of exercise that can increase strength and flexibility, boost the immune system and provide relief from insomnia, yoga may be ideally suited for weight loss. According to Dr. Timothy McCall, Yoga Journal’s…
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December 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Losing weight doesn’t have to feel like torture. In fact, many of the most effective things you can do to reduce the numbers on the scale are easy and require no special equipment or knowledge. While counting calories is effective,…
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Aside from the common cold, ear infections are the most commonly diagnosed childhood illness in the U.S., according to KidsHealth, and more than 75 percent of kids have had at least one infection by their third birthday. There are many…
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Overview Medicine ball training can provide your body with a baseball-specific workout that regular weight training can’t match. Though weight training can increase general strength and build muscle, medicine ball training can work muscles that you usually only use when…
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December 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Located between the lower lip and the chin, labret piercings take roughly six to eight weeks to heal. The healthier you are, the faster your labret piercing will heal. Sleeping for at least eight hours the night before the piercing,…
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Overview Ayurveda, India’s science of life,.brings health to the body by balancing the subtle energies called doshas. There are three doshas; Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Everyone has all three of doshas in different proportions to one another. If one of…
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Overview Chlamydia is an infection caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. It is contracted through vaginal, anal or oral intercourse. If left untreated, chlamydia can cause sterility in both men and women, as well as discharge and painful urination. According…
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Chair exercises are safe and simple to perform, and are ideal for older adults, obese, disabled and arthritic populations. They can also be easily performed at work while sitting at your desk. Chair exercises require minimal balance, strength and coordination….
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Overview Private swimming pools often serve as a hub where families spend time together, recreate together and have fun creating stronger relationships. Tragic accidents can be avoided when effective safety strategies are used to secure the pool and proper safety…
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Osteoporosis causes decreased bone mass and strength in the hips and increases the risk for fracturing them from falls, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Fortunately, osteoporosis patients can perform hip exercises that can reverse, stop or…
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Overview Environmentally friendly light bulbs bearing the Energy Star label meet the energy-efficiency standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). These bulbs consume less energy than traditional incandescent light bulbs. There are some hazards associated with energy-saving bulbs,…
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