December 25, 2013 Exercises for Your Heart & Lungs
To gain health benefits to the heart and lungs, the American Heart Association recommends moderate-to-vigorous-intensity aerobic exercise for at least 30 minutes per day on most days of the week. Moderate-to-vigorous-intensity exercises will be approximately 50 to 85 percent of…
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Overview If you’re pregnant, you experience a number of changes as your body adjusts to the demands of the baby growing within your uterus. According to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, or ACOG, your weight gain of 25…
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When it comes to the non-life threatening form of stored fat called cellulite, it is really hard to remove completely. What you can do, however, is make it less noticeable by doing exercises that tone your muscles. If it is…
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December 25, 2013 Exercises to Shrink the Waist
In the textbook “Exercise Physiology: Energy, Nutrition and Human Performance,” authors Dr. William D. McArdle and Professors Frank I. Katch and Victor L. Katch describe the muscles of the abdomen as the transverse abdominis, muscles that stretch around the waist,…
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Overview The treadmill is a popular piece of exercise equipment used by people of all fitness levels. Treadmills allow users to adjust speed and incline for walking, jogging or even high-speed running. A variety of programming options provide fun and…
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Colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer in both men and women in the United States, according to the National Cancer Society. Colorectal cancer refers to the cancer that begins in the colon or rectum, both of which are…
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1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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There is a variety of backpacking stoves on the market. Finding the one that is best for you begins with knowing your specific needs. There are stoves designed for different fuel types, to be lightweight, reliable in variable weather conditions,…
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December 25, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Although tattooing has been used in civilizations around the world for millennia, it only gained popularity in the Western world in the last few hundred years. Getting a tattoo has become a rite of passage for many Westerners–according to Skin…
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December 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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Overview While grieving from the loss of a parent, you may find an opportunity to develop emotionally, spiritually and physically through the practice of yoga. The former senior editor for “Yoga Journal,” Phil Catalafo, writes that some of the Eastern…
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Overview Willow bark and aspirin both have properties that can reduce pain and inflammation. The salicin in willow bark is so close to aspirin that it was used to develop aspirin in the 1800s. If you are experiencing pain or…
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If you are looking to add variety to your everyday workouts, look no further than circuit training. This type of workout is characterized by doing a series of exercises consecutively for a high number of reps or a specified amount…
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December 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Licorice root has been used in traditional medicine to treat a wide variety of illnesses. You can take licorice root to treat the common cold, skin conditions, digestive tract problems and canker sores. Licorice root contains the active ingredient glycyrrhiza,…
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Overview Goji berries (wolf berries, Lycium barbarum) are small, red edible berries that are indigenous to the Himalayas and have been used as food and medicine in Asia for over 5,000 years. Goji berries are reputed as a miracle fruit…
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December 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Turmeric is most well-known as the spice that gives curry dishes their flavor and color. The majority of turmeric in the world comes from India, where it has also been used medicinally for centuries, according to the University of…
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More than 250 million tons of garbage were produced during 2008, according to a study by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Of that total, 61 million tons were recycled and 22.1 million tons were composted. While recycling efforts have increased…
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The knee joint is composed of four bones and four main stabilizing ligaments. Two of these ligaments are the anterior cruciate ligament and the posterior cruciate ligament, which run diagonally in front and behind the knee joint. Cruciate ligament injuries…
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1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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December 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
A type of blue-green algae that typically grows in brackish lakes in Mexico and Africa, spirulina is a supplement that’s rich in minerals, proteins, vitamins and antioxidants. Spirulina is commonly used as a nutritional supplement, but early medical evidence has…
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December 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Bubble tea originated in Taiwan in the 1980s and spread to other East Asian countries before reaching the U.S. Bubble tea has gained in popularity since then, particularly on the West Coast in college towns. The ingredients and size…
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Because of the economy and America’s dependence on foreign oil, hybrid cars have become more popular and an environmentally-friendly option in the past few years. Hybrid cars are known for featuring great fuel economy, and being a cost-effective option. Knowing…
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Overview Manuka honey is known for its exceptional antibacterial properties, according to Professor Peter Molan from the University of Waikato’s Honey Research Unit. The honey is from bees from New Zealand that feed on the flowers of manuka trees. The…
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December 25, 2013 Children's Health
Lying awake at night unable to sleep is no fun, and can leave you exhausted and grumpy in the morning. Instead of reaching for the sleeping pills or a glass of wine, which according to the Mayo Clinic may prevent…
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Yoga is an ancient practice from India dating back nearly 5,000 years. Many think of yoga as stretching or simply another form of physical fitness. However, traditional yoga teaches proper diet, breathing and meditation in addition to principles of ethical…
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a condition where airflow is persistently blocked on exhalation. Air becomes trapped in the lungs, which increases the effort required to breath. The disease is commonly associated with emphysema or bronchitis. The National…
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If you’re going to survive in the woods, you’ll have four basic needs: food, water, warmth and shelter. How important these are depends partly on your environment. In the mountains during stormy weather or the winter season, having a fire…
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December 25, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
An itchy body rash commonly occurs as a result of exposure to allergens or irritants. People who are allergic to poison ivy, for instance, develop a rash at the site of exposure, which spreads after the person scratches the infected…
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December 25, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Although sweating is a completely natural body function, most people do not like the look, feel, or even smell of it. Sweating helps keep our bodies cool, but it can also make us look unattractive and feel uncomfortable. If you…
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Chronic pancreatits refers to long-term irreversible damage to the pancreas. The organ that lies behind the stomach belongs to two body systems–the digestive and endocrine system. As an integral part of both systems, when damaged, the pancreas causes abnormal digestion…
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