December 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The U.S. Green Building Council developed LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, to provide guidelines and certifications for contractors, architects and homeowners who want to implement green design into their building project. The U.S. General Services Administration…
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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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Overview If you’re pregnant, you may feel tired and out of sorts as your body goes through a myriad of changes to meet the demands of the baby growing within your womb. According to the American College of Obstetricians and…
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Overview The concept of the carbon footprint provides a measure for the contribution you make to global warming. Your lifestyle choices carry an environmental cost in terms of the amount of greenhouse gases they contribute to the atmosphere. Your carbon…
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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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Numbness and tingling is an abnormal sensation that may occur anywhere in the body, with the most common areas being the extremities. There are several possible causes for this condition, including the possibility that it is a symptom of a…
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The Mayo Clinic defines sciatica as a pain running from your back, down your buttocks and into your leg along the path of the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is most often caused by a herniated disk. Most cases can be resolved…
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You can reduce your carbon footprint by taking a whole-house approach to saving energy. Start with some no-cost or low-cost steps and then consider improvements that will make your home more comfortable while saving you energy. Over time the changes…
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Overview Cortisol is a corticosteroid hormone that is most commonly known as the “stress” hormone because of its role in the body’s physiological response to physical and emotional stress. The presence of cortisol is necessary to maintain homeostasis throughout the…
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Deeply ingrained in society across cultural lines, dance is different from most physical activities. A tool for celebration and for love, people write songs about dance and create shows about dance. Using dance as a tool for exercise and weight…
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Glaucoma results when the pressure inside of the eye damages the optic nerve. The damage does not cause pain or offer early warning signs in the common forms of glaucoma. Doctors may notice signs on an eye exam, but, for…
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According to the American Cancer Society, more than 57,750 people in the United States were diagnosed with renal cell carcinoma or kidney cancer in 2009. Obesity, high blood pressure, smoking, protracted kidney dialysis, and exposure to asbestos or cadmium increase…
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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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Fitness videos offer a way for you to exercise at home instead of going to gym. You can find workout videos for almost any genre of fitness, including kickboxing, strength training, Pilates and yoga. Tae Bo Amped This high-intensity workout…
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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 23, 2013 Children's Health
Overview Children under age five may occasionally wet the bed because their bladder control is still maturing. However, only children over age five who experience involuntary urine loss on a regular basis are considered enuretic, according to the American Academy…
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December 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Losing weight for your wedding can be both exciting and stressful at the same time. By setting a realistic time frame and choosing activities you enjoy, you will beat the stress with exercise while enjoying each moment before the…
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Even if your day is spent mostly sitting, you can still exercise, stay flexible and strengthen your core. All of these things can alleviate back problems that plague those who spend a good portion of the day in a chair,…
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December 23, 2013 Aerobic Exercises to Get Rid of Stomach Fat
You can use key aerobic exercises to reduce stomach fat without costly gym memberships or even private coaching sessions. Introduce the challenge of interval training to some commonly known fat-burning exercises such as running and jumping rope. The added intensity…
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Overview The itchy eyes, scratchy throat and sneezing associated with seasonal allergies can be annoying at the very least. Symptoms can be caused by pollen in the air, dust and animals. If they become more severe they can lead to…
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The many different types of yoga available can make it difficult for newcomers or even seasoned veterans to choose a yoga class. Though different types of yoga vary in their approach, any yoga that incorporates physical postures, or asanas, is…
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A communicable disease is one that spreads from person to person and is often described with adjectives like “contagious” or “infectious.” A communicable disease can travel in one of four ways–via bacteria, virus, fungus or protozoa. The teen population is…
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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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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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Carpal tunnel syndrome is a nerve condition that affects the wrists. Individuals who work with their hands in repetitive motions, like office workers and factory workers, are more likely to develop carpal tunnel syndrome, says the American Academy of Family…
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Camping may be about getting out of the house and taking in the great outdoors, but that doesn’t mean you should go without every creature comfort. Camping equipment, including cooking equipment, is essential to having a fun time while you’re…
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Overview Renal calculi are small deposits that develop within the kidneys. Often referred to as simply kidney stones, these crystalline masses are a combination of minerals and acid salts that stick together when your urine becomes too concentrated in certain…
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December 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Water retention, medically referred to as edema, is a normal part of pregnancy caused by an increase in the amount of blood and body fluids created to accommodate a developing baby. In most cases, swelling hands, face, legs, ankles, and…
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December 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Not all fats make you fat. Some fats, such as flaxseed oil, are known as essential fatty acids, and they are believed to help the body burn fat faster. Moreover, not even all saturated fats make you fat. Coconut…
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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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