Alternative means of treating everyday ailments are more popular than ever. People are seeking home remedies for common health issues due to a growing desire to help the body heal itself without drugs. It might be surprising how many common…
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Several conditions cause symptoms of diarrhea and stomach pain. Food poisoning generally begins within a few hours of eating unwashed, undercooked or mishandled items. Gastroenteritis results a viral infection. Both conditions typically are self-limiting and have other symptoms, including vomiting,…
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December 19, 2013 Mental Health
According to the American Psychiatric Association, ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is a syndrome that effects approximately 5 to 7 percent of school aged children in the United States. Although pharmaceutical treatments have been proved effective in controlling symptoms…
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December 19, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Although the Ortho Evra patch is about 99 percent effective at preventing pregnancy, according to the American Pregnancy Association, it does have its disadvantages. Women considering the use of Ortho Evra should discuss these issues with a doctor before deciding…
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According to the U.S. Geological Survey Georgia Water Science Center, the average American consumes about 80 to 100 gallons of water per day. Residential demands represent about 75 percent of total city water use, and indoor water use accounts for…
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The heart pumps oxygen rich blood to the body. Therefore, when the body’s need for oxygen changes, the heart rate changes. A normal heart rate is 60 to 100 beats per minute and can be measured by palpating peripheral pulses,…
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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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Brain swelling, also known as cerebral edema, is a potentially life threatening condition. The brain is tightly encased within the skull. The close fit prevents the brain from jostling about during everyday activities. However, if brain swelling occurs, pressure quickly…
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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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A trigger point, according to the information website Spine Health, is ” a sensitive area in the muscle or connective tissue (fascia) that becomes painful when compressed.” You have various pressure points located in your back that can help minimize…
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December 19, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Yohimbe bark comes from a tall evergreen tree with the scientific name Pausinystalia yohimbe. It is native to the jungles of West Africa, specifically Congo, Cameroon and Gabon. Extracts made from the bark and roots contain the active ingredient…
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December 19, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Japan has one of the lowest national rates of obesity in the world. Statistics published by NationMaster show that, as of 2005, the percentage of Japan’s population with a body mass index (BMI) — a measure of body fat based…
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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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Almost 18 million Americans abuse alcohol, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). Alcohol abuse is associated with an alarming array of social and physical problems. If you or someone you know suffers from alcohol abuse…
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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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How you and your partner habitually communicate toward one another can either enhance, or take away from, the quality of your courtship. Communication styles play an important role in determining the long-term success of any relationship. Good communication fortifies the…
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December 19, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
A buildup of scar tissue at the site of a healed skin injury leads to keloids. Keloids appear like a lump on the ear and commonly occur after ear piercing. They also occur from ear infection or trauma or spontaneously…
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Overview People are genetically built to gain muscle and lose fat in certain areas of their body. While some women can exercise and lose and keep weight in all the areas they want, most are not so lucky. If you’re…
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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 19, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Weight loss boils down to a simple mathematical equation: you must burn off more calories than you take in. There are many ways you can accomplish this without having to starve or deprive yourself. It is all about making good…
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Overview Low-back and spine pain are some of the most common chronic injuries to plague the adult population. Fortunately, inversion tables offer a noninvasive way to relieve low-back pain and avoid surgery, according to a 2006 study conducted by Newcastle…
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the most common cancer among American men is prostate cancer. Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer death, while prostate cancer is the second highest cause. In 2006, 203,415…
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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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Tylenol is an over-the-counter analgesic and antipyretic; that is, a pain reducer and fever reducer. Tylenol is the North American trade name for the active ingredient acetaminophen. The use of Tylenol is contraindicated in individuals with certain diseases due to…
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Uric acid is formed from the breakdown of purine substances. These substances are naturally found in body cells and can be obtained from foods rich in purine. Uric acid serves to protect blood vessels from damage caused by oxygen. However,…
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Millions of people suffer from springtime allergies, reports the Mayo Clinic, commonly triggered by the increased pollen levels in the air. A person who has spring allergies may demonstrate the common symptoms of a runny nose, sneezing, itchy and watery…
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Wheatgrass is spouted from wheat seeds and allowed to grow for 7-10 days before harvesting. Once the grass is cut, it needs to be squeezed to get the juice. It requires a special type of juicer to extract wheatgrass juice….
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Meningitis is inflammation of an area between two of the three membranes–known as the meninges–covering the brain and spinal cord. Possible causes of meningitis include bacteria, fungi and parasites, but when a virus causes the condition doctors refer to it…
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December 19, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview If you suffer from blackheads and other types of skin blemishes, a good skincare routine can prevent future outbreaks. Blackheads are a type of acne that occurs when the pores become clogged with oil and dead skin cells. When…
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Overview It’s a myth that scientific training is the sole preserve of the elite athlete. Most exercisers are aware that fitness levels can be measured using heat rate, but targeted heart rate training is also an invaluable tool. Knowledge of…
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