1. Overall Fitness If you’re looking to have a chest that’s strong, in shape and won’t consume an hour of your life each workout, consider combo exercises like one of the following. Squat thrusts. From standing, squat down to the…
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December 19, 2013 About Blood Donations
Overview Donating one pint of blood takes about an hour and can save the lives of up to three people. Blood components–red blood cells, plasma, platelets and cryoprecipitates–are used to treat a variety of conditions, including cancer, sickle cell disease,…
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December 19, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Eliminating belly fat is one of the most common reasons why people are motivated to workout. Fat in the belly not only makes you feel self-conscious but can also contribute to such health problems as heart disease and poor…
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If your child has allergies or a medical condition, a medical alert bracelet can provide life-saving information to paramedics, doctors, and other health professionals in an emergency. Considerations in choosing a bracelet for a child are different than for an…
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Liver function tests are biochemical measurements of blood levels of various substances to assess overall liver health. Although the term “liver function tests” is commonly used, it is a misnomer because none of these measurements directly assess liver function. The…
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While humans start life with excess kidney function, disease often robs some patients of this capability. As kidney function dwindles to a point where it is no longer possible to sustain life, doctors often speak to patients about possible treatment…
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As you near the end of your pregnancy, it’s likely you’ll be tired, uncomfortable and ready for labor to begin. Unfortunately, labor can only begin when your baby is ready, and even the best exercises to help induce labor at…
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December 19, 2013 Children's Health
According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, or NINDS, an estimated two in every 10,000 children have the developmental disorder Asperger’s syndrome. Boys are three to four times more likely than girls to get the disorder, and…
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Heart rate monitors are worn on the wrist and the chest, and can effectively monitor your heart rate as you perform fitness activities. The average heart rate monitor costs around $50, so it’s a small investment that can give plenty…
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Red blood cells contain the protein hemoglobin, which binds to the oxygen that is delivered to tissues throughout the body. In sickle cell disease, the red blood cells contain abnormal types of hemoglobin, which cause the red blood cells to…
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Laser hair removal is a safe and effective way to permanently remove unwanted hair from the bikini area, underarms, legs, chest, back, and even faces. It is not for everyone, however; and there are some things you should know before…
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Your major back muscles include the erector spinae, latissimus dorsi (lats), rhomboids and trapezius (traps). These muscles function to help stabilize your spine and move your trunk and arms through various ranges of motion. With so many important responsibilities, your…
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Infections of the urinary tract affect 8 million to 10 million individuals annually. Although the urinary tract is anatomically designed to prevent colonization of microorganisms, about 40 percent of women and 12 percent of men seek treatment for urinary tract…
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Doctors use orthopedic braces to treat, prevent and cure common bone, joint and ligament ailments. Braces come in all shapes and sizes, and some even have complicated hardware designed to help doctors make gradual adjustments or restrict the range of…
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December 19, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
1. What is a Sunburn A sunburn is an actual radiation burn of your skin. The ultraviolet light from the sun damages the DNA of your skin cells, triggering those cells to die (which is a good thing since you…
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1. What is the carpal tunnel? The carpal tunnel of the wrist houses the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, as well as nine tendons that bend the fingers and thumb. The floor and walls of…
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Overview Putting on a bicycle tire yourself is a useful way to avoid the high cost of getting a tire professionally fitted. Before fitting your new tire, you need to remove the old one, and this should be done with…
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December 19, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
If you are searching for an alternative for treating minor health disorders without the use of prescription medication, an acai berry-based supplement program may be an option you’ve considered. Widely available in most supermarkets and local drug stores, acai berry-based…
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The heart rate, or pulse, represents the number of times the heart beats in a certain period of time. It is usually measured in minutes, and a normal resting heart rate is approximately 60 to 80 beats per minute. It…
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December 19, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Adjustable gastric banding, commonly referred to as Lap-Band surgery, is a minimally invasive surgical procedure designed to help patients lose weight. Since its introduction in 1993, adjustable gastric banding has been steadily increasing in popularity; approximately 30,000 Lap-Band surgeries…
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December 19, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Dark spots, or age spots, on the skin are caused by sun exposure for long periods of time. These spots can happen to anyone at any age, but they usually form in men and women over the age of…
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Home remedies can help reduce leg swelling. There are numerous conditions that cause legs to swell, including aging, pregnancy, or excessive standing or sitting, states the University of Maryland Medical Center. Known as chronic venous insufficiency, or CVI, the swelling…
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Overview To lose weight, it takes a great amount of physical and mental strength. Not only do your eating habits need to be adjusted, but you also have to move your body more than ever before, and do it on…
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Stamina allows you to perform longer, without tiring, on exhausting tasks — whether an endless amount of work or a continuous, strenuous exercise. Without stamina, you would tire very easily at even simple assignments and activities. Therefore, prepare yourself both…
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Laughter really is the best medicine. From pain and stress relief to improved immune system, heart and lung health, the evidence has become too overwhelming to ignore. One of the main reasons for this is because laughter stimulates your mind,…
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1. What is the thyroid? The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that resides in the lower portion of the neck below the voice box or larynx. It releases two hormones called T3 and T4, which are responsible for controlling the…
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1. A complete ACL tear cannot be repaired. It has to be replaced or reconstructed (with one exception). When the ACL tears, you can’t repair it just by stitching it up. It would be like trying to sew up the…
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Overview Propane and butane are both combustible fuels derived from petroleum. They are commonly used as cooking fuels, particularly in portable camping stoves, according to Michael Hodgson, author of “Camping for Dummies.” While there are many similarities between these gases,…
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Meditation is more than just closing your eyes, and relaxation is more than just a day off from work. There are many different techniques for meditating and visualizing, but they all serve the same purpose: to focus the mind and…
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December 19, 2013 Children's Health
As more and more people are becoming concerned with the welfare of Mother Earth, they are looking into alternative forms of energy to help decrease the dependence human beings have on fossil fuels. Solar energy is often regarded as one…
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