Overview The male and female gonads–the testes and ovaries, respectively–arise out of a common embryonic tissue called the primordial gonad. Likewise, the male penis and female clitoris arise from a common precursor called the genital tubercle. For the most part,…
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December 17, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview You can burn many calories while jumping on a trampoline. Whether you jump for long periods of time, change the way you jump or play around with friends, the trampoline will help you lose weight. According to the Birmingham…
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Many pregnant women suffer from heartburn at some point during their pregnancy. During pregnancy, the placenta produces the hormone progesterone, which relaxes the smooth muscles of the uterus and the valve that separates the esophagus from the stomach, allowing gastric…
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December 17, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
If you are searching for a herbal supplement or alternative medication for the treatment of minor health disorders or diseases without the use of prescriptions, acai berry products and herbal supplements may be a fitting option for you. While these…
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December 17, 2013 What Are the Treatments for Acute Ischemic Stroke?
A stroke is an acute condition, meaning it has a rapid onset, caused by the interference in blood flow in the brain that results in a lack of oxygen and the death of brain cells. An ischemic stroke, which accounts…
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December 17, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes an excessive buildup of dead, dry and rough skin cells that are typically reddish and covered with silvery “scales,” according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Psoriasis is often a painful chronic…
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Games are a great way to keep kids occupied while they are in the pool. Relay games in particular are effective because in addition to the kids having fun, it teaches them the correct way to swim and introduces proper…
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For nine months, your abdominal muscles sheltered and protected your growing baby. The muscles also experienced a lot of strain through the process of pregnancy and labor, which often results in a gap between the rectus abdominal muscles. The American…
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Although a golf club is held and swung with the hands and arms, muscles all over the body impact the speed. Therefore, you need a full body workout in order to ensure maximum driving distance. Strong legs, a solid core…
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Chair yoga includes regular yoga poses that instructors adapt and modify so students can practice them in a chair. Yoga students who practice with a regular mat can go to chair yoga classes to get a new feel for their…
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1. Subdural Hematoma as a Condition A collection of blood in the space that is between the middle layer of the brain and its outer layer is called a subdural hematoma. It is caused by bleeding veins, which are located…
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Exercise benefits individuals of all ages. But when it comes to exercising at home, teens may be more willing to participate if the entire family is involved. After all, being more physically active offers health benefits for everyone. If you…
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Numerous factors may contribute to high blood pressure, or hypertension. An unhealthy diet, inactivity, alcohol or tobacco abuse and stress may cause or detract from blood pressure health. While people can’t change factors such as genetic background, lifestyle factors can…
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Weight training has been shown to be a relatively safe activity when compared to other sports, according to a study published in 1994 by Brian Hamill in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. However, because weight training often involves…
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Achilles tendinitis occurs when the Achilles tendon becomes injured or inflamed. The Achilles tendon runs down the back of the calf and attaches the calf muscles to the heel bone. According to the Mayo Clinic, Achilles tendinitis typically results from…
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December 17, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Hoodia Gordonii Plus is a weight-loss herbal supplement that is said to suppress the appetite. The active ingredient in this product, hoodia, comes from a small succulent plant indigenous to semi-arid areas of Africa. It has long been consumed…
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December 17, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Selecting the best of the many legal bodybuilding supplements on the market can be confusing. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate supplements, says the American Council on Exercise, so always consult with your doctor before beginning any…
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December 17, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Tattoos have become mainstream skin decorations that are often personal symbols. Despite their popularity, however, tattoos sometimes pose a risk of side effects that are related to the chemicals in the inks and not to the application itself. There…
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Reaching a juncture in your life where you contemplate breast enhancement, you may want to consider the fully array of options available. Although surgery remains the most common procedure, some women are turning to natural and herbal breast enhancement products,…
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December 17, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Ayurveda, a holistic approach to health, has been practiced in India for more then 5,000 years. Designed to maintain balance in the body and mind, the University of Maryland Medical Center says that Ayurveda can be used to treat…
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A proper warm up increases blood flow and circulation to your muscle tissue and joints, which helps prevent injuries. According to the National Academy of Sports Medicine, warming up also activates your central nervous system, loosens your muscles and increases…
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1. Transit Smoothly To teach Vinyasa yoga, you must have a firm grasp of the main concept of this discipline, which emphasizes the easy “flow” of one yoga movement into the next. Proper breathing and body alignment are also fundamental…
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Ayurvedic herbs are ancient Indian herbal remedies that are now being clinically tested to verify their effectiveness for various ailments. Before starting any herbal program, check with your doctor or health care provider to see how Ayurvedic herbs will affect…
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An expanding waistline is one of the primary reasons many people engage in physical activity. Beyond the aesthetic appeal of a “six-pack” of abs, a toned waistline is just plain healthy. A study, published by Paul T. Williams in the…
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December 17, 2013 Mental Health
Self-confidence involves the attitude that you can accomplish whatever you set out to do. It takes experience in a task, understanding of one’s abilities and a willingness to take risks in order to develop your self-confidence. According to the University…
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1. Change Your Lifestyle Too For centuries Chinese medicine has incorporated acupuncture in treatments. Acupuncture is used to treat heartburn, as well as chronic pain, arthritis, and other conditions. Though viewed by some as a mysterious or alternate therapy, many…
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1. Rope Handling In addition to learning about wind and how the boat reacts to shifts in the sails, you need to learn an entire new language when you start sailing. There are names for the knots and lines you…
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Light emitting diode lights are actually semiconductors that convert electricity to light. Instead of a gas-filled bulb or tube, as in incandescent or fluorescent lighting, LEDs contain a tiny piece of semiconductor material. Though Duke University reports that LEDs have…
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In Chinese medicine, practitioners see heart failure as a weakening of the heart and its ability to pump blood adequately throughout the body because of chronic fatigue of qi, or energy flow. Many herbs are used in Chinese medicine to…
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Overview Silymarin milk thistle, a plant that belongs to the sunflower family, has ancient origins in the Mediterranean. It was initially used for liver problems and as an antidote for mushroom poisoning throughout Europe. In the 1970s, German scientists were…
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