The glutes are the largest muscle group in the body. The group is comprised of three muscles: the gluteus minimus, gluteus medius and gluteus maximus. Together, the group contracts to perform hip extension, hip abduction and both internal and external…
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1. Standing Standing neck twists relieve pain and stiffness by stretching and loosening the neck muscles and tendons. Neck twists are effective at relieving pressure and stimulating nerves from the cervical vertebrae. To begin, stand with your feet shoulder width…
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December 14, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Yerba mate is a tea made from the stems and foliage of the Ilex paraguariensis plant. It has been used traditionally in South America for its stimulating properties, and is used today as an energy supplement and weight loss aide…
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Formula, also called ABM or artificial baby milk, is not as healthy for babies as breast milk, according to pediatrician Bill Sears. Yet there are also benefits of feeding a baby with formula, such as the fact that the mother…
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December 14, 2013 Yoga Balance Exercises
Yoga Journal recommends holding most standing balance poses for 30 seconds to one minute. You can eventually hold the headstand for up to five minutes. While you practice yoga, try to breathe deeply through your nose, allowing the abdominals to…
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Bergamot, an extract from the bergamot orange, is used as a flavoring in teas and as an aromatherapy essential oil for ailments such as anxiety. Earl Grey tea is flavored with it, and many facial soaps and lotions contain bergamot…
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December 14, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Sweating is a normal biological function that helps regulate body temperature. Your body produces sweat to maintain its ideal temperature of 98.6 degrees F (37 degrees C). Without sweat, you’d be susceptible to suffering a heat stroke on extremely warm…
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Overview According to the Mayo Clinic and the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, most infants experience acid reflux during the first three months of life, though it can continue beyond this time. Acid reflux is not dangerous, and often clears…
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Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland fails to produce enough thyroid hormone. It can be caused by several diseases or deficiencies. Some individuals with hypothyroidism have developed the condition due to not getting enough iodine in their…
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Backpacking food need not consist solely of energy bars and trail mix. A reliable backpacking stove allows you to enjoy hot meals in the wilderness. Much lighter and more compact than a standard camp stove, backpacking stoves are capable of…
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If you have had a knee amputated, your rehabilitation team would have given you strict instructions for sitting and lying in order to prevent hip contractures, i.e., your hip staying in a bent or flexed position. In addition to these,…
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December 14, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Psoriasis is a painful and chronic skin condition, typically causing reddish and rough raised areas on the skin, with silvery scales and red edges. It affects more than 6 million people in the United States each year, according to the…
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Overview If you fail to pay a creditor on time, that creditor has the right to turn your debt over to a collection agency. Some collection agencies report to the credit bureaus–causing the debt to appear on your credit report…
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1. Autoimmune Inner Ear Disease (AIED) Defined Autoimmune inner ear disease may happen when the immune system within your body begins to attack the inner ear causing damage to your hearing, and possibly, the nerve that affects balance. This is…
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1. Stick It to Heartburn With Acupuncture One of the ways Chinese medicine treats heartburn or GERD is through acupuncture. Acupuncture works through manipulation of certain points of the body, along the meridians of the body, which are sectors of…
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1. The Mind and Body Connection in Integral Yoga The mind and the body are one. This hypothesis is true whether you study Eastern philosophy or Western science. Western science finds that stress creates many of the illnesses that plague…
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An itchy throat can be due to allergies, dehydration, throat inflammation, smoking and even certain medications such as barbiturates and diuretics, according to the Health Hype website. In most cases, an itchy throat is merely a bothersome symptom. Unless you…
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More than 50 percent of women over the age of 50, and 25 percent of senior men will suffer a fracture during the remainder of their lifetimes due to the effects of osteoporosis, according to the National Osteoporosis Foundation. You…
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December 14, 2013 Universal Gym Exercises
The Universal Gym is a popular multistation piece of bodybuilding equipment found in fitness facilities across the United States. Over the past several years it has been marketed for home use as well. The appeal of the Universal Gym is…
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December 14, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Underweight women face health concerns like anemia, fatigue, decreased immunity, amenorrhea and infertility. Some women may seek to gain weight after suffering an illness or to improve their athletic performance. Adopt specific strategies to help boost your appetite and gain…
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According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), brain tumors are the most common solid tumor in children. Brain tumors in children can be benign (not cancer) or malignant (cancer is present). The most common malignant brain tumors in children are…
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Camping is a popular recreational activity for the outdoors, but it can be complicated by poor preparation. Adequate amounts–and types–of food must be packed to ensure a comfortable stay in the wilderness. This is particularly true if you also are…
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December 14, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Atopic eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, generates symptoms that recur over a lifetime in most patients. Their compromised immune systems and skin structures result in periodically dry, red, itchy skin that tends toward infection. Many natural therapies can help to…
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December 14, 2013 Children's Health
Bedwetting or enuresis, means urinating while sleeping. Bedwetting occurs for many reasons, often stemming from physical or emotional problems, or from a change in sleeping habits, says Medline Plus Medical Encyclopedia. However, the exact cause of bedwetting remains unclear, though…
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Overview Swaying on your golf swing refers to moving laterally over your center of gravity when you swing the golf club. It occurs when you move your hips sideways while you swing. This changes the direction in which the ball…
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Fluid tends to run downhill; in the body, that means that excess fluid retention often accumulates in the feet and ankles. Fluid filled ankles hurt and look unsightly. Swollen ankles have many different causes, some temporary and annoying but not…
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1. Snowshoeing Pole Essentials Snowshoeing poles are an essential piece of equipment to ensure proper safety and assistance during a hike. These poles are like four-wheel drive on a truck and most people would never think about driving a truck…
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December 14, 2013 Men's Health
Women are most fertile during the several days that precede ovulation, as well as on the day of ovulation itself. According to several research studies, most women become pregnant when the sperm fertilizes the egg within 5 days of ovulation,…
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Dreaded love handles seem so easy to come by and yet so hard to get rid of. Significant repetitions of the classic crunch are not going to make them go away. In fact, if you want to tone your abdominal…
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There are many herbs and vitamins that work to help ailments that plague men more than women. These herbs and vitamins for men can help with prostate issues, colon cancer and erectile dysfunction. Before supplementing a dietary program with any…
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