Overview Yoga and Pilates mats can range in price from $10 to more than $100. Higher priced mats are different from discount ones, but not always better. With careful planning, you can define what you need out of your mat…
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December 7, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Hair that is brittle, dry and feels like straw is damaged and is at risk for breaking. If your hair has been exposed to frequent hair coloring, perming, wind, chlorine, sun, hair products, blow drying or straightening, it may become…
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December 7, 2013 Senior Health
Overview Caffeine, a stimulant drug, occurs naturally in coffee beans and cocoa beans and products made from them. Coffee generally contains more caffeine than chocolate, and even decaffeinated coffee contains small amounts of caffeine. In the U.S., food processors do…
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December 7, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Evening primrose oil is collected by crushing the seeds of the evening primrose flower, which blooms in the evenings in North America. The plant features bright yellow flowers and is sometimes referred to as a “sun drop.” The U.S. National…
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Overview Softball and baseball gloves may appear similar at first glance, but they are each tailored to the specifications of their respective sports. Essentially, all gloves are made of leather or synthetic materials and are designed to help fielders catch…
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Overview After extensive use, a softball bat’s fibers begin to stretch, causing the bat to become more powerful. Hitters often like the feel of the bat after it’s been broken in, but do not like having to wait through several…
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December 7, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Flaxseed oil is prized for its high level of omega-3 fatty acids, for which Dr. Herb Joiner-Bey, N.D., author of “The Healing Power of Flax,” says few nutritional supplements can beat. That’s not to say that flax oil is perfect….
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December 7, 2013 Survival Packing List
Campers, hikers and backpackers all take a risk when they set out for the great outdoors. Whether it’s getting lost on a hike or severe weather problems, there’s a chance that you may be stranded for a few days, possibly…
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Levitra, also known by the generic name vardenafil, is a prescription drug used to treat erectile dysfunction in men. Levitra does not cure the underlying conditions that cause erectile problems, but can help men establish and maintain an erection with…
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December 7, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Lycopus virginicus, more commonly known as bugleweed, is a traditional herbal remedy for many health disorders. People take it for relieving symptoms of upset stomach, premenstrual syndrome, gout, thyroid conditions and heart problems. A member of the mint family, bugleweed…
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December 7, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Breast augmentation, also commonly referred to as augmentation mammaplasty, is one of the most commonly performed aesthetic surgical procedures by plastic surgeons, with over 400,000 procedures performed annually in the United States alone. The FDA has recognized two types…
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According to the National Library of Medicine, over 17 million Americans are alcoholics or have alcohol abuse problems. Knowing about alcohol addiction factors can help potential alcoholics and their families identify problems and seek treatment quickly. Alcoholism is a disease…
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Levaquin 500 mg, or levofloxacin, is an antibiotic prescribed to treat various bacterial infections including sinus infections, pneumonia, bronchitis, skin infections, kidney infection and infections of the urinary tract, states the Mayo Clinic. This medication works by destroying the cell…
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The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body that runs from the lumbar, or lower, back to the back of the foot. The term sciatica describes the symptoms that are associated sciatic nerve compression and includes pain, numbness,…
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KeraCare is a system of haircare products manufactured by Avlon Industries, makers of retail and professional salon-grade hairstyling merchandise. KeraCare Essential Oils for the Hair is formulated to moisturize and protect against dry hair and scalp, revitalize chemically processed hair,…
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December 7, 2013 Mental Health
Fluoxetine is an antidepressant medication that belongs to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) drug class. According to Drugs.com, fluoxetine affects serotonin, a chemical in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause depression. Drugs.com also states that fluoxetine may…
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1. Dislocation of the Sternoclavicular Joint Ligaments connect the clavicle, or the collar bone, to the sternum, or the breastbone. This connection makes up the only attachment for the arm bones to the main part of the skeleton. Only a…
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December 7, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
In a world full of junk food and poor food choices, it can be challenging to keep kids on the right track with their nutrition. The Parents Against Junk Food website states that nine out of every ten schools provides…
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Knee tendonitis, a condition also referred to as patellar tendonitis, occurs when the tendon connecting the kneecap (patella) to the bone within the shin becomes stretched or damaged due to overuse or injury. This condition is common among people who…
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Overview The use of neti pots to clear out the sinuses goes back hundreds of years to India. A neti pot is a container that looks like an Aladdin’s lamp. It has a bowl with a handle at one end…
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1. Motocross and Your Body Motocross is an exciting, fast-paced sport, but it can also be taxing on the rider’s body. Though you ride a bike, you also sustain the impact every time the bike lands from a jump or…
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Eyeglasses were first used in 1000 A.D. and have changed tremendously throughout the ages. Eyeglasses continue to be popular, despite advances in technologies to improve vision, such as contact lenses and laser surgery. Many that use eyeglasses are not aware…
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December 7, 2013 Diet & Nutrition
1. Vegans Can Do Body for Life If you want to do the Body for Life Diet as a vegan, you’ll need to plan your daily menu accordingly. Individuals who eat a vegan diet avoid consuming animal products, including meat…
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December 7, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Proof of pregnancy lies for certain in the results of an actual pregnancy test, but a woman can watch for a few early signs of pregnancy in the first weeks after conception. The Mayo Clinic cautions that some symptoms are…
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A noncommunicable disease is not transmitted from one person to another. Several different chronic diseases are related to risk factors such as lifestyle or genetics. They can be serious and cause disability or death in some cases. While they are…
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December 7, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The drug generically named progestin, is marketed in the United States under a variety of brand names including Aygestin, Camila, Crinone, Errin and Jolivette. This medication is used for many purposes in both women and men, such as to treat…
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December 7, 2013 Children's Health
Aspergers syndrome is one of the autism spectrum disorders. According to Better Health, this developmental disorder affects the way the brain processes information. The Mayo clinic reports that Aspergers has a strong genetic component, while some studies have linked it…
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Overview Cysts in a sinus cavity are commonly termed nasal polyps, and are defined by the National Library of Medicine as sac-like growths along the sinus cavity. Nasal polyps are more common in people suffering from allergies or asthma, according…
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Although the gap between heart disease in men and women is closing, there are still differences in the average age of onset of symptoms and in the causes of heart disease in men and women. Some of these are caused…
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According to PDR Health, Keflex is an antibiotic used to treat infections of the respiratory tract, the middle ear, the bones, the skin and the reproductive and urinary systems. It is important to take this medication for the entire length…
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