For thousands of years people have used solar power as an energy source to heat and light their homes. Modern science has harnessed the power of the sun and developed different technologies to use that power for heat, light and…
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Improving your mental focus can provide many benefits, such as enhanced work performance, improved retention of information and increased productivity. These benefits can also reduce stress and give you more relaxation time, since you can complete your tasks more quickly…
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Though quinine has been used therapeutically since the 17th century, it has not lost favor as one of the first-line treatments for malaria. Quinine works by binding to the DNA of the malaria parasite, preventing its replication. With the infection…
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Overview Smoking is harmful to your health and well being. Yet many people are addicted to nicotine. It is likely that you feel guilt for engaging in the smoking and are embarrassed that you have not yet been successful in…
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If your child has learning difficulties and you are looking for non-prescription assistance, consider Bach flower remedies. Also called flower essences, these remedies were designed by physician and homeopath Dr. Edward Bach to provide support for various emotional states. Bach…
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Work-related family problems are often the cause of sick days and stress, found a study performed by three universities and published in a 2006 issue of “Occupational and Environmental Medicine.” The study found that when work and family problems collided,…
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Radon gas is a natural byproduct of the breakdown of uranium, a metal found in the soils, rocks and water of many geological areas around the U.S. and the globe. The gas is radioactive and can get into any type…
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We are living in some amazing times, and I’ve gotta tell ya, I think one of the most revolutionary, indeed paradigm shifting, discoveries relevant to modern medicine is NOT the latest gadget or piece of high tech machinery, nor our…
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Damiana is an aromatic flowering shrub that is indigenous to Mexico, where the ancient Mayans of the Yucatan employed it as a natural herbal remedy. The medicinal part of the herb is the leaves, which are harvested when the plant…
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Plants such as cabbage and corn contain cholesterol-like molecules called phytosterols. A typical U.S. diet delivers 200 to 300 mg/day. Phytosterols added to foods in amounts of 1000 to 3000 mg/day partially block cholesterol absorption. As a result, blood levels…
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A Roth individual retirement account is a long-term savings account that provides tax-free growth and distributions for investors. The IRS specifies the amounts that you are allowed to contribute to a Roth in IRS Publication 590. These amounts are updated…
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Overview People all of over the world use ginger for culinary and medicinal purposes. Ancient Asian, Indian and Arabic cultures originally developed the herb’s use as a medicine. They believed it aided in digestion and helped treat heart problems and…
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Overview Annuities and IRA accounts are financial accounts that investors often use in order to save money for their retirement. Both types of accounts are given tax breaks by the IRS. IRAs can be invested in annuities, but cannot be…
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Overview While the final decision is still out in the medical community about the efficacy of using magnets for pain reduction and healing, the National Center on Complementary and Alternative Medicine reports that some preliminary evidence is available that shows…
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Essential oils are volatile, highly concentrated vegetal extracts that contain hormones, vitamins, antibiotics and antiseptics. They are extracted from the roots, bark, wood, flowers, leaves, seeds and resins of plants. In addition to their fragrance, they have various therapeutic properties….
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A solar-powered house provides a variety of benefits for the occupant and the environment, including lower operating costs, zero emissions and less maintenance. Converting your home to solar power is not as simple as screwing collector panels to your roof,…
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Fenugreek is a herb that has been used for centuries. The first documented use was referenced on an Egyptian papyrus from about 1,500 B.C., according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), This herb is used to…
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Ginger has been used for thousands of years as both a spice in cuisine and as a medicinal herb. Ginger is grown for its rhizomes, or underground root-like stems. Ginger root is probably most commonly known for its use in…
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Auto trading is the practice of programming computers to place trades based on specified criteria. Auto trading programs range in complexity and may be employed by individuals or large institutions. They offer many benefits but bring disadvantages as well. As…
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Overview 401k plans and Roth individual retirement accounts are both long-term, tax-advantaged retirement savings accounts. The structure of the two types of accounts is quite different, however. 401k plans are sponsored by employers and are funded with pre-tax dollars, while…
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Overview Individual retirement accounts are investment accounts regulated by the Internal Revenue Service. IRAs provide various tax advantages and are intended to encourage long-term retirement savings. A rollover IRA is an IRA that has received assets from another qualified plan,…
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Reusable grocery bags, biodegradable products and increased environmental consciousness have made recycling a lifestyle. Many recyclable products such as plastics play a large part in everyday life and can themselves live many lives. For instance, when recycled, a water bottle…
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Before the advent of commercial cough syrups and cold tablets, botanicals came to the rescue of cold sufferers. Some herbs relieve congestion or enable you to “sweat out the cold.” Additional herbal remedies offer antibacterial properties or warm chilled muscles….
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Rose hip seed oil is a rich orange to pale yellowish oil that is made from the seeds of a type of natural growing rosebush found in the Andes Mountains region of South America. According to UncleHarry’s.com, rose hip seed…
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Overview A survey conducted by MSNBC.com of more than 100,000 readers indicates that 40 percent of respondents use plastic bags, while only 18 percent use paper, with the balance of the respondents choosing reusable bags or having no preference. Thirty-eight…
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A lack of self-confidence can prevent you from living life to its fullest and accomplishing everything you are capable of attaining. Self-confidence can be so low that it cripples your ability to function normally in society. Recognizing you have low…
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The seeds of the milk thistle plant contain respectable quantities of silymarin, the plant’s most medicinally active compound. While milk thistle seeds and extracts are generally well tolerated, they may cause some side effects. Sensitive individuals may experience a variety…
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Fever can make you feel miserable. According to the Mayo Clinic, however, it isn’t always wise to try to reduce a fever, since it is thought to play a role in helping the body fight infection. Still, reducing your temperature…
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Overview Unfortunately, chronic kidney problems are a common complication of diabetes. If this problem arises, your doctor might prescribe an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. Although ACE inhibitors can lower blood pressure, they also have reno-protective benefits that diabetes patients may…
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Overview Financial institutions and businesses get lists of potentially credit-worthy customers from the credit bureaus in order to generate pre-approved business credit offers. The credit bureau lists indicate businesses that are considered to be “prescreened” for credit offerings. In order…
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