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Lynette Alice December 20, 2013 LGBT

Overview Making small lifestyle changes can help your hair grow quicker. Poor nutrition and rough handling of hair can prevent optimal growth. Even while you attempt to grow out your hair, keep up with your regular trimming appointments every six…
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Ri Pride

RI Pride is the driving force behind the gay scene in tiny little Rhode Island. While RI Pride (RIP) has been around a long time it has never grown stagnant, and has developed into an organization which has advocated on…
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Exercises for the Thighs, Legs, Stomach & Butt

Compound exercises utilize more than one muscle at a time; they are efficient, decrease workout time and contribute to strength gains and positive changes in body composition. A variety of exercises tone the lower half and abs at the same…
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Diseases of the Liver & Biliary System in Children

The liver synthesizes components of digestion and blood clotting factors and serves to store energy and detoxify the blood. Its significance often under recognized the liver and biliary tract cannot be artificially synthesized, bypassed, or sustained outside of the body…
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3 Ways to Do Tap Dancing Practice Routines

1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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Stability Ball Programs

The stability ball can play a key role in getting people to move. An Italian toymaker created the balls as playthings, but physical therapists adapted them for rehab exercise. Fitness enthusiasts now use them for exercise. If the ball were…
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A List of Exercises & Calories Burned in an Hour

Every move you make contributes to your overall daily calorie burn. Calories burned per hour varies from activity to activity and person to person. Use a calorie burn calculator like the one found at Discovery Health to get a better…
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Abdominal Breathing & Yoga

Victoria Tiegert December 20, 2013 Dating

Overview Abdominal breathing is one of the main breathing techniques used by yogis. Roger Cole, an Iyengar instructor and sleep researcher from Del Mar, California, teaches that abdominal breathing helps people breathe with their diaphragm, rather than just their upper…
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Website Reviews Eharmonycom

Having tired of the singles scene in my own locale, I was ready to give online dating sites a shot. Eharmony.com was the first one that I tried out, but I must say with little satisfaction and no real success…
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Canadian Weight Loss Programs

Contributor December 20, 2013 Lifestyle

Overweight and obese individuals suffer a higher risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke and diabetes. According to the 2004 Canadian Community Health Survey, 36 percent of adult Canadians are overweight, with an additional 23 percent considered obese. Canada’s…
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Health Dangers of White Energy-Efficient Light Bulbs

Fluorescent, compact fluorescent and LED light bulbs are a popular alternative to conventional incandescent lighting. They provide the equivalent light while consuming less energy, making them more environmentally friendly and financially beneficial, but these lights also raise concerns that incandescent…
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Remedies for Ear Infections in Toddlers

Contributor December 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty

Ear infections are very common, even in toddlers. They generally come in one of two forms. The first is an outer canal skin infection, called otitis externa. The other affects the middle ear behind the eardrum and is called otitis…
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Acne Surgery

Overview If you have severe acne, standard topical and oral medications might not be enough to eradicate all the lesions. Deep-seated cystic eruptions are particularly likely to be resistant to treatment. Minor surgery, performed in a physician’s office, is one…
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3 Ways To Do Therapeutic Yoga

Bob Seery December 20, 2013 LGBT

1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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Gays us Military

So, former President Jimmy Carter now thinks it acceptable to have a gay Commander – in – Chief ; “I would say that the answer is yes. I don’t know about the next election, but I think in the near future.”…
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4 Ways to Do an Iyengar Triangle Pose Properly

1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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What Are the Treatments for a Vomiting Infant?

Contributor December 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty

Vomiting is a common infant ailment, and in the majority of cases resolve themselves on their own without medical intervention. While it is dangerous to use vomit-reducing medications unless prescribed by a doctor, there are treatments that parents can administer…
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Lifting Weights & Pregnancy

Overview When you discover you are expecting, it’s natural to want to take every step possible to ensure your child’s healthy development. Because your health is linked with that of your unborn child, you may wonder if the risks of…
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Four Types of White Blood Cells

White blood cells, also called leukocytes, are part of the body’s defense system. They are responsible for detecting and destroying invading germs and other foreign matter. White blood cells are made from stem cells in the bone marrow and must…
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The Best Exercises for Chest & Belly Fat

Lynette Alice December 20, 2013 LGBT

Exercise and follow a healthy diet to whittle down chest and belly fat. As far as the exercise portion of this game plan goes, increase your caloric expenditure while building muscle. Use free weights and your body weight to accomplish…
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Dublins Gay Community

When you think of the gay community around the world Dublin, Ireland is not usually the first or even one of the top 20 places that comes to mind. That is of course unless you live there or have been…
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Karate Endurance Exercises

Contributor December 20, 2013 Karate Endurance Exercises

Endurance gives martial artists of any style the edge they need to work out longer and stronger. According to Mayo Clinic, endurance is built through cardiovascular and aerobic exercises that increase your heart rate while working the big muscles of…
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What is Tea Tree Oil Shampoo?

Overview Tea tree oil is an essential oil derived from melaleuca alternifolia, a member of the myrtle family. This tree is native to Australia and has been used by aboriginal people for centuries to treat a variety of health conditions….
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What Are the Causes of Subluxation?

Subluxation can have different definitions, depending on the medical specialty. Generally, it implies a partial joint dislocation, as “subluxation” is derived from Latin and means “less than full dislocation of a joint.” The World Health Organization makes a distinction between…
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Cardio & Weight Training for Weight Loss

Overview Weight loss is among the two most popular goals among recreational gym goers, right alongside muscle gain. Many people focus directly on diet and ignore cardio and weight training altogether. Although diet is the key to weight loss, a…
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5 Ways to Recognize Restrictive Cardiomyopathy

1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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Healthy Lunchbox Snacks

Lynette Alice December 20, 2013 LGBT

A healthy snack supplies the body with vitamins and minerals, and gives body and mind energy needed between meals. This is particularly important for children, who must comprehend and retain lessons taught in the classroom. The ideal snack will bring…
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Bill Tilden Banned Athletes Gay Rights Activists

Born February 10, 1893 in Pennsylvania, William “Big Bill” Tilden went on to become one of the greatest tennis players ever. He used a combination of physical gifts and mental tactics to handily beat opponents. His judgement on the court…
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What Are the Benefits of Recycling Computer Hardware?

Contributor December 20, 2013 Lifestyle

With at least one computer in 80 percent of all U.S. households, and computer technology evolving at a rapid rate, it’s no wonder that millions of computers reach their end of life each year. The Environmental Protection Agency estimates more…
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