Overview Unfortunately, as a woman, as you age you will most likely see an increase in abdominal fat. Many factors may contribute to why you gain weight in your stomach. In addition to aesthetic concerns, you should be concerned about…
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Blood pressure refers to the force exerted by blood on the artery walls as the heart beats. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a condition in which this force becomes too high causing damaging effects to the body. It can…
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Overview Men’s nipple piercings are a common body modification choice. Celebrities such as Tommy Lee and Lenny Kravitz may have helped popularize the phenomenon. Men’s nipples are easy to pierce, provided they are not flat or inverted, and even these…
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May 2, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Just because some of us are getting up there in terms of years doesn’t mean our enjoyment of fishing has to end. Most seniors are still quite capable of enjoying fishing, especially the commune with nature and the opportunity for…
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The menstrual cycle, which occurs monthly basis in women of reproductive age, involves both the reproductive organs and the endocrine system. The overt physical changes that occur through the cycle—proliferation of the lining of the uterus, for instance, followed by…
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Overview Hair loss is a condition commonly associated with men, but older women can develop the problem too. While women don’t usually develop large bald spots on the head, areas of thinning hair can just be as disturbing, particularly if…
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Overview There are several reasons switching to environmentally friendly, homemade cleaning products may benefit your family: The chemicals in many household cleaners can aggravate asthma, bronchitis, headaches or other health problems. Natural home cleaners are better for the environment and…
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Whether you’re leaving your child with a sitter for a few hours or days, you can reduce your anxiety by ensuring the sitter is prepared to follow your child’s routines and handle a variety of emergency situations. Create a baby…
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Lower back pain is the most common back problem and affects most people at least once in a lifetime. Back pain can occur for many reasons, including muscle and ligament weakness or injury, degeneration of the spinal column, spinal arthritis,…
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If a good leg workout is desired, equipment like the leg press machine and the stability ball are good places to begin. Utilizing the leg press is a good way to get the same benefits that you would receive from…
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May 1, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The esophagus is a tube starting at the throat and ending at the stomach. Food and liquid that is swallowed travels through this tube to get to the stomach. Cancer that starts in this tube is called esophageal cancer, which…
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May 1, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Autism is a developmental disorder that occurs in about 1 in 150 children born in the United States according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The signs of autism show up before age 3 and continue to some…
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May 1, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Radiation therapy, or radiotherapy, is a treatment for breast cancer that uses powerful beams of radiation to destroy cancerous cells in the breast. Radiation can be very effective in preventing the spread of cancer and removing the dangerous cells from…
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May 1, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The tobacco and smoking industry is huge by global standards, with the World Health Organization estimating that 846 billion cigarettes are exported and traded annually. The effects of smoking are likewise large. You may think that taking a drag from…
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May 1, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Bocce ball dates back to 5000 B.C., when Egyptians played the game using polished rocks. Typically played on asphalt, grass or sand, bocce is a team sport that involves rolling or throwing brightly colored balls in an attempt to land…
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Overview Child abandonment is defined and codified by each state as it sees fit. Surprisingly, some states don’t specifically address abandonment at all, classifying it as a general condition of abuse or neglect. Basic child protective standards are guaranteed by…
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The pelvis is made up of three bones that eventually grow together with age. Ligaments attach to the spine to hold the pelvis in place. Because the pelvis ring serves as a conduit for nerves and blood vessels and a…
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While you know fruits and vegetable are good for you, you might not know just how beneficial they can be. Essential oils from fruits such as the grapefruit possess many properties and characteristics that make them useful in a number…
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Overview Regardless of where you live, you can search nationwide for mortgages by using online mortgage aggregator sites. Mortgages are available for new home purchases and for refinancing. While you can find and apply for a mortgage online, finalizing mortgage…
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You begin to feel warmth spreading up from your chest to your face. Your skin turns red and flushed, and you start perspiring. Your heartbeat speeds up, as the warmth gives way to a feeling of intense heat. You’re having…
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Overview Divorce proceedings, often an emotional experience, usually pit husband against wife or vice versa. In a contested divorce the courtroom becomes a battleground where litigants fight over property, financial assets and possibly custody of their children. This can all…
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Overview From squeezing some fresh lime juice on your tacos or even putting a small wedge into your nice cold beer, you often find lime used simply for its juice. While lime does have many nice culinary applications, it can…
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Overview Creakic is a dietary supplement used by athletes and bodybuilders to increase size and muscle capacity. The main ingredient in Creakic is creatine, an acid produced by the liver that supplies energy to cells in the muscles. The Mayo…
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Eugenia aromatica, more commonly known as clove, is added in small amounts to foods for flavoring, gum and tobacco in cigarettes. Clove oil, technically called eugenol, has anti-inflammatory, pain relieving and antibacterial effects, as noted by the National Institutes of…
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For thousands of years, practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine have relied on herbal remedies to treat patients. Chinese medicine is being tested through laboratory testing and clinical trials to determine its effectiveness against various health conditions and ailments. Definitive answers…
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Overview Retirement funds take many forms and depending on your current employment status, you may save for retirement in an individual retirement account (IRA) or through your company’s retirement fund. However you choose to save, a retirement fund can help…
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If you’ve recently gotten braces, your teeth and gums may feel tender, swollen and painful. Your orthodontist may have given you a list of foods not to eat, such as gum, popcorn and bagels, but you may not feel like…
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It’s no surprise that nuts are heart-healthy but it’s also possible that they are beneficial foods for individuals with diabetes. Several research studies have shown that consuming tree nuts, in conjunction with other dietary changes, improves glycemic control in individuals…
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May 1, 2015 Sports & Recreation
1. Keep it Going Sailboats can be enjoyed leisurely on quiet lakes as well as on the ocean for exciting trips. The only requirements for a sailboat are movements in the wind and a bottom deep enough for the keel…
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Nutrient rich, thick and milky—royal jelly is literally the food of royalty. Worker honeybees secrete this substance to feed the hive’s queen and larval bees. Historically utilized as a life-extending substance, royal jelly is now consumed as a health supplement…
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