Of all the alternative energy sources to fossil fuels currently in development, solar power is among the most popular and actionable options. Solar power uses sunlight absorbed by solar panels and converts the energy from the sun’s rays into power…
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A trichloroacetic acid peel, also known as a TCA peel, is a type of chemical peel that is commonly used in a cosmetic procedure in which the epidermis and part of the dermis is removed. Benefits of a medium depth…
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Overview Many people dream of having sculpted abs or six-packs. To tone your stomach, focus on sit-ups, crunches and other exercises aimed at the abdominal muscles. An ab machine may allow you to perform these exercises more comfortably by supporting…
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May 1, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Artemisinin combination therapies (ACT) are currently recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) as the best available treatment for malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum infection. As of 2010, artemisinin and its synthetic derivatives, artesunate, artemether and dihydroartemisinin, are the…
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Dementia is not a disease, but a series of symptoms that may include loss of cognitive function and changes in personality, mood or behavior. People who experience early signs of dementia may fear irreversible mental decline. In fact, depression, certain…
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Premature babies are those born before 38 weeks of gestation. They may suffer health problems such as low birth weight, trouble latching on to the breast or breathing difficulties. Premature babies are usually required to stay in the hospital longer…
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While a few patients with failing kidneys can make it almost all the way to renal failure without getting symptomatic, most patients experience a cluster of symptoms that get progressively worse. These symptoms indicate that azotemia is developing. Medicinenet.com defines…
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Clove oil can be found in various topical and oral products as a fragrance and flavor, and it’s also used medicinally and in cigarettes. Though it may have several health benefits, according to the National Institutes of Health, it may…
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Leg cramps are caused by the contraction of a muscle in the leg. These contractions are involuntary and generally harmless, according to the Mayo Clinic. Many women never experience them until pregnancy, and after childbirth, they may never have them…
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May 1, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview According to a study released in 2005 by the New England Journal of Medicine, this generation of children may have shorter life expectancies than their parents if obesity rates continue at their current pace. Poor eating habits are partially…
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Overview Reiki is a type of alternative or complementary treatment based on the notion that practitioners can produce benefits of well-being through healing energy. This “hands-off” treatment can be delivered when a patient is in the same room—but purportedly also…
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Overview Use heart rate fitness training to keep your heart rate in a range that will help you best meet your goal. If you want to burn body fat stores, improve how long you can do aerobic exercise or improve…
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May 1, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Peacock bass are species of game fish indigenous to the Amazon basin of South America. In 1984, Peacock bass were introduced into lakes and canals in the Miami-Dade area of Florida, with the intention of helping to control overpopulation of…
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Overview Durability, ease of form-to-function manufacturing and low cost made plastic a ubiquitous packaging material beginning in the 1950s and 1960s. The downside of plastic is how quickly and permanently it has overwhelmed our landfills. People need information on plastic…
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There are two varieties of almonds: sweet and bitter. While bitter almond oil is toxic if ingested, it can be used in combination with sweet almond oil in skin care preparations, including masks. Always follow label directions carefully when using…
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May 1, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Soccer is a game of athleticism and conditioning. These are the foundations of the game. If you go out on the field without them, you will fall hopelessly behind and won’t be able to compete. But the game requires skills…
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Being single offers men a multitude of benefits, such as the ability to watch sports without being asked, “Why doesn’t he throw it to that player?” or not having to participate in maddening exercises such as moving an entire room…
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Overview The Weider Crossbow uses a power rod system designed to deliver resistance for each exercise that can be easily adjusted. The Crossbow claims that over 65 exercises can be done with the 240 pounds of resistance. The total amount…
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Overview Qigong is an ancient form of healing and wellness that is thought to have arisen in China thousands of years ago. It has gained popularity both in China and abroad since the Chinese government began advocating its health benefits…
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Overview Modified whole life insurance is a type of guaranteed coverage. Unlike term life insurance, which expires after a set time period, whole life remains in force until you die. The modified element of this kind of whole life policy…
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A neti pot looks something like a genie’s lamp without a lid, and if you suffer from allergies and congestion, you may indeed think a neti pot is magical. A neti pot allows you to pour a saline (salt water)…
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Cataracts cloud the natural lens of the eye, and occur as a natural part of the eye’s aging process. They cause blurred vision that happens slowly so that most people do not realize their vision has decreased until they have…
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Eyes that look puffy, droopy and swollen may not necessarily be caused by a lack of sleep. Puffy eyes may be caused by diet, heredity, hormone levels, allergies and changes in weather and humidity. If you’re sick of looking more…
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Overview Debt fuels economies and helps make dreams come true. If not for debt, many people would find it impossible to buy a home, get an education or start a business. You incur debt any time you borrow money and…
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Positive pregnancy tests don’t always indicate that conception has occurred. In some instances, false positives occur completely unrelated to pregnancy. Several medical conditions can cause the production of human chorionic gonadotropin, or HCG, the hormone which usually indicates that conception…
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Overview Essential oils, natural distillations of aromatic compounds from plants, appeal to many parents due to their reputation for gentle, medication-free healing. While the oils have a long history of therapeutic use, little published research exists on their true efficacy,…
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Overview According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are five major components of physical fitness: cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, body composition and flexibility. Each of these components factor into overall physical health and ability. Both…
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May 1, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Diarrhea is not only uncomfortable and embarrassing, it can potentially cause dehydration. Diarrhea is usually caused by a virus, parasite or bacteria in the stomach. Other times, diarrhea is caused by a food intolerance such as gluten or lactose. In…
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While the loss of the sense of smell or anosmia is not usually a serious condition, it can affect quality of life. It may lead to a loss of appetite as the sense of smell also aids in tasting flavor….
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According to the Mayo Clinic, liver function tests are blood tests that doctors use to determine whether a patient has a damaged or diseased liver. Some of the tests assay the blood levels of certain enzymes that the liver secretes…
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