Overview Malaria kills almost 1 million people and causes 330 million infections each year, according to the Intermittent Preventive Treatment of Malaria in Infants Consortium. Those who die are mostly children under 5 years of age living in Sub-Saharan Africa….
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In the 1920s, Canadian naturopathic nurse Rene Caisse developed the formula for Essiac tea. This four-herb blend, which included burdock root, sheep sorrel, slippery elm bark, and turkish rhubarb, became one of the world’s most popular naturopathic treatments for cancer….
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April 30, 2015 Sports & Recreation
It might be dull and a bit rusty, but you can still give that old bicycle tucked away in the corner of your garage new life as exercise or recreation equipment. Because the frame is the central part of any…
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While the first thing you will notice about essential oils is their aromatic characteristics, don’t let the pleasant smells overshadow their powerful properties. Aromatherapy uses essential oils to help treat a wide range of health conditions. It is also important…
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April 30, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Another term for an itchy scalp is seborrheic dermatitis, a common inflammatory skin condition, states the National Institutes of Health. Your itchy scalp can be caused by your inherited genes, climate, stress, yeast and/or your overall general health, states the…
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April 30, 2015 Sports & Recreation
The Pinewood Derby is a rite of modeling passage for many car-building enthusiasts and a hobby that can last a lifetime. At the National Championships, children and adults race hand- or machine-carved wood cars on a downhill track, using cars…
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The kidneys are vital organs in maintaining a healthy body. They are primarily responsible for removing waste products and fluids from the body by way of the urinary system. In addition, the kidneys help to regulate blood pressure, to make…
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April 30, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Candida albicans is the most common organism in vaginal candida and the second most common cause of all vaginal infections. Candida is considered a normal healthy part of the vaginal flora. The problem arises when diet, lifestyle or infectious agents…
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Overview The Weider Crossbow home gym comes with 240 pounds of resistance from a power rod system. This multi-exercise platform offers over 50 exercises all on one piece of equipment. The Crossbow home gym utilizes cables, which allow the user…
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Aluminum is a multi-use, malleable metal that is naturally occurring and can be found in bauxite ore. According to Waste Online, it’s the most abundant metal on earth, and it is used to make a wide range of products–from cans…
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April 30, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Peeling skin can make your face look raw, chapped and rough. The result of changes in your skincare regime, sun damage or excessively dry skin, peeling skin on the face can be taken care of by enacting a more…
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April 30, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Curly hair that is exposed to humidity can look messy, frizzy and puffy. On particularly hot or rainy days, hair may become even more frizzy than usual. To help combat frizzy hair and get smooth, shiny curls, switch up your…
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April 30, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Acid reflux is created when acid builds up in the stomach and begins to back up into the esophagus. It is extremely uncomfortable, causing symptoms similar to heartburn, and can be dangerous as the acid can wear away the lining…
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April 30, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Acai berries are native to Central and South America. Approximately equal in size to a blueberry, the acai berry consists predominantly of an inedible seed that is discarded to leave the skin for use in different acai products. There…
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Overview The Weider Crossbow is a home gym that has over 50 exercises utilizing a power rod system instead of weight plates. The Crossbow comes equipped with 240 pounds of resistance that can be easily adjusted and has cable handles…
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Overview Common mullein (also known as great mullein) is a member of the Verbascum genus, which is made up of roughly 250 species of flowering plants. Though many people consider it a nuisance weed, mullein has a long history of…
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Frankincense comes from a small, shrub-like tree with white or pink flowers that can be found in India, Oman, Ethiopia, Somalia, Yemen and Saudi Arabia. A white resin seeps from cuts made in the bark of the tree. After the…
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April 30, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Body fat calculators have long been used as a progress-tracking method for competitive athletes. Today, even recreational lifters and weekend warriors enjoy the motivation that body fat calculators can provide. Although body fat is typically measured with calipers, a…
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The knee is a complex hinge joint that is commonly injured or damaged because it is weight-bearing and made up of a number of bones, ligaments, muscles and tendons. Knee injuries may require physiotherapy alone or medical treatment and surgery….
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April 30, 2015 Sports & Recreation
A softball pitcher can do many exercises to improve her pitching effectiveness. Wrist exercises are important for developing more speed and action on the ball. Some exercises are sport-specific, while others can be done in the gym and will help…
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April 30, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The major signs of heart disease include high cholesterol, high blood pressure (hypertension), high triglyceride levels, inactivity/poor diet, and family history. According to the Mayo Clinic, approximately 90 percent of individuals who suffer a heart attack have high blood pressure…
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April 30, 2015 Weight Management
Phentermine hydrochloride is a medication designed as a short-term appetite suppressant for weight loss. This medication is only a part of a weight-reduction program that includes dieting, exercising and counseling. Phentermine hydrochloride should only be used in cases in which…
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1. Strengthen the Abs and a Whole Lot More The Malibu Pilates chair was created and designed by Carroll Krieff to use in combination with Pilates exercises, to give the user a sculpted body by working out and applying the…
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April 30, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which eventually causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), kills blood cells needed to fight off infection. Individuals with HIV are at risk of becoming sick from opportunistic infections such as pneumonia. According to statistics from…
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A pediatrician keeps a watchful eye on many aspects of a child’s development in the first years of life. There will be many changes that will influence your child’s physical, motor and cognitive development at various stages throughout infancy to…
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April 30, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Migraines are extremely painful, chronic headaches that can last from several hours to several days. Migraines can be extremely debilitating and cause nausea, vomiting or sensitivity to light and sound. This can make it very difficult to work or complete…
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April 30, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview This intense, strenuous and even explosive Latin aerobic dance form can combine surprisingly well with pregnancy. Many Zumba dancers report a surge of energy to combat fatigue, and YouTube videos show women eight months pregnant instructing classes with vigor….
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April 30, 2015 Feverfew Benefits
Feverfew has been used for centuries as a medicinal herb. It also has insect repellent properties. Feverfew is a perennial plant found in Europe, the United States and Canada. It should be harvested shortly after it flowers. All parts of…
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April 30, 2015 Sports & Recreation
1. Eight Plus Eight is Eight Most climbers first tie into a climbing rope using a follow-through figure eight. Hold the rope in one hand at hip height and adjust so that the end just touches the ground. This is…
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Overview Aromatherapy is widely used for stress relief and relaxation. In her book “Natural Beauty at Home,” Janice Cox says that aromatherapy and essential oils are effective at changing the physical and mental states of individuals. Certain essential oils contain…
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