Overview Both Roth Individual Retirement Accounts and regular IRAs, also known as Traditional IRAs, offer tax-advantage savings for long-term investors. However, the tax features of each type of account are very different, affecting both contributions and distributions. Determining which account…
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April 28, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The drug generically named lamivudine is marketed within the United States under the brand name Epivir. It is used in the therapeutic treatment of infection by the hepatitis B virus that is long-term. Physicians sometimes use it with other types of…
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April 28, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Indoor volleyball typically requires six players on each side, unlike beach volleyball, which requires only two players. The players try to score by hitting the ball to the opponent’s court so that it hits the floor before the opponents can…
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April 28, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Acinic or acinar cells are grape-shaped cells present in many different glands, include the pancreas and salivary glands. Although rare, acinic cells can become cancerous, resulting in acinic cell carcinomas. These types of cancer tend to grow slowly but…
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April 28, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Lymphoma is the third most common childhood cancer, according to the University of California-San Francisco (UCSF) Children’s Hospital. In non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, tumors develop from white blood cells in the lymphatic system, a network of vessels that fights disease throughout…
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Organic medicinal herbs are some of the very first medicines man ever used. Today there are testing facilities designed to check herbs for their use against medical conditions. Clinical trials have been done on some herbs to detect their effectiveness…
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Overview Injuries to the rotator cuff occur in a spectrum ranging from mild inflammation to complete destruction of the shoulder. Pain can be present in the shoulder with any of the conditions. The range of motion of the shoulder may…
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Abdominal workout programs can vary from intense, focused abdominal exercises multiple days a week to a few exercises included as part of another workout. The abdominal workouts you choose to do should be dictated by your goal. Heavy intense exercises…
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April 28, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Natural Standard ranks goldenseal as one of the top five selling herbals in the United States. In the late 1990s, goldenseal flew off the shelves so rapidly, the plant that had grown uncultivated in such abundance became endangered. Goldenseal…
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A yoga ball is made out of durable rubber and it gets inflated to widths of 55 to 75 cm. Known by other names like physio ball, stability ball and fitness ball, the yoga ball causes you to be off…
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Overview Made from high-grade steel material, Powertec squat racks are built for safety and can be used in both commercial and residential settings. Powertec was the first to design plate-loaded leverage machines, which basically combine the intensity of free-weight training…
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April 28, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Fishing floats, sometimes called bobbers, are familiar to most fishermen from when they first began fishing. A simple rod and reel, fishing line, a hook and a float were all that was needed. Although many experienced fisherman believe they have…
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Overview Radon is a radioactive, gaseous element that is odorless, tasteless and colorless. Because radon emits ionizing radiation, long-term exposure can cause lung cancer. Radon is commonly found in homes, particularly those with underground basements, where radon seeps through cracks…
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April 28, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Dozens of anti-aging skin products line the shelves of stores, each promising to target symptoms of aging, creating a smoother and more youthful look. But not all skin care products are made alike. Several criteria recommended by third-party medical experts,…
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Bringing your shoulders down and back is a critical element of good form and posture when weightlifting. Shoulder position is also important in everyday life, especially if you work at a computer, which tends to encourage forward-slumping posture. According to…
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April 28, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Losing weight in the neck can be a tough endeavor, and it often takes at least six to eight weeks for any significant results. Since there is no way to target fat loss at any particular part of the…
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April 28, 2015 Foods Low in Sodium & Carbs
Carbohydrates are a macronutrient found in most plant foods which your body converts to energy to fuel your cells. Sodium is a micronutrient and mineral that is essential, but in smaller quantities than most Americans consume on a regular basis….
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There are three vitamins that are essential to the maintenance of eye health, including vitamin C, vitamin E and vitamin A. All three of these vitamins are readily found in the foods you eat. But certain diets may limit the…
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Overview Arnica, a perennial flower which resembles a yellow-orange daisy, has seen use as an herbal remedy since the 1500s. Like all homeopathic tinctures, homeopathic arnica has been regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration since 1938. According to…
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April 28, 2015 Weight Management
Overview The Roux-en-Y procedure, the most common form of gastric bypass surgery, can help obese people lose weight and maintain that weight loss. It is intended for those who have been unsuccessful in losing weight by other methods. The Roux-en-Y…
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April 28, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
The health of your hair and scalp is affected by the presence of certain vitamins, each of which contributes to the scalp’s overall health. Because of the effects on the scalp, certain vitamins are often components in medications and supplements…
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Overview The 529 college savings plan and the Education IRA are both tax-advantaged investment plans designed to provide savings for educational expenses. The Education IRA, renamed the Coverdell Education Savings Account, is an individual account with different contribution and investment…
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The University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) refers to high cholesterol and high triglycerides as lipid disorders, conditions characterized by an excess amount of fat in the blood. Lipid disorders increase the risk of heart disease, stroke and high blood…
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Arthritis and tendinitis are conditions associated with inflammation at the joints. These conditions can be painful. Most often over-the-counter and prescription pain medications are used to treat these conditions, but natural remedies may be beneficial and have fewer side effects…
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The kidneys are a pair of vital organs that perform many functions in the body by keeping the blood clean and chemically balanced. Several diseases and conditions cause renal failure by damaging the kidneys, which results in a buildup of…
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Eucalyptus oil is distilled from the leaves of the evergreen Eucalyptus globulus tree. It’s often used as both a topical ointment and ingested orally for medical maladies like coughing. Though it’s all-natural, the oil can sometimes have negative side effects….
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April 28, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
If your toenail is painful, red and irritated around the edges, you may have an ingrown toenail, says the Mayo Clinic. Ingrown toenails occur when the corners of the toenail dig into the sides of the toe, causing pain. As…
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Overview Your home is your biggest investment. Because homes are so expensive, it is essential that you insure your home for the full value and replacement cost to protect yourself financially in the event of an accident, a fire or…
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Crib bumpers are used to keep a baby from hitting his head on the crib and to prevent body parts from getting stuck between the slats. Many parents also like how cozy and cute they make the crib look. However,…
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April 28, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Some women are simply unhappy with their breast size, and they may feel larger breasts can afford them better confidence, sex appeal and self-image. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to enlarge your breasts, as long as you’re doing it for…
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