April 26, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
An allergy to dairy should not be confused with lactose intolerance. A true allergy involves the body’s immune system. When the allergen, such as dairy, enters the body the immune system treats it as an unwanted intruder. An intolerance to…
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Add Swiss ball exercises to your workout routine to increase the intensity or to change up the exercise. Swiss balls allow multiple muscles, particularly the abdomen and low back, to be activated during exercises, and they add a balance component…
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April 26, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview A type of heart surgery called coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG) reroutes or bypasses blood around clogged arteries to improve or increase blood flow and oxygen to the heart. Following surgery, patients are typically instructed to consume foods that…
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April 26, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Aqua therapy allows patients who are disabled or recuperating from a potentially disabling illness to perform exercises that would be either impossible or far more difficult outside the water environment. This form of medical therapy is hardly new or cutting…
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April 26, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
According to the American Dietetic Association, well-planned vegetarian diets are healthy for all ages and can help prevent diseases such as diabetes, cancer, heart disease and obesity. If you are a vegetarian or are considering becoming one, it’s important to…
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Overview The National Institutes of Health characterizes hives as raised, red welts that develop on the surface of the skin, resulting from an allergic response. They’re often accompanied by an itching sensation around the affected site. Though the cause of…
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April 26, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Zits are nasty little pustules that always seem to pop up at the most inopportune times. Acne is well known as a bane of the teenage years but breakouts often occur in older people as well. There are many…
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April 26, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Authentic Hoodia gordonii grows only in parts of South Africa and Namibia, according to the South African Council for Scientific and Industrial Research. Hoodia gordonii is a succulent plant with blossoms that smell strikingly similar to rotten meat. Consequently, flies…
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Overview Lemon balm may have roots in history, but its popularity continues today. The International Herb Association named lemon balm Herb of the Year in 2007, according to The Herb Companion magazine. Lemon balm resembles mint, both in its appearance…
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April 26, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Getting and maintaining beautiful, healthy nails takes more than just polish, buffing and manicures or pedicures. Vitamin supplementation to provide your growing nails with the nutrients they need for vigorous and thick growth is the number one unbreakable rule of…
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April 26, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Most Americans think of badminton as a game for family gatherings, barbeques, and work picnics. But in many parts of the world, badminton is actually a serious sport complete with world-rankings, large paychecks, governing bodies and rigid rulebooks. But whether…
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While the number of herbal supplements and multivitamins available on the market are many, users looking to focus primarily on improving brain function would benefit most from specific products. Available in most local supermarkets and drug stores, herbal supplements such…
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April 26, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Basketball is a game of skills and rules that take some time to learn. Skills like dribbling, passing, shooting and playing defense are emphasized by coaches in practice. When young girls play in basketball games, officials and referees may give…
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April 26, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Breathing is a key element of tai chi, which regards breath as the drawing in and release of energy. This process is often described in classical tai chi literature as “opening and closing.” Upon the intake of air, or opening,…
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The pelvic floor muscles support the bowel, bladder, and uterus, and are the muscles contracted to stop urination. Childbirth can weaken these muscles, which can cause problems later in life such as incontinence, according to the Better Health Channel. Strengthen…
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April 26, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Most frequently mentioned in connection with migraine prevention, butterbur (Petasites hybridus) continues to inspire research for other conditions. The large-leaved herb has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic benefits that can be derived from both its leaves and roots, although the root is…
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April 26, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Perform your cardio exercises at varying intensities and durations to improve your cardiovascular or aerobic fitness and body fat loss. The health of your cardiovascular organs is dependent on your participation in aerobic activities as the increase in demand for…
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April 26, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Acid reflux, also referred to as gastroesophageal reflux (GER), is a condition caused by the backflow of stomach contents into the esophagus. Improper closing or spontaneous opening of the lower esophageal sphincter allows the undigested food and stomach acids…
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April 26, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
American ginseng, grown as a wild perennial throughout central and eastern North America, has been cultivated for centuries, according to Washington State University. Ginseng, used as a medicinal herb, is sliced and dried before consumption. It’s often brewed as a…
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April 26, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Asthma, a chronic lung disease, affects approximately 300 million people worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. The prevalence of this disease is on the rise, especially in industrialized nations, and in 2007 it was the most common chronic disease…
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Overview A person has “power of attorney” if someone executes a legal document conveying legal authority to that person to make certain decisions on his behalf, usually in the event of illness or incapacity. It is common for people granted…
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April 26, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Cyclists ride mountain bikes along rocky mountain trails or other tough terrain. To ensure your bike can withstand the obstacles you’ll face on these trails, choose a bike that’s specially designed for off-road cycling. The right mountain bike will…
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April 26, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Many of the rules and regulations that apply to girls’ lacrosse differ from the women’s game. Officials devised rules specifically to teach girls how to conduct themselves on the lacrosse field. Young players compete in three classes, according to US…
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Neck injuries can have various causes, such as car accidents and collisions in sports like football and rugby. These injuries often cause acute and/or chronic neck pain. To alleviate neck pain, the Mayo Clinic recommends a series of neck stretches….
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April 26, 2015 Weight Management
Obesity can bring serious health and psychosocial consequences to your child, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, breathing problems, depression and low self-esteem, according to the Mayo Clinic. Although some obese children may require medical attention from a health care…
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A snow day often is one of the best developments children can have during winter. Instead of having to go to school, they wake up to a blanket of snow on the ground and find out they will be home…
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April 26, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Depression is not merely a state of mind–it is not an illness someone can snap out of when they choose. Its causes are complex, and often it is a combination of causes responsible for this disorder, according to Depression.com. While…
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Red thyme essential oil is an extract of the common thyme (Thymus vulgaris), a low, creeping aromatic herb of the mint family more commonly used for culinary purposes. Red thyme oil has a sweet leaf-like smell and is amber to…
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Overview Many parents wonder if feeding their babies store brand formula is somehow cheating them out of getting the proper nutrition. However, in comparing Similac, a major formula company, with the Parent’s Choice brand, the generic alternative offered by Wal-Mart,…
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April 26, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Much has been written about the elusive flat tummy and six-pack abs. Prescriptions for fad diets and fat-blasting workouts sound good, but they aren’t always applicable to real life. The truth is, if you want to get and maintain a…
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