When you do not have access to a gym, you miss out on dumbbells, barbells, weight machines and cardio equipment. The good news is you do not need anything fancy to work your stomach muscles and lose belly fat. As…
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A treadmill may just be the most widely used piece of cardiovascular equipment in existence. They are versatile and offer exercisers the option to walk or run at various inclines and speeds. The club-quality models are very expensive; however, you…
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April 24, 2015 Weight Management
While being overweight can certainly make you feel less attractive, it poses other dangers, as well. A person who is overweight is much more likely to suffer from a stroke, heart attack, high blood pressure and other diseases. Small, simple…
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April 24, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
According the Cedars Sinai Medical Center, a neutropenic diet is ordered when a person has a low white blood cell count, which includes patients undergoing chemotherapy, people with bone marrow or stem cell transplant, organ transplant recipients, and those with…
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April 24, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Whether you wear skateboard shoes for fashion or for functionality, you need to lace them. You can choose from numerous lacing styles, but if you’re looking for an attractive and comfortable option, try straight, or bar, lacing. In straight…
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April 24, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Fly fishing for steelhead is a challenging yet rewarding experience. Choosing the right technique for the conditions you are fishing is just as important as selecting the right fly. Utilizing the proper method will help get your fly in front…
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The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America states that over 20 million Americans have a dust mite allergy. Dust mites are small, microscopic insects that live mainly in dust, bedding and pillows. People with a dust mite allergy suffer from…
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Stability ball workouts require your body to maintain balance, which cause your body to use your stabilizing muscles (deep abdominal and spine muscles) to prevent falls and being imbalanced. Since everyone has different goals, bodies and physical fitness, the best…
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The muscles of your stomach and hips are important for balance, stabilization, posture and most movement involving your legs. Although the stomach and hips may be counted as two muscle groups, they include several muscles. The abs alone consist of…
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Overview If you have a baby–or babies–in your home, it’s likely a foregone conclusion that you will need to install a baby gate or two. Baby gates can keep your little one confined to an area that’s relatively safe by…
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Aromatherapy oils can be used in a variety of ways to invoke certain moods or atmospheres and to heal certain physical or mental conditions. The practice of aromatherapy dates back to Ancient Egypt. In her book, ‘Natural Beauty at Home”…
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April 24, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Safe bicycling on public roadways requires concentration, observance of traffic laws and the use of proper safety devices. Every year, cyclists failing to follow safe practices or drivers disregarding cyclists’ rights to operate on public roads cause injury and…
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April 24, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview If you’re experiencing hair loss while breastfeeding, you’re experiencing a completely normal body change, notes the Mayo Clinic. When pregnancy hormones end and you begin nursing your baby, your body recalibrates your hormone levels. The result for many women…
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April 24, 2015 Weight Management
According to Juan Carlos Santana, director of the Institute of Human Performance, most people fail to achieve their fitness goals because they do not have a proper exercise plan that maps out what they should do at a certain time…
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April 24, 2015 Weight Management
Overview When a person hears the word steroids she tends to think of bodybuilders taking a shortcut to gain weight quickly. Yet steroids are used for many legitimate medical reasons. Steroids such as prednisone are used to reduce inflammation and…
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April 24, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Individuals who suffer from acne may choose to purchase the Clean and Clear Advantage Acne Control Kit as a possible treatment. Clinical studies have shown the Advantage Kit to be an effective topical treatment for acne. This kit involves…
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April 24, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Putting road-style tires on your mountain bike is one part of making it a “hybrid” bike–a bike designed for commuting and around-town riding. Hybrid tires are smoother, easier to ride in the city and often narrower than mountain bike tires;…
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Overview Maintaining healthy eyes and good vision requires routine eye examinations. Eye care professionals gather each patient’s medical information, such as allergies to medications, to monitor eye health, but also to avoid complications from any part of the exam. Knowing…
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Overview If you struggle with overdue bills and persistent telephone calls from angry creditors, the stress of dealing with debt you cannot afford to pay may lead you to seek relief from either debt settlement or bankruptcy. Although debt settlement…
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April 24, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Chemotherapy is normally used in combination with surgery and/or radiation for the treatment of colon cancer. Chemotherapy usually follows surgery as a part of an overall treatment plan to extend colon cancer survival. If found and treated in early stages…
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April 24, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Acid reflux affects many people and is a condition that involves the esophagus and the stomach. It often causes a burning sensation, both in the throat and the mouth. While there are many conventional medicines used to treat acid…
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April 24, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Dissociative identity disorder (DID) is a psychological disorder that disrupts the normally integrated functions of memory, identity, perception and consciousness in an individual. This is a difficult disorder to conceptualize because of the extreme disconnection of self associated with the…
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If you’re bored with your everyday indoor workout routine or can’t afford a gym membership, playground jungle gyms offer interesting, no-cost workout options. Aim for 12 repetitions of each strength training exercise as recommended by the Mayo Clinic, following each…
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April 24, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a total of 78,561 Americans were diagnosed with esophageal cancer from 1999 to 2004. This type of cancer is in the top 10 causes of cancer death in the country….
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Overview The strong and shapely butt is a coveted physical asset. Great glutes look gorgeous and perform well in various athletic pursuits. Fitness equipment manufacturers, aware of the public’s butt fixation, offer a vast selection of efficient, as well as…
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An abnormal hard and bony bump at the bottom of the big toe is known as a bunion. The toe becomes bigger, which crowds in on the other toes. This makes it uncomfortable to walk because it can cause pain….
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April 24, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Hybrid striped bass are often active in cold weather unlike many other bass species. Game and Fish magazine suggests going striped bass fishing in the early spring especially if you enjoy fishing with bait versus an artificial lure. Checking with…
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April 24, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Warts are caused by a virus that enters the skin. They spread easily from person to person and are often difficult to get rid of. There are several over-the-counter medications to combat warts and a few procedures that your doctor…
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April 24, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Abilify, generic name aripiprazole, was first released in 2002 and is available in four forms; tablet, orally disintegrating tablets, liquid and as an injection. Since its release, Abilify has been approved by the FDA to treat a variety of conditions…
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April 24, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Baldness and bald spots are unfortunate conditions that happen to millions of people every year. Although baldness normally happens to people over the age of 40, you can start losing your hair at any age. Bald spots occur when…
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