Shoulder injury happens frequently in sports because overuse, collision or a fall can be the source. While tennis, baseball, swimming and football generate many of these incidents, accidental shoulder trauma can occur in relation to nearly any athletic activity. Common…
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April 18, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Apple cider vinegar, with its pungent smell and bitter taste, is used around the world as a natural remedy. The fermented apple cider, called the mother of all vinegars, boasts healing properties for our body both internally and externally. In…
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Miscarriage is the loss of pregnancy before 20 weeks gestation. According to the University of Michigan Health Center, miscarriages are very common. In fact, one in four pregnancies result in a miscarriage. Miscarriages occur because the fertilized egg is not…
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April 18, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Whiteheads and blemishes strike just about everyone at some point in their lives. Blemishes and whiteheads form when the pores in your face clog up with dead skin and oil. This happens when you sweat, get dirt and oil…
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From the bark of elm trees to boiling rose petals, just about anything you can think of has been used by people and societies to try and relieve common and not-so-common ailments. These treatments are called folk remedies, and they…
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Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control’s and Prevention show that more than 50 percent of adults regularly drink alcohol, contributing to more than 22,000 deaths associated with alcohol, excluding accidents and deaths. Combine all types of death, and the…
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Peppers are not only good tasting, but they have numerous health benefits that go beyond just nutrition. Sweet and hot peppers contain vitamin C, thiamine, vitamin B6, beta-carotene and folic acid. Peppers also contain phytochemicals, which are antioxidants that help…
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Overview According to “A Dictionary of Nursing,” aromatherapy is defined as the therapeutic use of fragrances derived from essential oils. These can be inhaled through an infusion of the essential oils that produce them, or the oils can be combined…
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April 18, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview The prostate, which is a small gland located at the base of the penis, is responsible for making the fluid component of semen. When these cells begin to grow abnormally quickly, they can turn into prostate cancer. Prostate cancer…
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April 18, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Although many individuals perceive massage as a luxury item and not a therapy, this form of treatment can be highly effective in resolving health challenges such as stress. Using massage therapy for stress involves the work of a trained…
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Weight training is the most often overlooked and underutilized fitness activity for women. People consider weight training a “guy” activity due to perpetuated myths and lack of knowledge. Nevertheless, training with weights is important for women for many reasons including…
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High blood pressure–also called hypertension–is a common problem of the cardiovascular system. Individuals with high blood pressure are at an increased risk for numerous ailments, including heart attack, heart disease and stroke. High blood pressure can be treated through lifestyle…
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April 18, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview DHEA, or dehydroepiandrosterone, is a naturally occuring steroid in the body. It is produced by the adrenal glands located at the top of the kidneys. DHEA is at highest levels in the body during a person’s 20s; however, as…
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April 18, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Zeno is a small, hand-held device used to treat blemishes. The Zeno device, called the Hot Spot, uses heat to kill the bacteria that cause pimples. The Zeno doesn’t use any chemicals to get rid of the pimples, and…
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April 18, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Proper skin care can be time-consuming and expensive. Drug stores offer many over-the-counter options, but it’s difficult to know what will work on an individual basis. Fortunately, a balanced diet can be the skin’s best defense against a variety…
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April 18, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Vaseline traces its roots to the 19th century, when Brooklyn chemist Robert Augustus Cheeseborough first developed it as a natural remedy for skin abrasions in 1869. A mixture of paraffin and microcrystalline wax and mineral oil comprises petroleum jelly. It…
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April 18, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Acid reflux, more commonly known as heartburn, can be more than just an annoyance. Frequent heartburn can be a sign of a serious disease known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, according to the National Institutes of Health. Treating acid…
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Overview Kundalini, a form of yoga from India, focuses on proper breathing. The word is means “coiled up” in Sanskrit. People who practice kundalini yoga believe energy accumulates, in a coil, at the base of the spine in the sacrum….
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Regular exercise is crucial for older adults. Chronic illnesses such as heart disease, arthritis and high blood pressure all can be improved with exercise. Elderly people should embrace complete fitness plans that include aerobic exercise, strength training and stretching. Seniors…
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April 18, 2015 Healthy Life Skills
Cultivating healthy life skills can help boost your overall well-being and your quality of life. Practicing healthy life skills means placing value on those behaviors that support your health and performing them consistently enough to derive significant health benefits. There…
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Overview Red clover, also known as cow clover, wild clover or meadow clover, is a legume that grows wild in the fields of Europe, Asia and North America, where it’s often found in grazing fields for cattle. Historically, red clover…
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April 18, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Lacrosse is a sport gaining popularity across the United States, especially among youth. The rules of college and professional lacrosse in many cases are not appropriate for younger levels of players, and as such are often modified based on the…
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April 18, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Acne originates deep in the pores. The sebaceous glands, which are stimulated by hormones, produce an oil called sebum. Too much sebum, along with bacteria, dirt or makeup, can clog pores and cause inflammation and pimples. Initially, it could…
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April 18, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Extracts of green tea offer a potent, concentrated source of the polyphenols, amino acids and stimulant alkaloids found in green tea leaves. These healthy supplements contain large doses of catechins–the powerful antioxidants responsible for many of green tea’s nutritional benefits….
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April 18, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Body Mass Index, or BMI, is a number based on your height and weight. BMI determines whether your weight is appropriate according to your height. BMI can determine whether you are considered to be underweight, overweight, obese or within…
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Chickweed is a green plant with small white flowers, originally found only in Europe, but also grown in North America. Chickweed is an annual that primarily blooms in the warm weather. The flowers, plants and stems of the plant, scientific…
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April 18, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
If looking gorgeous on the go is a goal or you don’t have a lot of time for a morning routine, incorporate some easy beauty tips into your life for a beauty boost. Contrary to popular belief, looking beautiful doesn’t…
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April 18, 2015 Sports & Recreation
In the modern game of football, the defensive end can be the most important defensive player on the field. Playing great defense is predicated on putting pressure on the quarterback, and that is largely the responsibility of the defensive end….
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April 18, 2015 Weight Management
1. The Bigger, The Better Your quadriceps are the largest muscle group in your body. They do more work than any other, in terms of load bearing movements. Your upper legs or thighs have to carry your full body weight…
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April 18, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Spastic colon, known medically as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), is a painful and sometimes embarrassing condition that affects the intestinal tract. One in five Americans is affected by the disorder, which affects more women than men, according to the…
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