April 17, 2015 Weight Management
Botulism is a potentially life-threatening condition that affects the nervous system. Caused by infection with toxins from the Clostridium botulinum bacteria, botulism occurs in both infants and adults. C. botulinum bacteria can enter the body through several routes, including superficial…
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Working out at the gym gives you access to a variety of machines, equipment and other exercise options you don’t have at home. Not only does this translate into helping you add specific exercises to your training but complete routines…
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A brain aneurysm is an abnormal widening of a section of a blood vessel in the brain. If the blood vessel wall that encloses the ballooned area becomes too weak, it can rupture, releasing blood into and permanently damaging the…
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The Pilates exercise called the Star is similar to a core exercise sometimes known as the opposite arm/leg raise. There is a beginner version of the Star that is done only with the lower body; it is much like a…
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Overview The liver is the largest internal organ in the body, and it has a number of vital functions. Some of its tasks include cleansing the body of toxins (such as alcohol), producing bile that helps digest food and producing…
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April 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Veins, which are blood vessels that have valves, keep blood moving in one direction. When a valve stops working, the blood stops and causes the vein to swell which forms a spider vein. Spider veins are similar to varicose veins,…
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April 17, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Coca-Cola is known throughout the world as a leading soft drink company. With over 3,000 beverage choices made from a variety of ingredients, the nutrition found in Coke products can vary. Consider the individual nutritional information before you drink…
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April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Schizophrenia is a medical term used to describe a group of severe brain disorders that affect mental and emotional responses. Previously healthy patients who develop sudden symptoms of schizophrenia over a short period of time may be diagnosed with acute…
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Overview Adoption is an ultimate act of love that offers a child in need of a home a loving family. If you are considering adoption, there are many government agencies that offer resources and can connect you with children in…
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According to FootHealthFacts.org, “fallen arches” is a term that describes a flatfoot condition that develops in adulthood, and it should not be confused with other flatfoot conditions which first appear during childhood or teenage years. Fallen arches occur when your…
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April 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Inflammatory breast cancer, or IBC, is a rare type of breast cancer that arises in the lymph vessels of the breast. It can occur in both men and women, and does not have a lump as a symptom of…
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April 17, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Menopause signifies the end of ovulation and a drop in estrogen and progesterone levels. The years leading up to menopause, called perimenopause, are marked by fluctuating hormone levels. These hormonal imbalances cause a number of symptoms, including sleep disorders….
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According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, poor training exercises can result in injuries, especially in athletes. ShoulderDoc.co.uk states that some of the most common sports-related shoulder injuries are acromioclavicular (AC) injuries, rotator cuff injuries,…
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Overview Sociopaths, which are individuals suffering from antisocial personality disorder, are not common. According to the Mayo Clinic, only 3 to 5 percent of men and just 1 percent of women are afflicted by the disorder. Sociopathic individuals are unaffected…
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Exercise plans and programs differ drastically based on your interests, aptitudes and availability. Good exercise plans, while sharing some key elements, are individualized and focus on the activities that will give you the most significant mental, social and physical health…
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Overview According to the National Institutes of Health, Americans use meditation as a complementary treatment for various conditions, including anxiety, pain, insomnia and depression. With regular practice, meditation can help you maintain focus, manage stress, experience life more directly and…
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Pap tests are an important part of a woman’s routine health exam and have greatly reduced the number of cases of cervical cancer. The Pap test or Pap smear looks for cell changes on the cervix that might become cancer….
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April 17, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Fennel seeds are just one edible part of the fennel plant, a bulbous vegetable that is usually associated with Mediterranean or Italian cooking. Fennel seeds taste similar to licorice. They are rich in magnesium and essential oils that have a…
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April 17, 2015 Weight Management
Following a diet that promotes belly fat loss will give you more benefits than just looking fabulous in your summer clothes. According to the Mayo Clinic, losing belly fat will reduce your risk of heart disease, breast cancer, diabetes and…
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Upper back pain is less common and more complex than lower back pain. It is usually caused by muscle strain and joint injury due to poor posture, over use, strain, sports injuries and vehicle accidents. According to the Nicholas Institute…
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Children with cerebral palsy may have several motor control problems: spasticity, causing a higher than normal amount of muscle tone; hypotonia, causing a lower than normal amount of tone; athetosis, causing involuntary movements; ataxia, impairing balance and control; or any…
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April 17, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview A volleyball court is the official area in which players may stand before and during a volleyball rally. Marked clearly by lines that signify in and out-of-bounds, a ball or foot that touches the line, without going over its…
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April 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Hair loss occurs naturally at a rate of about 100 hairs a day. Various factors—including diet, stress, hormone levels and genetics—can accelerate hair loss beyond this rate, creating noticeable patchiness throughout the scalp. In some cases, hair loss may not…
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According to the Hepatitis B Foundation, the hepatitis B virus transmits itself through body fluids such as blood-to-blood contact, unprotected sex, used needles or from a mother to infant during delivery. Failure to diagnose and treat hepatitis B on time…
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April 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Congested airways can be caused by a number of issues, including a sinus infection, the common cold, allergies or the flu. The resulting congestion can be painful and uncomfortable, and can make hearing, and sometimes sleeping difficult. Home remedies…
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According to the Merck Manual, three species of tapeworm may cause infections of the intestine in humans: beef tapeworm (Taenia saginata), pork tapeworm (Taenia solium) and fish tapeworm (Diphyllobothrium latum). These cause infections with adult tapeworms transmitted by raw or…
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April 17, 2015 Weight Management
Ephedra, a naturally occurring substance derived from plants, produces an amphetamine-like effect in the body. In recent years, ephedra became popular among athletes and dieters as an “energy booster,” appetite suppressant or athletic performance enhancer. Ephedra compounds are also found…
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Overview Reflexology is a holistic medicine practice that involves massaging the hands and feet, and sometimes the ears. Practitioners maintain that the areas they massage contain reflex points that form a map of the body, and by using finger and…
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Hepatic hemangioma is a type of non-cancerous (benign) tumor composed of abnormally formed blood vessels within the liver. Though this condition can develop in people of any age, hepatic hemangiomas most commonly affect people between the ages of 30 and…
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April 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Several brands of personal care products make shampoos that feature herbal ingredients, from tea tree oil to rosemary and lavender. Each herb contains natural healing properties and is used in shampoos to provide a range of benefits for hair without…
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