May 17, 2015 Weight Management
It’s easy to get caught up in measuring body composition based on one’s weight. Height-to-weight ratios have been around for years; many doctors still use them — and most people are comfortable with determining how much they should weigh based…
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May 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
1. Wait It Out Molluscum contagiosum surfaces most often in children under age 10, but it can also spread to adults. If you contract the virus and have a healthy immune system, it usually resolves in 6 to 18 months….
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A set of dumbbells give your upper body a good workout. Adding an exercise ball can make your workouts even better. Performing exercises on a ball can improve your core stability, posture and overall balance. It is important to choose…
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May 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
1. Prenatal Blood Tests During the second trimester of pregnancy, women have the opportunity to have a blood test to screen for birth defects. This is called the maternal serum triple or quadruple screen. This test only involves drawing blood…
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May 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Dyspraxia is a developmental disorder that effects motor coordination. Also commonly called developmental coordination disorder or motor disability, dyspraxia affects approximately 6 percent of children, 2 percent of which are severely affected, according to the National Center for Learning Disabilities….
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Breast cancer, the uncontrolled proliferation of tissues within the ducts, lobules or nipple of the breast, is a life-threatening disease. The cancer begins as a growth of cells within the breast that begin to invade neighboring tissues and eventually circulate…
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Overview The dialysis machine was engineered by Dr. Willem Kolff in 1943. While the first machines were huge, bulky devices whose use was controversial, improvements made them smaller and more effective. Dialysis machines can even be used in the home,…
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May 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Acne is a common complaint, especially in teenagers, although adults can also suffer from it. The exact causes of acne are unknown, but it is thought to result from clogged pores, excess oil on the skin, inflammation and bacteria. There…
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May 17, 2015 Weight Management
Body fat centered in the male stomach is more of a health risk than fat in any other location. Unfortunately, according to research published on Medline Plus, men tend to carry their excess weight around their gut area. The good…
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May 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Cognitive behavioral therapy is one of the most common types of psychotherapy used in treating anxiety disorders, according the Mayo Clinic. Children, teens and adults who suffer from anxiety disorders have trouble concentrating, difficulty succeeding at work and school…
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Custody laws for grandparents vary between states within the United States. All states command that the best interest of the child is considered before custody can be awarded to a grandparent. Custody refers to the right to make decisions for…
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Overview Stress management is a coordinated approach to dealing with the emotional and physical effects of our natural stress responses, which can arise with undesirable frequency and drain our reserves of health and well-being. You will likely benefit from learning…
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Slimming down your legs involves cardiovascular exercise, to burn calories and fat, and strength training, to build muscle and tone. According to the textbook “Exercise Physiology: Energy, Nutrition and Human Performance,” the most efficient way to slim the legs is…
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May 17, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Nike, Adidas and Puma are three of the world’s major soccer shoe manufacturers. While the basic concept of modern soccer shoes may seem to be fairly standardized across the market, technological innovations by all three companies have resulted in…
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Overview Many pregnant women experience changes in their sex drive during pregnancy. Some may find that increased blood flow to the sexual organs and breasts boosts their libidos, while others discover that uncomfortable pregnancy symptoms put a damper on their…
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May 17, 2015 Weight Management
Belly fat not only looks unhealthy, it actually increases your risk of developing certain chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. USA Today reported in 2008 that more than 50 percent of Americans possess too much belly fat….
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Overview Male infertility is responsible for at least one-third of all infertility cases, according to the American Pregnancy Association. One potential cause of male infertility is something normally considered healthy: cycling. Men who regularly cycle long distances may suffer from…
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May 17, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Racquetball is a highly competitive game that requires speed, quickness, great reactions and quick thinking. Racquetball is a top-flight exercise because it offers aerobic and anaerobic benefits. The sport will get your heart rate up and burn more than 600…
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May 17, 2015 Weight Management
Overview The food you consume is the fuel you give your body, and it has a definite and immediate effect on it, particularly the brain, whose demands for nutrients are always met first. Healthy eating provides not only the basic…
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The hip joints are surrounded by numerous muscles, which contract to move your legs through various ranges of motion. These movements are important for activities such as sitting down, standing up, stepping sideways, walking, and running. Therefore, you should exercise…
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Getting a guy to notice you is sometimes easier said than done. While going directly to the guy and chatting him up will certainly make him notice you, it can be nerve-racking and hard for a woman who is shy….
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May 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Many people want their skin to have a golden glow but aren’t willing to sacrifice their health to achieve that. While spray tanning booths offer an alternative to the ultraviolet radiation exposure of sunbathing and using tanning beds, users…
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“Going green,” a term coined to refer to using measures to use less energy and become more energy conscious, is an ideal way to do your part to conserve Earth’s natural resources. Unfortunately, most of the measures suggested can mean…
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Surviving breast cancer is a unique fight. There are similarities to be sure, but each recovery is distinct in detail. Surgical strategy and prior level of fitness effect rehabilitation. It is extremely important that you consult your surgeon prior to…
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Beautiful hair depends on the health of the hair, follicles and scalp. Take vitamins that contribute to your hair’s health to improve its appearance, giving it a shine and fullness that would be otherwise unattainable. Certain vitamins are better than…
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May 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Emotional eating is a coping mechanism for dealing with negative emotions. Instead of facing the causes of stress, anger, sadness or anxiety directly, you soothe or comfort yourself with food. But after the initial pleasure from eating dissipates, the…
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May 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The World Health Organization loosely defines psychotropic drugs as a group of medications that act on the central nervous system and affect mental processes or cognition. Psychotropic medications include antidepressants, stimulants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers and medications used to treat movement…
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The average annual energy bill for a typical single-family home is $2,200 as of 2010, reports the Environmental Protection Agency. That’s a lot of energy being consumed, and with energy conservation such an important topic, it’s a good time to…
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As part of membership at many gyms, you may receive a free hour with a trainer, who will instruct you on how to use the weight machines. Unfortunately, unless you hire a trainer, you will not likely receive any instruction…
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Overview Successful performance in sports is just as related to mental fitness as it is to physical fitness. Athletes who are psychologically prepared for competition consistently outperform unprepared athletes. It was for this reason that the discipline of sports psychology…
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