Colon cleansing, a detoxification practice typically associated with alternative medicine, has been touted as a treatment for conditions ranging from asthma to irritable bowel syndrome. Mainstream medical practitioners generally frown upon the use of colon cleansing as a treatment for…
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April 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
If a person becomes exposed to the hepatitis B virus (HBV), they can develop an inflammatory liver disease called hepatitis B. To limit the risk of developing this infection, health officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…
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April 16, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
A fractured eye socket occurs when the small bones surrounding one or both eyes becomes damaged due to facial trauma. This type of fracture–which is also referred to as an orbital or blowout fracture–can cause severe eye damage in certain…
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Overview Stamina training is done using intervals, and the interval intensity is measured by heart rate. Intervals prevent over-training, under-training and hitting a plateau. Interval training elevates your heart rate higher then it would training at a steady pace. Intervals…
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April 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
For generations, calendula has been used to treat a variety of minor ailments. Calendula, also known as pot marigold, can be used to treat small wounds and burns, ear infections and dermatitis. The herb is generally considered safe. However, experts…
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Eighty percent of men and women in the United States experience lower back pain at least once in their lives, according to the website IdeaFit.com. One of the reasons for back pain includes repetitive motions such as lifting objects. Men…
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Generic Fosamax, or alendronate, is a medication in a classification of drugs known as bisphosphonates. Fosamax is used to treat or prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis, steroid-induced osteoporosis and Pagets disease of bone, according to Drugs.com. It helps to slow bone loss…
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April 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Willow bark has been used medicinally for centuries, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. In fact, the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates advised his patients to chew willow bark to relieve fevers and inflammation. This versatile, effective medicinal herb…
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April 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Human immunodeficiency virus or HIV can cause an acute flu-like illness in the weeks following initial infection. The terms acute HIV infection, primary HIV infection and acute retroviral syndrome are used to describe this illness. The Centers for Disease Control…
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April 16, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Coaching fast-pitch softball is a detail-oriented job. There is very little margin for error in fast-pitch softball. The games tend to be low-scoring, and pitching usually dominates. As a result, every decision the coach makes can have a game-changing impact….
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Heartburn is among the most common complaints associated with pregnancy. It often starts in the second month, and can continue for the duration. Like other symptoms, it can be blamed on hormones.When you are pregnant, hormones relax the protective muscles…
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April 16, 2015 Sports & Recreation
A fixed-gear bicycle has only one gear. It requires the rider to pedal continually with no allowance for coasting during the ride. If the pedaling stops, so does the bike. There are many advantages to training on a fixed gear…
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April 16, 2015 Weight Management
Drastic weight loss plans can save lives. These kind of plans help prepare obese people for important surgeries or work with dangerously overweight individuals to help them shed hundreds of pounds in as little time as safely possible. Weight loss…
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April 16, 2015 Weight Management
Apple shaped individuals have a higher risk of developing certain medical conditions than other body types. When you have belly fat, the fat lies deep within the abdominal cavity and rests around the organs. It emits hormones and chemicals that…
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April 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Nicotine is one of the many chemicals found in tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, pipes and smokeless tobacco. Nicotine is readily absorbed, and once it enters the bloodstream, it quickly moves through the body and affects the organs. The…
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Strength training the back muscles, including the lower trapezius, is important for shoulder stability and function. Having strong lower trapezius muscles can also improve the overall width and look of your back. The trapezius is responsible for the upward rotation…
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Lat bar pull downs are probably one of the most common back exercises performed incorrectly. If you want to be able to show off a beautiful back during the summer, it’s important to know how to train your latissimus dorsi…
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April 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The stereotype of what it means to be bipolar–raging mood swings of uncontrollable mania alternating with weeks of immobilizing depression–represents just one type of bipolar disorder. The National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression estimates that 5.7 million American…
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The shoulders are the most mobile joints in the body, according to MedlinePlus, a National Institutes of Health resource. Body weight exercises challenge the shoulders without placing external stress on them. Strong shoulders contribute to proper posture and improve capability…
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April 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Herbal teas are beverages made from herbs other than the tea plant (Camellia sinensis). There are a variety of herbal teas, many of which are marketed to treat specific ailments or provide health benefits. Understanding the effects of individual herbs…
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Your pecs are responsible for the power behind pushing motions; anything that brings your humerus, the upper arm bone, in across the body puts the pecs to work. The pecs are relatively easy to work at home since they require…
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The Ab Lounge, the “ultimate abdominal machine” according to the Fitness Quest website, is a revolutionary piece of exercise equipment that has changed the way many people look at their abdominal workout. Rather than subject the user to a series…
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Weighted wands can be used for easy, convenient resistance exercises for the upper body. Increased muscle strength, improved body shape and increased muscle power are some of the benefits of resistance training. One wand can be used to perform an…
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Exercise is good practice for just about anyone. It is especially beneficial for women, who suffer more frequently from debilitation conditions such as osteoporosis which causes bones to become more fragile and more likely to break, according to Today’s Women…
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April 16, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Nutrition can take many forms. Proper nutrition can lead to overall health by optimizing bodily functions and healthy tissues. The general public, however, isn’t working as a registered dietician and may have trouble following a nutrition plan. As a…
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April 16, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
The dehydrating effects of caffeine and alcohol have commonly been advanced by a myriad of authorities, including Harvard Medical School and Vanderbilt University. But recent studies call in question whether drinks containing caffeine decrease hydration like alcohol does. The effects…
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Nearsightedness, or myopia, is a common eye condition that affects roughly one-third of the population, according to the American Optometric Association. Characterized by difficulty seeing objects that are far away, nearsightedness is believed to be hereditary. Though symptoms of nearsightedness…
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Your butt, correctly called your gluteus maximus but sometimes called gluteals or glutes, is the muscle primarily responsible for extending your legs backward. Your gluteals are the largest and strongest muscle in your body and are very important for sports…
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April 16, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview In a sauna, you are likely to encounter air temperatures of about 200 degrees F. First you will get dry heat emanating from a wood stove, according to author and physician Dr. Andrew Weil, then–if it is a traditional…
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April 16, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview If you were thinking of using your soccer cleats to play football this year, or vice versa, you should think again. While their purpose is the same, some distinct differences between the two types can greatly affect your ability…
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