April 12, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
1. Body Reactions Inside and Out Experts classify non-Hodgkins lymphoma cells by two different types of cell reactions. B cells are the cells responsible for 90 percent of non-Hodgkins lymphoma cases. Inside your body, the B cells undergo changes within…
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April 12, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Shaving is generally the cheapest and most convenient form of hair removal, but it can cause shaving bumps and a number of other unpleasant side effects. Most causes of shaving-related bumps, such as ingrown hairs and skin irritation, are…
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April 12, 2015 Exercises for Lower Abdominal Toning
To tone the lower abdominal area, you will mainly be targeting the rectus abdominis. Your abdominals are actually made up of four different muscles, and each performs a different function in torso movement. The rectus abdominis is the long, flat…
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Many foods contain compounds that influence estrogen levels within the human body. Estrogen, which governs reproductive health, menstruation and mood, also plays a central role in the size and shape of breast tissue. In theory, an estrogenic diet may help…
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1. So You’ve Got Psoriasis Many individuals with psoriasis search for psoriasis cures, but the unfortunate reality is they don’t exist. Once an individual experiences psoriasis, it’s likely he or she will experience future flareups, even after experiencing complete remission….
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April 12, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Obesity is a condition in which a person’s body weight greatly exceeds limits considered healthy. While it can be aggravated by diseases like hypothyroidism, obesity is largely the result of lifestyle factors like poor diet and lack of exercise….
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April 12, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Inflammatory breast cancer is a rare form of breast cancer, accounting for 1 to 3 percent of all cases, according to the American Cancer Society. In contrast with most other types of breast cancer, inflammatory breast cancer causes the breast…
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Overview The World Health Organization recommends breastfeeding infants for the first 2 years of life. Another perspective comes from the American Dietetic Association and American Academy of Pediatrics, who recommend breastfeeding exclusively for six months and continued breastfeeding with introduction…
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April 12, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Uterine cancer, the most common cancer of a woman’s reproductive system, accounts for 6 percent of all female cancers in the United States, according to the National Cancer Institute. The uterus is a hollow organ that sits in the pelvis…
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Kidney (renal) disease–also called chronic kidney disease or CKD–affects 26 million people in the United States, based upon estimates provided by the National Kidney Foundation. Kidney disease is primarily caused by high blood pressure or diabetes, two diseases that slowly…
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April 12, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Approximately 5 percent of children and adolescents suffer from depression at some point during childhood, according to the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. While there are differing opinions as to whether childhood depression is more common in boys…
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April 12, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Acne develops when dead skin, excess oil and bacteria build up to form a soft plug within the pores. This causes inflammation along the walls of the hair follicles, resulting in the papules, pustules or comedones associated with this skin…
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Overview According to the Migraine Research Foundation, migraine headaches are debilitating and affect over 36 million people in the United States alone. In addition, migraine ranks in the top 20 of the world’s most disabling medical conditions. There are hundreds…
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April 12, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Lips become chapped when the skin cells on them are depleted of moisture. If you have been exposed to extremely hot or cold weather or you frequently lick your lips, the skin on your lips can become chapped, dark,…
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April 12, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
An infection in the urinary tract occurs because of bacteria entering the system. The bacteria cause an infection in the bladder or the kidneys. Girls contract bladder infections more often than boys, especially when beginning to potty train. Uncircumcised boys…
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April 12, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Good skin care encompasses a variety of factors depending on the individual’s type of skin. A skin care regime is also likely to change with age. For example, adolescents may practice good skin care to treat or prevent acne…
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April 12, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
A migraine is a headache that creates moderate to severe pain, usually on one side of the head. The pain is described as pulsing, or throbbing, and is often accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light, sounds and smells. Migraines…
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April 12, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Pumice is a porous volcanic rock created during explosive eruptions. Although hard to the touch, the tiny bubbles frozen inside a pumice stone’s delicate, rigid structure make it look quite a bit like a sponge. This characteristic appearance results…
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Many common foods contain trace amounts of hormone-affecting compounds. In theory, a diet rich in estrogen-stimulating foods may influence the size and shape of breast tissue. An estrogenic diet could improve breast size by triggering hormonal responses similar to those…
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Overview The first stage of tooth development starts at six weeks gestation, according to the Children’s Hospital Boston. However, most infants do not start teething until six months of age. Understanding your infant’s tooth development will help you keep her…
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Heartburn occurs when stomach acid and other stomach contents back up into the esophagus. The delicate, irritated lining of the lower esophagus responds and causes pain and burning, which strike the sufferer in the middle of the chest. Seek medical…
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Going past your due date is quite common, and according to the website Pregnancy-info.net, 7 out of 10 babies are content to wait an extra week or two before making their appearance. You can coax him out using easy techniques,…
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April 12, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Many factors add to a person’s disposition to develop wrinkles. Also called “rhydtids,” wrinkle development is highly dependent upon genetics, age, skin care routine, UV exposure, habits, nutrition and repetitive expressions. Two types of wrinkles exist—dynamic wrinkles and static wrinkles….
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April 12, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Volleyball is the second-most popular sports in the world, after soccer, according the International Volleyball Federation. It’s so popular, in fact, that the International Olympic Committee added beach volleyball as a separate Olympic sport. Many of the rules of beach…
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The generic drug spironolactone is marketed in the United States with the brand name Aldactone. Your doctor may prescribe as part of your treatment for hypertension, also known as high blood pressure. It also may be used in the treatment…
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Reflexology is a massage technique utilized by practitioners throughout the world. Depending on their geographical location, reflexologists may or may not be required to possess a license, or even a formal education in order to practice. In some areas, a…
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April 12, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Red clover, a wild plant, has been used medicinally to treat skin inflammations, respiratory problems and cancer, and to improve circulation. The University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) states that red clover was traditionally considered a diuretic, a blood…
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Building muscles in the arms and pecs is accomplished by consistently engaging in a high-volume upper body weight training. The Georgia State University Department of Kinesiology and Health states that building muscle requires four to six sets of 10 to…
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April 12, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Even the most mild cases of acne often prove difficult to treat. Sufferers may want to put off visiting a physician to save money or because of embarrassment. However, the physical and emotional pain of severe acne warrants an immediate…
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Overview Proform produces a line of treadmills sold through nationwide fitness equipment retailers. Treadmill models from Proform include the 400X, 590T, Power 690, 570 Crosswalk and 1050T. If you experience a problem with your Proform treadmill, you should perform some…
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