April 11, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Acne can be frustrating, embarrassing, painful and, in severe cases, can even lead to scarring. While the American Academy of Dermatologists (AAD) cautions that acne treatments aren’t instantaneous—they must be ongoing and they take time to work—there are still…
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In early stages, the progressive muscle disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, causes weakness, slurred speech, muscle cramps and twitching. As the disease progresses and muscles waste away, movement, speech, swallowing and breathing become…
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April 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
A major component of depression is distorted thinking. The negative thoughts associated with depression impact emotions and behaviors. Therefore, acknowledgment of a person’s positive aspects is essential in overcoming depression. Since women are twice as likely as men to have…
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A typical pregnancy lasts between 38 and 42 weeks, during which time a fertilized egg cell develops into a full-term fetus, ready to be born. The developmental process progresses through a detailed and precisely timed set of stages during the…
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April 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Although anxiety is a normal reaction to stressful situations, it can become excessive and interfere with a person’s ability to cope with everyday activities. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is one of several anxiety disorders that cause exaggerated fears or concerns. Generalized…
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April 11, 2015 Weight Management
The best exercise workouts for weight loss are those that burn the most calories while providing a whole-body workout that includes increased heart rate and muscle toning, according to personal trainers for the American Council on Exercise. When choosing an…
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As the surplus of fad diets and exercise programs can attest, the desire to reduce and eliminate belly fat is a common goal in many American households. While the body mechanics of storing fat, or surplus calories, relies on a…
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April 11, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview People are attracted to beautiful, well-cared-for locks. Some have gorgeous heads of hair naturally, but not everyone is blessed with radiant tresses. Many are afflicted with brittle breaking hair that is difficult to manage. Proper attention, however, can improve…
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Homeopathy employs the use of highly diluted amounts of substances derived from plants and minerals in order to assist the body in healing itself. Homeopathic pharmaceutical companies prepare these remedies based on rigorous standards. Specific remedies are chosen based on…
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The gluteus maximus is a muscle that attracts a lot of attention. It is a feature that can be considered attractive to the opposite sex. Many are fatigued by attempts to try to minimize or tighten their butt. However, there…
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Overview The reason that heart rate increases when running may seem simple, but there are many variables that can contribute to this increase. Factors such as hydration, overall health status, clothing type, weather and temperature conditions as well as altitude…
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Overview Cradle cap, also known as infantile seborrheic dermatitis, occurs commonly in babies and is usually not a serious medical concern, says the Mayo Clinic. Cradle cap may look like white or yellow flaky scaling on your child’s scalp. To…
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April 11, 2015 Weight Management
Weight loss takes more than just eating right, especially if you have a sedentary lifestyle. You can take small steps at home and away to improve your fitness and your eating habits. The American Dietetic Association notes, however, that dieting…
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April 11, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Selenium is essential for human health as a trace mineral. It occurs in many plant foods, with the amount depending on how much selenium is in the soil where the plants grow. For instance, soil in the high plains region…
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Jon Kabat-Zinn, author of “Full Catastrophe Living,” founded the first medically-based stress reduction program in the United States which uses meditation as its foundational treatment. Established in 1995, The Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society at the…
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April 11, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview The eyes are said to be the “windows of the soul.” Unfortunately, the wonder of our eyes can be significantly diminished by the presence of dark circles under them. These unsightly areas can be caused by heredity, lack of…
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Overview Numerous factors influence abdominal exercise efficiency. These include height, weight, leg to torso length ratio, hip flexor flexibility, lower back alignment, abdominal strength and neck tension. Despite countless studies about the so-called best abdominal exercises, experts rarely agree with…
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April 11, 2015 What Causes High Blood Pressure and Obesity?
Numerous factors contribute to obesity and high blood pressure (hypertension). The conditions share similar contributing factors, such as excess body weight, environmental factors, heredity and unhealthy diet. According to the World Health Organization, more than 300 billion adults are obese…
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The hip is a ball-and-socket joint, which means that the spherical head of the femur, or thighbone, connects to the hipbone’s spherical cavity. Ball-and-socket joints support multi-directional movement, but they work on a “use it or lose it” principle. They…
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April 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Most babies will have at least one cold in their first year of life. Unfortunately there are no remedies that cure the common cold–it generally runs its course in seven to 10 days. Home remedies, however, may relieve the infant’s…
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April 11, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Hair can dry out for a number of reasons: over-processing, exposure to chlorine at the pool and even too much shampooing. Curly hair, in particular, has a tendency to be coarse, and coarse hair is more likely to be dry…
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April 11, 2015 Weight Management
Omeprazole, commonly known and marketed as Prilosec, is a medication that is used to decrease acid production in the stomach. Prilosec is used to treat stomach disorders such as gastric and duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (in which stomach acid…
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Whether they want a tight, well-defined set of “six-pack” abs, or simply want to improve their athletic performance in a sport, men need to spend some time focusing their workouts on the abs. The best ab exercises for men focus…
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April 11, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Developed within the warring states of feudal Japan, ninjitsu is a study involving many martial and survivalist techniques. From concealment and espionage, to unarmed combat and sword techniques, ninjitsu practitioners excelled in many of the combat methods utilized in assassination….
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April 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Crystal meth, meth, speed, crank and tweak are the common street names given to methamphetamine. Crystal meth is a highly addictive stimulant drug that affects the central nervous system (CNS) and is illegal in the United States, according to U.S….
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April 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Also commonly called bladder infections, urinary tract infections (UTIs) are characterized by an urgent and frequent impulse to urinate (often without much success), a burning sensation during and after urination, and a mild ache or cramp in the abdomen. Preventative…
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The trapezius is located on your upper back and shoulders, extending from the bottom of your skull down to your middle back and fanning out to your shoulder blades. According to Dr. David Kent at Kent Health Systems, lack of…
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Overview The multitude of products, gizmos and ab classes at your local gym make your abdominals a popular body part to target with exercise. Well-trained abs not only look good, but also have health benefits such as improving posture and…
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The muscles of your neck function to move your head backward, forward, side-to-side and to rotate your head. Strengthening these muscles can help prevent and treat neck pain which, according to the Mayo Clinic, is an extremely common condition caused…
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April 11, 2015 Weight Management
If you’re overweight, it’s always advantageous to try to lose a few pounds and get within the range of a healthy weight. Generally, you can get the most health benefits by doing that with a combination of diet and exercise….
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