Overview A restraining order is a legal injunction issued by a state court that commands one person to stop harming another person. The purpose of the order is to prevent an abuser from harming, harassing or even contacting a victim….
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May 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Constipation is a common problem that can affect anyone, regardless of sex, age or race. The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse defines constipation as fewer than three bowel movements a week. Constipated bowel movements are infrequent, painful and often incomplete,…
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Solar energy is a growing alternative energy source that captures natural radiation from the sun and transforms the radiation into energy that you can use both at home and commercially. Although solar power is a renewable and clean source of…
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1. Acknowledge and Confront the Problem The hardest step for someone with a personality disorder is the first one: acknowledging the problem. Because of the rigidity involved in the condition–the patterns of behavior that are designed to avoid responsibility–it can…
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May 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
1. Excessive Daytime Sleepiness Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS) is the chief identifiable symptom of narcolepsy, and typically the first to manifest. Almost 90 percent of all narcoleptics suffer from EDS. EDS can strike even if a person with narcolepsy got…
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May 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Accutane, also called isotretinoin, is a medication used to treat severe cystic acne. It works by decreasing oil production and reducing inflammation. Accutane carries a risk of severe side effects and should only be used when other treatments for…
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Overview Alimony awards occur in divorces on a case by case basis, according to the American Bar Association Section of Family Law. Pursuant to the divorce and alimony laws in force in every jurisdiction in the country, a couple can…
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Yoga improves breathing, calms the mind, increases flexibility and strengthens and tones the muscles. The ACE Fitness article “Does Yoga Really Do the Body Good?” by Mark Anders cites a study that proves regular practice of Hatha yoga significantly improves…
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Water exercise, also referred to as aquatics, is a low-impact form of exercise that can provide an effective workout. Water workouts can benefit anyone from the highly skilled athlete to disabled and obese people. Aquatics are a common form of…
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Infants come into the world with more than 100 billion brain cells and quickly begin building connections between them. This network of connections becomes the foundation for skills we use throughout our lives. You can help your children get a…
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Overview Located along the picturesque Atlantic ocean is the small beach town of Corolla, North Carolina. Corolla is known for its slower pace, with wild horses nearby, sprawling beaches and quiet nightlife. This area has an abundance of healthy events…
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Overview Campbell’s Chunky Roasted Beef with Vegetables soup is part of Campbell’s line of hearty, stew-like homestyle soups. Canned soups make a tasty, quick and convenient meal or snack. While a better choice than many other quick-serve options, this soup…
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May 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Acne affects more than 60 million teenagers and adults in the United States. Although the skin disorder is highly treatable, according to the Acne Resource Center, only 11 percent of sufferers seek medical advice. While traditional treatment can be costly…
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According to Scholastic, society has come to believe that children must be viewed as empty vessels to be filled with as much information as possible. As a result, parents often push children to do many things they are not physically…
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May 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview An ileostomy is an opening in the stomach wall that allows waste to be removed from the body when the colon and rectum do not function properly or when surgical removal has been required. The lower part of the…
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May 17, 2015 Weight Management
Fat around the belly is unappealing and potentially unhealthy. The Mayo Clinic says excess visceral fat around the abdomen can increase risk of heart disease, certain cancers, diabetes and high blood pressure. However, you can get rid of the belly…
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Overview Qigong is a form of moving meditation used by ancient Chinese healers. One of the most popular forms of qigong is tai chi. According to the Qigong Institute, by adjusting and controlling the breath, posture and mind, you can…
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May 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Mild to severe acne commonly plagues most children during their adolescent years as changing hormones contribute to clogged pores. The condition can be embarrassing and frustrating for growing teens. But a wide variety of herbal remedies exist to treat acne….
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A tincture is a liquid solution that contains the extracted compounds of herbs and other naturally occurring ingredients. Alcohol or vinegar are commonly used for the extraction process. There are many uses for a tincture, and making one is straightforward….
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While most people pay attention to their bodies by eating a healthy diet and working out, fewer pay close attention to their brain health. The brain plays an important role in most every life function, from thinking and feeling to…
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Overview Rowing machines offer a combination of muscular and cardiovascular exercise options, as well as a total-body workout. While older rowing machines used components that simulated boat oars to help you pull your body weight, newer models rely on cables…
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May 17, 2015 Weight Management
For some people, gaining weight can be as big of a challenge as losing weight. Underweight people may lack energy to carry out daily activities and feel self conscious about their slight frame. Whether you need to gain weight due…
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Elliptical machines are pieces of fitness equipment that provide cardio workouts without putting a lot of strain on the joints. As of 2010, there are inexpensive models costing less than $1,500 and specifically manufactured for home use. They include many…
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It might be possible to know if a man is in love before he says a word about it. Men tend to follow a predictable pattern of behavior when they’re in love, according to online relationship expert Francis K. Githinji….
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Proper back alignment allows you to have good posture, which is necessary to put the least amount of strain on supporting muscles and ligaments while moving or performing weight-bearing activities. Back alignment exercises help your body maintain posture while standing…
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Sitting down is the most common posture when you are awake. Whether sitting in a car, at a desk or on a couch, people sit a lot. When you are sitting, your hips are flexed. To combat the effects of…
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Overview Fish oil is an increasingly popular supplement, in part because of its potential benefits for several different health conditions, and in part because it contains an essential nutrient that your body can’t produce, according to the University of Maryland…
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Overview Argentum nitricum, or silver nitrate, has been used in traditional medicine in a diluted solution for antiseptic purposes, although its use has all but disappeared. Silver nitrate, however, is a stock remedy in homeopathic medicine for anxiety. Potentially lethal…
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May 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Although there are no firm statistics to quantify the problem, it is believed based on evidence that many Americans suffer from Weekend or Sunday Night Anxiety. One of the many anxiety disorders that now seem to be a part…
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May 17, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Gaining weight can be one of the hardest tasks imaginable for some people. For those with a fast metabolism, commonly referred to as “hard gainers,” building a body up can be as strenuous and demanding as slimming a body…
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