Overview Just about everyone has occasional sad feelings, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Usually those feelings pass within a few days, but sometimes they hang on for weeks or months. They get in the way of your…
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Overview The Ab Lounger is a device made by Fitness Quest that allows you to exercise your upper abdominals, lower abdominals and obliques in one simple movement. It allows a full range of motion for a complete abdominal contraction, and…
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Everywhere you look there is some type of boot camp workout program. The high intensity of a boot camp in a group setting makes it an environment where you can really push yourself to achieve your goals. A typical boot…
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May 16, 2015 Weight Management
From the minute you wake up to your final blink at night, there are steps you can take to encourage long-lasting and sustainable weight loss. Focus on losing weight by taking it one day at a time. Set your alarm,…
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Like many cultures around the world, the Greeks utilized nature’s healing powers in the form of herbs, flowers and roots in practicing medicine and healing. Famous Greek physician and surgeon Galen (129 AD – 216 AD) promoted the practice of…
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May 15, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Lacrosse is one of the fastest growing sports in the United States. According to a May 20, 2009, article in the “Wall Street Journal,” data compiled by the National Federation of State High School Associations showed the number of boys…
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Many patients just beginning dialysis experience problems at first. Equipment issues, latex allergies, clotting and infections seem to present insurmountable obstacles that need to be worked out. However, the good news is that almost all of these problems can resolved…
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More than 85 percent of the products sold in the United States are packed in cardboard, according to CardboardRecycling.org. While recycling this cardboard is one way to save trees, reusing it provides additional benefits because that doesn’t require any energy…
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A condition where the heart is unable to pump enough blood to all parts of the body is called heart failure. Risk factors for heart failure include coronary heart disease which is narrowing of the arteries that supply the heart…
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Overview Well-rounded fitness routines include weight lifting. Lifting weights strengthens muscles, increases bone density and increases your metabolism. Incorporating a fitness ball into the workout routine adds balance and coordination components and works to strengthen core muscles. Stability balls come…
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Sjogren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disorder in which the body mistakenly attacks the glands that produce tears and saliva. Predominantly characterized by severely dry eyes and dry mouth, Sjogren’s syndrome can predispose patients to developing more severe dental and vision…
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May 15, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Baseball legend Babe Ruth once said, “I won’t be happy until we have every boy in America between the ages of 6 and 16 wearing a glove and swinging a bat.” The game of baseball began as a pastime for…
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Passive solar is as simple as opening the shades and letting the rays of the sun warm a room. The sun has been used for thousands of years to heat and light human dwellings. Modern technology has found new ways…
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Babies spend their first several months eating formula or breast milk, which supplies all of the needed nutrients. A growing baby usually begins showing signs of interest in eating solid foods as she nears six months of age. Knowing how…
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Dialysis makes the difference between life and death, but it is not always easy. Regardless of whether the patient chooses hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, problems can arise. It is important to resolve as many of these issues as possible because…
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A variety of exercises can help you evoke the relaxation response, a trainable process that leaves your body feeling refreshed. The stress-eradicating benefits of meditation, yoga and dance are popular primarily because they don’t require special equipment or classes. The…
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According to the Merck Manual, when restricted, your range of motion (ROM)–the degree of joint movement that you can perform–can cause you pain or discomfort and interfere with your ability to perform your activities of daily living. The Merck Manual…
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Saw palmetto is an herbal remedy commonly used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, a condition known as an enlarged prostate. Studies have demonstrated that taking saw palmetto can improve symptoms of BPH, such as difficulty urinating and frequent nighttime urinating,…
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May 15, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Dandruff is a disorder of the scalp that causes itching and flaking. The Mayo Clinic says the condition is common and is not serious. But it can be embarrassing. The good news is that it’s usually treatable, especially if your…
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The appearance, health and general abundance of hair can all be improved by the use of certain vitamins. Healthy hair grows stronger and faster, so using vitamins that are known for aiding the health of hair and follicles will improve…
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The circulatory system passes important bodily substances such as blood cells, hormones and nutrients throughout the body. Poor circulation can result in hypertension, hardening of the arteries and varicose veins. These disorders are common in elderly people because the arteries…
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Financial difficulties, relationship issues, and pressures at work or school can cause anxiety for many. However, long-term stress and anxiety may lead to deeper health issues such as high-blood pressure or even panic attacks. A variety of natural herbs may…
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May 15, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Between 1971 and 2006, the prevalence of overweight and obesity combined has increased by more than 33 percent in U.S. men. The major cause is a combination of increasing calorie intake and decreasing physical activity. The increase in daily…
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a progressive disease of the lungs that causes difficulty breathing. The disease affects more than 12 million people in the United States, making it the fourth leading cause of death, according to the…
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May 15, 2015 Weight Management
The best way to reduce belly fat is through cardiovascular exercise, core strength training and a diet low in saturated fats. A wide variety of exercises can strengthen and tone the stomach, but because you cannot lose weight in just…
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May 15, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Propylparaben, is a propyl ester of p-hydroxybenzoic acid, which itself is a derivative of benzoic acid. Although it occurs naturally, all commercial propylparabens are synthesized. Because of their relative non-toxicity and how rapidly they are absorbed, metabolized and excreted, propylparabens…
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Wheat germ oil, which comes from the embryo inside wheat grains, contains a number of nutrients that can benefit your health and appearance. Although it has no known curative properties, this oil can help protect your body from illness. Its…
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Stomach gas can be the result of eating on the run, poor food combinations or eating foods that are sulfurous, such as onions or eggs. There are several easy yoga poses that can be done to help reduce stomach gas….
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Overview Transfusion is the process of giving whole blood or one of its components to a patient who is ill or injured. According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, almost five million Americans need blood transfusions each year…
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May 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The “sleep apnea mask,” also known as continuous positive airway pressure or CPAP, is the most effective treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. When a person cannot tolerate the sleep apnea mask, however, surgery and oral appliances serve as alternative treatments….
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