Overview Abortion is a common outpatient procedure with more than 1 million abortions performed annually. The Guttmacher Institute reports that if current abortion rates continue, it is estimated that 35 percent of all women of reproductive age in America today…
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May 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Tuberculosis, or TB, causes an infection in the lungs, but can also infect other parts of the body. TB spreads easily through airborne droplets, and repeated exposure to an infected person generally causes an infection. Two kinds of tests help…
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May 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview A food allergy is a reaction that a person experiences when consuming a food which his body cannot tolerate. Allergies range in severity and can even be life-threatening. Pediatrician Dr. Bill Sears states that common symptoms of allergies include…
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Athletic training focuses on improving the capacity, stamina, speed and recovery of the various muscles and energy systems you use during sports and exercise. You can train for a very specific purpose, such as muscle building or cardiovascular stamina, or…
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May 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Alcoholism is an addiction characterized by a chronic dependency on alcohol. Unlike alcohol abusers, who drink too much but are not dependent on alcohol, alcoholics feel a compulsion to drink uncontrollably. Alcoholism can lead to family and work problems, and…
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May 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Nausea is an uneasy and uncomfortable feeling that usually accompanies vomiting. Nausea can occur as a result of food poisoning, a brain tumor and certain medications among other reasons. It can be acute or it can be chronic depending upon…
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May 15, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Over 85 percent of teenagers and 20 percent of adults suffer from active acne in the United States, according to the Acne Resource Center. That amounts to 60 million Americans who deal with pimple problems daily. While commercial preparations and…
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According to the Mayo Clinic, “Good posture minimizes strain on your joints and muscles, which can help prevent aches and pains.” However, few people exhibit good posture. Common types of poor posture include lordotic and sway back, in which tight…
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May 15, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview The American Academy of Dermatology, AAD, identifies four factors that lead to adult acne: an overabundance of oil, clogged pores, bacteria and inflammation. The acne cycle begins when extra oil blocks the pores. Bacteria thrive in the accumulated oil…
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Alternative heating methods are not only cheaper, they’re usually more environmentally friendly than using oil or gas to keep yourself warm. If you’re in a small room or working in a small area, an electric heater next to your feet…
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By their nature, gardeners appreciate the environment. They know that recycling helps protect and preserve the land and resources they need. Recycling waste through composting creates the substance that gardeners call black gold. Compost made from recycling green plant materials…
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May 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Remicade, or infliximab, is a medication used to treat inflammation in the body. It is often a second-line treatment; that is, doctors often prescribe it after other treatments have failed. According to Drugs.com, Remicade is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis,…
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Back pain is one of the most common physical ailments in the United States today. Americans spend over $50 billion each year on medications, diagnostic procedures and other expenses related to back pain, according to the American Chiropractic Association. About…
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May 15, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
With more than 60 million people affected by it, acne ranks as the most common skin condition in the United States, according to the Acne Resource Center. Maintaining smooth, clear skin does not have to break the bank, however. An…
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Overview New parents are busy learning all of the tasks associated with caring for a baby. Feeding methods, sleeping routines and diaper changes may be new to the first-time parent. Giving a baby a bath is an early task for…
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Overview Hoodia gordonii, also called hoodia for short, is an herbal appetite suppressant, used primarily to promote weight loss. It has become increasingly popular and can be purchased in many drugstores, online supplement stores and vitamin shops throughout the nation….
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Overview Public water systems in the United States, while different in their specific design, all use the same basic principles for treating water for human consumption. In this process, solids are removed, pathogens are killed, chemicals are eliminated and additives…
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There are several positive effects of vitamin C on the skin in general, and these effects are especially beneficial to the health and cosmetic appearance of the face. Vitamin C’s effect on skin can give the face a younger, healthier…
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Hydroponic gardening has seen an explosion of popularity in recent years as a gardening strategy that allows anyone to have a productive garden of vegetables or flowers without having a single square foot of usable agricultural land. By suspending plants…
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Recycling paper offers many benefits to you and to the environment. It saves energy, water and trees and provides diverse products such as writing and copy paper, coffee filters, toilet tissue and animal bedding. According to guidelines posted by the…
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Nutrition experts have been touting the health benefits of fruits and vegetables for a long time, most recently with regard to the high concentration of antioxidants they contain. According to the Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging, antioxidants are helpful…
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Weight-lifting exercises burn fat efficiently, according to “Xtreme Lean” author Jonathan Lawson, because they target fat loss in many ways. You burn fat while you work out, but you also accelerate metabolic rate for 48 hours afterward, even longer with…
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Knee replacement home exercises have the purpose of helping you make a full recovery. The exercises are intent upon restoring your knee’s strength and mobility to allow you to return to everyday activities. Exercises need to be done throughout the…
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The shoulders are the most frequently used muscle group in the upper body, says International Sports Sciences Association trainer Alex Stewart. The shoulders, or deltoids, are composed of three parts, each responsible for different functions: the anterior head located along…
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The triceps brachii muscle is made up of three parts; the lateral head, the long head and the medial head. The long head is the innermost portion of the triceps muscle and runs from your shoulder blade to your elbow….
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May 15, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Recumbent bikes are different from typical diamond-frame bikes. Their frames are designed to seat the rider in a reclined position. The improved ergonomics provided by the bicycle’s design offers a more comfortable ride. Recumbent bikes can be divided into…
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Overview The increased effort and higher demands placed upon your body during exercise will always result in an increased heart rate. This increase in your heart’s beats per minute is a necessary response to supply oxygen-rich blood to your working…
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Derived from the peel of the citrus fruit Bergamia risso, bergamot oil contains more than 300 chemical compounds, as explained by Drugs.com. The oil is obtained by cold expression and then vacuum distilled. The most common uses for bergamot oil…
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1. Start a Folic Acid Supplement Regimen Anyone suffering from a folate deficiency, also known as folate deficiency anemia, should take a folic acid supplement to start a treatment plan. Doctors will commonly prescribe a supplement containing 1 milligram. of…
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May 15, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Sometimes you must follow the rules to catch bass. Sometimes you have to break the rules. All the time you have to prepare and be aware of what’s going on around you. Catching bass isn’t just asking somebody in a…
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