There is only so much water available on Earth, and most of it is too salty to be used for drinking, bathing or crop irrigation. It makes sense to conserve water when we can–many municipal water agencies have been treating…
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May 13, 2015 Weight Management
A ketogenic diet has significant benefits for people with intractable epilepsy, or epilepsy that is difficult to control with medication. The diet decreases seizures in two out of three children with intractable epilepsy and may prevent seizures altogether in one…
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Each state has slightly different laws for child restraints in cars. No matter what your state’s law is, it is important to follow the recommended safety guidelines, which are in many cases, more stringent than state laws. Remember that laws…
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Overview Sodium bicarbonate for oral use comes in powder, tablets, capsules and granules and is an ingredient in electrolyte replacement products, antacids and toothpastes. It is available in grocery stores as baking soda and has household uses from absorbing refrigerator…
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Candida infection can make daily life a misery for sufferers. Candida infection occurs when the organism, which can be found in every individual, becomes dominant in the bacterial population living inside our intestines. Symptoms vary between individuals, but often include…
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May 13, 2015 Sports & Recreation
To stay in top shape for football, you’ll want to work on muscle strength, stamina and speed, as well as cardiovascular fitness. This means training differently at different times during the year. Planning ahead and creating different workouts to improve…
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The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. Overuse of the tendon through exercise, accidental injury such as falls that hyper-extend the foot, or other activities that overstretch the Achilles like running uphill, climbing or jumping, can…
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May 13, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Hair health is largely attributed to adequate nutrition, so incorporating healthy foods into your diet will help promote hair growth and strength. There are a number of foods that are rich in protein, vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids that…
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Joint pain is often chronic and progressive, as the cushioning cartilage between the bones wears away. But with treatment, osteoarthritis, the most common cause of joint pain, can be minimized or even reversed. By reducing inflammation and swelling, you can…
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Hydrangea, also known botanically as Hydrangea arborescens, is a member of the Saxifragaceae family. It is a shrub that grows mainly south of New York State to Ohio. The leaves have long stalks and are sharply toothed. Medicinally, it is…
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May 13, 2015 Weight Management
Herbs and teas are commonly used for weight loss and cleansing in a wide variety of alternative-medicine circles, including Ayurvedic medicine and homeopathy. While many teas and herbs are still being tested by and scrutinized by practitioners of Western medicine,…
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There are numerous muscles that attach to your shoulder, but the most familiar are the deltoid–the most visible of your shoulder muscles–and the rotator cuff muscles–the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor and subscapularis. These muscles contract to move your shoulder joint…
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May 13, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
If you are unsatisfied with an existing tattoo on your body, tattoo removal is not the only option. Tattoo artists can cover the existing tattoo with a new design to hide the old tattoo. The new tattoo will be a…
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May 13, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
It is relatively common knowledge that as women age, the risk of having a baby with a chromosomal abnormality like Downs’ Syndrome increases. Because of such risks, if a woman will be older than 35 at the time that her…
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Bitter melon is the fruit of Momordica charantia, a tropical vine found throughout Southeast Asia, India, Africa, China and part of the Caribbean. As the name implies, the fruit, or melon, imparts a bitter taste. Since this plant has such…
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Overview Zinc sulfate, also known commonly as white vitriol, is a chemical compound and is a primary source of the element zinc. Zinc sulfate is used in manufacturing and chemical processes in industrial applications, as an additive for both livestock…
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May 13, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Coping with baldness by restoring the appearance of your hair may help to boost your self-esteem. Both men and women can experience hair loss and balding, although the problem is more common in men. Approximately 25 percent of men begin…
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A stomach tuck, more commonly referred to as a tummy tuck, is a cosmetic surgery procedure that involves removing excess fat and skin in the abdomen. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, a tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, also…
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Life’s problems affect everyone differently. Some people sail through them with optimism while others shut down or live in crisis mode. You may believe that the way you respond to tough situations is innate or a product of instinct, but…
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Overview An Individual Retirement Account is a long-term, tax-advantaged savings account. The main types of personal IRAs are Roth IRAs and Traditional IRAs. If you want an investment manager to make your investment choices for you, you can open an…
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May 13, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
You may have already heard about tomatoes and their ability to lower prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels and the risk of prostate cancer. You may even be familiar with the term “lycopene,” which is the prominent plant chemical found in…
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Many expenses come from having a child, but some of these expenses can be offset in the form of additional exemptions, deductions and credits when you file your taxes. Certain rules surround the definition of a child for tax purposes,…
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Overview Several everyday products can be recycled, and most notably, they are plastic, glass, aluminum and paper. Some of these products are easier to recycle than others, but all provide environmental benefits when recycled. Glass and aluminum can be recycled…
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May 13, 2015 Weight Management
Amino acids, which are the building blocks of protein, are popular supplements for athletic performance and muscle growth. There are 22 known amino acids, and each has a different function. In addition to building muscle, amino acids can be used…
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Overview Lifters range from the weekend weight-room warrior to competitive powerlifting and weightlifting athletes. Regardless of the goal, success is largely dependent upon nutrition. Serious lifting is physically demanding. Necessary nutrients must be available to allow the lifter to optimally…
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May 13, 2015 Sports & Recreation
You’re too close to pitch but too far to putt. Chipping is the in-between stroke in golf that requires you to use a club made for one stroke with a swing made for another. There is no “chipper” club—golfers rely…
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Overview A tandem stroller is a type of double stroller that positions the second seat behind the first. This makes the stroller profile long and narrow, and some parents find this sort of silhouette more maneuverable than a side-by-side stroller…
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Overview Country ham is a staple of traditional southern breakfasts, but is also ideal for lunch and dinner. Country ham is rich in flavor and is great on sandwiches or as the centerpiece of an entrée. The meat is high…
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May 13, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Intestinal human parasites can be grouped into two categories—protozoa and helminths. Protozoa are single-celled organisms capable of reproducing inside the body, resulting in potentially serious infections. Protozoan parasites are typically transmitted through contact with feces in soil, water or food….
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Circuit training is a workout method where a group of exercises are performed in sequence with little or no rest between. Circuit training improves muscular endurance and cardiovascular fitness at the same time. A large number of exercises can be…
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