Overview Divorce is referred to as a dissolution of marriage in the state of Arizona. Unlike many other states, Arizona has two different sets of requirements depending on the type of marriage that was practiced. There are also specific laws…
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You do not need to spend your money on a gym membership to effectively tone your legs. You can perform a variety of exercises from home using just your body weight or inexpensive equipment such as ankle and hand weights…
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Overview All women go through menopause, but the experience may be different for different individuals. Defined as the last menstrual period a woman goes through, menopause is typically not identified until a woman has gone for a full year without…
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May 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
A migraine refers to a chronic headache associated with a throbbing or pulsating pain, vomiting, nausea, irritability and fatigue. The University of Maryland Medical Center says that the exact cause for migraines is unknown but some migraine triggers include hormone…
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Triglycerides make up the main source of the body’s stored energy. Triglycerides and cholesterol are obtained from food and manufactured in the liver, Johns Hopkins Medicine explains. High blood levels of triglycerides, like high blood levels of cholesterol, can increase…
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Diabetic foot ulcers are the most common cause for lower leg amputation, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. A foot ulcer is diagnosed as any break in the top layer, or epidermis, of the skin. Diabetes patients suffer…
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Remotiv is an over-the-counter supplement that contains St. John’s Wort, an herbal extract from the plant called Hypericum perforatum. This natural supplement can be used to alleviate symptoms associated with mild anxiety and stress. The safety and effectiveness of Remotiv…
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If you’re trying to conceive, a healthy diet for both partners is vital. Your reproductive systems need essential vitamins and minerals for effective hormone function and sperm production, and it can only get these from the foods you eat. Aim…
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A “ball” is a spherical-shaped fitness tool made out of durable rubber and inflated to a diameter that ranges from 55 to 75 cm in 10-cm increments. Using this ball to work your stomach area can lead to maximum muscle…
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May 11, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Originally prescribed as a treatment for acne, Retin A soon developed a reputation for its anti-aging properties. Regular use of Retin A smooths wrinkles and fine lines, and fades dark spots caused by sun damage. Retin A is available…
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Overview According to Rush University Medical Center, your pulse rate represents the number of times your heart beats in 60 seconds. Adolescent girls and women generally have faster pulse rates than boys and men of the same age. Your pulse…
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May 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Pain in the upper thigh is common among athletes as the result of a strain of the muscles in either the front or the back. Due to its proximity to the hip joint, osteoarthritis can also refer pain to the…
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May 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Itching is an uncomfortable and often irritating sensation. The Mayo Clinic indicates there are several possible causes for excessive itching, including internal diseases such as kidney failure. It is important to seek medical treatment if excessive itching persists. Excessive itching…
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Naturopathic medicine has long enlisted the use of herbs to cleanse the blood of toxic buildup. You can use several herbs to support the release of toxins from your blood by purging the liver and kidneys. Natural herbal diuretics are…
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A dynamic action is any muscle action that produces joint movement. Dynamic exercises can be performed in the form of stretching, resistance training or simply moving your body. Dynamic exercises allow you to train with functionality by mimicking sport-specific movements…
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May 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
It’s not easy to diagnose a pinched radial nerve, primarily because it presents just like tennis elbow, an inflammation of the tendons that attach the forearm muscles to the elbow. The causes are also similar, namely a repetitive motion twisting…
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Having a positive mental attitude is not simply a matter of thinking happy thoughts or doing daily affirmations, hoping that good things will magically happen to you. It takes some work to overcome ingrained patterns of negative thought. According to…
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Michael Tierra states in his book “The Way of Herbs,” “Most herbalists agree that if one can purify the blood and neutralize excess acidity, all diseases will eventually subside.” Blood cleansing improves circulation, removes toxins from the bloodstream, helps neutralize…
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Essential oils are the essences extracted from plants by a process of steam distillation, expressing or chemical extraction. The most common form is distillation, and all parts of the plant may be used, from the leaves and flowers to the…
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Overview Royal jelly is the food honey bees use to feed their young larvae and their queen. It’s a substance produced in the glands of worker bees, and is basically what gives the queen bees their longevity and fertility. Over…
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Bodyweight exercises are often considered easy or for beginners only. Many people equate a good workout with using exercise machines, weights and other expensive fitness equipment. In 2010, the American Council on Exercise, a nonprofit fitness watchdog organization, announced that…
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Slimmer stomach exercises need to be done with proper form and they have to target your whole abdominal area. This includes the upper and lower rectus abdominis and obliques which are found on the sides of your stomach. Being that…
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May 11, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview When shopping for fishing line, there actually are only a few categories of fishing line to choose from. These are monofilament, braided, fluorocarbon, superline and trolling fishing line, each with specific characteristics. Understanding the makeup and uses of each…
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May 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, anxiety disorders affect approximately 40 million American adults each year. It is normal to experience some degree of anxiety when faced with a stressful event. Normal anxiety is generally brief, stopping after…
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The American College of Sports Medicine advises group exercise classes at your local gym will give you the opportunity to meet new people and exercise in a social environment. Group exercise classes vary from beginner to advanced, low to high…
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May 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Many skin conditions are genetic. Most of these conditions are inherited, though some do occur from a sporadic change in the DNA of a gene. These conditions cause a variety of symptoms such as very dry, tight skin; blistering; and…
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Your spine consists of 33 individual vertebrae, which are separated by intervertebral discs and held together by inelastic ligaments. Your spine may lose some of its mobility if you have poor posture or lead a sedentary lifestyle. This can lead…
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Overview The menstrual cycle is governed by the interaction of hormones that allow an egg-containing follicle to grow. Follicle-stimulating hormone, or FSH, plays an important role in the recruitment and development of eggs each month. Abnormal FSH levels more often…
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Long believed to be the gift of kings, frankincense is an ingredient for spiritual and physical healing. Its smoke is believed to carry prayers to heaven, and was once believed to have the ability to prevent the spread of disease…
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May 11, 2015 Sports & Recreation
In basketball, a player gets free throws when he takes a shot from the field and is fouled. A player who makes the shot, anyway, will get an one free throw. If he missed the shot on which he was…
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