Swiss balls range in size from 55 to 75 cm and they are also known as exercise balls, fitness balls, physio balls and stability balls. The main thing that separates the best from the worst exercises on a Swiss ball,…
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Every time you flick on a light switch or start your car, you use energy. This costs you money in terms of utility bills and may also contribute to air pollution and environmental degradation since most energy is derived from…
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Fighting candida infection is one thing, winning is another. Candida infection can be notoriously difficult to eradicate. From fatigue to “brain fog,” from headaches to dizziness, the symptoms caused by candida overgrowth are numerous and varied. The candida species is…
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Soy milk is commonly used to replace cow’s milk in one’s diet. It is popular among vegetarians, and even more popular with vegans, who aim to eliminate their consumption of all animal products. While soy milk, like other soy products,…
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Sicilian folk remedies can fit into two main categories: verbal incantations and use of plants, including herbs and vegetables. In the first category, healers perform traditional rituals to cure problems from wounds to worms. As for edible therapy, healers often…
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High density lipoprotein or HDL is the protective form of cholesterol that collects damaging fats throughout the body and transports them to the arteries for disposal. Women are advised to target a level of HDL above 50mg per deciliter and…
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The often overpowering feelings of grief such as heartache, sorrow and anguish are typically brought on by some type of major loss. You may be advised by caring people to hold your chin up; less empathic types may encourage you…
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Overview According to the American Diabetes Association’s 2010 Standards of Care, checking blood glucose at home is an important component of effective diabetes therapy. Blood glucose numbers give important information about how well diet, medications and activity are working. The…
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Medicare provides in-home services to patients who have been diagnosed with a terminal illness and have a life expectancy of less than 6 months. The benefits include a wide variety of services that are more comprehensive than those provided by…
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Overview Dialysis is often required for patients with kidney failure. The purpose of dialysis is to compensate for the loss of renal function. Dialysis is not perfect, however, and long-term dialysis treatment can lead to the development of a systemic…
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Overview Alternative medicine is a very popular form of treatment for many conditions as well as a preventive measure used to help maintain an overall healthy lifestyle. Two common types of alternative therapies are aromatherapy and reflexology. The main difference…
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May 11, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Increase the number of bass you catch by paying attention to the little things. Pro fishermen have habits that many amateurs ignore. They keep their hooks sharp, they watch their line, they set the hook whenever something happens they don’t…
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You can use light weights to increase lean muscle tissue and boost metabolic rate without overloading or bulking your muscles. Using light weights and performing an exercise for at least eight to 12 repetitions is a technique that will allow…
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May 11, 2015 Sports & Recreation
1. The Field Hockey World Cup Rivals the Olympics The International Hockey Federation (FIH) oversees the Field Hockey World Cup, also called the Hockey World Cup and the Hockey World Championships. The event began in 1971 and originally reoccurred every…
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Setting foot in the gym is a big step toward reaching your goal to tone up and get into better all around shape. If you are new to the gym scene, it is best to go in there with a…
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Overview Ear cleaning is not just a hygiene issue in Asian countries. It is an important part of Asian history and culture, and is a social procedure often done by friends or loved ones. Because the nerves in your ears…
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Sometimes the simplest solutions are the best, and honey has long been touted in folk medicine as an effective remedy for coughs. Honey is a sweet, thick golden liquid made by bees from flower nectar. Most micro-organisms do not grow…
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May 11, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Everyone needs some body fat to burn energy and process vitamins. The normal level for women should be about 20 percent, states the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. Women with more than 30 percent body fat are…
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Overview The eyes are responsible for receiving light and sending that information in the form of neurological signals to the brain. Problems in one eye can lead to amblyopia, also known as lazy eye. Amblyopia can be subtle but, if…
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May 11, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview The skin, considered to be the body’s largest organ, has a very complex composition. Its purpose is indispensable to life, according to doctors at Health Communities. The skin acts as an interface between the body and the environment. There…
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An elevated heart rate can come on suddenly. In some cases, the cause of faster than normal heart rate, known as tachycardia, is never determined. There are a variety of conditions that can cause the heart rate to increase above…
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According to the National Institutes of Health, if you have diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure or a genetic history of kidney problems, you may develop kidney disease. Heavy alcohol use, smoking and excessive caffeine consumption can also contribute to…
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May 11, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Weight gain is frustrating, but when you’re gaining weight in your stomach, it can also become a dangerous situation. People gain weight for many reasons, and stomach weight is no different. But knowing why you’re gaining stomach fat, and…
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Pyrethrin is the general term for the six insecticidal compounds in pyrethrum, or Chrysanthemum flower resin, according to “Critical Care and Toxicology,” by Jeffrey Brent. These extracts from the Chrysanthemum flower are used in insecticides and are found in bug…
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The muscles of your lower back are called the erector spinae. These muscles work to extend your spine, either as a back bend or to bring your back up straight from a bent over position. The erector spinae are also…
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May 11, 2015 Sports & Recreation
American Softball Association umpires are charged with keeping a softball game and making fair decisions. In order to do this, umpires have to make crisp, sharp decisions and do it quickly. They must make all decisions honestly and cannot try…
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May 11, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Stretch marks are pink, red or purple scars that develop as a result of rapid weight gain or exposure to steroids and the hormone cortisol. The marks are common on the abdomen, upper arms, buttocks, thighs and breasts, but…
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May 11, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Protein and moisture treatments for your hair can be expensive, but there is an easy and affordable homemade solution that you probably already have in the refrigerator. You can make a rich and nourishing protein treatment for your hair…
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The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke explains that dementia related to alcoholism–also referred to as Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome–is a degenerative condition with devastating results. The disease is named after the Wernicke’s area of the brain, which is considerably and…
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Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition in which patients feel discomfort in their legs when sitting or lying down. Many patients find that getting up and moving around does provide temporary relief. However, in some cases, it is not…
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