Aromatherapy, as its name implies, uses fragrant portions of plants to facilitate physical, mental and spiritual healing. As a holistic or alternative medical practice, aromatherapy seeks to prevent and treat illnesses by initiating responses from the body’s instinctive healing properties….
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December 12, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview The benefits of massage during pregnancy are plentiful. Prenatal massage therapy can reduce anxiety, relieve muscle aches and joint pains, reduce back pain, improve circulation, decrease headaches, improve sleep, decrease depression symptoms, improve labor outcomes and may even improve…
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December 12, 2013 Women's Health
A leiomyoma, otherwise known as a uterine fibroid tumor, is a benign, smooth muscle tumor of the uterus that can vary in location, size, and affect. There are four major types of fibroids, but most fibroid conditions consist of multiple…
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1. Bikram Yoga is Hot Yoga Bikram yoga, also called hot yoga, take place in a room with an increased temperature. The temperature ideally is 105 to 108 degrees Fahrenheit. The class follows a very specific dialogue as you sweat…
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Whether you’re a regular yoga practitioner or simply looking to integrate yoga into your workout or daily life, yoga shoulder stretches can relieve stress, reduce discomfort and improve your flexibility. Many people carry tension in their neck and shoulders, contributing…
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December 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Complementary and alternative medicine regularly prescribes herbal supplements to stave off the effect of hormonal imbalances. Herbs such as wild yam root, black cohosh and chaste tree are often used for their ability to either imitate natural hormones in the…
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December 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Use of herbs to gain energy and stamina is common practice in alternative and complementary medicine. Such uses are derived from folklore, where herbs, such as ginseng, were used for endurance and stamina. Herbs can be ingested by preparing teas…
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1. Master the Basics, Before Moving to Advanced Samba Movements Make sure you know and understand the basics of the samba before moving on to advanced combinations and moves. It’s easiest to learn the timing and the feel for the…
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Joseph Pilates brought his unique method of exercise to the United States in the 1920s. Long practiced by dancers and those rehabilitating from injury, Pilates is now a mainstream in the fitness world. Pilates is a mind-body exercise that focuses…
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Overview Commercial banks and savings and loan associations share similarities, but also have differences. Both types of institutions accept deposits and make loans, but savings and loan associations are mandated by the Office of Thrift Supervision to provide residential loans….
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December 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Flaxseeds and flaxseed oil are ancient foods that were used in early Mesopotamian, Greek and Roman cuisine both for its earthy flavor and benefits to health. Flaxseed tablets are made from the oil and used as a nutritional supplement. The…
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1. Stretch It Out The best time to stretch is after a workout. Your muscle are warmed up and ready to be more flexible. Relax as you stretch out your muscles during the cool down. Breathe deeply, in through your…
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1. Reduce Symptoms Yoga does not cure HIV or AIDS, but it can help alleviate some of the symptoms of the diseases or the side-effects of the medications. Yoga can help relieve stress and tension thought meditation and specific poses,…
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December 12, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Hair is often the first thing you notice about someone. A thick head of healthy hair is associated with youth, vitality and sex appeal. Your hair can also be a sign of your overall health. You might spend hundreds of…
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Overview A savings account is just one way to save your hard-earned cash in a safe and secure place. You can open a savings account locally with a bank, credit union, savings and loan association or online, and they offer…
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December 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
In nature, plants compete with each other for nutrients, water and space. Some plants like the black walnut tree, use allelopathy to inhibit the growth of competitors. This means that black walnut trees release a chemical into the soil which…
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Lifting weights is a good way to stay in shape and build strength throughout your entire body. When starting a weight resistance training program, using a routine for each muscle group will ensure that you properly work each part of…
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December 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The body needs potassium to maintain fluid balance in cells, for the function of nerves and muscles and as a necessary component of numerous chemical reactions in the body. Potassium chloride, available only by prescription, is a medication made…
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Overview Understanding the field of alternative medicine can be difficult, but becoming familiar with its components will help. The National Institute of Health’s National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) considers alternative therapies as alternatives to more conventional medicines,…
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December 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Eating out can be a dieting disaster, with many restaurants using high amounts of salt, fats and preservatives in their food. If you’re trying to eat a nutritious diet, you can find healthy meals on the go if you know…
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December 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Elderberry (aka elder, European elder, Sambucus nigra, black elder, elder flower) is a tree native to Europe, used for many years to treat wounds, respiratory illnesses, colds and influenza. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM),…
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Fishing has been a favorite pastime for many people throughout the generations. You can fish from a boat, dock, shore or even a kayak. Some manufacturers are designing kayaks specifically for fishing by including such features as built-in rod holders…
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Sinus pressure and stuffy noses, whether from common cold or seasonal allergies, combine to heighten discomfort for days or even weeks. When symptoms of this nasal congestion begin, try turning to some home remedies from the kitchen and health markets…
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1. Perfecting the Modern Version of the Waltz The Viennese waltz is the slower, modern version of the classic waltz. Although extremely graceful to watch, it’s actually full of rotating ups, downs, turns and can be challenging to learn to…
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The human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, is a retrovirus that destroys immune cells and weakens the body’s ability to fight disease. HIV infection may have no symptoms, or it can develop into full blown acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, or AIDS. When…
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Originally designed to improve muscular endurance, circuit training is a popular method for breaking up otherwise monotonous aerobic workouts. In addition to using a circuit to add variety to your cardio workout, you can vary the muscles you use during…
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1. Steady and Still Fixation bandages keep wound coverings in place while healing. Sometimes, fixation bandages need to stay in place underneath sports taping. One type of fixation bandage goes completely around the wound and the extremity it’s on. These…
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December 12, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Nose piercings are a popular type of body piercing, ranked with the ears and belly button as three of the most popular piercings, according to TeensHealth. Both men and women can wear nose piercings, with several choices available for…
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Asthma is a chronic respiratory or breathing disorder defined by inflammation, spasms and narrowing of the bronchioles or airways within the lungs. The increased sensitivity of the lungs may be due to autoimmune reactions and internal or external allergens. Symptoms…
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If you can’t remember whether to feed a cold or starve a fever or both, you can relax. The experts at University of Maryland Medical Center recommend you eat when you are hungry, get plenty of fluids and focus instead…
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