May 20, 2015 Weight Management
If your children are over 18 but continue to live at home for personal or financial reasons, develop rules to ensure the living arrangements don’t encourage the young adults to become lazy or take advantage of you. Create a contract…
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Develop neck and spine strength, flexibility and stability through exercise. Possessing these qualities will improve posture, prevent injury, lessen the severity of injury, should it occur, and improve productivity through greater coordination and functionality. Execute these exercises slowly with proper…
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1. Use Tubes to Aid Breathing Health professionals will need to monitor the patient’s breathing closely, as the swelling of the windpipe that’s symptomatic of tracheitis can severely restrict breathing, leading to serious medical complications. If you or your child…
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Overview In recent years weight-room training has evolved. Weight rooms were once thought to be a place only for those trying to win body-building competitions. Now people young and old, male and female can be found in the weight room…
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Resistance bands provide a convenient, inexpensive and fun way to train. They’re an excellent choice for training on the go, as they’re light and take up little space. The use of resistance bands during chest workouts allows trainees to target…
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Perimenopause starts before actual menopause begins, when levels of the hormones estrogen and progesterone start to decrease–typically between the ages of 45 and 55, notes WomensHealth.gov. These hormonal changes often cause a wide variety of symptoms that can interfere with…
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Overview Both Smooth Fitness and Sole offer a variety of folding and non-folding treadmills to choose from. Designed for use in home, hotel and light commercial settings, these treadmills represent a hefty investment that can pay hefty dividends, too, if…
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Overview Bloodroot, an herb whose rhizome, or plant stem, reveals a bright red center when cut, is widely available in the United States in tincture, paste, tablet and cream form. Although alternative health practitioners hail bloodroot’s innate internal and external…
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The limbic system is the part of the brain that is involved with the sense of smell. According to “A Complete Guide to Understanding and Using Aromatherapy for Vibrant Health and Beauty,” once the limbic system is triggered by a…
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Humans are susceptible to a variety of physical diseases. While most are common, some diseases are quite rare. Being diagnosed with an unusual disease is often worrisome because it may be difficult to find a doctor experienced in treating it….
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1. Treat Upper Respiratory Infections Sneezing, drippy nose and stuffy sinuses go hand in hand with colds and flu. While you can treat the drainage of mucus specifically, addressing the entire cause of the condition will help to alleviate it…
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SlimQuick Hoodia is an herbal supplement designed to assist with weight loss and appetite suppression. It is marketed toward women and is meant to be taken as part of an exercise and diet program. SlimQuick contains extract from the Hoodia…
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May 20, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Head lice, tiny parasitic insects that feed on blood from the scalp, spread easily through head-to-head contact and affect school-age children most frequently. Many over-the-counter and prescription medications can eliminate lice, although alternative treatments are also an option. Regardless of…
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Wild yam, also known as Dioscorea villosa, has widely been used as a hormone-influencing herbal supplement for women, according to the National Institutes of Health. Some of its benefits have been documented by medical studies, and others are based on…
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Proponents of apple cider vinegar claim that it is a useful tonic which may be consumed on a daily basis to support overall health. However, many claims, such as its ability to aid in weight loss, remain unsubstantiated. Nevertheless, apple…
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One look at the popular media and you can see why low self-esteem is a problem for many girls. In magazines, movies and television shows, the feminine ideal is tall, gorgeous and razor thin, while real girls come in a…
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Overview An annuity is a contract between an investor and an investment company in which the investor pays periodic cash installments to the company in exchange for guaranteed monetary disbursements in the future. If you wish to change annuity providers,…
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Overview The adage “practice makes perfect” is an accurate one, but when it comes to achieving the highest levels of athleticism, it doesn’t tell the entire story. Practicing your sport is vital, but preparing yourself for optimal performance requires a…
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May 20, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Children spend dozens of hours on playground equipment each year, whether it’s at the park or at school. And each year, more than 200,000 children visit the emergency room for injuries sustained on playground equipment, according to the U.S. Consumer…
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What you say has an effect on others. Whether you want to hone your speaking skills or be a better listener, learning about verbal communication will help you improve. Once you have the basics down, use your knowledge of communication…
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The Oregon Health and Science University reports fibroids being present in up to 30 percent of women in any given year. Fibroids generally manifest as noncancerous growths on the uterus that typically appear during childbearing years. Most women remain unaware…
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May 20, 2015 Sports & Recreation
The sport of boxing is demanding from both a physical and mental perspective. In order to have a chance at competing and surviving, you have to be in the best condition. At the same time, you need to work on…
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Boiron Pharmacy is a homeopathic company established in France in 1932. The company merged with an American homeopathic pharmacy, John A. Borneman and Sons, Inc., to establish a presence in the United States. The company prepares remedies according to the…
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Tinnitus occurs in two forms; subjective and objective. Subjective tinnitus is a ringing in the ear that only the person who suffers from it can hear. The patient’s examiner, however, can hear the ringing in objective tinnitus. The ringing may…
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May 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
1. Undergo Regular Physical Examinations Make appointments for regular exams, whether or not you have high risk factors for a stroke. Your doctor should conduct blood work and a thorough physical evaluation, test your cholesterol and check your blood pressure…
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May 20, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Acne is most frequently caused by blockage of the skin’s pores, overactive oil glands, an increase in normal skin bacteria and inflammation caused by the body trying to rid itself of potentially harmful substances. While many claim that herbal treatments…
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May 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
When your cheeks heat up, the blood vessels there widen, allowing more blood to flow into your cheeks. The fairer your skin is, the more this bright red blood shows through your skin, making you blush. Some people seem more…
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May 20, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Anthropometry is the measurement of the human body. Anthropometric evaluations for body weight or body composition of clients are routinely performed by fitness professionals. These calculations are used to establish baseline numbers for clients, set desired goals for weight…
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Originally a military training program, boot camp now indicates an intense exercise program. Boot camp classes challenge every muscle group and energy system in your body. In a motivating group environment, these programs use body weight and calisthenics for a…
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Overview Recycled paper has substantial environmental advantages over virgin paper. Recycled paper reduces solid waste and the impact on forest resources. Recycled paper production emits less air and water pollution. It also uses less water and energy than nonrecycled paper….
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