Inflexibility of the muscles and tendons that control rotation of the hip can lead to other injuries and accidents, especially in those who suffer from arthritis, play sports or have conditions that otherwise cause muscle tension, such as fibromyalgia. The…
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According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, results from a 2001 national household survey on drug abuse found that 2.5 million women are estimated to be alcohol dependent and 12 percent of pregnant women admit to drinking…
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Overview Expectant parents often hear about cord blood banking at some point during the pregnancy, but many are unsure exactly what it entails or if it is worth it. Cord blood banking has many advantages, but parents need to consider…
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1. Using Cold to Combat Motocross Injuries One of the most dangerous sports to participate in is motocross, due to the combinations of rough terrain and high speed. Unexpectedly benign throws from the bike or hard landings cause knee injuries;…
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There are two main forms of arthritis–osteoarthritis, or OA, and rheumatoid arthritis, RA. OA is a wear-and-tear condition affecting the articular surface of weight-bearing joints, and RA is an inflammatory disease commonly affecting peripheral joints such as fingers and wrists….
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Overview Fast-pitch softball is a very competitive game. When played at a high level, hits and runs are very hard to come by. Scores of 1 to 0, 2 to 1 and 3 to 2 are quite common. Many games…
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1. Rent or Buy Your Footwear If you’ve ever been in a bowling alley, then you know that every place offers rental shoes. They have a universal leather sole that works well for both right- and left-handed bowlers, novice bowlers…
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Recumbent bicycles have been around since at least 1895, when Charles Challand exhibited his Horizontal Bicyclette Normal in Geneva, Switzerland. The advantages of recumbent bikes over upright bicycles have helped the design endure despite the upright bicycle’s market dominance. You…
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December 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Calcium is an essential nutrient that must be consumed and cannot be made in the body. Different age groups require different amounts of calcium. People most often associate calcium with bone health, but in addition to strengthening bones, calcium…
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Sold as a dietary supplement, bee pollen contains tiny male seeds from the stamen of a flower in bloom, harvested by honeybees Mixed with enzymes secreted by the honeybee, the pollen collects in clumps at the entrance to the beehive…
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December 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Losing weight can result in dramatic improvements to your health and appearance. According to the Mayo Clinic, weight loss can help prevent heart disease, stroke and diabetes. The improvement to your appearance is also a powerful boost to confidence and…
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Chair dancing, also known as chair aerobics, is a type of exercise that can be done while sitting on a chair. While originally designed for seniors, chair dancing may also benefit those recovering from surgery or illnesses, as well as…
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1. Your Personal Journey Into Power When learning how to sequence power yoga poses, it is important to remember the basics. Each yoga pose should be held for three to five breaths while practiced in a warm room. Challenge yourself…
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Hip fat is benign in comparison to dreaded belly fat that can impact your overall physical health. But that doesn’t mean it can’t cause feelings of embarrassment and low self-confidence. To get rid of this hip fat, burn significant calories…
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December 10, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Women spend approximately $10,000 and more than 60 days of their lives removing unwanted hair, according to a report on SteadyHealth.com. The most popular methods include shaving, waxing and melting the hair away with depilatory creams. Permanent hair removal requires…
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December 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Take the All or Nothing Approach The Dr. Oz plan asks you to make some drastic changes in your eating plan, especially in the first week. Getting rid of all that processed food may seem impossible, but jump in…
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December 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Late night training has always had a bad reputation. Common sense dictates that training in the morning or afternoon is optimal since you are likely to have more energy. Also, your early exercise session will boost your stamina to help…
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Keeping your colon clean is essential for good overall health. The best way to cleanse your colon is to eat a diet high in fiber. Not only will fiber prevent constipation, it will also assist in lowering your cholesterol, help…
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December 10, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Eating habits are an essential aspect of body sculpting and fitness. Whether you are an intense strength trainer or a treadmill jogger, post gym meals can maximize your efforts or sabotage your hard work and prolong your fitness goals. Fluids…
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1. Steer Clear of Bad Technique To improve kayaking technique, evaluate your steering stokes. Most kayaker’s simplly paddle more or to the opposite side of the direction they want to go. The correct method is to steer the bow in…
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1. Wrap Your Wrist for Extra Support Athletes may need extra support for the wrists while playing sports or working out with weights. Weakened wrist muscles can provide substantial strength with the aid of a wrap. You can use a…
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Overview The transport of oxygen throughout the body requires a protein called hemoglobin. Thalassemia describes a range of genetic disorders that cause poor hemoglobin function. Thalassemias are hereditary, which mean that they run in families. In some cases a child…
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December 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Seaweed can make your skin healthier and more vibrant-looking skin because of the vitamins and minerals it contains. It nourishes the skin and increases blood circulation near the surface, giving the skin a healthy glow. Seaweed also moisturizes and repairs…
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that, as of 2008, 46 million American adults are smokers. Smoking-related diseases cause one in five deaths in the United States. Although smoking-related diseases are preventable, many smokers find it difficult to quit…
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Smokers are at higher risk for heart attack and stroke than people who do not smoke, according to the American Heart Association. The American Heart Association also recognizes that smoking is the most preventable cause of premature death in the…
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Poor posture may be a combined result of bad habits–such as slouching when you work on a computer at your desk–tight, inflexible upper chest muscles and weak upper-back and core muscles. Poor alignment prevents the joints in your body from…
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December 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Treating obesity, defined as a Body Mass Index, or BMI, greater than or equal to 30, has been shown to significantly impact health hazards such as diabetes, stroke, certain cancers, arthritis, liver disease, depression and sleep apnea. BMI is calculated…
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December 10, 2013 Mental Health
Mood stabilizers are medications intended to regulate both manic and depressive mood states that occur in individuals with bipolar disorder. Development of these medications began 40 years ago and they include drugs from many classes including anticonvulsants and antipsychotics. Eighty…
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1. Stretch It Out Tumbling and stunting with cold muscles is a common cause of hamstring injuries with cheerleaders. To prevent a pulled or strained hamstring, take the time to properly warm up and stretch before cheering. Take a light…
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The inflammation of the sinus cavities and nasal passages associated with sinus problems can be excruciating, especially if it reaches the infection stages. It is common for a person to not realize that an infection is involved because the symptoms…
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