Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, also called non-Hodgkin lymphoma or NHL, is a cancer originating in lymphocytes, which are cells in the immune system. Within NHL, there are two sub-types of lymphomas: T-cell lymphomas and B-cell lymphomas. According to the American Cancer Society,…
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December 8, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Rebounding is a form of exercise that involves regularly bouncing up and down on a mini trampoline. Rebounding offers several health benefits and can be an effective and enjoyable way to improve health levels and become physically fit. Ease of…
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Whether you want to liven up a family get-together or just give the kids something fun to do, there are games to play that will have everyone rolling with laughter. Fun family outdoor games do not have to be the…
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December 8, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Salads typically play a significant role in helping people lose weight because vegetables are filling, low in calories and high in fiber. To avoid feeling deprived or bored, find recipes that excite and satisfy, as well as meet your nutritional…
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1. It’s the Rules BMX is a dangerous sport and responsible riders wear the proper gear. No one can race for money or prizes without this gear. While the sport attracts a level of risk-averse athletes who tend to the…
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Being able to jump high is a skill that comes in handy when you play sports such as football, baseball, volleyball and basketball. If you are looking to increase your vertical leap, you can do exercises to strengthen the major…
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December 8, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Making the same facial expressions over and over, lost elasticity through age and even sun damage can lead to wrinkles around the eyes and forehead. The delicate skin around these areas has less fat and collagen to keep it…
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December 8, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The liver is an important organ located in the right upper portion of the abdomen. It is also the largest gland in the body. It is a gland because it secretes bile. The liver detoxifies the body of ingested drugs,…
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December 8, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The essential equation for weight loss is calories in minus calories out. If it were only that simple, though, weight loss would be a lot easier because everyone would lose weight the exact same way. But your metabolism–the rate at…
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Starting an exercise program is a positive step toward improved health. As a beginner, it can be difficult to determine a schedule that will get you fit and keep you motivated. By following a few steps and considering some key…
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Elk are the largest species of deer. In the U.S., they are found mostly in the northwest, and are a popular game animal. Successful elk hunting requires a combination of preparation, perseverance and luck. Knowing where to find elk, choosing…
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December 8, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview When you hair and nails are brittle, they are more prone to breakage and damage. Causes of brittle nails and hair include nutritional deficiencies, chemical exposure, styling tools and environmental conditions. Preventative measures can stop the damage caused by…
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If you are undergoing diagnosis for kidney disease, you may be symptomatic from the very beginning of your disease, or you may remain symptom free until you are nearly in renal failure. If you have advanced disease, you are likely…
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1. Core Strengthening By improving strength in your core, you can prevent injuries through balance training on a BOSU ball. Your core is all the muscles in your abdomen and back that work together to keep your body stable. Your…
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December 8, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Dandruff and hair loss can be embarrassing. It was once a myth that dandruff does not cause hair loss. According to Medical News Today, people with dandruff do have hair loss because most people with dandruff continually scratch their scalps….
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1. Balance Those Pecs Imbalance in the chest area is cause by poor upper pectorals development. This happens to those who don’t use the incline bench press with each training session or put aside the incline bench press until the…
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Overview Mountain boards are a form of extreme sports apparatus much like a skateboard but with the ability to travel on off-road and dirt surfaces. Mountain boards use gravity and momentum to propel themselves and can attain relatively high speeds….
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Cystitis, or inflammation of the bladder, is caused by a bacterial infection. When any component of the urinary tract becomes infected, it is often referred to as a urinary tract infection (UTI). When the UTI goes untreated, or spreads to…
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December 8, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
If you are significantly overweight when you start a pregnancy, it can increase the chance of complications such as gestational hypertension, preeclampsia and gestational diabetes, according to the March of Dimes. Shedding pounds while caring for a baby or young…
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Unregulated cell growth within the kidneys can lead to a kidney cancer diagnosis. Each year, over 35,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with kidney cancer, reports the MD Anderson Cancer Center at the University of Texas in Houston….
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December 8, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
As long as you are not suffering from complications, most doctors recommend that you continue to exercise on a regular basis throughout your pregnancy. If you are not sure of what type of workouts to perform, there are DVDs available…
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1. Sports and Exercising People who regularly push their bodies to the limit in sports such as cycling, dancing, tennis, swimming and other aerobic type activities can greatly benefit from using massage as an injury rehab program. It helps us…
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Whether you are new to hunting or a seasoned pro, the last thing you want when you are far into the woods, ready to bag that big deer, is that you have forgotten an essential piece of hunting gear. In…
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December 8, 2013 Children's Health
Overview Creative play gives kids a chance to perceive an expanded universe. When kids aren’t consistently stifled by strict standards, they will learn to appreciate their individual expressive potential and begin to comprehend their feelings. As a result, encouraging creative…
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Ear wax, also called cerumen, keeps foreign objects, such as dust and bacteria, from entering and damaging the delicate parts of your inner ear. In many instances, excessive amounts of ear wax buildup inside your ears causes problems, such as…
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December 8, 2013 Children's Health
Overview The history of baby walkers stretches back more than 130 years, beginning with the use of specific technologies to help parents to control babies for safety. In recent years, this device has come under intense scrutiny by the Consumer…
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December 8, 2013 Children's Health
Babies who refuse to sleep often equal frazzled, stressed mothers and fathers. Parenting is supposed to be a joy, but during those first few months of life getting your baby to sleep through the night can become a chore, to…
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December 8, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Your lungs play a vital role during exercise because they deliver oxygen to your blood and remove the carbon dioxide released as waste from your working muscles. Oxygen is critical during exercise because muscles need it to burn the…
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December 8, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Amla oil, also called the Indian gooseberry, is an oil made from the dried fruit of the amla tree. The tree (Emblica officinalis) is native to India, and is widely cultivated in the warmer regions of the country. Although the…
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The liver is responsible for cleansing the blood, producing bile that digests food, and processing needed nutrients. The liver also carries waste and toxins to the intestine to get flushed out of the body via urine and bowel movements. An…
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