Imagine cycling to the park on a sunny day, meeting friends, and then folding up your bike in a matter of seconds to stash in their car trunk. Your imagination isn’t running wild: This is now possible and economical. Europe…
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December 6, 2013 Fibro Friendly Exercises
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by a variety of unpleasant symptoms, including widespread pain, spots that are tender to the touch and fatigue. Although physical activity is beneficial for individuals with fibromyalgia, it is often uncomfortable and pain may…
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1. Boxers Can Strengthen Without Weights Strengthening the muscles in the shoulder, including the deltoids, the trapezius, the infraspinatus and the triceps, helps increase the power in a boxer’s punch for more effective throws. Boxers can increase stamina in these…
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Overview In its “Clinical Practice Guideline: Cerumen Impaction,” the journal “Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery” from September 2008 notes that ear candling is the most popular complementary medicine practice for removing ear wax. Ear candles can be purchased in drugstores, from…
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The Power Plate is a brand of vibration machine offering a unique way to exercise by creating instability in the body. According to the official website, with each vibration experienced while standing or sitting on the plate, the body is…
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An accumulation of pollutants, medications and chemicals can overload the body causing distress and toxic overload. Toxic exposure may be responsible for many chronic diseases, according to Paul Pitchford, author of “Healing with Whole Foods.” It is common to follow…
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December 6, 2013 Children's Health
Approximately 2.5 million Americans between the ages of four and seventeen were receiving medication for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, as of 2003 according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Many ADHD medications contain stimulants such as…
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December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery aims to induce weight loss in severely overweight or obese patients. Gastric bypass is major surgery and involves stapling the stomach so that only a small portion can receive food. Then, the small intestine is cut…
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December 6, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Although breathing is automatic, taking steps to control your breathing has added physical and psychological benefits. Deep breathing can be therapeutic, as controlled breathing has many positive effects on the body. Practicing proper breathing techniques can decrease your levels of…
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1. Protecting Your Ankles in Motocross Motocross riders are susceptible to many joint and ligament injuries because of the sport’s physicality. Knees, legs and ankles are some of the most commonly injured body parts in motocross. Smart riders wear protective…
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1. Row Your Boat While rowing either on the water in a boat, or in the gym on a rowing machine, you mainly work your upper body. Unless you use a machine that has leg pushes built into it, you…
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December 6, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Secondary infertility is the medical term for having fertility troubles after having at least one child without difficulty. With the exception of congenital birth defects or genetic problems, the causes for secondary infertility are the same as those for primary…
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Overview Nux vomica, which is also known as “poison nut,” “quaker buttons” and “kuchla,” is a plant. The seed from the nux vomica plant is used to make homeopathic medicines that are said to help with a variety of ailments,…
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Overview When it comes to the sticky world of ear wax, many people assume that less is better, often cleaning and scrubbing the insides of their ears to remove all remnants of the waxy substance. Unfortunately, this habit may actually…
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In 1984 the Surgeon General mandated that cigarette packages carry the following warning; “Smoking by pregnant women may result in fetal injury, premature birth and low birthweight.” When a woman finds out that she is pregnant the first thing she…
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December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Horsetail (Equisetum arvense), a perennial non-flowering plant related to common ferns, grows natively throughout Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North America. Also known as scouring rush, early settlers used the herb to scrub pots and pans because of…
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Catfish get their name from the whisker-like features on their head, which help them find food as they forage a waterway’s bottom. Catfish can put up a considerable fight when caught, making for an exciting angling experience. Bait Catfish prefer…
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December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Carlson is a brand of fish oil supplements. Much like other fish oil products, these supplements contain omega-3 fatty acids, including docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). Omega-3 fatty acids are often used as a natural form of…
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Derived from seeds of the plant Oenothera biennis, evening primrose oil is a traditional herbal memory for several health conditions. The oil is rich in the essential omega-6 fatty acid gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), a substance that decreases inflammation in the…
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1. Motocross Madness Motocross is a fast-paced, physical sport that’s fun for spectators and riders alike. But because motocross is such a physical sport, riders have to be careful to avoid injury. Wrists are especially prone to injury since they…
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1. Know the Symptoms of Hypercortisolism Hypercortisolism, also known as Cushing’s syndrome, results when one’s adrenal glands produce too much cortisol. Hypercortisolism can also result when someone takes drugs similar to cortisone for a long time. To diagnose hypercortisolism, doctors…
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1. Stick to It! Strapping and taping tape not only treats sports injuries but prevents them as well. By using the proper tape for the right stage of the taping job, athletes get the best in both protection from injury…
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The best cardio exercises for weight loss have the purpose of increasing your heart rate and burning calories. In order to receive the best results, you must do 30 minutes of moderately brisk to high-intensity level on at least five…
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Overview In today’s gyms, the focus is almost entirely on the upper body. The chest, upper arms, forearms and shoulders are all overworked, yet little attention is paid to the lower body. For proper function, a balance of both upper…
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December 6, 2013 Drugs Used in HIV Treatment
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a retrovirus that destroys the immune system and causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). AIDS is the final and most serious stage of HIV infection. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the main…
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December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Belly fat is a cosmetic concern that can also place you at an increased risk for major health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes and stroke, Mayo Clinic endocrinologist Dr. Michael Jensen notes. As you age, your body will store…
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Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is a debilitating autoimmune disease caused by the deterioration of protective nerve coverings, known as the myelin sheath. Without a protective covering, nerve impulses to the brain slow down or stop. Episodes of an MS outbreak…
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Preparing to pitch is a long-term process. Pitchers need arm strength, flexibility, endurance and stability in order to pitch without injury. Since pitching in baseball is an unnatural motion–the shoulder was not meant to throw overhand–the muscles and tendons surrounding…
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December 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Tea tree oil is a natural antiseptic, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory agent native to Australia, but available everywhere, including most drugstores and health food stores. It is an effective natural product with many uses, including helping to clear acne, treat burns…
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1. When Was the Debt Incurred? Most states differentiate between debts incurred before a marriage and those incurred during the marriage. In divorce settlements in these states, debts incurred before a marriage are the responsibility of the partner who incurred…
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