Overview One of the most important responsibilities of parents is keeping their kids safe. Choosing a car seat falls under this great responsibility. Babies and toddlers must be secured in car seats, and booster seats allow older kids to be…
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New parents want the best for their new baby, and that applies especially to equipment designed to keep the baby safe, such as car seats. Though the best car seat really is the one that fits your car and child…
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1. Tape It Up Boxers injure their hands more than any other body part because of the many tiny bones found there. Taping or wrapping your hands before boxing is the most effective way to safeguard against injury. The cotton…
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Studies show sleeping well has a profound effect on a person’s energy, mood, stress level, and overall health. That’s why it becomes frustrating when you have trouble falling asleep. Remember that promoting a good night sleep starts hours before you…
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Overview Lifting weights is an important part of an effective fitness program. Resistance training “can help you tone your muscles, improve your appearance and fight age-related muscle loss,” according to the Mayo Clinic. However, there are a few safety considerations…
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December 5, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Weight loss does not have to cost a lot of money–it can be relatively simple, if done the correct way. By adjusting some of your current eating habits, swapping foods you eat for better choices, and employing some basic knowledge…
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December 5, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview There’s no doubt about it: Getting some children to eat a proper diet can be tough. On top of that, young children often prefer formula or milk all to solid foods. These types of eating challenges can lead to…
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1. Take it as it Comes An easy way to hit all the sources is to make the corrected name change with each piece of mail that arrives at your door as making a list of every business or organization…
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December 5, 2013 Rules of the Kitchen for Outdoor Camping
The kitchen is the heart of the home, so the outdoor camp kitchen is the heart of the campsite. The camp kitchen is the source of food, warmth and socializing. Whether your camp kitchen is the large fold-up type that…
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December 5, 2013 Mental Health
According to Medline Plus, more than 20 million people in the United States have ongoing depression. Symptoms of depression can include sadness, reduced or loss of interest in pleasurable activities, reduced energy or severe thoughts such as death or suicide….
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December 5, 2013 Women's Health
Pregnancy is an exciting and scary time for new parents-to-be. Many women will make multiple phone calls to their physician throughout the course of their pregnancy. There are many different signs and symptoms during pregnancy, but many women wonder which…
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December 5, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The average healthy male and female in their mid-thirties only needs to eat between 2100 and 2260 calories each day, according to the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute. Minimizing calorie intake by only 500 calories a day can slash…
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1. Watch the Weather Be aware of the weather on the water when you kayak to avoid heat stress. Use a combination of the temperature and the dew point to calculate the heat conditions you experience on the water. Find…
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1. Joining the Local Archery Club Look in your local paper for an archery team listing. Contact them and arrange for a meeting. There are very few requirements for blind archers. Foot locators and a tactical aid for sighting attached…
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No cure exists for the common cold, but people often turn to over-the-counter products such as herbal supplements to help alleviate symptoms. Herbs can help you feel more comfortable and decrease a cold’s duration. Herbal supplements can also help you…
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December 5, 2013 Mental Health
While medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants are popular treatment methods for depression, some people prefer ways of treating this condition that do not require taking a pill. Options exist; however, they should be discussed thoroughly…
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When training the back for power, you have a variety of exercises to choose from. There are, however, two key factors that you have to take into account. First, according to the National Strength and Conditioning Association in its textbook…
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December 5, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
A fast metabolism is critical to burning fat and managing body weight. While some dieters use diet pills to speed up their metabolisms, the risks and side effects of these drugs make them risky. You can use some safe and…
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December 5, 2013 About the Depo Shot
Overview Depo-Provera, the brand name of the medication medroxyprogesterone acetate, is used to prevent unwanted pregnancies. Although it is one of the most effective methods of birth control available, it does have its disadvantages and is not for everyone. Women…
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1. Kneading Machines for Massage, Not Bread A machine that uses small roller like pieces to stimulate and massage key reflex points in the body is called a kneading machine. These special machines do not use vibration as a way…
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Camping can be dangerous when you don’t bring the right foods or store them improperly. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cautions campers to follow proper food safety protocol to keep you and your family safe from foodborne illnesses…
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1. En Guard Wheelchair fencing, an official sport of the International Paralympics, is exciting for competitors and spectators alike. Wheelchair athletes compete in three fencing styles, including foil, epee and sabre, while their chairs are securely fastened to the ground…
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December 5, 2013 Children's Health
Tattoos are a type of body art that entails making small punctures in the skin and injecting ink to make a permanent mark. If you are getting a tattoo, go to a reputable parlor and licensed practitioner. Aside from the…
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Overview Scuba diving requires a lot of specialized equipment and gear. If you’ll only be diving once or twice a year on vacation, you can rent most of your gear, and only need to bring a few basics. If you…
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Overview Modern parents have far more choices than ever when it comes to picking toys, activities and entertainment for their babies. Some of the most popular infant entertainment products include baby saucers and walkers, both of which are designed to…
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1. Comfort is Key Before the blade even touches the water, make sure you’re comfortable and relaxed. You should feel balanced on the seat with your feet firmly planted on the foot plate. Make sure your shoulders are square but…
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December 5, 2013 Senior Health
Overview A native of the sandy, arid hills of India, the Boswellia serrata tree is the source of a gum resin that has been in use in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries as a treatment for arthritis, diarrhea and pulmonary disease….
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December 5, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview The emu is a large bird native to Australia. Aboriginal people have relied on emu oil for centuries to treat a wide variety of medical conditions. Today this product is used as a dietary supplement, though scientific evidence of…
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December 5, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Epimedium refers to a group of herbaceous flowering perennial plants, of which horny goat weed is the best-known due to its aphrodisiac properties. The leaves of plants from this group have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries and…
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No camp is complete without some kind of shelter. You’ll find a wide variety of tents available at almost any outdoor retailer and even more for sale online, but that doesn’t mean that just any tent will do the job….
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