December 3, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal or, in some cases, bacterial infection that causes burning and itching sensations in the foot. It can cause blisters and dry, rough, red and cracking skin. It tends to occur between the toes…
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According to the American Diabetes Association, people who have diabetes have a greater chance of having eye problems and are more likely to suffer from blindness relative to those who do not have diabetes. This is why it is important…
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December 3, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly 220 million people in the world are diagnosed with diabetes. It is a chronic illness caused by the malfunctioning of the pancreas. The pancreas is unable to produce insulin in required quantities,…
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1. Flying Bikes Nowhere is evolution and revolution so intense as in BMX, or Bicycle Motocross. Many BMX riders find they are more proficient in one form of riding than another. Vert BMX is a freestyle form that was made…
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December 3, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Smoking has long been recognized as a leading contributor to death and disease worldwide. Despite the known harmful health effects of smoking, however, the March of Dimes reports that at least 10 percent of pregnant women in the United States…
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December 3, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
If you’re planning to reduce coffee consumption or even eliminate coffee from your diet, you may wonder about how your body will tolerate cutting back on coffee. Medical research finds that withdrawal symptoms aren’t all in your head–coffee withdrawal, or…
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December 3, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
1. DHT Hair Loss: A Chemical Process DHT hair loss begins with testosterone. The trouble starts once testosterone combines with an enzyme present in the oil glands found in hair follicles. Genetics determine how much of the enzyme 5 alpha…
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December 3, 2013 Fitness Exercises for the Gym
When you are looking to get in shape, you have the option of getting home workout equipment or going to a gym. If the idea of having access to multiple pieces of fitness gear interests you, the gym might have…
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December 3, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Black cohosh root may be helpful for treating hot flashes, sleep problems and other discomforts associated with menopause. Though there haven’t been many studies in the United States to confirm its effectiveness, black cohosh is approved for menstrual discomfort and…
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December 3, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Stomach fat is caused by a build up of calories that are stored as fat around your abdomen. Having an excessive amount of visceral fat leaves you at risk for type II diabetes, heart disease, certain types of cancer, strokes…
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Neck bridging exercises are commonly used by athletes participating in boxing, wrestling and mixed martial arts. Having a strong neck can help these athletes prevent getting knocked out, and the head can be used like an extra limb in certain…
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December 3, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, is a chronic skin condition that may result from an immune system malfunction, according to the Mayo Clinic. Symptoms of eczema include itching, scaling and raised red bumps on the skin. Medical treatments for eczema…
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Colon cleansing is generally categorized into five procedures. The various types of cleansing can vary in efficiency and should be performed according to the manufacturer’s directions or by a professional. Learn about the various technologies for colon cleansing in order…
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December 3, 2013 Women's Health
Overview Menopause occurs when a woman’s ovaries stop producing eggs, normally between the ages of 45 and 55. During the period leading up to menopause a woman produces less estrogen and progesterone and may experience a number of hormonal related…
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December 3, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
When you want to lose weight fast, this generally means that there is some kind of event on the horizon that deals with you showcasing your body with revealing clothing. Whatever the reason might be, you have to be willing…
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1. Get it Off the Street As more people get involved in sports like skateboarding, BMX, Motocross and inline skates, they need places to go to practice their tricks and innovative techniques. While cities and towns around the world began…
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December 3, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Premature infants are those born before 37 weeks of gestation. These babies encounter a host of medical and developmental problems, but often survive, unlike premature infants in the past. The earlier a premature infant is born, the more health…
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Urine contains dissolved substances (solutes), or waste products. These solutes can solidify forming crystals in the urine if the urine pH becomes increasingly acidic or basic and the concentration of dissolved substances increases. According to Lab Tests Online, crystals are…
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December 3, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Every pregnancy is different. Some of the variables depend on the mother’s health, age and stress levels, while others are associated with normal physiological changes due to having been pregnant and given birth the first time. Additional differences relate…
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December 3, 2013 Senior Health
Overview The U.S. Department of Agriculture provides an online user-friendly nutrition guide called MyPyramid to help consumers explore the food groups, assess their food intake and develop an individualized meal plan to meet the USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The…
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December 3, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that an estimated 4,265,555 babies are born every year. Trying to determine the best time to conceive can prove frustrating. When trying to have a baby, it is often the two-week wait between…
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December 3, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Campbell Soup Company is a well-known manufacturer of soups in the United States. It has many products, including Campbell’s Chunky Soups. This product line consists of uncondensed soups with large portions of meats and vegetables. Campbell’s Chunky Soup Fajita…
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December 3, 2013 Children's Health
Snacks play a vital role in everyone’s metabolism, adults and children alike. Eating nutritious foods every few hours keeps the body’s blood sugar from dropping, which in turn helps with weight management, energy levels and brain power. Variety is important…
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Overview One-arm pushups are one of the ultimate indicators of toughness and strength. Sylvester Stallone in “Rocky” showed his strength and stamina by performing one-arm pushups. The maneuver is extremely difficult, and requires both upper body strength and balance. In…
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December 3, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Baskin-Robbins is a restaurant chain that specializes in ice cream and other dairy desserts. Soft serve is similar to ice cream but the manufacturing process for soft serve introduces air into the product. A machine performs this procedure at…
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1. It Starts Early Asthma is a wide spread condition in children, with symptoms appearing as early as before age two. Children prone to asthma may even have eczema on their skin as infants. Children’s asthma studies try to determine…
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December 3, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The Butternut squash is a variety of squash with a sweet, nutty flavor similar to that of a pumpkin. It’s a winter squash, meaning that you eat it in the winter when the fruit is ripe. Butternut squash is…
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Overview The body undergoes many changes with age. After age 50, men and women begin to experience changes that could include difficulty with digestion, brittle bones, memory loss and gray hair. While not all changes related to aging pose risks,…
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1. Nature’s Backup Plan Infant reflexes, or primitive reflexes, are involuntary muscle reactions that occur when a baby is stimulated in a specific way. These movements cause specific muscles to produce a predictable reaction. These reactions help the baby survive…
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Overview A neti pot is a safe and inexpensive way to alleviate sinus problems and help people breathe easier. Neti pots have safely been used in the Ayurvedic medical tradition of India for hundreds of years. There, the regular practice…
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