Solar panels are classified into three primary types: monocrystalline, polycrystalline and amorphous. Each type has its own benefits and drawbacks, which makes research essential before purchasing a solar panel for your home or business. The U.S. Department of Energy states…
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Overview The Total Gym 2000 is a fitness machine intended for use in the home. Its features include a maximum weight capacity of 250 pounds, an adjustable glideboard, and support for more than 40 exercise variations. The Total Gym 2000…
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Overview When purchasing homeowners insurance, it is important to know the replacement cost of your home and the value of your contents. Though chances are slim your home will ever be totally destroyed in a disaster, you do not want…
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Overview No longer in production, the Total Gym Supra is an exercise device comparable to the later-model Total Gym 2000 in construction and operation. The machine works through a combination of body weight and resistance bands; by adjusting the glideboard’s…
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The top 10 filling foods are the foods with the most fiber because high-fiber foods make you feel fuller than any other food. “Dr. Atkins’ New Diet Revolution” attributes this feeling to fiber being indigestible, its slowing down how quickly…
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The foods produced today can be deceiving when it comes to quality. They may be the freshest produce on the market, but what have they been exposed to during the growing process? Many have been grown in soil, laden with…
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With the push toward renewable resources and energy-saving efforts, many are looking at solar energy as an alternative resource to conventional means. Once a solar energy system is installed, the main source of power, the sun, is free and leaves…
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May 9, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Ibuprofen is the generic name for an over-the-counter medication. Apo-Ibuprofen, one particular brand, has several effects to include pain relief, reduction of inflammation, fever reduction, inhibition of certain immune system functions, inhibition of part of the clotting cascade and prolongation…
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Overview Divorce is one of life’s most painful experiences. It can be handled as an uncontested or contested divorce. According to Divorcenet.com, a contested divorce occurs when your spouse does not agree to the divorce outright or does not agree…
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The easiest way to gain weight is to simply eat more. However many people do not have the time to prepare six to eight small meals per day. Moreover, hard-gainers or those who cannot put on weight may still have…
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The bladder is a smooth, collapsible, muscular sac that is used to temporarily store urine. According to the Mayo Clinic, bladder control is a problem for many women and can be caused by pregnancy, childbirth, aging and being overweight. It…
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Developing strong, rounded shoulders are not only attractive and make your waist appear smaller, but they also are beneficial for maintaining good posture. The deltoids are named after the Greek delta, or triangle, because the muscle resembles a triangle in…
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Overview A casserole is a dish in which a single container is both the cooking and serving vessel for the cooked food. It’s common in cafeterias and is an effective method of using leftovers. Mexican chicken casserole contains ingredients such…
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Teens looking to have a positive impact on the environment may feel powerless, but everyone has the power to make small differences for the planet. Going green means making personal choices and decisions that can help the environment. A few…
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Overview Muscles are responsible for every movement that you make. Weight training improves muscular strength and muscular endurance, how much weight you can lift and how many times you can lift it. Strength and endurance training involves muscular contractions to…
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Overview According to Drugs.com, benzoyl peroxide is the generic name for one of the most popular acne drugs in the U.S. It’s a topical medication that is an ingredient in lotion, soap, shaving cream, medicated pad, solution, gel, stick, facial…
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Chai tea is a classic Indian beverage that has been used for centuries. It is created by mixing black, green or oolong tea with a variety of herbs and spices. Chai tea is recognized as a healthier alternative to coffee…
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Overview When a child is born to unmarried parents, the father and the mother have certain legal rights in regards to the child. The laws vary by state, but most have numerous similarities. Once a man has been named the…
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Children learn through play as they strengthen coordination, build muscles and practice cooperation and problem solving. There are countless learning toys on the market, and while most of them will help your child learn important skills, your child can learn…
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May 9, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Depression includes multiple disorders, which vary by the symptoms and their duration. For example, dysthymic disorder, a chronic form of depression in which patients have a low mood for at least two years, affects 1.5 percent of the adult United…
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Healthy breasts come in a variety of sizes; however, due to social pressures or internal insecurities, some women with smaller breasts can feel less feminine and suffer from low self esteem. Women are inundated with advertisements offering solutions to the…
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May 9, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Bicycle safety is about much more than simply wearing a helmet—it’s about information, preparation, anticipation and reaction. By understanding the rules of the road, both on a bicycle and in a car, a cyclist will be more adept at…
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May 9, 2015 Sports & Recreation
In a winter survival situation, your body needs high-calorie, high-fat foods. The key is to consume more calories than you’re burning. Because your body burns a lot of calories to stay warm in freezing temperatures, you’ll need to increase your…
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Open adoption is a legal adoption in which arrangements are made for the birth parents and the child to continue to have a relationship, despite the fact that another family retains legal guardianship. While this type of arrangement is not…
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May 9, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview The average gym contains hundreds of specialized training devices. For any given exercise, there are countless machines capable of doing the job. Some are old standards that can be found in any gym. Some are cutting edge, designed to…
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Overview Also known as sour orange, Seville orange and bigarade orange, the bitter orange tree is a member of the citrus family. Known for its use in perfume, essential oils and flavoring, bitter orange has also had a long history…
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Derived from the root word “qi” for vital energy and “gong,” or skill and working, qigong is a traditional Chinese meditative practice that utilizes bodily movement and breathing techniques to promote the healthy circulation of qi. Perceiving the body as…
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May 9, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
According to the National Human Genome Research Institute, or NHGRI, hereditary breast cancer accounts for as much as 27 percent of all female breast cancer. The hereditary forms of breast cancers occur when a gene change, or mutation, linked to…
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Overview Dandruff presents itself with an itchy scalp and flaking skin, which may be particularly noticeable on dark hair or clothing. While dandruff can be embarrassing and mildly uncomfortable, it is rarely serious, notes the Mayo Clinic. Nonetheless, understanding how…
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Treating infected nails is time-consuming and difficult, and relapse is common. A nail infected by a fungus will change in appearance. Common changes include thickening of the nail, and nails that become brittle, dull, crumbly, distorted or discolored. Dermatophytes are…
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