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November 14, 2013
How to Get Faster at Running in Two Days
Overview Improving sprint speed can be done by building muscle strength, improving muscular endurance, increasing neuromuscular ability, and increasing the physiological response of the muscles. Unfortunately, all of these will take more than two days of training for effective results….
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November 14, 2013
Health
Arthritis means “inflamed joint,” and there are two major types that affect the cervical spine: spondylosis or osteoarthritis (OA), which is the “wear and tear” type, and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) which is the more disfiguring and often more painful of…
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November 14, 2013
Fitness
Overview Families who want to develop close, healthy and loving relationships have to start with one of the most basic building blocks–communication. Mothers and fathers, sisters and brothers, grandparents, aunts and uncles can all benefit from learning what healthy communication…
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November 14, 2013
Fitness
1. Baby Take a Bow Stretch Ballerinas who are new to modern dance should have little difficulty mastering the bow stretch in modern dance. The bow stretch is a variation of two different ballet moves: the attitude and the penche….
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November 14, 2013
Fitness
1. Stop Storing Fat with Accelis Accelis is a weight loss product that you can buy without a prescription. The manufacturers of this product say that it helps the cells in the muscles to absorb sugar from the blood instead…
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November 14, 2013
Sexual and Reproductive Health
Abdominal pain is one of the most common complaints among men and women. Right lower abdominal pain may be caused by many conditions. Most of the causes are either from gastrointestinal conditions, reproductive organ diseases or urinary tract problems. Gastrointestinal…
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November 14, 2013
Diabetes
Diabetes mellitus results in persistently high levels of blood sugar, namely glucose, from a deficient or faulty response to the hormone, insulin. Diabetes is either insulin-dependent (Type 1), when the problem is a deficiency in insulin production, or non-insulin dependent…
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November 14, 2013
Health
Overview Although an exact cause for fibromyalgia has not been ascertained as of 2010, the consensus of current research points towards a genetic predisposition for certain patterns of disordered neuroendocrine signaling brought on by environmental stressors, according to the National…
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November 14, 2013
Mental Health
Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia, are complex illnesses that involve poor body image and low self-esteem, obsession with weight loss and harmful dieting behaviors. According to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), schools, local communities and the media…
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November 14, 2013
Children's Health
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common disorder diagnosed in up to 8 percent of U.S. children, with one in seven adults having symptoms as well. Genetics is an important potential cause for ADHD, but other factors may contribute. ADHD…
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November 14, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Facial cysts are a severe form of acne that can often become painful and disfiguring. Cystic acne treatments work by reducing the production of oil on the skin, eliminating bacteria, encouraging skin cell turnover and reducing inflammation. Treatment may take…
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November 14, 2013
How to Strengthen Your Lungs for Running
Overview Runners rely on proper breathing to help support pace, energy, and endurance capabilities. There are some factors that cause breathing difficulties during running, however. Uphill running, overexertion, and low lung capacity are some of the main causes of runner’s…
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November 14, 2013
Exercises for Pinched Nerves in Back
Spinal canal narrowing, a disc herniation or arthritis in which the spinal nerves exit the spinal canal are all conditions that commonly cause pinched nerves in the back. When this is experienced in the lower back, or lumbar spine, low…
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November 14, 2013
Sexual and Reproductive Health
1. Barrier Method of Birth Control A cervical cap is a form of birth control known as a barrier method. There are a few different caps to choose from, including the Fem Cap and Lea’s Shield. Both are small pieces…
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November 14, 2013
Diet and Nutrition
Physicians typically prescribe appetite suppressants on a short-term basis to jump start a longer-term weight loss program. Appetite suppressant products also are available over-the-counter or online. Certain dangers are associated with appetite suppressants, and people should be cautious about using…
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November 14, 2013
Diet and Nutrition
The Mizuno MX 23 Irons’ worldwide popularity is due largely to the series’ aesthetics, light weight and durability. The line offers eight clubs–from the three iron to the nine iron and a pitching wedge. Every club is offered in left-…
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November 14, 2013
Exercises for Osteoarthritis in the Hip
Osteoarthritis is the breakdown of cartilage that normally protects your hip joint and allows for smooth movement, states Medline Plus, a website of the National Institutes of Health. In addition, healthy cartilage absorbs the hip joint shock of walking and…
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November 14, 2013
Fitness
The teenage years are prime time for young adults to start focusing on exercise plans. Without proper training or guidance, teens can hurt themselves or not receive adequate nutrition, which are both crucial in building healthy bodies. It is important…
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November 14, 2013
Medications Used to Treat Chronic Pain Syndrome
The psychological response and individualized perception of pain differs in each individual, according to “Core Concepts in Pharmacology” by Norman Holland and Michael Adams. The chronic pain syndrome (CPS) diagnosis is a challenge to treat because the etiology is unclear…
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November 14, 2013
Fitness
1. Magical Mantras The powerful emotional, physical, and spiritual changes that you can experience while practicing Kundalini make this form of yoga distinctive. During the practice, you may utter a mantra, a spoken word, sound, or syllable that elevates consciousness…
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November 14, 2013
Be Active
1. Sailing, Sailing . . . To qualify for competition in the America’s Cup, one of the oldest sailing competitions in the world and the oldest sporting trophy championship, a yacht must meet minimum requirements of the International America’s Cup…
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November 14, 2013
Fitness
Strength training for your shoulders should also be integrated with the rest of your body because connective tissues (fascia) that surround your muscles and joints connect all your body parts like a giant web. When combined with jump roping, you…
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November 14, 2013
Fitness
A mini medicine ball is an exercise ball that weighs between two and 25 pounds. They have a diameter of about 14 inches, which is about the size of a basketball. Mini medicine balls are very useful when exercising, as…
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November 14, 2013
Exercises for Knee Laxity
Knee laxity, or instability, is caused by damage or tears to one of the four main ligaments that keep your knee stable. Your anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) prevent the knee from sliding too far forward…
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November 14, 2013
Fitness
A tennis match can be played to the best of three sets, in which a player must win two sets to win the match, or to the best of five sets, in which a player must win three sets to…
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November 14, 2013
Fitness
Regardless if you want to improve your vertical jump for volleyball, basketball or another activity, there are different workout routines that will help you achieve your goals. Additionally, workouts that increase vertical jumps build off of one another. For example,…
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November 14, 2013
Golf Putting Hints
Putting can make the difference between going home with a scorecard full of bogeys and shooting the round of your life. Some of the most difficult elements of putting, such as lining up a putt, can be remedied with a…
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November 14, 2013
Fitness
Competitive softball is a game that is dominated by pitching. Top pitchers can throw their fastballs at speeds approaching 70 miles per hour, which, at the shorter distance, is the equivalent of a baseball thrown at 93-plus miles per hour….
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November 14, 2013
Health
Morphine sulfate, a legally prescribed narcotic pain-killer, is classified as an opiate and is derived from the poppy plant. Morphine is a highly effective and addictive analgesic that alleviates moderate to severe pain. Opiates work by binding with and activating…
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November 14, 2013
Health
Overview The Lemon Fast Cleanse, also known as the Master Cleanse and the Maple Syrup Cleanse, was created by Stanley Burroughs in 1941 and regained popularity in the mid-nineties. In his book, “The Master Cleanse,” Burroughs states that his cleanse…
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