Overview As food travels through the digestive system, the body absorbs nutrients for use in other organs. The large intestine, also known as the colon, absorbs some vitamins, processes fiber and stores solid waste before passing it out of the…
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November 14, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Potassium is a major mineral and electrolyte in the body responsible for water and acid-base balance, as well as regulating heart beat. Your kidneys are responsible for excreting potassium from the body. When they fail to do this efficiently, excess…
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1. Is It Salsa Dancing or a Salsa Workout? The very best way to select or pick a salsa dance workout videos is to buy one that comes highly recommended by a friend. When that option isn’t available, read the…
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Your use of resistance tubing is an important part of your training as a baseball player. You can purchase resistance tubing of varying tension to tailor your tubing program to your level of physical development and strength. You should incorporate…
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According to the Kansas Chiropractic Foundation, maintaining poor posture can have negative health effects on your digestive, respiratory, muscular and skeletal systems and may hinder your ability to perform work or leisure activities efficiently and pain free. You can develop…
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November 14, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Murad Acne Spot Treatment is a topical leave-on blemish treatment. Manufacturer’s marketing claims state that the treatment can speed up the healing process of unbecoming blemishes. Mayo Clinic experts and the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) state that to…
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November 14, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The Mizuno MP 67 Irons are extremely popular throughout the world. The Mizuno MX 23 series is light and extremely durable. The line offers nine clubs, from 2-iron to 9-iron and a pitching wedge. The clubs are offered in right-handed…
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November 14, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The Callaway X-Tour irons are among the most popular irons in 2010, and are made in a style preferred by many professional golfers, according to Discount Golf World. The X-Tour series is said to be geared towards more accomplished golfers….
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November 14, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Lycopene Protects Against Cancer The substance that makes some vegetables red is lycopene, a carotene that helps protect against cervical, ovarian and prostate cancer as well as heart disease. Tomatoes are the best source of lycopene. Of course, tomatoes…
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Overview Regardless of how we treat our bodies, we all wish to maintain the glow and elasticity of youth. Unfortunately, as we get older, our skin is a mirror for how we live our lives. If our bodies are toxic,…
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Overview Goji berries have been consumed in Asia for thousands of years and have been used extensively in Eastern medicine to promote good health. There are many anecdotal health claims regarding the benefits of goji berries, but there is limited…
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November 14, 2013 Men's Health
Overview The prostate gland is a mystery to many men. It is commonly regarded as a part of the male sexual anatomy that can affect urinary output. Most people, however, cannot describe the purpose of the prostate or explain how…
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November 14, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Black cohosh is a traditional Native American remedy for dozens of ailments affecting the female endocrine system. In modern times, health care providers primarily recommend black cohosh as a low-risk intervention for women coping with menopause-related discomforts. According to the…
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November 14, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is an uncomfortable skin condition characterized by scaly, itchy patches or thick patches of flaking skin. Although this condition has no cure, several key measures can help prevent outbreaks and recurrences. If you experience frequent eczema…
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1. Low Dose Naltrexone is a Wonder Drug The original use for naltrexone was to reduce cravings in people who were addicted to alcohol or opioids. When used for this purpose, the dose is 50 mg per day. However, beginning…
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November 14, 2013 Bicycles & Wrist Pain
Overview Bicycling is, for many people, an enjoyable way to increase fitness and build aerobic capacity. It’s low-impact, isn’t associated with joint and bone injuries that can plague runners and can be performed at different intensities depending upon your fitness…
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November 14, 2013 Kenpo Kung Fu Techniques
Kenpo kung fu, also known as Kenpo karate, is a distinct style of martial art, developed by legendary martial arts master William Chow. Originally a kung fu student of various Chinese martial arts, he developed his own system, which he…
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November 14, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
An old scar may be due to an injury, a burn, chicken pox or acne, or the result of surgery. You have options for treating a scar, according to Dr. David Sawcer, assistant professor of clinical dermatology at the Keck…
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1. Glucagonoma Explained Glucagonoma is a tumor in the islet cells of the pancreas. 80% of the cases are cancerous, and early diagnosis is important, as this particular malignancy can spread to the liver and surrounding tissues. Even if benign,…
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Football requires a number of different skills, including footwork, hand-eye coordination and the ability to use leverage to bring down an opponent for a tackle. Drills are an effective way to help kids learn the fundamentals of football in order…
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If you had to name all the major components of health related fitness, would you remember to include flexibility? Maintaining full range of motion in your upper and lower body is crucial to exercise and sport performance as well as…
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November 14, 2013 Tips on Using Swimming for Exercise
Getting on the treadmill day after day can get old quickly. If you’re looking for a different way to exercise, try hopping in the pool. Swimming can provide just as much calorie burning as jogging or biking, and for some…
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Full body workouts make a great way to build muscle and burn fat in a time-efficient manner. Optimize your results by using targeted training techniques. The order in which you do your exercises, when do cardiovascular training and which days…
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The golf swing is one of the most frustrating skills to learn in sports. You can swing the same way 50 times and have 50 different results. Improving and perfecting your swing can help you have a more consistent game…
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November 14, 2013 About Saunas
Overview The word “sauna” is Finnish for bath house or bath. A sauna is a type of heated room that uses either wet or dry heat to produce a rise in a person’s body temperature. Most people use saunas as…
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Regardless of whether you’re using downhill or cross country skis, applying wax to the undersides of these skis is considered a critical maintenance job. Ski wax is a hybrid of several different types of wax, enabling it to perform several…
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November 14, 2013 Mental Health
Although stress and anxiety are a normal part of life, it is dysfunctional and counterproductive to allow stress and anxiety to affect functioning to the point where it has an effect on health and mental well-being. According to the Mayo…
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1. Hip Hop Grinding is Sexually Suggestive There are many steps and styles of hip hop dancing depending on how the dancer learns or is taught hip hop. A big part of hip hop dancing is attitude, adapting a feeling…
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1. Stretch the Lat Muscles Rowing uses your back muscles and you should stretch them before and after each rowing session. The Lat Back Stretch, which also loosens your shoulder, can be performed sitting or standing. Interlace your fingers and…
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November 14, 2013 Mental Health
Ambien, also known as zolpidem, is a prescription sedative-hypnotic sleeping pill, designed to help treat insomnia. It is only intended to be used for a short period of time, and not recommended for long-term use. Ambien can be very effective…
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