November 13, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
The scalp is the area above the face and neck and stretches from ear to ear. Layers of tissue, nerves, glands, blood vessels and skin form the scalp. It grows and anchors hair for the head. Several different conditions cause…
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The tapeworm is a parasitic organism that lives in the intestines of its host. A tapeworm infection occurs in humans after eating the eggs or cysts of the worm contained in raw or undercooked meats such as pork, beef and…
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1. Look at the Recent Medical History Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is a condition that causes inflammation of the spinal cord and the brain. Specifically, this neurological ailment causes damage to the myelin surrounding the brain’s nerves. Both adults and…
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November 13, 2013 What Foods Increase Libido in Women?
Periods of waning libido may result in women when they experience stress, fatigue, depression, decreased hormone levels or a poor self-image. But you can rev things up the natural way. Certain foods, herbs and spices can increase sex drive. Snacking…
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Correct posture involves proper body alignment when sitting, standing and exercising. When someone exhibits proper posture, body weight is evenly distributed, allowing an imaginary line of gravity to follow down along the body’s joints and ensuring balance of ligament and…
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1. Getting a Full Body Workout Create an exercise program that works your whole body toward wellness. Many muscle imbalances occur after a person emphasizes one or two areas of the body over the others. Balancing your back muscles is…
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November 13, 2013 Tips for Parents to Get Their Toddler to Sleep in Their Own Bed
Many parents fear the dreaded words, “Can I sleep with you?”, accompanied by their toddler crawling under the covers to snuggle up to Mommy and Daddy. Some little ones limit this to evenings when they’ve had a bad dream or…
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November 13, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
The time period from conception to a missed period is approximately two weeks. When trying to conceive, this waiting period may seem like an eternity. In those two weeks, hormonal changes in the body begin to occur as the fertilized…
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November 13, 2013 Senior Health
According to the Centers for Disease Control and prevention, rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease, believed to be caused by a faulty immune response. This results in inflammation of the joints of the body, with pain, stiffness and progressive…
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Overview Exercise is beneficial for improved health and fitness levels. Workout programs are based on guidelines geared for improved strength and endurance levels. Exercises are performed in sets of repetitions that vary according to fitness goals. Guidelines are based on…
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November 13, 2013 Senior Health
Overview Boswellia serrata, a tree also known as frankincense, produces a resin that has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. Ayurvedic medicine originated thousands of years ago in India and traditionally used boswellia to treat pain and inflammation. The Memorial…
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November 13, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Hair loss is sometimes a matter of genetics, but can also result from a range of illnesses and deficiencies. Hair loss at the crown of the head is more common than hair loss at the sides or neck line. The…
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November 13, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview A liquid fasting diet may be prescribed by your physician or another member of your health care team, and can serve a variety of purposes. Depending on the specific foods included, a liquid diet keeps your body hydrated and…
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November 13, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Many people carry a few extra inches around the middle. It’s one of the two most common places to carry excess pounds; the second is in the bottom, hips and thighs. There are many jokes about the “beer belly”…
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November 13, 2013 About the Ginger Tea Detox
Overview Ginger tea is a popular detoxification aid. It can be used for gentle, daily detoxification or added to a more intense detoxification program. Some programs involve fasting for a number of days. Others simply eliminate substances that are believed…
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1. Stretch the Neck Before You Break Dance Break dancers or breakers should stretch, loosen and warm up their neck muscles before performing. Do neck rolls or neck rotations in slow controlled movements to “wake up” the neck muscles prior…
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1. Take it Straight, But Know the Facts Prinivil, generically available as Lisinopril, is an ACE inhibitor prescribed for the treatment of high blood pressure and heart failure. Doctors also recommend it for improving your survival rate following a heart…
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November 13, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Nail fungus, or onychomycosis, most commonly affects the toenails, but can be present in fingernails as well. The symptoms of nail fungus include thickened, brittle nails, a space between the nail and nail bed and a dull appearance. You…
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Overview Gastric carcinoma, also known as stomach or gastric cancer, is the result of genetic mutations that occur over time in the stomach cells, causing them to grow quickly. Patients who eat large amounts of smoked foods, smoke or have…
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Overview Glucose, also known as blood sugar, provides energy for the human body. In people with diabetes, a lack of insulin renders the body unable to use glucose efficiently. This causes blood sugar levels to increase, which raises the risk…
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A blood clot refers to a collection of blood that can obstruct blood flow. Sometimes, this clot can lodge itself into the vessels in the legs. In some instances, they can block blood vessels in the lungs or blood clots…
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive disease that includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Asthma and alpha-1 related emphysema are also categorized under the term COPD under certain circumstances. Symptoms include frequent coughing, increased sputum production, shortness of breath…
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November 13, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Congratulations, you are pregnant. One of the most frequent questions you will be asked over the next nine months will be, “What is your due date?” For some women, especially those who were actively trying to conceive, this may…
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November 13, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. When in Rome The Mediterranean diet is a great alternative to the traditional food pyramid. Based on the foods of the countries that border the Mediterranean Sea, it’s similar to the plan promoted by the American Heart Association (AHA)….
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November 13, 2013 Women's Health
Overview Once menopause occurs, vaginal bleeding normally ceases. Any type of vaginal bleeding that occurs in the postmenopausal period is abnormal and fits into a category sometimes known as dysfunctional uterine bleeding, or DUB. Postmenopausal bleeding can be benign or…
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1. What is the Kukuwa Dance Workout? Choosing to do the Kukuwa Dance Workout shows you’re ready for a change in your normal or more traditional aerobic type workouts. The unique music is one thing that makes the Kukuwa Workout…
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November 13, 2013 About Gouty Arthritis
Overview Toes and ankles can be disabled and deformed from gout and gouty arthritis. Gout is caused by uric acid crystals that are deposited in the extremities of the feet, ankles, hands, and even elbows. Symptoms include pain, swelling, and…
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November 13, 2013 The Best Natural Colon Cleansers
Colon cleansing is a controversial health practice, generally associated with alternative medicine. Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist Michael Picco notes that there is insufficient scientific evidence to support or refute any of the potential benefits associated with colon cleansing. Furthermore, the U.S….
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All muscle strains are graded from 1 to 3, based on severity, according to SportsInjuryClinic.net. Grade 3 strains are the most severe and involve tearing of at least 90 percent of the fibers in the injured muscle. Grade 3 calf…
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The heart’s job is to pump blood through a vast network of blood vessels to the tissues, supplying them with oxygen and other nutrients. Under normal circumstances, the heart beats regularly and consistently, but there are many things that can…
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