Overview A mole is a growth on the surface of your skin that has a high concentration of melanin. This skin pigment gives the mole a darker color than the surrounding skin. A mole is generally benign, although the Skin…
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November 11, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview ADD, or attention deficit disorder, and ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, are so prevalent in the U.S. these days, that approximately 10 percent of all school age children are diagnosed with one or the other of these corresponding…
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November 11, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Every year, thousands of college students flock to tanning salons and fitness centers to get ready for spring break. If you’re like most students, you spent the winter bundled up with little thought to how you looked underneath. Now that…
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Boxing moves are a great way to burn calories and create an aerobic exercise routine. Performing them against a punching bag adds resistance and muscle building to a boxing-style workout. Following a few simple guidelines will help you create and…
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November 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
If you are trying to lose weight but aren’t seeing the scale move, you may be wondering why. Taking a close look at your dieting habits by keeping a food and exercise journal can help you determine the reason for…
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November 10, 2013 Butt Fat Loss Exercises
A fat butt is not as serious as a fat stomach, but it can still cause low self-esteem. Although you cannot turn fat into muscle, you can build muscle by doing targeted exercises. If you couple this with calorie-burning activity,…
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November 10, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Creams that remove age spots must contain an active ingredient that can penetrate the epidermis, the surface layer of the skin. The Mayo Clinic says this is because clusters of melanin responsible for age spots are located at the base…
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1. Attack Your Stomach Parasites With Drug Therapies Once your doctor has identified the parasite that is causing your symptoms, you’ll receive the option to treat the problem with a drug that can kill the microbes lining your intestinal tract….
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Volleyball is a team sport that can be played indoors or out, and is often played on sand at the beach. The game is played on a court that measures 29 feet, 6 inches wide by 59 feet long, according…
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Breastfeeding a baby is the healthiest way to feed a baby, as it provides the best nutrition and protects the baby from getting sick. Breastfeeding also has health benefits for the mother. Some women have concerns about breastfeeding because they…
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Football players are constantly trying to improve on the field by increasing their athletic ability. They want to run faster, jump higher and be quicker off the line. Doing exercise that builds the explosive muscles in the calf can help…
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November 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome, is a condition in which a woman’s ovaries are covered with cysts. The cysts are benign, but can disrupt the menstrual cycle and may hamper fertility. According to the Children’s Hospital of Boston’s Center for…
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November 10, 2013 Safe Ways to Lose Weight for a Teenager
High body mass index affects as many as 11 percent of all adolescents, notes the “Journal of the American Medical Association,” and inactive lifestyles and bad food choices are mostly to blame. If you are a teen struggling with weight…
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Pheromones are chemicals produced in the body that excrete an undetected aroma, triggering response behaviors. Pheromones present in humans are primarily targeted toward activating the reproductive system and stimulating sex hormones. Pheromones are not scents that can be consciously smelled,…
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1. One Needle Can Equal 3 Miles There is an acupuncture point just below the knee that’s known as the 3-mile point. Inserting a needle in this point significantly increases your energy. In fact, the 3-mile point is so powerful…
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Better muscle tone requires a careful balance of diet and exercise. Nutritional supplements are popular because of the fast and dramatic results they promise. Although there are no shortcuts to improved muscle tone, some supplements can play an important and…
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Hip replacement surgery can be a godsend for those who suffer from chronic, end-stage arthritis. Removal of arthritic joint surfaces and replacing them with artificial components can mean a significant improvement in quality of life. For all the benefits that…
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November 10, 2013 Children's Health
Binge eating disorder is an illness characterized by recurrent binge-eating episodes during which a person eats excessive amounts of food. The binge eater feels helpless to control or change behaviors and often suffers from serious emotional and physical complications. When…
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November 10, 2013 Children's Health
Overview Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a neurological disease that affects an individual’s behavior and ability to focus on tasks. Both children and adults have ADHD. ADHD is often managed with medication and therapy. Facts According to the…
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Incontinence is the inability to control your bowels or bladder. Urinary incontinence is sometimes referred to as an overactive bladder. There are different forms of urinary incontinence that can range from mild to severe. You may experience a constant need…
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Wrestling is one of the most physically demanding sports, both on and off the mat. In tournaments, wrestlers are divided into weight classes. In order to gain a physical advantage over their competitors, most wrestlers will lose as much weight…
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Roundworms, also known as nematodes, are a common cause of human parasitic infestations worldwide. Pinworms are the only common roundworm infestation in the U.S. Other roundworms including hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, Ascaris and Trichinella occur most often in people who have…
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1. Observe Smart Virus Safety Procedures You can limit your chances of contracting cytomegalovirus, or CMV, by washing your hands regularly, especially if you’re in regular close contact with large numbers of toddlers or preschool-aged children. Hygiene experts stress the…
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Exercises for the stomach strengthen the core of the body, which results in support for good posture and a flat, toned midsection. These exercises must be executed using correct form and alignment to adequately target the muscles of the stomach…
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November 10, 2013 How to Use a Pitching Ball Machine
Overview A pitching machine is one of the tools used by baseball teams to hone and groove players’ swings and raise their confidence levels. Hitting a baseball is widely acknowledged to be one of the hardest things to do on…
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Overview Graco infant car seats are available online and at several retail stores. Graco car seats are popular because they are reasonably priced, have choices of different colors and patterns to fit various lifestyles, and have good safety standards. Infant…
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November 10, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Rapid changes take place during pregnancy. This is especially true in the first few weeks. The frustrating truth is that you may not notice these changes, and if you do, most of the earliest symptoms of pregnancy can easily be…
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November 10, 2013 Senior Health
While you can’t actually exercise the brain like you can the muscles in the body, you can work out the brain through games and activities that encourage memory, reasoning and memorization, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Brain health and fitness…
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November 10, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview As a person ages, it isn’t uncommon for dark spots to develop on the skin. These dark spots are commonly called age spots or solar lentigines. They develop when melanin within the epidermis stick together. Repeated sun exposure is…
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1. Explore New Strategies with Behavior Therapy The best way to treat adult ADD naturally is to go through therapy, particularly behavior therapy. Many people with ADHD work with behavior therapists to devise new strategies to improve their ability to…
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