4 Ways to Treat Sarin Poisoning
1. Get Away From Sarin Sarin is a nerve agent originally developed by the Nazis. It can be inhaled as a gas, mixed with water as a poison or exposed to the skin or eyes. The most important first step…
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Breast Enlargement Exercises Without Weights
November 10, 2013 Breast Enlargement Exercises Without Weights
Breast enlargement exercises tend to involve dumbbells, barbells, weighted machines or cable pulley machines in the health club. To enlarge your breasts, you will need to perform exercises that strengthen your chest muscles. It is not necessary to use weights….
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What Causes Elevated White Blood Cells?
White blood cells play an important role in immune system function as they scavenge the body for invading bacteria and viruses. High white cell levels will not typically produce any detectable symptoms but may be indicative of a serious underlying…
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Herbs for Infection and Bacteria in the Body
November 10, 2013 Herbs for Infection and Bacteria in the Body
Fresh and dried herbs, while most commonly used for flavoring your favorite dishes and culinary applications, also offer healing properties and have medicinal benefits. Some of the most popular and commonly used herbs, including basil, oregano and peppermint, contain compounds…
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Calf Muscle Exercises With Dumbbells
Dumbbells can give you an effective workout when training your calf muscles. They are relatively cheap, take up little room, and can be used almost anywhere. As long as you use proper exercises that target the calf muscles and train…
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Examples of Some Breathing Control Exercises
November 10, 2013 Examples of Some Breathing Control Exercises
The brain controls respiration without conscious effort, and the breath works as an automatic response in the body. Yet the breath immediately responds to your emotions. Stressors like the fear, anxiety, anger or worry directly affect the way you breathe….
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A Urinary Tract Infection
Overview Aside from causing discomfort while going to the bathroom, a urinary tract infection should be treated as a serious condition. If a urinary tract infection spreads, it can cause irreversible damage and other complications to your entire urinary tract….
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Best Exercise Machines to Use for Weight Loss
November 10, 2013 Best Exercise Machines to Use for Weight Loss
The best exercise machines for weight loss are the ones you will actually use on a regular basis. Before using or purchasing a piece of equipment, you should determine your level of fitness, lifestyle preferences and physical needs, recommends Tim…
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Common Food Allergies in Children
November 10, 2013 Common Food Allergies in Children
Food allergies are becoming more commonplace: In fact, food labels now list the eight most common allergens. The Centers for Disease Control estimate that about 4 percent of the U.S. population and around 6 percent of children under the age…
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4 Ways to Control Stress With Bell’s Palsy
1. Try to Identify the Source of the Disorder and Its Relation to Stress The medical world doesn’t know a lot about the origin of Bell’s palsy, but it can be helpful to understand what might be the general cause,…
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Hip Replacement Complications
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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What Are the Causes of Glue Ear?
November 10, 2013 What Are the Causes of Glue Ear?
Glue ear is a condition in which the middle ear fills with glue-like fluid. It occurs more commonly in children than in adults. The fluid dampens sound waves, or the vibrations of the tiny bones in the middle ear. This…
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Problems Taking Vitamin B12 Injections
November 10, 2013 Problems Taking Vitamin B12 Injections
Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is a water-soluble vitamin that is necessary for red blood cell formation, brain function and DNA synthesis. B12 deficiency can lead to anemia and brain disorders from nerve damage. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH),…
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Child Bicycle Safety
Overview Bicycling is a fun, practical and generally healthy enterprise, but safety precautions must be observed to minimize risks. In 2007, an estimated 43,000 cyclists were injured in traffic, according to Helmets. Over 100 children age 15 and under were…
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Tips on Lifting Weights
November 10, 2013 Tips on Lifting Weights
Weightlifting serves many purposes, from keeping in shape to building and toning muscle. When done right, it can be an effective way to a healthy, attractive body. But if done incorrectly, it can lead to injury, fatigue and other complications….
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Problems Losing Weight
November 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Trying to lose weight can be one of the most frustrating tasks to take on. It takes willpower, discipline and sacrifice. Even after working hard all week to eat right and exercise, you can still step on the scale and…
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Has Anyone Had Side Effects With Wellbutrin?
November 10, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
People have had side effects from taking Wellbutrin. Wellbutrin (bupropion hydrochloride) is a prescription antidepressant medication used to help alleviate symptoms in patients with major depression. The medication works by regulating the amount of two chemicals (norepinephrine and dopamine) in…
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Tips on Skin Care Products
November 10, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Safe and effective cosmetic products are crucial to daily skin care. Performance, however, doesn’t always match up with manufacturers’ claims, and what works for one person won’t always be right for another skin type. The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)…
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Causes of Flatulence
Everyone gets flatulence. Certain practices avoid some causes of gas, an often unavoidable inconvenience. Many of the foods that produce gas in the digestive tract include healthy foods necessary in the diet to some degree. Some people may have more…
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Components of Hybrid Golf Clubs
Hybrid clubs, also called “utility clubs” are designed to provide golfers with the advantages of both woods and irons. Combining the consistency of irons and the forgiveness and playability of a wood, hybrid clubs have become preferred among numerous professional…
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4 Ways to Choose Low-Salt Foods
November 10, 2013 Diet & Nutrition
1. Check Food Labels Checking food labels for a product’s sodium content might be the easiest way to find low-salt food options. For a product to be considered low in sodium, the “percentage daily value” should be 5 percent or…
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Herbs That Cause Anxiety
November 10, 2013 Herbs That Cause Anxiety
Although some people look to alternative medicine and natural supplements as a means to combat anxiety, they should be aware that a few herbs on the market can induce worry as opposed to preventing it. Although the list of these…
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Doryx Medical Uses
Doryx is a trade name for doxycycline, a member of the tetracycline antibiotic drug group. Doxycycline is active against a variety of bacteria. It is useful for treating a diverse array of infections from acne to the plague. Some bacteria…
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Things to Help Babies Sleep Through the Night
New parents often feel exhausted, and they may easily wonder if their baby will ever sleep through the night. The good news is that, although there is considerable variation, it takes only a few weeks for babies to begin sleeping…
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Easy Waist Exercises
November 10, 2013 Easy Waist Exercises
Exercises that do not require people to have weight equipment or access to a gym can be just as effective for your waist as those that do. The muscles of the waist include the internal and external obliques, two of…
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Smart Shopping for Cancer Diet Foods
November 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Diet can go a long way in preventing cancer. Plant-food based nutrients, vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and antioxidants can protect you against cancers of mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, lung, pancreas and prostate by boosting your immunity and preventing cell damage. By…
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List of Exercises & the Calories Burned
November 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Fitness is broken down into three categories: aerobic capacity, strength and flexibility. There are exercises for each area and depending on the amount of energy expended or muscles used they burn different amounts of calories. Aerobic exercise burns more calories…
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4 Ways to Test for Oral Cancer
1. Discuss Your Risk and Early Warning Signs With Your Dentist or Doctor Your dentist is likely to be the first medical professional to spot signs that you may have a case of oral cancer. This happens most often when…
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Reasons That Women Grow Facial Hair
November 10, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
When women grow facial hair, it is often the sign of a condition known as hirsutism. Hirsutism is quite common, with an estimated one in 20 women affected at some point during her life, according to the American Academy of…
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Free Breast Enlargement Exercises
Breast enlargement can be achieved with pectoral (chest) exercises. A woman’s breasts are primarily fat tissue that rest on top of pectoral muscles. Training your pectoral muscles results in more muscle mass and a larger bust size. Lying Dumbbell Chest…
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