November 9, 2013 About Using Flaxseed Oil for Prostate Cancer
Overview One in six men in the United States is affected by prostate cancer during their lifetime, according to a December 2008 article in the journal “Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers and Prevention”. Flaxseed oil has been promoted since the 1950s as…
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November 9, 2013 Home Remedies for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
People with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) experience bothersome symptoms such as abdominal pain or cramping, gas, diarrhea and constipation. These symptoms occur when the muscles in the colon contract at an irregular pace. Dietary changes, as well as better relaxation…
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November 9, 2013 Kundalini Yoga Breathing Exercises
According to Yogi Bhajan, founder of 3HO (Healthy, Happy, Holy Organization) and pioneer of kundalini in the West, breath is the foundation of kundalini yoga practice. Bhajan teaches that the most positive changes you can make in your life is…
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November 9, 2013 Master Cleanser Instructions
Overview The Master Cleanser, also known as the “Master Cleanse” or “Lemonade Diet,” is a fasting program based on the book of the same name by Stanley Burroughs. The plan was created as a way for individuals to remove toxins…
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1. Understand What Hospice Care Entails Hospice care is not for everybody. Even elderly people who can no longer care for themselves may not make good candidates for hospice care if they have special medical issues or lack the funds…
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November 9, 2013 Mental Health
1. A Vicious Cycle of Control One of the causes of bulimia is the lack of control people feel in their lives. So they purge themselves in order to feel that they have control over at least one thing. Other…
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November 9, 2013 Children's Health
1. Choose Your Battles As the parent of a child with ADHD, you’re not going to have the time, energy or strength to take your child to task for his each and every bad behavioral habit. One of the most…
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Methadone is a prescription narcotic (opiate) medication indicated to help reduce moderate to severe pain. This medication can also be used to help drug treatment patients overcome narcotic addictions. Take this medication only as prescribed by your doctor as this…
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November 9, 2013 Which Exercise Equipment Works for Losing Weight?
Exercise can help you lose weight by burning calories and by building calorie-burning muscle. Choose a modality that you like, so you are more likely to stick with an exercise routine. If you belong to a fitness center, consider using…
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Cervical cancer refers to a potentially fatal condition in which cervical cells grow at an abnormal rate. According to The Cleveland Clinic, signs of cervical cancer include pelvic pain, pain with urination, weight loss and a poor appetite. In some…
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November 9, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Bodybuilding supplements can be downright confusing. Every other week a new product comes on the market claiming to have changed everything. The truth often gets buried beneath flashy marketing and deceptive before and after photos. Do your research and follow…
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November 9, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Many women experience a dark upper lip discoloration at some point in their life. It is most commonly caused by a change in hormones or sun exposure. Some women experience only a discoloration on their upper lip and others get…
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Methylsulfonylmethane–more commonly referred to as MSM–is a type of complementary and alternative medicine (supplement) indicated for the treatment of pain and inflammation caused by osteoarthritis. This supplement is not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and should only…
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November 9, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
5-Hour Energy is a 2-oz. liquid “energy shot,” as advertised by manufacturer Living Essentials. It contains caffeine along with four B vitamins, three amino acids and the nutrients malic acid, glucuronolactone and citicoline. The product is designed to give people…
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The areas of your upper back and abs may count as only two body parts, but each area consists of multiple muscles. The upper back comprises the trapezius (traps), rhomboids, posterior deltoids (rear shoulders), infraspinatus and teres major. The ab…
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November 9, 2013 Senior Health
Atomoxetine is a prescription medication indicated to help control impulsive and hyperactive behavior in children and adults with attention-deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This medication works by increasing the level of a specific chemical responsible for behavior control–called norepinephrine–within the…
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1. Understand Hemorrhoids Most hemorrhoids are benign in origin and often result from straining during a bowel movement or from pregnancy. Hemorrhoids are actually columns of cells infused by veins, but when that blood supply is cut off or otherwise…
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November 9, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions. Although more commonly seen in times of hormonal imbalance, such as during puberty, pregnancy or menopause, acne can occur at anytime and anywhere on the skin where sebacious glands are located….
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Strengthening the muscles of the forearms can have a rather drastic effect on many exercises, most notably pulling exercises. Because a strong grip is required to do pulling exercises like pull-ups, rows and dead lifts, the forearms are heavily involved…
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Corns on feet have a simple cause: ill-fitting footwear. Integrative physician Andrew Weil explains that corns—known in medical terms as hyperkeratoses (thickening) of the skin—form because shoes are either too tight or too loose. Tight footwear squeezes toes, and shoes…
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Your hip and legs work together to stabilize and balance your body during movement and produce force during many athletic activities. Your buttocks and legs work with other hip muscles to extend the hip and leg in movements such as…
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November 9, 2013 Senior Health
Overview Maitake mushrooms, also known as Hen of the Woods, have the Latin name Grifola frondosa, and are native to Europe, Asia and the eastern United States. Their fruiting season is autumn to early winter, when they can be found…
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If your fitness goal is to bulk up, you probably know that you should be eating lots of calories and training with weights. What you may not know is that the exercises you choose will have an important effect on…
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November 9, 2013 What Are the Earliest Symptoms of Pregnancy?
Women who are trying to conceive often wish to detect a pregnancy as soon as possible. Many women experience symptoms at the beginning of their pregnancy, which may provide clues to the changes going on within their bodies. Symptoms vary…
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November 9, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Unpleasant body odor can impair a person’s social and work life. In most cases, a person’s odor will be reduced or disappear after bathing and the use of an antiperspirant or deodorant. But body odor sometimes persists despite those efforts….
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November 9, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Interpreting the results on a home pregnancy test can be much more difficult than identifying one line or two. Blood pregnancy tests are the most accurate method for determining pregnancy although home pregnancy tests provide convenience and privacy. Despite the…
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Many abdominal exercises can be done at home, but if you want to add extra challenge or variety to your workouts, pick up some equipment that can help diversify your exercise routine. Fitness Ball A fitness ball can add to…
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Multiple sclerosis is caused by damage to a protective covering that surrounds nerve cells called the myelin sheath. Nerve impulses are slowed or stopped. Researchers are not sure what triggers the damage, but it could be a virus or genetic…
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Back pain can be caused by poor posture, weak core muscles and muscle imbalances. Strengthening the muscles of your core and your hamstrings will help improve your posture and support your spine, reducing back pain. Working out with a balance…
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Overview Domestic violence affects more people than you might realize. In a 2004 Allstate Foundation poll, 74 percent of respondents said that they or someone they knew was affected by domestic violence. It’s a problem that costs three women their…
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