Using meditation to enhance or induce restful sleep simply requires a state of deep relaxation. Meditation techniques that cultivate mindfulness are especially effective to reduce the stress, anxiety and restlessness that prohibits sleep. Mindfulness is the quality of being fully…
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Overview Debt that is out of control can take over your life and make it difficult to pay your bills and enjoy everyday events. If you are faced with one or more credit cards that have high balances and the…
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There are many supplements available that claim to enhance your figure, physique, performance or health. The best ones are backed with independent studies that confirm the claims of the manufacturers. Workout supplements can be beneficial and boost your exercise performance,…
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October 31, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Hair loss is caused by environmental, medical or hormonal reasons. If hair loss is caused by a medical condition, then it can be treated. Environmental conditions such as styling treatments, topical scalp treatments or even stress cause hair loss that…
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1. Consider Family History While researchers are still looking for the underlying genes that cause ADD and ADHD, they know that, when a child is diagnosed with an attention deficit disorder, there is a good chance the disorder is present…
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Overview Rosemary oil is a popular essential oil that has been used since ancient times. It is distilled from rosemary leaves, and contains more than two dozen antioxidants. Rosemary reportedly grows more in England than anywhere else in the world….
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that is characterized by recurring attacks on the central nervous system, brain, spinal cord, and eyes. Processes that cause the symptoms of MS include demyelination, the process in which the outermost layer of…
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October 31, 2013 Mental Health
Tossing and turning, laying awake at night and constantly struggling to get to sleep can not only be hard on your mind, it can take a toll on your body. There may be a myriad of reasons why you can’t…
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Several swimming strokes are used in swimming competitions. Each stroke requires different skills and different movements of the body. Learning the swimming strokes can help you become an accomplished swimmer. Dog Paddle While not a competitive swimming stroke, the dog…
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October 31, 2013 Types of Acne Skin Conditions
Acne, affecting up to 85 percent of adolescents and a total of 50 million Americans, is the country’s most prevalent skin condition, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Some of these people also have to cope with the difficult-to-treat…
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October 31, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
There are numerous ways in which you can remove hair from your chin. Many of the least expensive options provide temporary results, while more costly procedures offer long-term or even permanent hair removal. Regardless of your preference, most options work…
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Normally, muscular contractions of the bowel are rhythmic and coordinated, facilitating the movement of food and waste materials. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is characterized by irregular and uncoordinated motility of the intestines. Accumulated material traps gas, stools, and toxins causing…
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Whether you’re teaching a toddler, teenager or grown adult how to swim, it’s always fun to watch someone learn a new skill. Some swimming tips can help make the learning process comfortable and fun for a student. Establish Comfort Zone…
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October 31, 2013 Children's Health
1. Evaluate Drug Functions There are a few different drug classes to choose from when treating attention deficit symptoms. Psychostimulants are the most frequently prescribed attention deficit drugs. They are used to boost concentration, control inattention and improve focus. Ritalin,…
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Overview The best way to get in shape for pull-ups is to practice them. You can use a spotter, which is someone to help push you up, perform upper body strength exercises, or use a gravitron and other machines to…
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October 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Water retention (edema) can be uncomfortable and in some cases, embarrassing, but it need not be permanent. By increasing your activity level and making basic dietary changes, you will resume your normal weight in no time. Keep in mind that…
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October 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Musclemilk is a milk-based protein drink manufactured by Cytosport. It comes in several forms, including a powder (to be mixed with water) and bottled ready-to-drink beverages. It is rich in milk-based proteins, yet is lactose free. Musclemilk is vitamin…
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October 31, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Many birth control options are available for women who are breastfeeding. These include birth control pills containing progestin only, the birth control shot, barrier methods, an intrauterine device and the withdrawal method. The birth control option you choose depends on…
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Power bands are tools for strength training your wrists or other body parts that technically fall under the category of free weights but are different from dumbbells, kettlebells, barbells and medicine balls. Most free weights come in a particular weight,…
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Heart disease is the number one killer in the United States, according to the American Heart Association. Heart disease can include atherosclerosis, coronary artery disease, angina, heart attack, cardiomyopathy and congestive heart failure. The risk factors for all forms of…
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October 31, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Darkened or discolored patches of skin, sometimes called age spots or liver spots, are the result of exposure to the sun. The Mayo Clinic reports that these dark spots develop “very slowly” over years of exposure to the sun or…
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October 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Maintaining healthy lungs is essential to maintaining a good quality of life. There are foods that you can include in your diet that have been found to maintain and even improve the health of your lungs. A study by researchers…
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Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive and fatal condition affecting the brain–a disease for which there is no cure. Fisher Center For Alzheimer’s Research Foundation states that the FDA currently has five drugs approved to help relieve the symptoms of this…
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October 31, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Spending limited amounts of time in the sun is important for the production of vitamin D. The body is incapable of producing this vitamin on its own, even though it has many important functions in your body, such as…
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October 31, 2013 Mental Health
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a potentially debilitating condition that affects 2.2 million American adults, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. A person with OCD feels as though they are being held captive by irrational thoughts and impulses. These…
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Many people fight the battle of the bulging back. Some complain about the lower-back rolls spilling over their jeans, and women often search for the perfect bra that does not accentuate any upper-back folds. Finding the perfect clothing that best…
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1. Cope With a Minor Case of Viral Meningitis If you were lucky enough to get your meningitis diagnosis promptly and you’re suffering from a mild case of the viral form of the disease, you’ll probably be directed to manage…
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Muscular strength and endurance are vital components in the pursuit of a healthy mind and body. A well-rounded fitness program should include a focus on both methods for sustainable changes in body composition, cardiovascular health and injury prevention. Health A…
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The American Cancer Society describes tamoxifen as a drug that interferes with estrogen activity. It’s one of the many medications used to treat breast cancer. But unlike the drugs used in chemotherapy, tamoxifen does nothing to damage the abnormal cells…
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October 31, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview When the U.S. Food and Drug Administration cleared the first laser device for hair removal in 1995, the procedure of laser hair removal quickly became desirable among women looking for a more long-term way to address problem hair growth….
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