October 31, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Neutrogena Moisture Oil Free Formula for Sensitive Skin is an after shower moisturizer designed to work without clogging pores or irritating sensitive skin. Other than water, it has 19 ingredients that work in different ways to produce a product to…
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1. Stop All Other Medications Stevens-Johnson syndrome is sometimes caused by an allergic reaction to certain types of drugs. Its symptoms are similar to a lot of other skin infections: lesions, blisters, itching and redness. It may also include a…
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October 31, 2013 Herbal Supplements for Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes often affects adults around age 45 and older but is not limited to this group. Type 2 diabetes accounts for 90 percent to 95 percent of diabetes cases in the United States, according to the National Diabetes…
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Toothaches may come without warning. The primary cause of tooth pain is decay. Discomfort may also result from dental work, tooth extraction or gum disease. Infants and toddlers often suffer from difficult teething, which can produce great pain and distress….
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When a person has short-term memory loss, he has problems remembering recent events, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Some forgetfulness can occur with age, as more brain cells die as a person ages. But serious short-term memory…
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Native to southern Europe, the Mediterranean and China, agnus castus is derived from the chasteberry tree. According to Wright State University, agnus castus is one of the most ancient medicines and is used in modern medicine for the treatment of…
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October 31, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Some rely on instinct, others rely on pregnancy tests. Yet others wait for the most obvious sign—a missed period. What many women do not realize is that many symptoms of pregnancy begin within the first few weeks after conception—the weeks…
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Kids can catch as many as eight or more colds per year, says KidsHealth.org. The cold is most often caused by different strains of rhinoviruses. An illness caused by a virus is not treated with antibiotics because the virus must…
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Overview Essential oils have been used since 500 B.C. to improve health and feelings of wellness through olfactory gland stimulation. Using oils this way is known as aromatherapy, and there are a variety of applications of it throughout the world….
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October 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Gaining weight can help improve body image, athletic performance and health. For some, gaining weight is as challenging as is losing weight for others. A focused diet and exercise help encourage healthy weight gain through muscle, rather than fat. Increase…
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October 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Millions of Americans unsuccessfully fight the belly bulge battle every year. Each New Year’s, dieters sign up to lose weight in their gut, but lose the fight because your belly is one of the hardest places to shed weight….
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Type 2 diabetes is a complex disease characterized by a failure of insulin to remove sugar (glucose) from the bloodstream. Under healthy conditions, insulin interacts with body cell mechanisms that permit the passage of glucose out of blood circulation and…
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October 31, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Over 278,000 women have HIV, human immunodeficiency virus, in the United States, the March of Dimes states, and many are unaware that they’re positive for the virus. Drug treatment for HIV in pregnancy drastically reduces the risk of transmission to…
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All yoga postures tone some part of the body and give greater strength to your muscles. Yoga uses your body weight to connect breath and movement, which exercises the entire body. Certain poses focus on firming different parts. Warrior I…
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According to the American Heart Association, high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is the leading cause of stroke and a major cause of heart attack worldwide. People often associate headaches with high blood pressure, but hypertension is referred to…
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You may purchase Guaifenex (guaifenesin/phenylephrine/phenylpropanolamine) cough medicine over the counter (OTC) to help clear congestion and mucus from a cold. This expectorant helps ease breathing by thinning out and lubricating phlegm. The decongestants phenylpropanolamine and phenylephrine in Guaifenex constrict blood…
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Cancer refers to a potentially fatal disease in which cells within the body grow at a very rapid rate. The Mayo Clinic indicates that cancer symptoms include fatigue, a fever, difficulty swallowing, pain, a change in bladder or bowel habits…
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There are a slew of items you need to have ready when you bring a baby home from the hospital. Make the preparations during the pregnancy so that everything will be in place when the baby comes home. This way…
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1. Flush Out the Stones Kidney stones, small, rock-like lumps of minerals that can build up in your kidneys, will usually pass through your system on their own. To speed them along, drink several quarts of water per day. Use…
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Overview The adrenal glands are part of the endocrine system, which means that they make hormones. The adrenal glands are predominantly controlled by the pituitary, which is another gland in the endocrine system. The functionality of the adrenal glands can…
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October 31, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Alcohol addiction is a disease that spans a lifetime. Long-term abuse causes a physical dependence on alcohol and the need to drink more to achieve the desired outcome. When alcoholism goes untreated, negative health effects begin to occur. The…
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Pruritus ani is the medical term for rectal itch. The delicate skin of the anus, the outlet of the rectum, is subject to irritation and itching. Scratching only makes things worse and can lead to secondary infection. While it’s natural…
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October 31, 2013 Kayaking Gear List
The amount of gear you need for kayaking depends on the length of time you’ll be out on the river, if you are planning overnight stops, what kind of weather you’ll be encountering and your experience level. For all kayakers,…
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Human development is the process of becoming mature, both physically and emotionally. This process takes many years and a person goes through many different growth stages to reach adulthood, the final stage of development. Humans are complex beings and each…
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October 31, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview You can get acne just about anywhere on your body, but nowhere is it more troubling that on your face. After all, your face is what you present to the world and if you’re covered with pimples, it can…
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October 31, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Hives is the common name for the skin condition known as urticaria. Hives cause an itching sensation and are most often associated with individuals who are experiencing an allergic reaction. Hives are usually harmless and typically do not leave…
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Overview One-arm push-ups are the toughest push-ups you can do. As challenging as one-arm push-ups may be, you can do them by gradually building your core and upper-body strength. Push-ups with correct form directly engage your chest, shoulders and triceps…
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October 31, 2013 Children's Health
1. Ensure Your Child is Eating a High-Fat, High-Calorie Diet Children with cystic fibrosis (CF) require from 30 to 50 percent more calories than children without the disease in order to reach normal heights and weights. Feeding them can sometimes…
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Shooting a basketball may only take a split second, but shooting it well takes many hours of practice. Many different elements go into a quality basketball shot, including body alignment, a strong jump and proper contact with the ball. Get…
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Wheat germ, buried within the wheat berry, holds traces of a potent oil. Once extracted, it is known as wheat germ oil. According to Mary Enig, author of “Know Your Fats,” the oil contains a prized amount of vitamin E…
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