Author Archive: Contributor
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May 4, 2015
Fitness
Having a firm, flat stomach will make you feel more attractive and confident; however, there are no quick-fix solutions that will give you flat abs. You can’t get flat abs with just stomach exercises. You have to firm the fat…
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May 4, 2015
Living Well
An uncontested divorce is one for which the court has minimal, if any, role in deciding the terms of the divorce. Many states have simplified and expedited procedures for such divorces. In a contested divorce, you and your spouse are…
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May 4, 2015
Diabetes
Diabetes affects the way the body produces or utilizes insulin, a hormone used in converting sugars and carbohydrates into energy. While people with diabetes can consume most any food, as long as portion control and blood glucose levels are monitored…
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May 4, 2015
Living Well
Policosanol, which is also called octacosanol, is a natural supplement used to treat symptoms of high cholesterol, heart disease and Parkinson’s disease in affected patients. The use of this sugar cane extract has been studied in clinical trials but its…
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May 4, 2015
Fitness
Ab slings are durable nylon supports that get fastened to a pull-up bar for ab exercises. When using these tools, your upper arms are placed into the slings while you grip the top part of the slings with your hands….
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May 4, 2015
Health
When you get a toothache, you might not be able to see your dentist immediately, and you will need to turn to home remedies. The Mayo Clinic recommends rinsing your mouth with warm water, using dental floss to remove any…
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May 4, 2015
Diseases & Health Conditions
Distractibility and inattention are just two of the childhood symptoms of ADD, also known as ADHD. In 2000, ADHD became the standard diagnosis for what used to be two separate diagnoses of ADD and ADHD. Within ADHD, there are three…
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May 4, 2015
Health
Overview Bladder infections are the result of bacteria traveling up through the urethra and colonizing the bladder. If not properly treated, a bladder infection can ascend into the kidneys, resulting in a condition known a pyelonephritis. These bacterial kidney infections…
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May 4, 2015
Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Approximately half a million people suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. While this condition affects some children and teenagers, most of the people with SAD are adults. Learning about SAD can help…
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May 4, 2015
Health
Chronic renal (kidney) disease refers to conditions that cause damage to the kidney and prevent proper kidney function. As renal disease worsens, severe complications may develop, such as high blood pressure (hypertension), anemia (low blood count), reduced nutritional wellness and…
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May 4, 2015
Fitness
Your stomach muscles support your back every day. Strengthening these muscle groups will flatten the appearance of your stomach while helping to support your back. Stronger stomach muscles will also help you to avoid back injuries in the future. There…
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May 4, 2015
Health
The human ankle consists of three joints: the talocrural joint (a hinge joint formed by the distal fibula and tibula and the talus), the inferior tibiofibular joint (a strong joint between the lower tibia and fibula), and the subtalar joint…
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May 4, 2015
Health
The bone marrow is a tissue inside flat, irregular-shaped bones and the long bones. There is yellow bone marrow and red bone marrow. Yellow, only found in the long bones of adults, contains fat cells. Red bone marrow contains stem…
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May 4, 2015
Living Well
Your lymphatic system is a key part of your immune system, transporting immune cells throughout your body. The lymphatic system also carries away cellular waste, including environmental toxins and dead cells. Cleansing the lymphatic system of that debris can result…
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May 4, 2015
Skincare & Beauty
Skin on the elbows can become dark because the skin in that area often is stretched and rubbed against fabrics. The friction, combined with dirt in the skin folds, dries out and darkens the skin. Conditions such as ichthyosis vulgaris,…
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May 4, 2015
Living Well
Lavender essential oil has numerous uses in aromatherapy. It is commonly used to invoke feelings of relaxation and stress relief, and it may also be helpful in alleviating some of the symptoms of depression and anxiety. Lavender oil can also…
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May 4, 2015
Fitness
Adults need not let age slow their minds, with a number of brain exercises available that will keep you as sharp-witted as the children in your life. Some of these games require you to think back to younger days as…
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May 4, 2015
Fitness
Achieving that ripped stomach seems to be on every person’s mind, especially when summertime rolls around. Of course, training the abdominals, especially the lower abdominals, can seem daunting because several exercises claim to be the best. One of the hardest…
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May 4, 2015
Diseases & Health Conditions
Autism is a developmental disorder that develops early in life and causes behavioral and learning problems that are usually permanent. The National Autistic Society states that autism affects a child’s ability to speak, interact with others and participate in regular…
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Contributor
May 4, 2015
Weight Management
Approximately one-third of American adults and children are obese, according to organizations like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and publications like the Journal of the American Medical Association. This has led to a multi-billion dollar weight-loss industry, hawking…
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May 4, 2015
Diseases & Health Conditions
Sinus pressure may cause headaches and the feeling of pressure behind the eyes. Sinus pain may occur as a result of sinusitis, which causes the nasal passages to swell and prevents mucus from draining. If you are suffering from sinus…
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May 4, 2015
Skincare & Beauty
A sinus infection occurs when the openings of the sinus become clogged by mucus. In this mucus, germs and bacteria can easily grow, causing an infection. Sinus infections can occur due to allergies or a cold—or they may even develop…
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May 4, 2015
Sports & Recreation
Bass fish are a popular target among fisherman due to their widespread presence in many water environments. They are an abundant species throughout the world and fishing clubs are available that focus on catching this fish. Lakes of all kinds,…
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May 4, 2015
Living Well
Overview Jojoba is well known for its use in cosmetic skincare. However, jojoba also a number of other properties and benefits which are utilized in aromatherapy. Jojoba is extracted from a plant which is native to the southwest region of…
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May 4, 2015
Diseases & Health Conditions
Diarrhea, a condition characterized by frequent, loose, watery stools, allows the body to rid itself of toxins and foreign substances. In a normal digestive system, food remains in liquid form until it reaches the colon, where the body absorbs most…
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May 4, 2015
Skincare & Beauty
Overview As skin ages, it undergoes changes that affect its appearance. Although some of these changes are influenced by factors such as smoking and excessive exposure to sun—with heredity playing a role as well—the fact is that facial wrinkles, along…
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May 4, 2015
Fitness
According to the American Diabetes Association, the purpose of warming-up is to ready your skeletal muscles, heart and lungs for a progressive increase in exercise intensity. A well-rounded and effective gym warm-up typically incorporates the following activities: Low-intensity aerobic activity,…
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May 4, 2015
Skincare & Beauty
Overview Bald spots are an annoying and unfortunate condition that strikes millions of Americans every year. Male or female, young or old, all kinds of people can suffer from baldness and therefore have the desire to regrow the hair on…
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May 4, 2015
Health
Overview A series of graphs developed at Washington State University illustrates how bone density declines with age. Bone density loss may cause balance problems, falls and osteoporosis. Numerous studies performed at the University of Arizona and the University of Michigan…
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May 4, 2015
Living Well
Overview Before filing for bankruptcy you must understand the impact on your overall financial portfolio. In considering the benefits to be gained from bankruptcy, you need to consider how it impacts everything from your home to life insurance. The U.S….
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