Overview Joint pain, also known as arthritis or arthralgia, is a blanket term used to describe any form of discomfort in the joints. Joint pain can range from mild to severe. It may be caused by a number of factors,…
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Overview Finding yourself in the position of being unable to pay a credit card bill can be scary and lead to feelings of panic and despair. For some, avoidance is a standard response. This is not a good idea and…
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Valerian is an herb that has been used since ancient times to treat insomnia, anxiety and nervousness, as well as related stomach ailments. The root is typically used for medicinal purposes, often made into dried powder to make teas and…
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Overview If you’ve fallen behind on your American Express bill or are simply tired of throwing away money each month on interest and fees, debt settlement may be one option for eliminating your debt quickly. Debt settlement allows you to…
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Overview Cardboard is the largest component of waste in municipal dumps. More than 90 percent of consumer products in the United States are shipped in cardboard, making it one of the most important items to recycle. Corrugated cardboard and paperboard…
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Many different herbal supplements are helpful in treating allergy symptoms. Sometimes herbal supplements may be more desirable than over-the-counter or prescription allergy medications because the herbs have fewer side-effects or are gentler on the stomach. Always consult a doctor before…
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Overview If you’ve fallen behind on your credit card debt, one option creditors have to recover what’s owed is to obtain a judgment against you so they can initiate a wage garnishment. Under the terms of the judgment, the garnishment…
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When used as directed, milk thistle is generally safe and associated with few side effects. However, this popular liver-supporting herb can cause disruptions ranging from mild to severe, particularly when it is used in excess. Anyone who is taking medication,…
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Eyebright (Euphrasia officinalis) is an herb that’s used internally and externally to treat eye conditions, such as conjunctivitis/blepharitis and irritated eyes. The entire eyebright plant is used medicinally in making teas or tinctures that are either ingested or used in…
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Silymarin, the primary medicinal component of the herb milk thistle, is a popular natural treatment for liver diseases including cirrhosis and hepatitis. Like all pharmacologically active herbal products, silymarin and milk thistle can cause side effects. The side effects of…
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Overview Most people get nervous and anxious from time to time, but when your anxiety gets in the way of your everyday life, it may be a more serious problem. If you have persistent anxiety that causes problems with your…
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Overview Before using clove oil, you must first determine what type of clove oil you are dealing with. Clove oil can come from any of three different parts of the tree, and each has a different chemical makeup. Water distilling…
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Milk thistle, known scientifically as Silybum marianum, is an herb that has been used for centuries as an aid to treat ailments associated with the liver and gallbladder, and it is still commonly used as a supplement to promote liver…
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Overview Like many other resources, water can be recycled. Several different options for water recycling exist. While some require large water treatment facilities or other specialized equipment, others require little to no equipment and can be done at home. Definition…
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In the Melaleuca family of oils, some oils are used frequently, such as tea tree, clove and eucalyptus, and others are used less frequently, including cajeput. Steam distillation of the cajeput tree’s leaves and twigs produces a strong medicinal-smelling oil…
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Overview An annuity is an investment contract between a person and an insurance or financial services company whereby the person pays periodic cash installments to the company in exchange for guaranteed monetary disbursements in the future. The two basic types…
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An IRA certificate of deposit is a type of pre-tax investment vehicle intended for retirement. Because the funds will be held long-term, the interest rate on an IRA CD is often higher than that of a regular CD. The Internal…
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Overview Stress and anxiety are two conditions that are often used interchangeably, but are in fact very different from one another. If you feel as though you have a mentally taxing condition and are looking for the correct way to…
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Overview Aromatherapy has the power to create specific moods and to evoke profound feelings of calm, peace and tranquility during times of stress. Essential oils can also be used to bring about an uplifted or energized mood or to release…
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Overview Whether you are buying a new or used treadmill, you will have several different choices regarding your method of payment, many of which involve the withdrawal of funds from your checking account. Paying through a checking account transfers the…
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According to traditional Chinese herbal medicine the kidneys are the “ocean of the body,” and as they are associated with the water principal, it is believed that they are the primal area where the body’s essence is stored. When the…
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Overview Personal development is the art of reaching your full potential in all areas of your life using the resources that are available to you. Although traditional psychology has focused on curing mental illness, modern personal development philosophy focuses on…
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Amitriptyline is an antidepressant that alters certain chemicals in the brain to treat symptoms of anxiety and depression. The National Institutes of Health add that amitriptyline is also used to treat headaches and pain from shingles. As with all medications,…
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Overview Despite some minor variations from one state to another, custody laws in the United States largely are the same, according to “Nolo’s Essential Guide to Divorce” by Emily Doskow. Custodial fathers possess certain rights associated with being designated the…
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Menopause marks the permanent cessation of menstruation and the ability to conceive a child, according to the Mayo Clinic. A number of uncomfortable symptoms can occur during this period of a woman’s life. Some of the more common signs of…
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The herb rosemary, or Rosmarinus officinalis, is a commonly used spice in a wide range of cuisine around the world, but it’s also a widely used medicinal remedy. You can ingest rosemary leaves, powdered and liquid extract, alcohol tinctures and…
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Rosemary’s flavor and aroma make it a popular culinary herb, but uses for essential oil of rosemary go beyond the kitchen. The refreshing, pine-like scent alone may help reduce anxiety. Rosemary oil’s apparent ability to stimulate circulation when massaged on…
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The kidneys are powerful chemical factories, with the major function of removing waste products and excess fluid from the body through the urine, according to the National Kidney Foundation. Some other functions of the kidneys include balancing body fluids and…
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Overview The term “bergamot” can refer either to the colorful, fragrant Monarda herb or to the oil derived from the yellow bergamot fruit grown in southern Italy. Both bergamots are fragrant, and both can be used to treat various ailments….
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Cinnamon is a great ingredient to spice up everything from home-baked sugar cookies to an artfully decorated latte. It’s also used so often in dental products like toothpastes and mouthwash that you can easily stop noticing its flavor or aroma….
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