Overview Adding a spouse to your existing health insurance policy can become necessary after marriage, job loss, or change of employment. Typically, changes to a policy may be made only once a year during a period typically known as “open…
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Most healthy relationships have several things in common. The ability to communicate in an honest and open manner, while remaining flexible and having the wisdom to compromise, and having a positive sense of self and valuing yourself as an individual…
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Healing herbs have been utilized for thousands of years to treat a variety of illnesses and ailments from the common cold to cancer. Many of the most common herbs may be grown in backyard gardens, or individuals may purchase them…
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According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, dissociative symptoms may occur in Acute Stress Disorder that is diagnosed when a person suffered an overwhelming psychological shock. Dissociation may occur during and after the shock. The mind of…
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Overview Reflexologists believe the foot is like a map of the body, and that manually stimulating certain parts of the foot will affect a corresponding region of the body. According to Barbara and Kevin Kunz, co-directors of Reflexology Research, the…
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The need for sleep is one thing that all people have in common. No one can deny the power and importance of sleep. Inability to get a proper night’s sleep can have a negative effect on your health and well-being….
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Colloidal silver (CS) is a general term referring to a suspension of silver particles in water that do not readily fall out of solution. Silver atoms are released into a solution by running electrical current through silver rods in water,…
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Overview Self-esteem can have a great impact on children’s growth and development. However, parents may be unaware of how their interactions encourage or inhibit self-esteem. By changing the tone and focus of parent-child interactions, as well as listening carefully to…
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The combination of two generically named drugs—salicylate and acetaminophen—is sold in the United States under a variety of brand names including Durabac. Acetaminophen is an analgesic, meaning it is used to treat pain symptoms, as well as to help lower…
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Overview Essential oils are a natural alternative to harsh chemicals often used in cleaning. They are used in the practice of aromatherapy for therapeutic purposes. The majority of essential oils possess the properties effective in cleaning, although some are more…
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Licorice root is used in herbal remedies for a variety of reasons, including liver purification, adrenal support and ulcer treatment. Unfortunately, the benefits of using licorice root can come with unwanted side effects. Glycyrrhizin, the compound in licorice thought to…
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Overview Everyone experiences pain at some point in their life. Yet some people experience chronic pain, a long-lasting, complicated type of pain that can be absolutely debilitating. People suffer from chronic pain from a variety of reasons, such as nervous…
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Overview According to the Migraine Research Foundation, migraine headaches are debilitating and affect over 36 million people in the United States alone. In addition, migraine ranks in the top 20 of the world’s most disabling medical conditions. There are hundreds…
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Reflexology is a massage technique utilized by practitioners throughout the world. Depending on their geographical location, reflexologists may or may not be required to possess a license, or even a formal education in order to practice. In some areas, a…
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When you aren’t able to get to the spa, using the products in your own home for pampering treatment can be equally relaxing. Many spas sell their products for customer home use, and some products are helpful for continuing maintenance…
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Homeopathy employs the use of highly diluted amounts of substances derived from plants and minerals in order to assist the body in healing itself. Homeopathic pharmaceutical companies prepare these remedies based on rigorous standards. Specific remedies are chosen based on…
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Jon Kabat-Zinn, author of “Full Catastrophe Living,” founded the first medically-based stress reduction program in the United States which uses meditation as its foundational treatment. Established in 1995, The Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society at the…
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Bupropion XR is a medication used for the treatment of depression, seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, and may be used to help people stop smoking. Bupropion XR is an extended release formula, which means the medication is released slowly over…
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Overview Couples seek marriage counseling for a variety of reasons, according to the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. Marital problems include issues such as communication problems, substance abuse and extramarital affairs. A counselor can lead the way to…
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Overview Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinuses that can cause painful headaches and tenderness in the face. To help decongest the sinuses and relieve the inflammation, there are a number of aromatic herbs that you can use in an…
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Overview The liver is the largest internal organ in your body. It is a very complex, vital organ that has many functions. Some include breaking down fats from the foods you consume and filtering out disease-causing toxins from your bloodstream….
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Overview To some people, just the image of a warm glass of milk comforting one to sleep at night can create drowsiness.The drowsiness caused by that warm glass of milk may be caused by some factors that might surprise some…
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Overview Ayurveda has a 5,000-year history and is considered to be the oldest healing science by many scholars. This holistic health-care approach is meant to help people live healthy and well-balanced lives. Ayurvedic theory is based on the belief that…
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One of the greatest risks to your child is injury–serious or fatal–during a car crash. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), injuries from motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for American children. When…
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Overview Few parts of the female anatomy attract as much attention as the breasts. The centuries have seen the ideal female body undergo a myriad of transformations, but the breasts remain the focal point. Many women who find themselves uncomfortable…
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Kidney function is vital to remove toxins and waste from the body. Keeping that system working properly and bacteria-free makes the body healthier and more able to do its complex jobs. Natural herbs for the kidneys can help in being…
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According to experts at the Mayo Clinic, positive thinking lowers stress levels and improves physical and psychological well-being. While more studies are needed to establish definitive connections between positive thinking and health, the Mayo Clinic reports that current research links…
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Borage oil is a source of gamma-linolenic acid, an essential fatty acid and precursor of prostaglandins. According to Brigham and Women’s Hospital, prostaglandins are found naturally in all bodily tissues, act as local hormones, and have anti-inflammatory properties in the…
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Overview Credit cards can be used for a variety of purposes. For example, some consumers use them for cash advances, while others provide the account number to sign up for trial memberships or other services. The most common use is…
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Overview A plethora of unseen toxins surrounds us each day. Rachel Carson, biologist and author of “Silent Spring”, warned us in 1962 of many of the toxins that can mimic hormones and cause problems in our bodies. DDT, a chemical…
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