Squats are one of the best exercises one can do both to gain muscle mass and lose weight at the same time. This is because it employs so many different muscle groups, and the muscles it does employ are the largest in the body. Squatting engages the quadriceps (thighs), calves, gluteus maximus and the lower…
DetailsDo you annoy people? Do you have a certain habit that really bears the heck out of family, friends, and associates? I have one relative who blows their nose at the dinner table every time they come over. Right in the middle of eating, out comes the handkerchief, and BAM, you know what's coming next.…
DetailsHave you ever watched the show MythBusters on the discovery channel? If you have not, the show is about a crew of "scientists" who investigate a variety of scenarios (usually taken from the movies) to see if they actually work in real life. They try to disprove the myths using scientific experiments. In the spirit…
DetailsIf you have tried every remedy to get to sleep, from cutting out caffeine to setting a bedtime routine, you may need to see your doctor, who can help to solve the mystery of the sleepless nights. Diagnosing sleep disorders in people is often a difficult thing for doctors to do, because everyone goes through…
DetailsIt is not rocket science to detect when you are suffering from diabetes. There are certain alerts one may use as a guide to detect this deadly infirmity. Among others here is the top eleven ways to rule out whether or not you are an increment in the ever so growing population of diabetics. 1.…
DetailsObesity is a national epidemic here in the United States. If you disagree with me go to any mall or place where there is a large amount of people. You will see that very few people are in shape, and many are out of shape and obese. The cause and effect of obesity can be…
DetailsIntake of adequate fluids has become very important as the dehydrating effect of heating needs to be over come and excess loss of moisture needs to be replaced. Simple daily routines, such as bathing and towel drying, may actually promote dry skin. You may wish to modify your bath routine to help preserve your skin's…
DetailsAre you frustrated with trying to find a dry skin relief lotion? The skin care industry realizes this and has taken action to create products that moisturize skin .. but do they work? Does the off-the-shelf dry skin lotion work for your dry skin patches – like your heels, elbows and knees? As we all…
DetailsWith all its snow covered, glistening beauty brings a need for some serious skin care because of the extreme cold and lack of humidity that it brings. While summertime usually offers the skin a natural moisture (to an extent), winter brings a natural dryness. It is important to counteract winters dry, scaly skin in order…
DetailsBody image confusion running amuck? A seemingly “perfectionist” orientation to the smallest details? When does this apparent detail-and-goal orientation by your child “cross the danger line” into obsessive compulsive behavior and accompanying teen eating disorder? Eating disorders, and their deeper complex of potential causes, constitute the greatest mortality risk of our present crop of diagnosed…
DetailsIn treating insomnia, it's advisable that you change the behavior of your sleep. Getting the perfect cure requires a series of step by step procedures to help you find the rest you need. Sometimes, people with insomnia use cures with negative side effects and other problems. The reason is that people with insomnia often feel…
DetailsWalking around town for an extended amount of time is tiresome for just about anyone. By the end of the day your toes are cramped your back is stiff and your feet feel bruised as a peach. However, feeling this tired simply from walking is a rare occurrence-that is otherwise, you live in New York…
DetailsHigh blood pressure is a huge problem in the United States and affects nearly 30% of adults aged 18 and over. It’s a major risk factor for heart disease, although it can generally be managed through making lifestyle changes and through taking prescribed medications. However, a recent study discovered that treating gum disease or periodontal…
DetailsSymptoms – Early stomach cancer tend to show no symptoms at all; however, as the cancer begins to grow, notable symptoms begin to appear. These may include: 1. A general sensation of discomfort or pain in the area of the stomach. 2. Feeling full or bloated even after a small meal. 3. Difficulty in swallowing…
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