Acne is a fairly common skin disorder, however, many people underestimate the potential problems that acne can cause. The condition can be bad for your health, and lead to permanent skin damage. Acne is a very stubborn skin condition that can cause pain, discomfort, and embarrassment. To effectively reduce the complications and symptoms of the…
DetailsFunny thing happened today, I had a flashback to the days of suffering through an anxiety disorder and I made a very important distinction between how my thought process was then, compared to how my thought process is now. Back then I allowed people to show me how to think in my day to day…
DetailsDo you have a new band? There's nothing more memorable than your first gig. You should make a mark on your performance, so you'll get all the motivation you need for your gigs in the future. There are a lot of things to know about shows. You need to be aware of the place, the…
DetailsDogs affected by bacterial, fungal and viral infections may see some form of hormone changes that affect specific organisms by way of the bloodstream. The pituitary gland, adrenal and thyroid glands are the typical endocrine glands that affect the body of the dog. One endocrine dog health problem is Cushing's disease. What Is Cushing's Disease…
DetailsThe back is the workhorse of the human body. It carries the burden of the entire body and is responsible for almost every move you make. A back ache can be seen in people of any age group, however, it is more common in middle-aged people. Back pain can occur after a specific movement such…
DetailsIf you thought menstrual pains were challenging, think again. Pregnancy can be a challenging time in a woman's life and for the new mother-to-be, pregnancy can cause some stress but do not fret. You have a loving husband or partner / boyfriend and family and friends to help and support you through your nine months…
DetailsBMI stands for body mass index. It is a surrogate measure of the amount of fat in the body. It is widely used as a good indicator of body fat, and it is easy and convenient to use without incurring high costs. Using sophisticated methods to measure body fat requires highly trained personnel and expensive…
DetailsSquats 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…
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