Cold Sores and the Herpes Simplex Virus Cold sores indicate that you've been infected by the herpes simplex type 1 virus (aka "HSV-1"), although it is possible, although rare, that those cold sores were caused by the type 2 strain ("HSV-2" ), usually the strain that causes genital herpes. Both strains are capable of infecting…
DetailsIt must be noted at the outside that teenaged depression can often be missed or misunderstood as part and parcel of being a teen. After all, teens are moody creatures, are not they? Yes teens do have mood changes. Depression in teens is much different than the usual mood swings. There are warning signs that…
DetailsVery little progress is possible in dealing with anxiety panic attack and agoraphobia without addressing diet. In fact many professionals believe that addressing diet is the total cure for overcoming panic and anxiety. However, I'v learned that other factors such as personality, understanding the general adaptation syndrome, methods of dealing with disappointment, understanding the difference…
DetailsOne of the most necessary ingredients for good health is a good night’s sleep. It’s as important to our wellbeing as a healthy diet and exercise. Unfortunately a lot of people today are not getting the rest they need. This may be because they are busy and trying to create more time by cutting down on…
DetailsThe first symptom of a toenail fungus infection is discoloration of the nail. The symptoms of a nail infection will vary depending on the type and severity of the infection. Nail fungus infections, also known as onychomyscosis, account for about half of all nail disorders. They can be difficult to treat and repeated infections are…
DetailsTrue love hurts. They had dated for two years. He introduced her to her first kiss. He wed someone else. She had a dowry. It has now been twenty years. The aches linger still. It is frustrating, heart-wrenching, painful. she loves him. Thoughts of him consume her at night, when she wakes, the first thoughts…
DetailsThe largest single cost to employers is unproductive labor. This manifests itself through inefficiencies and poor controls of time management as well as through lost work time due to workplace injuries, primarily back pain. According to the US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, sprains and strains, resulting in back pain, account for 43…
DetailsCinnamon is considered one of the oldest spices and unsurpassed ingredient in the kitchen. It has a very pleasant smell and taste and is used as an addition to fruit salads, pies, and other desserts. Many people like the coffee that sprinkled with a little cinnamon, because it gets a special flavor. It may also…
DetailsWhat do people picture when they think of robots? Do they think of CP3O or R2D2, both of which could communicate and move around? How about one like the exterminate ones in The Terminator? They were not only life like they could out think humans. They had tools built right into their arms and hands…
DetailsFinding out how to stop fluid retention is of paramount importance for many people. Many sufferers of edema or fluid retention are hobbled on a daily basis by their condition. A hand, arm or stomach that is swollen with retained fluids or water can be painful; it can be hard to wear rings, bracelets, shoes…
DetailsThis computer program teaches the times tables in a fun and engaging way for young mathematicians – and non-mathematicians! It's like something they would play on Nintendo or Game Boy … but on this game, you need to answer the questions correctly (times tables) in order to get the golden key and advance to the…
DetailsRegardless of race or age, dogs will feel the full winter season. It is your duty as the owner, to help him overcome the discomfort of winter, giving him attention and special care. So why the dog is shaking, is it because he is cold or exhausted? This can have many explanations, but the most…
DetailsIf you suffer from asthma, you are familiar with the sudden sunset of coughing, that tight feeling in your chest and how hard it can be to get your breath when something triggers an attack. Understanding what type of asthma you have can help you control, or even eliminate your attacks. The first symptoms of…
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