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A Head Start for Preemies

A head start for preemies: Importance of early intervention One of the most heart-wrenching and challenging experiences that parents can face is having a premature baby. Preterm birth, defined as the birth of a baby before 37 weeks of pregnancy, aff...

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Obese Mice More Likely To Die Of Influenza Infection

Obese Mice More Likely To Die Of Influenza Infection by: Dr. John Roberts A study suggested that obese people may be more likely to die of influenza infection. In the study, 35 mice were fed a high-fat, high sugar diet for five months making the...

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Dr. Rai is Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Dr. Rai is Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support by: Sara Goldstein Dr. Rai, a board certified ASPS Texas plastic surgeon (http://www.dallas-cosmetic-surgery.com), received certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support at the Annual Meetin...

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What Is an Essential Fat?

What Is an Essential Fat?  by: David Snape You may have heard that essential fats are an important aspect to maintaining the health of your body. But what exactly are they? Basically, there are two truly essential fatty acids, Linoleic and Lino...

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3 Biggest Benefits of Strength Training

3 Biggest Benefits of Strength Training by: Jeffrey Bedeaux Strength training is exercise that uses resistance to strengthen and condition the musculoskeletal system, improving muscle tone and endurance. "Strength training" is used as a general ...

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The Zone Diet Explained

The Zone Diet Explained by: Helen Laxton Developed by Barry Sears PhD, the 'Zone Diet' is the latest in a long line of attempts to get a fresh angle on weightloss, and is currently among the 5 most popular diets in the States, partly b...

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The Truth About Smokers "Pleasure Paradox"

The Truth About Smokers "Pleasure Paradox" by: Neil Stelling Smokers love excuses. Nothing makes them happier than, 'I can't quit because…'. They really believe their own excuses. But all these excuses are cop-outs. There'...

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Getting rid of skin pigmentation

Question : I HAVE a lot of skin pigmentation on my face and hands. These brown patches are so unsightly. Can you tell me what's the cause of them? How can I get rid of my problem? Please advise. Answer : PIGMENTATION is caused by many factors, s...

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Increase Your Training Intensity - Negative Repetitions

When it comes to exercise, there are many different ways to increase your training intensity. One effective method is to utilize negative repetitions, also known as eccentric training. This type of training focuses on the eccentric phase of a muscle ...

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Easing menopause naturally

Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. It usually occurs around the age of 50, but can happen earlier or later in life. Menopause is characterized by a decrease in the production of sex hormone...

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