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Health & Fitness > Vision How staring at a computer all day can affect your eyes: 1 of 12
Widely affirmed by eye care professionals, using a computer for eight hours a day, every day will not harm your eyes from a medical standpoint; however, ultimately it will contribute to eyestrain or "tired" eyes."The computer makes your eyes tired, but reading a book may affect your eyes the same, if not more," states opticia... More..
Travel > United States Sun Valley, Idaho: Warm weather outdoor activities: 1 of 9
Without question, the lure of the great outdoors is what makes Sun Valley, Idaho and its surrounding areas remarkable. It won't be easy but based on the length of the trip you're taking to the area, you'll want to narrow down your list of outdoor activities to those that best match your interest and needs. All trips, outfitte... More..
Travel > United States Guide to seasonal weather in Table Rock Lake, Missouri: 1 of 6
The moderate seasonal variations in the climate of the Midwest provide a wonderful setting for enjoying vacations to Table Rock Lake throughout the year. If you are able to visit the area more than once or twice a year, the seasons will provide you with the opportunity to experience multiple aspects of what the area has to of... More..
Travel > United States Attractions and things to do near Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri: 2 of 8
Lake of the Ozarks, centrally located between Kansas City, St. Louis and Branson, Missouri provides some of the state's best scenery along with a multitude of leisure activities that people of all ages can enjoy. Although quite touristy, there are a many options to keep you busy and energized once you are there. Here are a fe... More..
Health & Fitness > Contraception Side effects of birth control: 5 of 19
Birth control contains two types of synthetic female hormones - progestin and estrogen. A wide variety of oral birth control (birth control pills) exist which release estrogen and progestin to prevent pregnancy by suppressing a woman's pituitary gland, stopping the development and release of the egg into the ovary for ovulati... More..
Travel > United States Traveling with kids in Orlando, Florida: 2 of 6
Catching a plane or heading on a road trip to Orlando? This family-oriented town won't disappoint! Relax, refresh, and enjoy time with one another in the city that has something for everyone.Let's start with the obvious - Universal Studios Orlando (1000 Universal Studios Plaza, Phone: 407-363-8000, Web: Universalorlando.com) ... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Search Issues How to use search engines more effectively: 5 of 14
Almost anyone can pop onto Google or Yahoo!, type a couple words into their respective search engines and obtain a vast number of results - but are they the results you were looking for? Read on to learn how to use search engines more effectively and avoid unnecessary digging through wasteful results.Let's start with a brief ... More..
Health & Fitness > General Health (Other) Acid reflux: Symptoms and treatment: 6 of 15
When you swallow food, the esophagus, also known as the "food pipe" is responsible for moving it into the stomach through the action of wave-like muscle contractions. In the stomach, the food is broken down by acid and enzymes. In cases where the muscles are not performing their tasks, the acidic stomach contents back up into... More..
Travel > United States Guide to fishing in Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri: 1 of 1
Whether you're a pro interested in competing in a bass tournament or a vacationer wanting to relax on a dock with your reel in hand, you'll have a wide variety of opportunities on the Lake of the Ozarks 54,000-acre reservoir. Competitive anglers and beginning fishermen alike enjoy the prospect of catching largemouth bass, cra... More..
Travel > United States Water sports in Sunriver, Oregon: 4 of 6
Water enthusiasts look no further head to Sunriver in Central Oregon and you'll be hitting the rapids or taking a leisurely paddle in no time! Here are some of your best bets to go out and get wet:RIDE THE RAPIDSIf it's family fun in the water you're looking for, don't miss an unforgettable rafting trip. Based on your desire ... More..