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Health & Fitness > Diet (Other) Fat burners: Kick-start your metabolism: 1 of 13
If you are getting a little older, and maybe a little thicker, you might consider revving up your metabolism as a way to lose inches and pounds. There are definite fat burning tricks that you can use to achieve this goal. Don't consider "dieting" as something you want to do now; you know, lose the fat, and then return to nor... More..
Health & Fitness > Disease (Other) Sepsis: Symptoms and treatment: 2 of 12
Sepsis deaths are on the rise! Almost 30% of all cases of sepsis result in death in the USA. In fact, bacterial sepsis caused 3.5% of all newborn deaths last year. This serious condition occurs when your body is fighting a severe infection. If you become "septic" your body goes into shock and your blood pressure drops. This ... More..
Health & Fitness > Fitness Basics Exercise is the best medicine: 2 of 9
Pharmaceutical sales are off the charts. Doctors seem to be in the pill prescribing business. People are even taking pills to counteract the negative effects of their medications. A moderate consistent exercise program can prevent and in many cases cure some of these common diseases. If you have insomnia, back pain, arthriti... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Strength training mistakes: 2 of 9
Make no mistake; strength training is great for you, but more important than the amount of weight you lift, proper form is essential for success and safety. Using the gym regularly, you're likely to see some glaring mistakes. FAILURE TO WARM-UP before you workout puts your body at risk of injuries. A 10 min walk on the tread... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips The benefits of circuit training: 2 of 7
In today's world, with demands for your time from family, friends, and work, most of us don't have hours to spend at the gym, but we still want a trim, toned body, and cardiovascular fitness. If you want to cut your workouts in half and still get the desired results, jump into circuit training, which is a mix of strength tra... More..
Health & Fitness > Medical Concerns & Issues Correcting a cleft lip: 1 of 3
When a tiny fetus is developing in the womb, the right and left sides of the lip and the roof of the mouth fuse together. However, one out of 800 babies in America are born with a birth defect in which the tissues of the lip and palate don't form properly. The opening or gap of these tissues is called a cleft lip or a cleft ... More..
Health & Fitness > Fitness Basics Personal fitness 2009: Trends, equipment, new directions: 7 of 20
It's a new year and many people are joining gyms and health clubs, intent on getting into shape. People returning after a long absence may be surprised at recent trends developing for 2009. Some new trends involve different training styles, new groups of participants, or unique equipment. NEW GROUPS ARE PARTICIPATING Many fi... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Exercise for the older person: 11 of 19
Exercise, which is important for people of all ages, is especially critical for older adults. Getting the body moving and the blood pumping will strengthen muscles, relieve joint aches, and improve your range of movement, which will improve your quality of life. In fact, exercise will give you many health benefits and preven... More..
Health & Fitness > Heart Disease & Heart Attack A look at heart disease: 18 of 31
Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women in the United States today. There are many types of heart disease, such as coronary artery disease, which causes blockages in the arteries leading to the heart muscle; angina pectoris, which is a lack of blood supply to the heart; and cardiomyopathy, which is damaged he... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition & Health Issues Eggs and their health benefits: 3 of 5
Are you looking for one of the best health foods around? Are you seeking a food that is loaded with nutrients and yet economical? Then look for eggs, a great source of high quality protein (6 grams per egg) and only 68 calories. Eggs are important for heart health. They contain vitamin B-12, which converts homocysteine into ... More..