2016

What Do You Need To Know About Laser Body Contouring?

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Swimsuit season, a mid-winter cruise, your wedding, those amazing new jeans that you can’t wait to fit into… What do all of these have in common? They’re all times when you probably want to look your best. Laser body sculpting is a noninvasive way to smooth and contour your body. So when you need to look toned, but don’t want to go under the knife, it may be an easier option.…

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Don't Let A Christmas Tree Allergy Put A Damper On Your Holiday

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Whether your allergy symptoms are mild or severe, the holiday season isn’t the time when you want your allergies to flare. But if you rank among the unlucky number of people who are allergic to Christmas trees, you may wonder exactly what it is about the festive evergreens that make you so miserable when the allergy symptoms kick in. You may also want to know what steps you can take to help keep your allergy symptoms at bay while you celebrate the season.…

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What You Need To Know About Stress Fractures

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Many people experience injuries to their feet and ankles. You use your feet and ankles so much that it is normal to have problems once in a while. One injury that is quite common for people who are very active, especially runners, is a stress fracture. Here are some things you need to know about stress fractures. What Is A Stress Fracture? A stress fracture is a small break in the bone.…

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Two Ways To Deal With Phantom Limb Pain

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Losing a limb can be difficult enough. However, a disturbing side effect that can make the situation even more stressful is phantom limb pain. This is when a person feels pain associated with a body part that’s no longer there. It is believed this condition is caused by the nerves in the affected area continuing to send out impulses that make the brain think the limb is still present and active.…

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The Perks Of Professional Treatment For A Narcotics Addiction

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Are you to the point of wanting to give up on life because of your addiction to narcotics? You can reclaim your life with guidance and treatment via an addiction treatment center. If you don’t like the idea of temporarily living at the facility, the services can be done on an outpatient basis. This article has helpful information that will give you more insight about the benefits of getting help through an addiction treatment center.…

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Personalizing Your Loved One's Headstone To Show Their Style

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If you are in charge of selecting a gravestone for a loved one’s cemetery plot, you are most likely concerned about the several options available in stone mediums, finishes, and additions to select from. It is a good idea to take the time to pick out a headstone that shows the deceased’s personality in a way that will be appreciated by all who view it. Here are some choices that will reflect your loved one so those who visit the cemetery will be reminded of their life in a positive way.…

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Making Your Own Salves: How A Compounding Pharmacy Does It

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If you want to learn how to make your own salves, it is not difficult. In fact, many a compounding pharmacy makes salves to order. This is the same set of techniques that made salves for centuries is still in practice today. You can duplicate what the compounding pharmacies do and make your own salves at home. Here is how that works. Start with Pure Petroleum Jelly or Bees’ Royal Jelly…

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3 Ways To Identify Infection In Tracheostomy Patients

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If you are taking care of a loved one who has a tracheostomy, then you know how important meticulous care is to help prevent infection. Tracheostomy patients who are hospitalized or in long-term care facilities are strictly monitored under the supervision of doctors and nurses; however, if you are caring for your loved one on your own at home, you may miss some subtle signs and symptoms of infection. Here are three signs of infection that you need to watch for in the tracheostomy patient that you are caring for and what you can do about them:…

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Improving Your Gum-Ption: What Chewing Sugar-Free Gum Can Do For You

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Candy of all types is delicious, but is known for not being the best for your mouth’s health and happiness. But for those times when you just want something in your mouth but don’t want to eat anything, you should skip the candy and instead turn to something that actually is good for your mouth: sugar-free gum. So if you’re interested in what the benefits of chewing sugar-free gum are and how it can help you individually, then here’s what you need to know.…

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Sit In Front Of A Computer All Day? 4 Steps To Keep Your Eyes Healthy

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If you stare at a computer screen all day, your eyes could be suffering for it. Things like computer glare, eye strain and even your posture can play a big part in your overall eye health.  While you can’t necessarily change your job to protect your eyes, there are some steps you can take to mitigate the harmful effects your computer is having on your vision. Here are four simple steps you can take to protect your vision from computer damage.…

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