Month: November 2015

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Unexpected Pregnancy: the Benefits of Pregnancy Counseling

Pregnancy can be one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life, if the circumstances surrounding the pregnancy are ideal. Unfortunately, not all pregnancies are planned, and an unexpected pregnancy can wreak havoc on a woman’s life. In fact, the woman may not be sure if she wants to continue the pregnancy. In these […]

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How to Lose Weight and Make Money at the Same Time

Weight loss is a concept that causes stress and frustration for thousands of people. The subreddit r/HealthyWeightLoss has over 3,000 members, and there are more than 36,000 weight loss products on Amazon. Marketing departments throw billions of dollars behind the idea that their product is going to be the one to help you lose weight. […]

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Why High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy is a Cause for Concern

High blood pressure and pregnancy is not necessarily a dangerous combination, but it requires special attention. Taking care of both mother and baby is essential in pregnancy. Therefore,everyone needs to know the following points about high blood pressure and pregnancy.

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Natural Treatment for Arthritis and Skin Conditions: Sulfur

Sulfur is a naturally occurring mineral that plays an important role in forming and stabilizing your body’s protein structures. It can also help relieve arthritis symptoms and many different skin conditions. While there’s no established daily dietary allowance for sulfur, most people don’t suffer from a deficiency.  

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Doctors on Demand Provide Medical Advice Through a Smartphone

House calls by a doctor may be the next service provided by on-demand apps like Heal, potentially opening a billion dollar business akin to Uber’s disruptive business model. Similar apps also provide “telemedicine,” or a consultation with a medical professional over the web. As more Americans age into Medicare and long waits to see a […]

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3 Effective Weight Loss Techniques

Fad diets for fast weight loss are tempting, but can cause nutritional deficiency and other illnesses. Stop looking for a magic pill and start losing weight healthily and effectively! These three techniques will guide you to long-term weight control and allow you to enjoy your favorite foods.

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Early Signs of Pregnancy

You may notice the early signs of pregnancy just one week after conception, with most early pregnancy symptoms occurring during the first four weeks.   Not every woman will experience early pregnancy symptoms, and symptoms can vary from one pregnancy to the next.   So what are the early signs of pregnancy? Read on to […]

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Ways to Improve Air Quality in Your Home

Outdoor air pollution is a topic that gets a lot of attention these days.   Much less widely known, however, is that indoor air pollution is not only common but can have an even worse effect on you than the outside air ever could.

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Health Benefits of Intermittent Fasting

You’ve probably always been told that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. However, new information seems to suggest that this may not be as true as you might have guessed. In fact, it is rapidly becoming evident that skipping breakfast in favor of a 16-18 hour period between your last meal at […]

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5 Steps To Turn Love-Making Into Baby-Making

A typical healthy couple in their child-bearing years has a 20-40% chance of getting pregnant during any given month. This means, of course, that the odds of not conceiving are as high as 60-80%. If you are trying to conceive, those odds may not sound encouraging. The good news is, there are things you can […]