2014

  • How To Fight Facial Wrinkles Naturally

    Facial wrinkles are a sign of age, but sometimes they can make you look older than you really are. As the top layers of skin begin to thin, they produce less collagen, causing the skin to lose its elasticity. When this happens, the skin sags and wrinkles. But by avoiding sunlight, eating a healthy diet, and exercising, you may be able to postpone those inevitable wrinkles from appearing. Protect your skin from the sun.
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  • Two Natural Remedies For Conjunctivitis: What You Should Know

    When it comes to your eye health, you may not always pay as much attention as you should. After all, as long as you can see, your eyes are healthy, right? Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Your eyes actually need maintenance and care to stay healthy and functioning. One common eye disorder that people often suffer from is conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye. This particular disorder can develop due to allergies, bacteria or a viral infection.
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  • Adapting Your Home To Care For A Loved One With Alzheimer's

    Alzheimer's disease is a brain disorder that affects more than 5 million Americans. According to a report by the Alzheimer's Association, in 2010 nearly 15 million unpaid caregivers (primarily family members) provided 17 billion hours of unpaid care to Alzheimer's patients, many of whom were being watched over in the homes of family members. If you are one of those in-home family caregivers, one of your top concerns is the safety of your loved one, who may suffer from memory loss, confusion with time or place, and a decrease in judgment making skills, among other things.
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  • 3 Ways To Lose Weight Quickly

    Whether you have a special event coming up or you're simply just tired of being overweight, there are many reasons that you might want to shed unwanted pounds. Fortunately, there are a number of different ways that you can lose weight quickly and easily.  1. Start Counting Calories Even when you're trying to be careful about what you eat, it can be all too easy to end up consuming too many calories.
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  • The Surprising Dangers Of A Pedicure & What You Can Do About It

    Pedicures are supposed to be relaxing and pampering, but they can also carry hidden dangers. Getting fungal, bacterial or viral infections from a pedicure is not only possible, but is fairly common. Here is some information on how these infections happen, what you can do about it and how to prevent them from happening again. Causes & Types Of Infection If salon instruments aren't properly sanitized, they can transmit bacteria from one client to another.
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  • Three Things To Remember When Designing A Cemetery Monument

    When a loved one passes away, it's natural to think about ways you can create a lasting memory of that person. And if you've decided to have a cemetery burial, creating and installing a unique headstone or monument is the most permanent way to honor the deceased. Requirements for cemetery monuments may vary between cemeteries. Your funeral home director can often answer questions and help you understand what to consider when creating a headstone or monument for your loved one.
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  • The Benefits Of Getting A Flu Shot During Pregnancy

    The risks and benefits of vaccinations have been a heated topic for years, but there's no need to fear the influenza vaccine if you're pregnant. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that flu vaccines are safe for pregnant women -- in fact, the agency even recommends that moms-to-be get the shot. Still not convinced that you should get vaccinated against influenza this season? Here are four great reasons to do it during your pregnancy.
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  • Improve Your Fertility With A Healthy Dose Of Acupuncture

    Not everyone has it easy when it comes to conceiving a baby. While some may get pregnant their first try, others may spend months – even years – trying to conceive. Infertility is one of the reasons why a person can't conceive. Luckily, there are ways to overcome this, including eating a healthier diet and limiting alcohol and caffeine consumption. Another way of improving your fertility is with acupuncture. What is Acupuncture?
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  • Key Components Of A Regular Eye Exam

    Eyes are your windows to the world. It's important that you keep them in good health. Avoiding reading in poor light, reducing eye strain, and wearing sunglasses are a few of the ways to keep your eyes protected. However, eye exams serve as the most critical component of proper eye care. During your 20s and 30s, you should have your eyes checked every five to 10 years and every two to four years for adults age 40 to 65.
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  • Looking For A Way To Improve Your Facial Appearance? How About Getting A Facelift?

    While growing older means you get wiser, it also means your face is going to start showing the world just how old you are. The collagen and elastin starts to head south, leaving you with sunken cheekbones and sagging skin. No one wants to look in the mirror and see a shell of their former selves. You want to feel confident about your appearance. Just because you might be growing older, that doesn't mean everyone around you has to know it.
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