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Just like the eyes are the window to the soul, so are the nails This statement is credited to dermatologist, Tamara Lior according to a WebMD article; who once convinced a patient to have his lungs checked after noticing a bluish tint to his nails, a sign that he wasn’t getting enough oxygen. Sure enough, he […]
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These were the words of Saidat when asked what she felt was the greatest barrier to her happiness. I’ve always had low self-esteem. I don’t like my body, and I don’t like the way I look. I really want to lose weight (I’m about five-foot-six and weigh about 82kg) so that I’ll feel better about
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Teenagers are notorious for their terrible eating habits. They typically eat only what tastes good or what’s within reach. Since their bodies are still growing and developing, good nutrition during the teen years is crucial to preventing diseases like cancer, heart disease, and osteoporosis. Foods that are loaded with powerful nutrients — are the best
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Yesterday, we considered a list of common STDs and their symptoms. This article contains information on what to do, and what not to do when you suspect you have contracted any one of the STDs. I hope you find the information helpful. 1. STD Symptoms There are dozens of different sexually transmitted diseases and infections
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Just because there’s alcohol around you, that doesn’t mean you have to drink it – it’s pretty easy to say no and drink some soft drink or something. But don’t do it just because I said so. Do it because getting drunk could make your night (and possibly a lot of nights after it) a
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The gist is that Sexually Transmitted Diseases(STDs) are not necessarily transmitted through penetrative sex – even though this is the major and most common means of transmission -, it thus becomes ever more important to have the right information which will guide one’s conduct and actions. Below are some of the most common ones. 1.
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If you are inactive, simply adding a brisk 20-minute walk each day could reduce your risk of death by as much as 30%. Surprised? Doctors have explained that a lack of exercise increases premature death risk twice as much as being obese, according to a large study. Inactivity in this case is often caused by
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Pushups are one of the most adaptive workouts you can do because you have the ability to customize your routine, allowing the workout to grow with your strength levels. There is no equipment to buy, and the only space needed is an area clear enough for you to stretch out prone on the floor (
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When you consider those who have ripped bodies, whose pictures readily come to mind? Perhaps Taylor Lautner who starred as Jake in “Twilight”‘; or Zac Effron‘s post “High School Musical” body; and if you are a girl you are probably thinking of Zoe Saldana in “Colombiana.” Whoever your idol is, you probably fantasize about having
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A 17-year-old boy died after reportedly playing an online computer game for 22 days straight. The teenager had broken his leg and was bored at home, using video games to pass the time. The teen, known as Rustam, only stopped playing “Defence of the Ancients” when he had to sleep and eat, and must have
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