When you work out, sweat seeps into your hair, and can make it look greasy and dirty. That's no big deal when you're headed home for the evening. If your day isn't over yet, find ways to make your locks look fresh.
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Chemotherapy fights cancer by attacking the fastest growing cells in your body--which in some cases includes the cells in your hair follicles. For many people, the damage to hair follicles during chemo can result in weak or brittle hair, thinning hair or even complete hair loss.
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Acne breakouts south of the border are a common problem and may be exacerbated by exercise. Butt blemishes aren't a pretty sight, but there is plenty you can do to prevent and treat them.
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Liquid-only diets are aggressive weight loss plans appropriate for when you have a lot of weight to lose, and haven't had success using traditional weight loss strategies. For a limited period of time, you get all of your calories in the form of shakes, soups and other liquid-based meals.
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Sweet and spicy, cinnamon sounds like a delicious way to speed up your metabolism and to lose weight. Although a small amount of evidence exists that cinnamon may help with weight loss, its mechanism of action is not known.
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Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that has powerful antioxidant properties. In addition, vitamin E functions in the immune system and aids in tissue repair. Vitamin E oil supplements are used to treat a variety of conditions, including dark spots on the skin.
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Harvey and Marilyn Diamond's bestselling book "Fit for Life" was first published in 1985, and was re-released in 2010. The diet's emphasis on raw fruits and vegetables is once again in vogue, as raw diets and restaurants proliferate across the nation.
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Following a vegetarian diet means you’re more likely to have a lower body mass index and reduced disease risks, reports the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Diets containing 1,000 calories daily will help you shed unwanted pounds.
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In addition to diet and exercise, using a sauna can help a person burn calories. A sauna is an enclosed area that is designed to provide users with a dry heat or wet heat session. A sauna will cause sweating, which will be the reason for your weight loss. As such, the weight loss from a sauna is not permanent.
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For many people, a perfect day of eating is as common as a perfect game for a major league pitcher -- and about as easy to achieve. The day might begin with good intentions -- a hearty yet healthy breakfast followed by a nutritious mid-morning snack. But at some point in the day, it inevitably goes awry.
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Men are susceptible to carrying extra weight around the midsection. Having excess fat in this area can lead to a number of health problems, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure. It is especially important for men to maintain a healthy weight to avoid such problems.
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If the first thing you do before cooking a potato is peel off the skin, you're not alone. Although many people choose to peel the skin away from the potato before cooking and eating, leaving the skin on could be a healthier choice.
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Acne, otherwise known as pimples, blackheads, whiteheads or simply zits, are the bane of teenagers the world over, although people of any age can develop acne. While many foods have been cited as a potential cause of breakouts, little evidence exists to support this idea.
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The key to maintaining a healthy weight is balance. You can eat whatever you want and not gain weight as long as your caloric intake is equal to your caloric output.
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The intimate experience of massage has been practiced by young and old for many years. It is considered one of the more favorable types of foreplay that couples enjoy before sexual intercourse. Sensual massage gives a relaxing-yet-teasing effect to the receiver.
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According to the American Heart Association, coronary heart disease accounted for one out of every 2.9 deaths in the United States in 2006.
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With staples like cereal, pancakes and muffins, breakfast is already a tough meal to make low-carb. And when you're eating on-the-go at fast-food restaurants, it's tougher, but not impossible. With a little planning and some modifications, there are a number of low-carb fast-food breakfast options you can enjoy.
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If you ask one hundred different experts which is the best exercise for losing weight, you might get one hundred different answers. Oregon-based fitness coach Ben Cohn remarks that this is because the "best" exercise will depend on a person's goals, tastes and level of fitness.
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Cigarette smoking causes premature aging and symptoms such as wrinkles and lines. According to the Mayo Clinic, nicotine in cigarettes narrow blood vessels in the outer layers of skin and reduce blood flow to these areas.
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Oily skin poses a higher risk of blackhead and whitehead formation, which could develop into acne flare-ups. According to the Doctors Book of Home Remedies, oily skin is hereditary as well as a result of hormonal imbalance during puberty, pregnancy or menopause.
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