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Can I Lose Weight Without Cardio?

It's entirely possible to lose weight without ever setting foot on a cardio machine. Those who dislike cardio or are physically unable to do activities such as running, biking or swimming have a variety of other options for losing weight or maintaining their current number on the scale.

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Exercise Programs for Obese Children

Almost one in three children are overweight or obese, according to the American Heart Association in 2010. In addition to developing increased risks for diabetes, high cholesterol and heart disease, obese children suffer from a variety of psychological and social problems.

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How Long Does It Take to Lose 110 Pounds?

The National Institutes of Health reports that if a person is more than 100 pounds over his ideal body weight, he is classified as morbidly obese. Morbid obesity increases your risk of heart attacks, diabetes, depression, joint problems and stroke.

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How to Gain Weight but Not Stomach Fat

You can't choose where on your body you'll lose weight, and you can't choose where you'll gain it, either. However, maintaining healthy fats during weight gain can minimize fat gain in general.

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How to Get Rid of Pimples on My Inner Thigh

Pimples on the inner thigh are often a result of ingrown hairs. Shaving your bikini line can lead to razor burn, which often accompanies ingrown hairs. Pimples on the inner thigh can also be regular acne, caused by infected oil clogs in the hair follicles.

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Anti Pigmentation Treatment

Your skin has brown pigment in it, no matter how fair-skinned you are, unless you carry the rare genetic trait for albinism, according to MedlinePlus. The pigment is melanin, made by cells called melanocytes, which provide built-in sun-shade against ultraviolet radiation.

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The Lemon, Cayenne Pepper & Honey Diet

The lemon, cayenne pepper and honey diet -- a variation of the notorious master cleanse -- uses the same methodology and philosophy to purportedly detoxify your system.

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Supplements & Vitamins to Take While on a Low-Carb Diet

While a low-carb diet can help you lose weight, eliminating major food groups from your diet may cause you to fall short on a few key nutrients. A low-carb diet may not provide enough of some of the B vitamins, vitamin E or calcium, according to a 2010 study published in the "

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Good Personal Hygiene Practices & Procedures

Taking care of your body through good personal hygiene not only helps you present a outwardly groomed appearance, it's also good for your health. Across the world, hygiene habits have a direct correlation to illness and survival, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Peanuts and Weight Loss

Peanuts are not low-calorie foods; however, eating them may actually be beneficial during weight loss. A 2008 review published in “The Journal of Nutrition” reports that when eaten in moderation, peanuts do not pose a threat for weight gain.

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Why Can't I Lose Any More Weight?

If you’re still eating right and exercising but can’t seem to lose any more weight, you might have hit a weight loss plateau. It’s normal for weight loss to stall after a while. This is not necessarily an indication that you’re doing something wrong.

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Tips on Loss of Appetite for Children

Loss of appetite is not feeling hungry or having a desire to eat. Your child may experience a loss or decrease in appetite during times of slower growth or for a variety of other reasons. Most of the time, an occasional loss of appetite is nothing to worry about.

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Substitutes for Castile Soap

Made from olive oil, Castile soap is an ingredient in many skincare products, including liquid soaps used to wash the face and body. Consider using a non-soap face cleanser, glycerin or other vegetable or nut oils.

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How to Make Cocoa Butter at Home

Cocoa butter, also known as "oil of theobroma," is the fat extracted from the cocoa bean, according to Drugs.com. It is bland in taste but has many uses in and outside of the kitchen. In the kitchen, it is used in making chocolate and gives chocolate confections their smooth texture.

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Tips on Removing Smoke Odor From Hair

If you’re a smoker, you’re probably used to the smell sticking to your clothes, hair and even furniture. But if you don’t smoke, the odor that lingers after a visit to a nightclub or pub is probably not your idea of a good night out.

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Ways for Teen Girls to Lose Belly Fat in a Month

Drastically cutting calories to lose belly fat when you're a teenage girl isn't wise. You need optimal nutrients because your body and brain are still growing, and you're building bone. Calories provide you with the energy to be alert and focused during school, too.

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How to Treat Red Veins on the Face

Several condintions cause red veins on your face. Post-menopausal women often experience thinning of skin, which can reveal the appearance of blood vessels. Rosacea is a common skin disorder that can cause blood vessels to break or become dilated, a condition called telangiectasia.

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How to Treat Acne With Salt

Acne occurs when pores become blocked and sebum (oil) becomes trapped. According to Acne.org, the reason why this happens is unclear. However, once the pores become blocked, bacterium begins to grow, resulting in acne outbreaks. Various acne treatments on the market include chemical solutions.

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Homemade Remedy for Unwanted Facial Hair

If you have unwanted facial hair, it can be a constant battle to keep the fuzz away. Shaving only works for a few days, and depilatory creams can irritate sensitive skin. You don't need to slather your face with chemicals to get rid of hair. An old-time, natural remedy called sugaring works just as well as waxing.

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