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Eye Exercises to Reduce Presbyopia

Published Aug,14 2017  |  By Andrea Reuter

As people age, the lenses of their eyes lose flexibility. This condition is called presbyopia, and it makes close-up objects appear blurry.

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How Many Calories Are Burned Playing Video Games?

Published Jul,18 2017  |  By Andrea Reuter

Traditionally, video games are played from a seated position, but the Nintendo Wii, Kinect for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation Move introduced motion-sensitive controllers to the consoles, encouraging users to stand up and burn calories while they play.

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Facts on Tattoo Numbing Cream

Published Jul,18 2017  |  By Andrea Reuter

An over-the-counter or prescription numbing cream, or topical anesthetic, can be applied to your skin before you get a tattoo to dull the pain of the needle. If you have a low pain threshold or are planning to get a tattoo in a sensitive area, you can ask your tattoo artist about using a numbing agent.

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Golden Gloves Weight Classes

Published Jul,08 2011  |  By Andrea Reuter

According to Golden Gloves of America, the first Golden Gloves tournament was held in Chicago in 1923, in which the winning amateur boxers were given miniature golden gloves as a prize.

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Baseball Standings Explained

Published Jul,08 2011  |  By Andrea Reuter

Throughout the baseball season, the positions of the 30 MLB teams are tracked through the standings. Each team competes in the American or National League in one of three divisions -- East, West or Central.

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