Exercising in cold weather can lead to coughing, as the cold air causes airways to tighten and constrict. If you've recently had a cold or other respiratory illness, you may still have congestion, which is exacerbated by exercise in cold weather.
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Blinking, twitching of the facial muscles or repetitive mouth movements all fall under the classifications of tics. Some children experience these tics as part of childhood development. The New York times reports that as many as one-quarter of all children experience facial tics.
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Eye masks, whether made of gel-filled plastic, herb-filled silk or utilitarian cotton, serve a variety of functions. An eye mask covers the area around the eyes, extending in most cases to the temples and down onto the cheeks.
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Sitting in the heat of a sauna causes you to sweat and temporarily increases your metabolism. Sauna suits have the same effect. Athletes and others seeking to quickly lose weight may be tempted by advertisements for sauna suits that purport to help you take off pounds in a matter of hours.
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Castile soap originated in Spain, though the name came to refer to any hard, white, olive-oil based soap. Castile is a mild, emollient soap that has been used for everything from bathing to washing hair and teeth and cleaning the house.
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Eyelashes, like hair, shed as new lashes grow in, so don't be too be alarmed by the occasional stray lash on your bath towel or pillow case. But if old lashes fall out faster than new ones grow in, you have a problem. Identifying the cause of your eyelash loss can help you find a solution.
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A twist board is a round platform on which you stand and perform exercises while twisting from side to side. Similar to a wobble board, a twist board works core muscles involved in maintaining balance. You can find twist boards at some gyms, or you can purchase one to use at home.
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Glycolic acids, found in citrus fruit, cause the top layer of the skin to peel off, revealing fresh, new skin beneath. Dermatologists and estheticians use glycolic acid peels to make skin appear firmer and more youthful.
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In the search for the next weight-loss miracle, researchers focused the spotlight on calcium. Your body contains more calcium than any other mineral.
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Step up your exercise routine with a pedometer that keeps track of the steps you take each day. Shape Up America recommends setting a goal of 10,000 steps a day to improve your health and stay in shape. Pedometers are easy to use; simply clip one onto your belt or front pocket, centered over one thigh, and walk.
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Steam baths bathe you in warm, moist heat. They relax muscles, can ease pain in joints caused by arthritis and other ailments and lower your pulse rate and blood pressure, according to Columbia University's Go Ask Alice health column. Temperatures in steam rooms can average 110 to 114 degrees.
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The National Poverty Center at the University of Michigan reports that 14.1 million children lived in poverty in the United States, as of 2008. Nineteen percent of children under 18 live in poverty.
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Fish is a low-fat source of protein that also contains beneficial omega-3 fatty acids. The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends that most people eat fish twice a week, and pregnant women should follow this guideline also.
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A changing table allows you to change your baby's diaper without having to bend over at an uncomfortable angle. Most changing tables include shelves to hold diapers, wipes, powder and other supplies you need. But once your baby outgrows diapers, you're left with a piece of furniture you can't really use.
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Many people think of a resume as a listing of previous job experience—a challenge for someone who's never held a job. Nevertheless, many potential employers request a resume along with your job application. If you've never held a job, your resume should focus more on what you know than where you've worked.
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The pounding head, sour stomach and dry mouth of a hangover can make the binge of the night before seem like a very bad idea. Having another beer for breakfast might make you feel better temporarily, but it will do nothing to "cure" your hangover. Drinking when you have a hangover only prolongs the agony.
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The headache, nausea, dry mouth and other discomforts of a hangover can make anyone vow to give up drinking forever. Most people know that a hangover results from drinking too much alcohol, but how much is too much varies widely from person to person.
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Cubed pork forms the basis for a quick meal. The cubes of pork, trimmed of fat and already in bite-sized pieces, cook fast and can be used in a variety of stews, stir-fries and other dishes. Cubed pork usually is cut from the loin -- the leanest part of the pig.
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Stroll the midway at any state fair, and it's clear that people love deep-fried foods. Deep frying makes food crispy, and the fat adds flavor along with crunch, but deep frying isn't the healthiest way to cook.
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Several varieties of junipers are native to the United States, from tall trees to bush-like formations. All have lacy, leathery evergreen foliage. Junipers produce dusky blue berries that are actually cones containing seeds. Birds, foxes and other wild animals eat juniper berries.
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