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Is Heat or Ice Better for Arthritis Pain?
Topic : Arthritis Treatment & Arthritis Treatments : Cure For Arthritis
by Stephanie E. Siegrist, MD.You probably know that applying heat or ice to a painful joint can help relieve pain, but have questions about these simple techniques. Which one? Why? How often? How long? The only time you must...
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Overweight? What is Your Heathy Weight?
Topic : Healthy Weight & Being Overweight : What Is The Healthy Weight
by Kim Beardsmore.Everywhere we look in the western world we are inundated with pictures, images, icons and inferences of the 'perfect' female shape! The truth is that many of these images are altered or enhanced in s...
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How To Keep Cool In Summer
by Brian Fogarty.You may be surprised to find out that you can be cool and comfortable in the summer heat Fortunately there are ways to alleviate the effects of the Summer heat. What follows is some information on...
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Which to Use When: Ice or Heat?
by Louise Roach.Knee pain after running? Wake up with a backache? Twist an ankle? When aches, pain, strains or swelling take place due to an injury or chronic condition, what is the best course of action: ice or...

Exercising In Heat
by Lynn Bode.Summer is officially here. Finally you can pack away your jackets and get outside. Summer offers extras hours of daylight and with it the opportunity to spend even more time enjoying outdoor activiti...
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Questions to Your Physician or Psychotherapist
by Dr. Martin Winkler.According to ongoing research about the needs of patients with emotional problems misinformation or shame to speak about the problem with the doctor or psychotherapist is a major limitation to treatm...
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Cool Down with Hot Summer First-Aid
by Louise Roach.When the temperature tops 90 and the soles of your shoes sizzle on the sidewalk, cold therapy is a necessity for summer first-aid. Whether it is ice from your freezer, a bag of frozen vegetables or ...
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Taking Photos While Youre Protecting Your Skin
by Diana Clarke.If you're a shutterbug like me, and you enjoy taking photos outdoors, you will often find yourself in direct sunlight. Other than protecting yourself from the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat and s...
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Warning! Flu Shots Can Be Dangerous To Your Health
by DR. Edward F. Group III.Every year about this time doctors around the world are recommending that people go in and get their annual flu shot. What most people don’t know or understand is just how dangerous this could be, e...
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Great Summer Workouts: Just Add Water
by Lynn Bode.With warm weather season now in full gear, exercisers want to take their workouts outside and breakout of their indoor fitness ruts. But, when temperatures reach record highs and humidity levels soar...
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Summer Safety Week-Hiking Hazards: First Aid For Sprains
by News Canada.(NC)-The great outdoors-a winding trail stretching deep into the forest, offering hikers a glimpse of nature in its prime. The solitude is broken by the call of a distant bird flying high overhead. Y...
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Hot Summer Safety Tips
by News Canada.(NC)-Summer's here and with it comes beach days, relaxation, family trips and special safety concerns. According to Susan Brunt, a Toronto based family physician, safety starts in your home, which ma...
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Dont Let Foodborne Illness Spoil Your Summer Fun
by News Canada.(NC)-With the warm days of summer upon us, most of us are eager to spend time outside barbequing and picnicking with family and friends. Although outdoor summer meals can be great fun, the heat and h...
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Hot Enough For You? Only The Thermometer Knows
by News Canada.(NC)-When it comes to preparing ground beef, it's not easy to tell if it's properly cooked. Many people guess that their burgers are done when they're brown. However, ground beef can turn brown befor...

Eight Tips For A Bug-Free Summer
by Dr. Brian Aw, M.D., and C.C.F.P. (courtesy by News Canada).(NC)-With approximately 42,000 mosquitoes for every person in Ontario, most of us spend a great deal of our summers swatting away these pesky insects. Protecting yourself against mosquitoes will not ...
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Thirsting For Summer? Stay Hydrated To Enjoy Hot Summer Days
by News Canada.(NC)-After a long, cold winter, Canadians can't wait for summer! But often, summertime, welcome as it is, can bring sweltering heat and unbearable humidity, which can lead to dehydration. Canadians n...
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Formulate A Summer Skincare Plan
by News Canada.(NC) - Avoid a summer beauty crisis by properly preparing skin for the warm weather. Summer skin care dilemmas are two-fold - increased dryness due to water loss, wind and sun, as well as increased o...
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Make The Most Of Summer: Stay Healthy While Having Fun
by News Canada.(NC)-Canadians are eager to make full use of summer's long days, often at the expense of good health. To enjoy the season, it's important to be prepared. Try to moderate activity on hot days and wear...
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Scratching Bug Bites May Sting Your Summer Fun
by Dr. Brian Aw, M.D., and C.C.F.P. (courtesy of News Canada).(NC)-In most cases insect bites are harmless and if left alone, the irritation will subside within 48 hours. However, for some people, particularly children, scratching bites may lead to a highly co...
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Dont Get Burned By Summer Sun
by News Canada.(NC)-Warm summer days filled with bright sunshine aren't always good for you. Over exposure to sunlight can cause serious sunburn, pain and the long-term risk of skin cancer. St. John Ambulance, Cana...
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A Breakthrough for Chiropractic Patients
by ARA Content.'Insight Subluxation Station' provides color scans of problems and progress (ARA) - People under chiropractic care often wonder: "Why do I have to keep coming back if I'm pain free?" or "How do I kno...
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Benefits and Risks of the Annual Flu Shot
Should you get an annual flu shot?The final decision is yours, and should be made with your doctor.My purpose is to give you the behind the story facts.I'm not vehemently pro or anti vaccines. For the record, I've never gotten an annual flu shot and ...
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Wheat Grass is Easy to Grow and Provides Many Health Benefits
by echarter.Wheat grass is produced by sprouting and planting the seeds of the common wheat plant, called Triticurn aestivum. It is known for the fact that it is harvested much earlier in its life cycle, compared to the edible wheat for example. Although it has ...
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Hot Tubs Reflexolgy & Hydrotherapy
by John Lewis. Undoubtedly one of the best reasons for having a hot tub is for oustanding hydro therapy, which refers to, the use of water for the purposes of healing and therapy but they can and do provide reflexology.Hydro is a prefix meaning that it is produced...
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The Infrared Sauna Heater - 6 Good Reasons to Choose One
by Timothy Croy. The Infrared Sauna Heater - 6 Good Reasons to Choose OneWith the introduction of the infrared sauna, many people are curious about the design and how the sauna is actually "heated." The truth is, infrared saunas are very basic in design and there re...
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