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Hair Loss
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On average, there are 90,000 to 150,000 hairs on the scalp. The hairs grow from roots called follicles. Blood vessels at the base of each follicle provide nourishment vital for hair and hair growth. Hair growth in each root occurs in a cycle independent of each other. At any time about 90 percent of the hairs on the scalp are in the growth phase, while the other 10 percent are .....
Author: Andy Casasanta
Date Posted: Aug 29, 2005
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Acid Reflux Disease
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What is acid reflux disease? Acid reflux disease can and often is mistaken for heartburn. But the heartburn symptoms of acid reflux disease usually occur 2 or more days a week for at least 3 months and can damage your esophagus. At the top of your stomach is a muscle called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), which normally opens and closes allowing food to enter. It also pre .....
Author: Andy Casasanta
Date Posted: Aug 29, 2005
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Liposuction: Risks And Benefits
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Liposuction surgery is the most commonly performed cosmetic surgery in the United States. More than a quarter of a million liposuctions were performed last year. It can be an effective means of removing excess body fat in healthy people, but cosmetic surgeons caution that liposuction should not be used as an alternative to diet and exercise. The surgery consists of removing poc .....
Author: Seth Miller
Date Posted: Aug 29, 2005
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Infants And Acid Reflux
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Infant acid reflux is quite common. People of all ages, especially infants because they consume only liquids or soft foods, suffer from mild heartburn or acidic regurgitation on occasion. As in adult cases, infants experience acid reflux when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) is relaxed. The LES acts as a valve between the esophagus and the stomach. It opens up to allow food .....
Author: Seth Miller
Date Posted: Aug 29, 2005
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Acne Scar Treatment
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Acne scars develop after severe cases or when the acne has been forcibly picked or scratched. There are many types of acne scars, each entirely treatable. The only sure method of acne scar treatment is prevention early on. In general, you should never pick or squeeze acne, especially inflammatory acne or “pustules”. Squeezing forces infected material deeper into the skin, causi .....
Author: Seth Miller
Date Posted: Aug 29, 2005
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Acne Scar Treatment
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Acne scars develop after severe cases or when the acne has been forcibly picked or scratched. There are many types of acne scars, each entirely treatable. The only sure method of acne scar treatment is prevention early on. In general, you should never pick or squeeze acne, especially inflammatory acne or “pustules”. Squeezing forces infected material deeper into the skin, causi .....
Author: Seth Miller
Date Posted: Aug 29, 2005
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How Treadmills Compare To Other Types Of Home Fitness Equipment
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When it comes to exercise, people like to walk or run. These are natural activities for us. They can have practical applications, such as getting from one place to another. They require less gear than many other forms of exercise (although you can spend a bundle on shoes, clothes and other accessories if you really wanted). And walking or running are great forms of exercise. Th .....
Author: C.J. Gustafson
Date Posted: Aug 29, 2005
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Blood Pressure Monitor - Is You're Blood Pressure Ok?
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The focus on reducing high blood pressure in today's society is more so then ever now we now know that living with a high blood pressure can result in having a stroke or a fatal heart attack. High blood pressure is the most common cardiovascular disease amongst the older generation aged 60 plus – high blood pressure actually effects 2 in 3 in those aged 70 or above and ofte .....
Author: Beverley Brooke
Date Posted: Aug 29, 2005
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Gastric Bypass Surgery - What Are The Risks?
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Although all of the risks involved in gastric bypass surgery aren't fully known, there are many that are. These include possible infection, clotting of the blood, and the development of gallstones, a bleeding ulcer and even pneumonia. It certainly isn't a simple procedure and complications may occur as with all invasive medical procedures. Before the surgery is performe .....
Author: Beverley Brooke
Date Posted: Aug 29, 2005
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Lower Your Blood Pressure With Diet
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With one in four Americans suffering from high blood pressure, it’s critical we’re all aware of the dangers posed this disease which affects millions. The fatal result could be a heart attack or stroke. With the nature of high blood pressure being so ‘silent’, it’s crucial we get ourselves checked out on a regular basis – every year for checking blood pressure is fine, especial .....
Author: Beverley Brooke
Date Posted: Aug 29, 2005
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