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Zumba Dancing: Fitness for the Heart

There is a new dance craze sweeping the nation. It is called Zumba and is reshaping bodies and health for people of all ages. Keep reading to find out more about this hot phenomenon.

What to Eat to Increase Your Energy

In this day and age, people are always in a hurry and always have somewhere to go. It can be tiring just thinking about your daily schedule. Energy is the one thing you need but have in short supply. Here are some ways to help you increase your energy stores.

Toxic Shock Syndrome

You may have heard about this condition. It has been linked to the use of tampons in young women. But, toxic shock syndrome is much more than that.

Toxic shock syndrome is a bacterial infection in the body. It was once associated with tampon use and also use of the diaphragm and the contraceptive sponge. The tampons that sparked the controversy are no longer available, but the label remains as a warning inside packages of tampons.

Tonsillitis

This condition affects many kids and some adults each year. It can be quite painful and lead to a sore throat. We are talking about tonsillitis. Here are the symptoms and treatment options if you think you have this ailment.

Tips for Improving Your Teen’s Body Image

The teenage years are anything but easy, both for the kids and their parents. Think back to when you were a teenager. You probably gave your parents a run for their money. Self-image is fragile at this time so do what you can to help your teen promote the positive.

The Right Foods Can Help You Beat Menopause

Menopause is a time in a woman’s life when she will no longer have a menstrual period or bear children. That time in life comes at different points for each woman and the changes can be abrupt and distracting. Here are some ways that you can make dietary changes to counteract the effects of menopause.

The Many Health Benefits of Cabbage

Your mom always told you that green vegetables were good for you. You may have thought it was just a ploy to get you to eat your food, but there is evidence that she was right. Keep reading to find out the health benefits of an old favorite – cabbage.

The Healing Benefits of Tui Na Massage

Massage has many benefits for the body and the mind. Getting a routine massage can help with stress and relaxation but if you have injuries or other health concerns, you may need more than the basic techniques.

Taking Your Preemie Home

You have watched your preemie get stronger by the day. It may have taken some time but now he or she is ready to go home. It can be scary but if you are prepared, it will be as wonderful an experience as if they had come home the first day after birth.

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Risk Factors of Delivering a Premature Baby

Everyone wants to deliver a healthy weight baby. Sometimes a woman may deliver early while their baby is still premature. Here are some of the risk factors for that type of delivery.