Nutrition

Eating To Ease Arthritis Pain

Do aches and pains have you out of joint? Concerns culminating in the withdrawal of several selective Cox-2 inhibitors, like Vioxx, have many arthritis sufferers turning to the supplement aisle in search of relief. Could diet and exercise provide more reliable solutions? Here’s a roundup of recent research into those foods that help support healthy joints: * Pineapple: Bromelain is…

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Travel Tips

Driving In Europe

When considering driving in Europe, the image that comes to mind for many of us will no doubt be something like the infamous driving scene in National Lampoon’s European Vacation: eternally trapped in a roundabout, surrounded by aggressive French (or Italian or British) drivers who won’t let the timid Americans out. It’s true that driving in a foreign country can…

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Recreation Sports

Billiard Balls Are Not All Created Equal

First a little history about billiard balls. According to the article on Wikipedia, the earliest balls were made of wood, and later clay (the latter remaining in use well into the 20th century). Ivory was used for a period, but by the mid-1800’s, elephants were being slaughtered for their ivory at an alarming rate, just to keep up with the…

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Cooking

Add Elegance To Grilling

Whether it’s a small gathering of family members or an invitation extended to friends and neighbors, entertaining can take on a delightfully casual approach when it’s done outdoors. Add instant sophistication to a casual atmosphere with these entertaining and grilling tips guaranteed to impress every guest. Be Courteous to Your Guests Be sure to note any food restrictions or allergies…

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Recreation Sports

It S Not Rocket Science

Wagerweb.com has posted odds offering bettors the chance to predict which Major League Baseball team Roger Clemens will return to. Clemens is clearly enjoying the attention he is garnering from his four suitors. Let’s take a look at how Clemens has played this situation thus far, and how it will play out at the end. THE EASY MARK: Roger Clemens…

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Beauty

How To Get The Red Out

There could be good news for the over 16 million women in the United States who live with facial redness. An embarrassing and fairly common skin problem, facial redness often appears on the nose, cheeks and chin and can take various forms-from a slight flush to more noticeable red blotches on the face. Dermatologist Patti Farris advises her patients to…

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Health Fitness

Two Types Of Dermatitis

DIAPER DERMATITIS Definition: Diaper dermatitis or diaper rash is an irritation of the skin covering the groin, lower stomach, upper thighs and buttocks. This condition is seen more commonly in infants and early childhood prior to 2 years of age. Diaper dermatitis usually occurs between one and two months of age and may continue until the child no longer wears…

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Wine

Phytonutrients

Phytonutrients are found in the skins of fruits and vegetables. They give these foods flavor, color, and scent. Some grains and seeds also carry these nutrients. Tomatoes, green tea, red onions, raspberries, and blackberries are just a few foods that contain these nutrients. They are in fact pigments. Some people think that they may be vitamins and minerals, but this…

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