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Unlike most men, experts say, women are rarely satisfied with their appearance - and are always seeking a better body image. Here are ways you can boost your body image and feel better about all of you.
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Obesity
Obesity is the state of being well above one's normal weight. A person has traditionally been
considered to be obese if they are...learn more »
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Obesity Article
- Obesity facts
- What is obesity?
- How common is obesity?
- What are the health risks associated with obesity?
- What causes obesity?
- What are other factors associated with obesity?
- How is body fat measured?
- What about weight-for-height tables?
- What is the body mass index (BMI)?
- Does it matter where body fat is located?
- What can be done about obesity?
- What is the role of physical activity and exercise in obesity?
- What is the role of diet in the treatment of obesity?
- What is the role of medication in the treatment of obesity?
- What about herbal fen/phen?
- What about meal substitutes, artificial sweeteners, and OTC products?
- What is the role of surgery in the treatment of obesity?
- How can patients choose a safe and successful weight-loss program?
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Amenorrhea
Amenorrhea is a condition in which there is an absense of menstrual periods in a woman. There are two types of amenorrhea, 1)...learn more »
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Amenorrhea Article
- What is amenorrhea?
- What causes amenorrhea?
- What are the symptoms of amenorrhea?
- When should I seek medical care for amenorrhea?
- How is amenorrhea diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for amenorrhea?
- What are the complications of amenorrhea?
- Can amenorrhea be prevented?
- What is the outlook for a woman suffering from amenorrhea?
- Amenorrhea At A Glance
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Stretch Marks
Stretch marks occur in the dermis, the elastic middle layer of skin that allows it to retain its shape. When the skin is...learn more »
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Stretch Marks Article
- How can I get rid of stretch marks?
- Does insurance cover cosmetic surgery to remove stretch marks?
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Emotional Eating
Emotional eating can be detrimental to one's efforts at weight loss. Learning to identify the situations and emotions that...learn more »
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Emotional Eating Article
- How can I identify eating triggers?
- How do I stop emotional eating?
- What if distracting myself isn't enough to keep me from overeating?
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Sunscreen
Sunscreens are crucial for sun protection. Sun damage to the skin from exposure to ultraviolet rays is a risk factor for skin...learn more »
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Sunscreen Article
- What is sun protection?
- How is sunburn best prevented?
- What is sunscreen?
- What is meant by SPF?
- Are all sunscreens equally effective against UV radiation?
- How do sunscreens work, and which sunscreen ingredients protect against both types of UV
radiation?
- How should skin sunscreens be applied?
- Do water or perspiration wash off sunscreen?
- Can sunscreens cause a skin reaction?
- Should everyone use sunscreen protection?
- Can the labels on sunscreen products be trusted in the U.S.?
- Do all tanning products contain sunscreens?
- What kind of sunglasses should be worn?
- Is sunscreen protection necessary in the winter?
- Are a good sunscreen and sunglasses enough?
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Parenting
Good parenting helps foster empathy, honesty, self-reliance, self-control, kindness, cooperation, and cheerfulness, says...learn more »
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Parenting Article
- Introduction to healthy parenting
- What are the 10 principles of good parenting?
- How can parents avoid the dinnertime battle with their children?
- How can parents fit in family fitness?
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