Category : Healthy Living : Health & Medical

Minnows Found in Ditches

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Minnows can be used for both fish bait and mosquito control.Five small fishes on stone image by GeoM from Fotolia.comMinnows are small freshwater or saltwater fish, and they are generally part of the carp family and the subspecies Leuciscinae. Most minnows can survive in a number of...

Marine Algae Uses

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Japanese cooking has long used seaweed as a mainstay of its renowned cuisine. But marine algae has other medicinal and industrial uses that point to the power of nature. The healing properties of seaweed are utilized by the beauty industry and internal medicine. Industrial manufacturers use the slim

Low Glycemic Information

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As the American Diabetes Association explains, the glycemic index is a measure of the effect that a food containing carbohydrates has on blood glucose levels. Glycemic index values are calculated by comparing a food's effect on blood glucose levels with the effect of a reference food, typically gluc

Elements Used in Rat Poison

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Rat poison, officially called rodenticide, is used in urban, suburban and rural areas to control the rat and rodent population. It can also be used to kill chipmunks, moles, jackrabbits and muskrats. While rat poison is a very potent chemical substance, it is available for purchase in a variety of h

Lead Soldering Safety

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Lead possesses a low melting point and a cheap price. This makes it a popular choice for solder. It is mixed with other metals or alloys that also have low melting temperatures to make solder. However, lead can cause neurological problems and birth defects. If you cannot avoid lead solder altogether

Home Remedy for Congestion

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Decongestion entails the relief of nasal congestion, which is when the nasal passages are obstructed because of the swelling of membranes that line the nose. These membranes swell up due to inflammation of the blood vessels. This condition is also known as stuffy nose and nasal blockage. There are s

Propylene Glycol Dangers

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Propylene glycol serves as a principal component of fiberglass, antifreeze, engine coolants and deicers. The chemical is fairly safe but can irritate your stomach, skin and eyes and catch fire under the right conditions. The information presented here reflects the dangers faced by people who use pro

How to Lead a Guided Meditation

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Leading a guided meditation is best attempted by those individuals with a solid foundation in personal meditation and it is a good exercise for those who wish to take their meditative skill to the next level. To lead a guided meditation, you must initially be able to concentrate all of your attentio

How to Make a Plantain Tincture

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Plantain has been used medicinally for many years. Primarily for skin irritation, plantain tincture is used to reduce itching and swelling of skin ailments. It aids in healing of minor cuts and burns. It has also been used to treat digestive disorders, including ulcers and diarrhea. Prepared with al

Herbal Cholesterol Treatments

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Herbal cholesterol treatments can aid in lowering "bad" (LDL) cholesterol levels as well as increasing "good" (HDL) levels. These treatments also decrease your chances of experiencing any side effects as those found in pharmaceutical remedies. Many herbal treatments are used in everyday cooking in t

Does Kombucha Tea Work?

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There are mixed reviews surrounding the effectiveness of Kombucha tea. Kombucha tea treatments have been employed for centuries around the world as they're thought to possess a number of therapeutic qualities; however, there is a lack of scientific evidence confirming the tea's efficiency and benef