Angela Davis

In the Arena of Women Bodybuilders

Bodybuilding / By
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Although it is a fact that bodybuilding has gained a diverse population of aficionados such as women and teenagers as well, it must be noted that four decades or so ago, the hobby or sport was initially dominated by men. All bodybuilders are athletes. It’s time we give the ladies the same respect we give to the men. Many may have had a good glimpse of bodybuilding in the widely acclaimed movie “Pumping Iron” which starred Arnold Schwarzenegger during the late 1970’s. During this decade, the women’s liberation movement was beginning to assert itself, and coincidentally, the world of women bodybuilders also started to unfold.…

The Harmful Effects of Smoking and Why You Should Quit

Quit Smoking / By
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No matter what good one imagines to get out of smoking, it certainly won’t outweigh the harmful effects of the habit. Yes, the effects of smoking are far too dangerous. The whole point is that SMOKING KILLS, and that is a fact. This fact has been proven by researches and studies. Cigarette smoking kills more than 480,000 Americans each year, with more than 41,000 of these deaths from exposure to secondhand smoke. To be more specific, it causes 25 ominous diseases and 11 cancers. This is certainly not to be brushed aside.…

L-arginine: The Body’s Natural Viagra

Alternative / By
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Erectile dysfunction affects a large percentage of men, and it is of varying degrees. As many men have this dilemma, the search is on for the best erectile dysfunction treatment. When it comes to such a treatment, the pharmaceutical Viagra has been quite popular. A significant proportion of the male population with ED has believed in the drug. Common side effects of Viagra include nausea, facial flushing and hot flushes. Some men also complain of indigestion, nasal congestion and dizziness after taking their tablet. But as a pharmaceutical, though, Viagra has side effects.…

Which Stretch Mark Cream will Work for You?

Skin Care / By
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So you are out to look for the best stretch mark cream. Well, you are in for quite a search. After all, there are many sorts of such products in the market. Take note that not all stretch mark creams are effective. The beauty industry also includes manufacturers which do not necessarily have the customers’ best interest at heart. A stretch mark is a type of scar that develops when our skin stretches or shrinks quickly. So it takes being conscientious on your part to find the best and most suitable product for you.…

Facing The Facts About Urticaria

Allergies / By
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Symptoms of allergy generally vary from person to person ranging from itchiness, hives or rashes, swelling, nausea and vomiting, abdominal cramps and asthma. It is often thought of that these manifestations are triggered by sensitivity to food or medicines to pollens, pets, cosmetics, latex and countless other potential irritants. Allergic symptoms manifest when the body releases histamine to fight off the perceived enemy of foreign element which is the allergen or the irritant. Urticaria, also known as hives, is an outbreak of swollen, pale red bumps or plaques (wheals) on the skin that appear suddenly — either as a result of the body’s reaction to certain allergens, or for unknown reasons.…

Tanned Throughout with No Tan Lines!

Skin Care / By
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What can be sexier than an even tan — one which exudes an exotic appeal. Having a tanned look remains to be one of the bolder ways of being attractive. So you want to have a luscious looking and daring tan. You could go to the beach and bask under the glorious sun rays. A tan line is a visually clear division on the human skin between an area of pronounced comparative paleness relative to other areas that have been suntanned by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.…

The Big Impact of Low Impact Water Aerobics

Aerobics / By
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Low impact water aerobics is a fun and exciting means of getting in shape. Done in chest deep water, low impact water aerobics may involve some warm ups and stretching as well as cool down exercises. Low impact water aerobics may also include entertaining dance steps while wallowing in the pool. Unlike high impact aerobic exercises that leave you sore and drain all the energy out of you, low impact water aerobics can give you an energetic and refreshed feeling afterwards. A large percentage of individuals find it difficult to adhere to a regular aerobic exercise regimen as they can eventually lose enthusiasm in doing the exercises.…

Good Oral Hygiene is Important to Prevent Tooth Decay

Dental Care / By
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You’ve heard it for gazillions of times since you were a kid. Brush your teeth three times a day and don’t eat lots of sweets and candies. It’s like a broken record at home from your mom and dad all the way to your kindergarten and primary school teachers. And they tell you why- to prevent tooth decay. It’s as simple as that, but now that you’re an adult, do you know the connection between good oral hygiene and tooth decay? Meaning the details of it and what really goes on.…

Controlling Blood Sugar with Low Carb Diets

Diabetes / By
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There has been a rising trend in the obesity epidemic. Many factors contribute to this, although it is more prevalently caused by the diet. For instance, high carbohydrate diets. These have so much to do with one becoming obese. Due to these diets, a person may have unstable blood sugar levels. You may well know where this would lead to- pre-diabetic conditions and possibly diabetes. Carbohydrates are the component in food that affect blood sugar. Remember when as a child you would eat lots of high sugar foods?…

Office Socialization Means Lesser Stress and Better Work

Ergonomics / By
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How many hours do you spend in the office everyday? And how many days in the week do you stay in your workplace? And if youve been working for years, well, imagine how much of your life you’ve literally lived in the office. Do the math how many hours has it been, or days, or years since you’ve been a regular office dweller. A study by The McKinsey Global Institute shows that productivity improves by 20-25% in organizations with connected employees. Considering you basically inhabit your workplace on a regular basis and for a significant amount of time, you have to make means to make it a better place.…