Summer Banks
Summer Banks is a medical assistant with four years college nursing education. She is a senior health writer for Dietspotlight.com and Featured Contributor in Women's Health, Parenting and Dating & Relationships for Yahoo! Voices. Summer writes primarily health and wellness articles with a focus on pregnancy, fertility, women's health, menopause, vitamins and supplements.
Summer owns and operates a freelance writing business with her husband of nearly 20 years. Topics of interest include sports, celebrity news, business, finance and government.
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Summer owns and operates a freelance writing business with her husband of nearly 20 years. Topics of interest include sports, celebrity news, business, finance and government.
Summer Banks is published on Yahoo! News, Yahoo! Sports, Your Wisdom by Yahoo!, Yahoo! OMG, Yahoo! Shine and Yahoo! Finance.
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Elderly at Risk of Supplement-Prescription Drug InteractionsHerbal supplements may interact with prescription medications, causing dangerous side effects.
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USDA School Lunch Changes: Huge Step in the Wrong Direction for Kids' HealthChanges in school lunch menus are needed to improve student health, but the USDA is focusing on all the wrong changes and spending billions in the process.
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Is Early Puberty Linked to Increased Risk of Breast Cancer?More girls are starting puberty before the age of 10. Is our next generation at increased risk of breast cancer due to early puberty?
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If You’re Unhappy and You Know It: Clap Your Hands for a Better LifeIf you life is filled with coffee, colds and late afternoon naps, maybe you're in need of a few life changes to get back that verve you've lost.
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Are School PDA Rules Hindering Relationship Development?Public displays of affection are important for relationship and social development from elementary school to adulthood - but schools often prohibit social contact and touch between students.
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Should Peanuts Be Banned from School Sporting Events?Peanut allergies are deadly for some children. At school sporting events, should peanuts be banned from the masses to save a select few lives?
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What Should an Athlete Eat Between Competitive Events?Between athletic events, athletes should consume a healthy combination of carbohydrates and fluids to restore lost fuel and electrolytes.Also published on:
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Hand Washing Machines: Top 3 Alternatives for Less Than $100Hand washing machines are used to reduce environmental impact, save on electric bills, and wash laundry loads too small for a standard washing machine. For large families, there are three options for hand washing machines that can handle the big loads.
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Are Nutrition Needs the Same for All Young Athletes?Young athletes need personalized nutrition plans to ensure proper muscle and bone growth. No general plan will work for all young athletes.Also published on:
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Money-Starved Americans Push Mitt Romney Toward NominationMitt Romney has more money behind his campaign than any other candidate and that money may be the reason for his nomination.Also published on:
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Is America Ready for a Mormon President?In less than 10 months the American people will have to decide between an African-American President and a Mormon President. Are the American people ready to accept Mormonism in the White House?Also published on:
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Do Peanut Allergies Pass to Baby in Breastmilk?You're allergic to peanuts - will that allergy pass to baby in breastmilk?
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Can I Use My Epi-Pen While Pregnant?Epinephrine causes your heart to race, leaving less oxygen for your fetus - is the Epi-Pen injection worth the risk? -
Exercise Mania: Does Extreme Exercise Worsen Bipolar Symptoms?Extreme exercise promotes happy hormones that led me to overeat and gain weight despite sticking with my workout program.
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Will Our Marriage Survive Our Home Business?Co-founding a small business as a married couple could mean disaster for your marriage unless you learn the tricks of the trade from seasoned business owners.
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Energy Drinks: What Are Teen Athletes Drinking?Teens consume energy drinks without regard for ingredients or potential health risks. What is your teen athlete really consuming?Also published on:
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Teens Can Use Social Media to Research and ReportTeens can use social media to collect information for science fair projects and other research projects.
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Gadhafi’s Death Increases Threat of WarGashafi's death could spark a ripple effect leading future conflicts. Is the United States to blame for this new threat?Also published on:
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Is Red Sox Dugout Drinking Harmful to Athletes?Have a few drinks tonight and feel the effects on athletic performance for weeks. Red Sox dugout drinking is not safe for athletes.Also published on: -
The Truth About Coffee Benefits and Women’s HealthOne minute coffee benefits are all over the front page of the newspaper. The next minute women should avoid coffee all together. Does coffee offer any real promise of improved health? -
7 Lies Women Tell Husbands and WhyAll women lie to their husbands, but are these lies worth it if he finds out? -
Is it Ever Okay to Get Drunk Around Your Kids?Just because I choose to get drunk once in a while does not mean I'm a horrible parent - or does it? -
First Person: I Saved 50% on My Grocery Bill and Stayed HealthyJust because I have less money to spend on groceries does not mean I can give my family unhealthy foods. I saved 50% on my grocery bill and stayed healthy. -
Dealing with a Teen that Pushes Your ButtonsButton pushing 101 is a lesson teens must learn outside of the home, but it's one they learn very well. Parents must react, but overreacting is the wrong way to deal with the situation. -
Wilmington, N.C., Area Residents Laughing Off Hurricane IreneHurricane Hazel destroyed Oak Island, N.C. Hurricane Donna skimmed the coast with 100-mile-per-hour winds. What will Hurricane Irene leave behind?Also published on: -
His Mom Hit Him: Will He Hit Me?The first time he grabbed me my world changed. The last time he grabbed me; he told me he loved me. Teen violence in relationships may be programmed from childhood. -
Fall Back to Family Traditions: 10 Outdoor Activities I Passed on to My TweenThe leaves are falling and the weather's turning cooler. Now is the perfect time for jumping rainbows, hunting fungus and throwing a few mud pies. -
Should BMI play a factor in professional sports?The number of obese players in the NFL has skyrocketed, but the NFL still doesn't think there's a problem. Will the future of the NFL include BMI regulations?Also published on: -
10 Community Service Ideas for High School StudentsHigh school community service opportunities are out there; all you have to do it open your eyes. -
5 Things You Didn't Know About EpiPensIf you need an EpiPen to fight an anaphylactic reaction to allergies, you may not know everything you need to know about your medication.
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10 Questions You Should Ask Your Child's School About Food Allergy SafetyFood allergies can kill a child in two minutes or less. Does your child's school understand how to react when anaphylaxis begins?
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Like Mother Like Daughter: Is Suicide Genetic?My mother was bipolar. I am bipolar. My mother committed suicide. Am I next? -
Can Americans Stand Tall with the Debt Ceiling So Low?Cutting $2.4 trillion does not sound like a debt solution to the American people.Also published on:
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8 Things You Can RecycleThe time has come to start recycling, but you have no idea where to start. Lots of items around the home can be recycled and some end up in the most interesting of places. -
Let's make a baby: Top 5 fertile sex positionsDid you know that certain sex positions improve the chances of getting pregnant? Here are five sex positions that leave sperm in just the right location for that trip to the egg. -
Sperm Retention Theory, Female Orgasm and FertilityThe sperm retention theory gives women a reason to hope when pregnancy seems impossible. I used this theory to conceive my four children after being told I was infertile. -
Polypharmacy and Mental Health: Dangers of a Bipolar CocktailAt first, my bipolar cocktail worked wonders controlling my bipolar symptoms, then things started getting crazy. In the end, I was sitting in a pool of blood wondering where my life had gone. -
Is Black Cohosh the Biggest Scam in Natural Menopause Treatment?Take black cohosh and you'll feel cooler in minutes! If that were the case, women in menopause could reduce the risks associated with hormone therapy--but black cohosh may be a scam. -
Probiotics, Bariatric Surgery and Weight LossTaking probiotics helps bariatric patients lose more weight and it may help other obese and overweight dieters as well, but how much do you have to take? -
Grief Depression and Clinical Depression: Understanding the SignsFighting symptoms of depression is hard, but what happens when suddenly someone you love passes away? Grief depression compounds depression symptoms and understanding the stages of grief could be lifesaving. -
How to Treat Dry Skin in Cats and Dogs with Fish OilFish oil is a natural treatment for itchy, scaly skin in humans. Can dogs and cats take advantage of this natural skin care treatment? -
How to Balance Life and an Early College High School StudentMy daughter is studying for an associate's degree in high school. Juggling family time, work time and study time is one of the greatest challenges a parent can face, but careful planning makes the balancing act much easier. -
How to Help Your Child Prepare for an Early College High School EducationEarly college high school students complete high school in half the time. Advanced study techniques, time management and a bit of family fun keeps students on track. -
How to Choose the Right Dog as Your Family PetMom, I want a chihuahua. But, mom...I want a Great Dane. Before choosing the best dog breed for your family, do a little research and spend a little time with each breed. -
How to Outline Articles Faster in 5 Simple StepsWhile you're researching topics for the day, I am blazing through 15 to 20 articles. Outlining articles faster means writing more articles and earning more money every day. -
How to Help Your Child Ace an Early College High School ApplicationMy daughter wanted to gain admission to an early college high school to earn free college credits so I did everything I could to help her achieve that goal. She was chosen out of a pool of more than 1,000 applicants - here's how.
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How to Help Your Child Stand Out on an Early College High School ApplicationWith a little preparation and the right set of skills, your child can gain acceptance to an early college high school and earn free college credits.
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I'm Too Womanly for My Own Health: The Link Between Menopause, Fat Loss, and Estrogen OverloadWeight loss decreases the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, but for women in menopause, it could cause serious health problems. -
What Are the First Signs of Pregnancy After Sex?It can take days for the sperm to meet the egg, but once the meeting is complete '" changes start immediately. -
How to Avoid PregnancyWhen the time is not right, you need to know how to avoid pregnancy with safe and effective means.
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How to Communicate with Your DoctorDoctors see what's in a patient chart, but they cannot see what happens outside of the office. Communicating with your doctor is crucial to taking control of medical care. -
Are You Choosing the Right Text Message Plan?Do you have the right text message plan to save your family money? -
Quack Diets May Lead to Weight Gain, Cramping and DeathWeight loss requires more than eating a bit of cabbage or drinking fruit juice. These quack diets will end in rebound weight gain and potential health risks, including death.
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Can Nibbling at Foods Make You Fat?All it takes is a nibble or a taste to add 15 pounds to your growing waist. -
How to Reset Your "Appestat" and Reduce HungerIs it time to reset your "appestat"? -
That Time of the Month: What to Eat During MenstruationAre you feeling run down during your menstrual cycle? It could be a lack of iron causing that fatigue. -
How to Prevent Growth-Plate Injury in Young AthletesGrowth plates in young athletes are still soft and susceptible to injury. Growth-plate injuries are preventable. -
3 Tips to Weed Out Bad Online Medical InformationWith hundreds of thousands of medical articles, tips and websites on the Internet, searching for relevant, trustworthy information is a huge undertaking. Here are a few tips to help you find the best information available online. -
Ideas for the Wedding Apron GameTired of the same old, boring wedding apron game? Why not spice up the wedding apron game with a little bit of fun?
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Community College Options Near Wilmington, North CarolinaStudents in the Wilmington, North Carolina area have three community college solutions to choose from to meet continuing education needs.
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Lindsay Lohan Shaves Head for Charity: Or was it Justin Bieber or Britney Spears?In the ever-evolving world of celebrity news, readers are pounded with a constant stream of irrelevant information that garners more page views than any relevant news story on the planet.
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Tourist Beach Motels in Carolina Beach, North CarolinaMotels in Carolina Beach offer beach access, fun activities for kids and affordable lodging on the Atlantic Ocean. -
Tourist Beach Hotels Near Wrightsville Beach, North CarolinaOn the coast of the Atlantic Ocean near Wilmington, North Carolina is Wrightsville Beach. Guests travel to this secluded area throughout the spring, summer and fall staying in hotels near the ocean. -
Tourist Hotels and Condos in Carolina Beach, North CarolinaThe summer months are on the horizon and Carolina Beach offers a small town feel with big city amenities including an up-scale hotel and condos. -
How One Family's Financial Ruin Uncovered an Athletic GiftShe's 5'8" tall at the age of 12. She wears a size 11 shoe and scores more than 20 points a game. She has only played basketball for less than three months and she owes her dream to her family's financial troubles. -
How I'm Dealing With a Broke Retirement FutureAt 35, my retirement years are fast approaching. How will I ever be able to survive retirement with I have $0 in a traditional retirement savings plan. -
How to Stop the IRS From Taking Your Tax RefundOwing a tax debt to the IRS means the IRS can take your tax refund. There are ways to stop the IRS from taking that refund ... for a while. -
Pregnancy After Hysterectomy: The Intra-Abdominal PregnancyAfter a woman has a hysterectomy, the uterus is removed and she is no longer able to conceive children. In rare cases, however, a viable intra-abdominal pregnancy has occurred, resulting in a live birth.
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Early Menopause Health Risks: Osteopenia and OsteoporosisEarly menopause may feel like the gift of freedom from menstrual cycles, but there could be silent health risks just waiting to strike - osteopenia and osteoporosis. -
Pregnancy After Partial Hysterectomy: Can I Get Pregnant with a Partial Uterus?A partial hysterectomy does not mean an end to fertility. In some cases, women can still conceive after a partial hysterectomy. -
Saving Money With Budget MeatsFrom red stickers to slashed prices, budget minded shoppers are cutting costs at the grocery store by any means necessary and that includes buying budget meats.
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Teen Athletes and Supplements: What Are Teens Taking to Improve Performance?Before the advent of supplementation, multivitamins were the supplement of choice. Child athletes turned into teen athletes and teen athletes turned into college stars without creatine, sports drinks and fat burners '" but is that still the same today?
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Oxidants and Antioxidants: How Much is Too Much Antioxidant?Antioxidants are marketed as a natural treatment for aging skin and weight loss, among many other health concerns. In a world of acai berry, goji berry and green tea '" all strong antioxidants, how are the healthy oxidants supposed to survive? -
First Person: My 10 Year Window of FertilityAt 21, I was infertile. By 31, I was sterile. How did I manage to defy the odds of medical science and have four children despite underdeveloped ovaries, endometriosis, adenomyosis and external endometrial cysts?
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How to Throw a Dinner Party on $20It's Thursday and you have a dinner party planned for Friday night. You have only $20 extra for the party. How will you ever keep it together?
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First Person: 5 Things We Can All Learn from the Less FortunateSomeone says the word "poor" and everyone in the room turns with a look of disgust on their face. Poor people live life with smiles on their face and no bills to worry about. Most of use can learn a thing or 5 from them.
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Did Pregnant Pink Reveal an Eating Disorder?Pink is not so happy she missed out on morning sickness. The star could have "lost some weight", she says. Is this an eating disorder in disguise?
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Top 5 Vegetables for the Atkins Diet InductionWant to eat more on Atkins? Try low carbohydrate vegetables to increase foundation carbs and fiber in your diet while eating more food.
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Top 5 Fruits for the Atkins Low Carb DietYou can have your fruit and eat it too on the Atkins low carb diet. Low carbohydrate dieting does not mean you have to give up some of the healthiest food on Earth. -
Top 5 Best Meats for the Atkins DietOn the Atkins low carb diet you have to eat fat and meat - but that does not mean all meat is created equal. -
Top 5 New Atkins Diet TricksEven a strong diet like the Atkins low carb plan can be improved. The New Atkins offers a few new tricks to help you lose more weight. -
Top 5 Reasons You Have Constipation on AtkinsYou've made it through the first two weeks on the Atkins low carb diet program only to find you cannot use the bathroom. Constipation is a common problem, but the cause it not Atkins, it is your eating habits.
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Top 5 Alternative Treatments for Pregnancy SicknessYou are having a beautiful baby, but this pregnancy sickness is all you can think about. Try these alternative treatments for morning sickness and start loving your pregnancy again. -
Top 5 Signs Pregnancy Sickness is SevereSevere morning sickness or pregnancy sickness can quickly lead to complications or death. These signs will help you judge whether your morning sickness is just common or severe.
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Top 5 Causes of Pregnancy SicknessYou wake up one morning and feel like you have the flu - this is pregnancy sickness. Not every expecting woman will feel like running to the porcelain God during pregnancy, but those who do may want to know why they have pregnancy sickness.
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How to Lose Weight with Sexy Lifestyle ChangesEvery year you make another New Year's resolution to lose weight, but a couple weeks or months later that resolution is given up for that double cheeseburger and extra large order of fries. This year think sexy and learn how to lose weight for good. -
4 Metabolism Boosting Slimming Diets and ToolsYou want to lose weight but have no idea where to start. You need metabolism boosting slimming diet or tool that is safe and effective '" or maybe you need four to choose from.
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Can I Have Lap Band Weight Loss Surgery After Gastric Bypass Weight Loss Surgery?Failing to lose weight after gastric bypass surgery leaves a patient with two options '" have a second gastric bypass procedure or revert to lap ban weight loss surgery to achieve weight loss goals.
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Can I Have Gastric Bypass Weight Loss Surgery After Lap Band Weight Loss Surgery?If lap band weight loss surgery was not enough to help a patient reach weight loss goals, gastric bypass weight loss surgery may be the next step.
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Low Carb Diet Plan: Eco-Atkins Vs Traditional AtkinsThe traditional Atkins low carb diet plan has been popular since its inception. Recently, a vegan or vegetarian alternative, Eco-Atkins, has popped up, but is Eco-Atkins as successful as traditional Atkins for weight loss?
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How Will Ehler Danlos Affect Childbirth?Ehler Danlos affects connective tissues of the body. Natural and cesarean delivery can be complicated if the pregnant patient has EDS. -
How Will Ehler Danlos Affect My Pregnancy?Ehler Danlos, a connective tissue disorder, can affect pregnancy with increased risk of pre-term birth and floppy baby syndrome.
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4 Green Baby Tips for Raising a Green BabyThere are plenty of shops and specialty stores selling green baby care products. These products still have a significant carbon footprint on the earth, so how do you raise an infant in a "green" family? -
Chocolate's Last Stand: Romantic Dessert RecipeThis recipe is far more dangerous than any Death by Chocolate recipe. After eating Chocolate's Last Stand, you will bow down to the chocolate Gods understanding, for the first time in life, the true power of chocolate.
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Valentines Day Gifts: I'm Broke with No MoneyYou need Valentines Day gifts and you have exactly ZERO dollars. How in the world are you going to keep your lover around without a dime.
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How to Create Facebook Profile ArtHave you seen the awesome Facebook art posted all over the Internet? You can update your Facebook profile with Facebook art in a few quick and easy steps. -
Top Five Call of Duty Black Ops FunniesYou have your screamers, yellers and crap talkers on Call of Duty Black Ops. Among the meaningless banter there is an occasional funny. -
Top Five Gifts to Give when You're BrokeYou're broke and embarrassed. There is nothing worse than going to a party empty handed, so this time give a gift when you're broke and enjoy the fun times. -
Freelance Tips: What Do I Do when Payments and Earnings Don't Go Through?As a freelance writer online, there will be times when payments are expected o a given date but they simply do not go through. During these times, there are productive ways to push through the hardship.
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Dinner in a Jar Recipe: Holiday Spice CookiesThis holiday season take back some of that time spent baking with a little thought out preparation. When guests stop by or you forget to plan for dessert, a dinner in a jar recipe for holiday spice cookies saves the day '" and they taste amazing.
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Tips for Taking Home the Placenta: PlacentophagyMothers all over the world choose to take the placenta home from the hospital and ingest it in capsule or meal form. The placenta is thought to promote good maternal health and help recovery, but how does the placenta make it home without spoiling?
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The Millennium Campaign: Achieving Goals in Maternal and Child HealthBy 2015, the Millennium Campaign vows to reduce maternal mortality, increase access to reproductive care and reduce the child mortality rate by 2/3.
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Food Allergies and Prenatal Vitamins: Is Your Prenatal Vitamin Harmful to Your Health?Obstetricians offer advice on which prenatal vitamins are the best during pregnancy. What if those suggestions could lead to significant health risks associated with food allergies? -
Teen Drug Slang: Blueberries, French Fries and Eggs Are Not Healthy AnymoreTeens are taking prescription medications and illegal drugs for an instant high at an alarming rate. With slangs like blueberries, French fries and eggs, how can a parent keep up with the newest life threatening trend? -
Fight Food Poisoning with Cold Meals and Hors D'OeuvresWhen friends and family come over for a bit of relaxation and good company, they don't want to leave with a case of food poisoning. Instead of trying to keep hot foods hot '" try keeping cold foods cold. -
Impact the Environment with Green Exercise Alternatives and Produce EnergyNeed another reason to go out and take a walk or visit the local gym for a sprint on the stationary bike? What if you could generate energy to impact your community or home electric bill in the process?
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Gastric Bypass Offers Poor Help for Long Term Weight Loss, Appetite and Eating HabitsPatients seek out gastric bypass to lose weight and improve health, but the effects of the surgery are only short term with weight loss, appetite and eating habits changing for only 12 to 18 months after surgery.
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Let's Move Campaign and President's Challenge: The Obamas Help Adults Lose Weight TooIn an attempt to fight childhood obesity, Michelle Obama has started the Let's Move campaign. Unlike other Presidential or First Lady obesity campaigns in the past, the Let's Move campaign is open for adults and children alike. -
First Person Medical Experience: Treating Eczema with Salt WaterWater is typically regarded as an irritant for children with severe eczema. After spending more than four years fighting the condition, salt water saved our daughter's skin. -
Family Spring Break "Staycation" Ideas for Oak Island, North CarolinaPut your wallet back in your pocket and spend spring break in Oak Island, North Carolina for an insanely small amount of money. Beach camping, ferry rides and thousands of fish await.
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First Person Experience Living on Less Money: Saying Goodbye to a $100,000 a Year JobThe jump was one made with faith, love and family support, but moving from a $100,000 a year income to less than half that is something we could never have planned for. Living on less money is hard, but well worth the change.
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Mark Hash: A High School Coach Teaching No BoundariesAt 5'4" tall, I was not made for shot put and discus, but Mark Hash taught me there were no boundaries in life that could hold me down. -
7 Signs Your Personal Finances Have Hit Rock BottomEveryone has that friend or family member that is constantly complaining about being "broke" while drinking a $5 cup of coffee. There is a difference between spending too much and being in financial dire straits.
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7 Tips for Choosing Part-Time EmploymentIf a part time job is all that you can find, make sure you are receiving the most from your employment. These 7 tips for choosing part time employment cover everything from benefits to pay. -
Job Search Tips: Weighing Part-Time and Full-Time Employment BenefitsIn a nation plagued with unemployment, there is a constant personal debate over part-time verses full-time job acceptance. When is a part-time job just as important as a full-time position? -
10 Things I'd Tell the 15 Year Old Summer BanksWith mouth to ear, I tell the 15 year old Summer Banks a few of the things she should have known. -
10 Favorite Childrens Books to Read to My Little OnesHaving children is one of the most rewarding things in life. Sitting down and reading one of my 10 favorite books for children is like heaven on earth.
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Chicken Soup Recipes: China, Columbia and BulgariaThere is nothing better than a warm bowl of chicken soup, also known as Jewish Penicillin, to fight off that nasty cold. The classic American chicken soup recipe is not the only one capable of healing. -
Kindle Consumer Product Review: Must Have or Maybe LaterThe Kindle eReader is a hot ticket item - but do consumers love the Kindle as much as they could? -
Alternative Morning Sickness Treatments: Doctor ApprovedJust because a baby is growing inside your womb does not mean you cannot be sick and tired of morning sickness. Fight off morning sickness with alternative treatments approved by an obstetrician.
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Over-the-Counter Cold Medications Pregnant Women Should Not TakeThere is nothing worse than having a horrible cold and being pregnant. Most obstetricians will offer a list of approved cold medications for pregnant women.
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High Risk of Low Birth Weight Not Affected by Support ProgramsWomen who are pregnant need support from family members and medical professionals, but programs set up to intervene in a pregnancy with the sole purpose of reducing the threat of low birth weight are not effective, according to clinical research.
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Hilton Head Metabolism Diet - Dangerous Combination of Diet and ExerciseThe Hilton Head Metabolism Diet by Dr. Peter M. Miller combines a very low calorie diet with 40 minutes of daily exercise '" weight loss is bound to happen, but is this type of weight loss diet safe?
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The Hamptons Diet - a Low Carbohydrate Miracle?Created by a medical director from the Atkins Diet camp, is the Hamptons Diet that different from other low carbohydrate weight loss plans?
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Weight Loss Teas - the Good, the Bad and the DangerousLosing weight with weight loss tea is a healthy choice, in some cases. Not all teas are created equal and some can be quite dangerous.
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I Told You to Never Close the DoorNew house, new husband, new life '" Heather had it all but she could never figure out why James told her to never close the bedroom door. -
Treating Child Sickness with Alternative MethodsYour child wakes up in the middle of the night with a cough or a tummy ache, but you don't have cough syrup or children's tummy medication. There are two choices '" you can run to the store or treat the symptoms with alternative methods. -
Bringing Medical Images to Life: Medical Image AnalysisSoon, medical technology will allow doctors to see patients inside and out as if looking through the skin. -
HIPPA-Compliant Software: Enhancing Security for the Protection of PatientsHIPAA-compliant software accommodates federal regulations protecting patient information. Is your software compliant? -
Imaging: Making Medical Imaging Mobile with CompressionThere is more to that medical image than just a quick stop in the radiology department. Take a look inside DICOM and JPEG 2000 and what these technologies have done for medical imaging
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Medical Imaging Software: More Than Just a PictureAdvanced medical imaging software can take a picture of the heart, slice it in half and give doctors an internal view of every valve - in color. -
The Role of the Medical Imaging Nurse (MIN)The medical imaging nurse has a job that must balance nursing with radiology. -
Thrifty Toys for Kids: Second Hand Kids Toys DangerousSpending an afternoon hopping from one yard sale to the next could save a parent a lot of money on Christmas toy shopping. Those toys, however, could be deadly. -
Squinkies and Calico Critters - Two Hot Toys, Two Choking HazardsThis year's two hottest Christmas toys are marketed toward the wrong age group. No choking warnings found on official websites for Squinkies and Calico Critters.
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Top 5 Shoulder Length Hairstyles for 2011They're hot, they're hip, they're the top 5 shoulder length hairstyles of 2011. Don't get the wrong cut! -
Top 5 Long Hair Styles for 2011Take it to the streets or to the red carpet, these top 5 long hair styles of 2011 are sure to keep things hot even in the cold months of winter. -
Top 5 Free Websites to Back Up Files for Data RecoveryRunning out of the house, you look back and notice your laptop sitting on the table. There is no time as a tornado siren is sounding. This may be a drastic example, but are your photos safe from natural disaster?
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Top 5 Weirdest Words My Parents Taught MeThe life lessons my parents taught me are no where near as funny as their misuse of everyday words. Take a gander and have a laugh - we all need one. -
Top 5 Green Shopping Websites for the Eco-Friendly ShopperShop smart, shop green, shop online or local environmentalist.
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Top 5 Preparation Tips for Tornado CountryTornado preparation is not for the few moments after the siren sounds, but that does not mean a family cannot be prepared for tornado watches and warnings. -
How to Keep Your Children Safe This Halloween by Giving Back to OthersBoo! Halloween is right around the corner. It is the perfect time for parents to review the best Halloween safety precautions to keep children safe while celebrating this scary holiday.
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Are You Positive About Your HIV Status?According to a new report by the Centers for Disease Control, 44% of gay and bisexual men who are HIV positive have no idea they have contracted the disease. Are you positive about your HIV status? -
Top 5 Parts of a Web ArticleWeb articles or web content are far different from print publications. Before setting off to write online, read these tips to familiarize yourself with the difference.
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Top 5 Ways Parents Can Reduce Christmas SpendingStrict budgets can leave parents feeling poor during the Christmas holiday. Let us all remember the true meaning of Christmas this year with inexpensive gifts and no credit card bills. -
Top 5 Dangerous Diet Pill IngredientsBefore swallowing that trendy diet pill, make sure you know the risks associated with the ingredients. -
Top 5 Google Tweaks and Tools for WritersGoogle offers free tools for writers, so take advantage of the free why don't ya? -
Top 5 Short Hairstyles for 2011Get to the salon and cut those locks for a funky, new and exciting short style everyone is sure to love. -
Top 5 Steps to Making Money Writing OnlineSo you want to be a writer? There are a few things you need to do before you can land that first, big freelancing gig.
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Top 5 Vegetables for Weight LossVegetables are a great way to fill the tummy and narrow the waste. What vegetables are the best for weight loss?
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How to Ease into Sex After MenopauseIt is no secret that menopause can drain the desire to have sex and replace that desire with hot, molten lava. When sex is the last thing on your mind, maybe he just needs to work a little harder on creating a new kind of heat.
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Treatment Options for Surgical Menopause After Breast CancerAfter fighting a tough battle with breast cancer, many women are faced with an important decision. Should I have a hysterectomy to decrease chances of relapse or new cancer growth? -
How to Brainstorm for More Detailed Article Marketing IdeasWhoa, that was a great idea, but what do I write next?
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Can Outsourcing Article Submission Increase Traffic Faster?Article submission means targeted traffic. Can outsourcing these articles create a faster income stream? -
How Can a Landlord Use Rental Software?Are you looking to become a landlord? Rental software can make the process quick, easy and tax friendly. -
Is Your Content Marketing Relationships or Sales?With millions of Internet websites, it's hard for the average consumer to sort through all the information to choose your website. Will relationship marketing help?
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Will Google Instant Kill Long Tailed Keywords?The new Google Instant is primed to be the greatest change in search history, but will it hurt more than help? -
Your Big Fat Boyfriend Diet: Is Love Causing You to Stay Fat?Your Big Fat Boyfriend Diet was developed around the idea that being in a relationship causing weight gain. Created by Jenna Bergen, the diet focuses on metabolism, date night ideas and recipes for men and women to share. -
Burn Stored Fat Fast with the Kekwick DietDo you want to lose more fat in the next 10 days than ever before? The Kekwick Diet is created for people following a low carbohydrate eating plan who have trouble achieving ketosis or lipolysis.
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Parenting the Interracial Child: Interracial DatingIt is inevitable that your child will be in an interracial relationship. He or she can learn from your experience, or try to blaze their own way, but parents cannot choose a racial side. -
Parenting an Interracial Child: Dating Tips for TeensInterracial teens head out into the dating world as a group of minorities far smaller than any other sector of the population. Dating as an interracial teen inevitably will involve interracial dating, so how does the teen know how to react? -
Parenting the Interracial Child: Dealing with Negative Media PerceptionsInterracial children are faced with two sides to every story. When media perceptions paint negative images of one race or the other, parents must step in and discuss the situation.
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Top 7 Unhealthiest Italian Foods to Order OutItalian food is laden with whole milk cheeses and white flour. Those two ingredients alone account for a huge number of calories. The 7 unhealthiest Italian foods to order out pack in 600 to 1000 calories or more per order.
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Teaching a Child Trust Early: Multi-Racial Parenting TipIn order for a multi-racial child to grow and prosper with confidence, they need to learn trust for those who can make life better and teach them along the way.
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Ordering Pet Heartworm Prevention Without a Prescription: PetDrugs.ComWithout a prescription, pet parents must pay for a veterinarian visit, heartworm test and heartworm medication. PetDrugs.com is an inexpensive alternative for ordering prescriptions heartworm medications without a prescription. -
Parenting the Interracial Child: Teaching Both Sides of the StoryTeaching interracial children about the history and culture of their ancestors is something schools are not required to do. Parents must teach children about the past in an unbiased manner to prepare them for the future.
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Questions About Home Pregnancy Tests AnsweredWhen using a home pregnancy test, many women have questions regarding how to use the test, when to use the test and how accurate a home pregnancy test is. Having answers to these questions and more can help many women feel better about the result. -
Is Multi-Racial Parenting More Difficult?Raising children of two or more races comes with a unique set of parenting guidelines. For these parents, everything is not white and white.
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Lipozene Fat Burner ReviewLipozene is marketed as a strong fat burner that can help a dieter shed inches and weight. According to the official website, more than 10 million bottles have been sold, but does that mean the supplement is effective?
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Heart Attack or Caffeine Overdose: How Caffeine Can Cause Heart Attack SymptomsWhen drinking that morning cup of coffee, not many people think about the negative side effects often associated with caffeine overdose. Some symptoms of caffeine overdose can closely mirror heart attack symptoms. -
Vaccination Guidelines for Pregnant WomenThere are times during pregnancy when a woman may be faced with vaccination. Not all immunizations are safe for use during pregnancy and many have never been tested on pregnant women. Which vaccines are safe and which are not? -
Is Technology in Education Causing Child / Parent Stress?When I attended middle school and high school, homework was reserved for weekends and reading lists included 5 to 10 books for the entire year. Advances in technology have opened a world of information that may be causing stress on children and parents. -
Hurricane Earl Makes Landfall: First Rain and Cloud Pictures from Oak Island, NCAs the storm trackers continue to hope and pray Hurricane Earl turns due north, the beaches of Oak Island, NC are seeing the first signs of landfall with heavy clouds and rain from Hurricane Earl. -
Will Hurricane Igor and Potential Hurricane Julia Hit the East Coast?Two new storms have been named, after an active hurricane season. Past hurricanes could tell us more about the path Hurricane Igor and potential Hurricane Julia could take. -
Hurricane Earl First Person Update: NC Coastal Island Residents Still WaitingOn Oak Island, NC residents are still waiting for the final piece of information that could spark preparation efforts. Locals are eerily comfortable with the wait. -
Michael Douglas Stage 4 Throat Cancer: Laughing His Way to RecoveryDespite being given a diagnosis of stage 4 throat cancer, Michael Douglas is still making jokes and laughing with David Letterman. -
Hard Candy, Apple ITouch and Progressive Product MarketingIf you want your mobile device to look cooler than ever, Hard Candy Cases has something for you. They even have a case for the Apple iTouch 4G with integrated camera - even though the product has yet to be developed. -
Where Will Potential Hurricane Fiona Hit the East Coast?With Hurricane Earl on everyone's mind - Fiona is sneaking up packing quite a punch. While the storm may never hit a category 4 Hurricane like Hurricane Earl, there is little doubt the effect could be powerful.
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Lady Gaga's Facebook Page Sucks!Lady Gaga is the ultimate Facebook fan page multi-millionaire. She rules the Internet when it comes to connecting with her fans - so why does Lady Gaga's Facebook page suck?
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Teenagers Who Smoke Are More DepressedSome teens choose to smoke because of peer pressure while others use it to self medicate. If your teen is smoking to dull life, they could be more apt to suffer from depression. -
Update on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Mirrors Human ComplexityMaslow created the idea behind the Hierarchy of Needs in the 1940s. Changes over the last few decades sparked an idea for a team of psychologists at Arizona State University. The result was a pyramid of complexity that not everyone agrees with. -
Colon, High Fiber Diets and AnxietyColon health is on the forefront of many media reports. High fiber diets are considered the safest choice for optimal colon health, but can high fiber diets cause anxiety and worse problems? -
Worst Exercises for Pregnant WomenExercise is a crucial part of pregnancy to maintain fetal and maternal health. Just because the doctor wants to hear your hearts been moving, does not mean every exercise is safe. What are the worst exercises for pregnant women?
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Fighting Herpes with Medication During Pregnancy Deemed SafeResearchers are constantly testing drugs for possible fetal health implications. Recent research has found that treating herpes with medication during the first three months of pregnancy, safe. -
6 Hurricane Health Threats: Coping with DisasterWhen a hurricane is headed straight toward your town or city, time flies by with evacuations and preparation. What many people forget are the health concerns that may plague the area after the storm has passed.
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Top 5 Cheap Kids Halloween CostumesHalloween can cost parents a ton of money and the costumes are only worn for a few hours. Save some money this year on cheap Halloween costumes. -
10 Healthier Foods at Burger KingEating out does not have to mean spending 1,500 calories on a single meal. Fast food restaurants like Burger King offer healthy choices on the menu and none require ordering fries with that. -
Should You Diet when You're Sick with Reduced Calories?In the middle of your new and exciting diet, you come down with a horrid cold. Should you diet when you are sick with a reduced calorie meal plan?
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When Should Parents Suggest ADHD Testing?Some children are active, hyper and fun - others fight with the ability to control moods and movement. Testing for ADHD is not simple and requires six months of dedication and journaling. -
10 Healthy Foods that Could Make You SickNo one wants to fix a delicious meal only to suffer from food poisoning or other food borne illness soon after. Unfortunately, some of the ingredients Americans use for meals every day are included on the top 10 foods that might make you sick.
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Early Detection of Premature Labor Takes a Huge Step ForwardStudents at John's Hopkins University took on the task of creating an early detection device for premature labor with a passion. Out of that passion they created a revolutionary early detection device.
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5 Classic Gross Halloween Treats with InstructionsHalloween is all about being scared and grossed out all in the same night. You know you want to feed your kids eyeballs during your Halloween party along with some other classic gross Halloween treats.
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5 Christmas Gifts for New Wii Owners in 2010Wii want you to buy the best Christmas gifts for new console owners. Instead of packing a bunch of $10 games on the shelf, why not buy something they really need? -
Eating Common Protein in Uncommon WaysEvery dieter knows protein is essential in a weight loss diet. Lean proteins can be difficult to measure in terms of calorie and fat impact. There are alternatives to common protein sources for dieters. -
Phenethylamine: Why Some Weight Loss Supplements Are Bad for BipolarsBeing bipolar shouldn't stop you from trying to lose weight, but that weight loss supplement could stop you from controlling mood swings. Phenethylamine is not a healthy bipolar weight loss ingredient.
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Global Fund Asks President Obama for $6 BillionAccording to emails circulating to One.org members and news portals online, the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria needs $6 billion over the next three years and they're asking President Obama for the money. -
Slimquick Naturals for Women: Effective Weight Loss Solution?It seems a new weight loss supplement hits the market every day. With obesity being a major epidemic, people are looking for a fast, natural way to lose weight, but is Slimquick Naturals that solution? -
Is Your Unique Selling Proposition Going to Catapult You into Internet Marketing GoldWhat you may think is a new and exciting idea in Internet marketing could be a dud that someone already tried. Before launching that surefire campaign, do a little market research and create a unique selling proposition. -
The Importance of Headline Testing in Your Internet Marketing CampaignSome marketing campaigns will be successful and others will horribly fail. How much of an Internet marketing campaign's success is based on marketing headlines?
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Just like in Offline Advertising, a Marketing Mix is Important in Web AdvertisingOffline marketing is a thing of the past for many Internet marketers. Old school tricks, however, may be the key to Internet marketing success. -
Marketing on Forums: Guide to the Dos and Dont's of Forum MarketingForums are like social networks with decades of wisdom. Before Facebook, Myspace, and Twitter forums were where people connected to share. There are millions of forum users today, but many forums have strict rules to follow.
