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Understanding Endorphins Natural Pain and Stress Fighters

Depression, Facts, Fitness / PositiveMed

EndorphinsBy: Andres CarvajalEdited By: Stephanie Dawson Endorphins are chemical substances that act as neurotransmitters by the body in response to several situations. With pain, endorphins are an analgesic endogen, produced by the body, not ingested because they inhibit transmission of pain. These endorphins are released within neurons, the chemical structure is similar to morphine, one […]

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15 Happiest States in America

happiness, love & life / PositiveMed

15 Happiest States in America By PositiveMed-Team Edited By: Stephanie Dawson • Hawaii Hawaii is one of the most beautiful holiday destinations in the world. The beautiful beaches, mesmerizing oceans, wonderful weather, and amazing scenery make it one of the most liveable states in the world. For all these reasons Hawaii is the happiest state

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10 People who Lived Long and their Secrets

live longer / PositiveMed

10 People who Lived Long and their Secrets By PositiveMed-Team Edited By: Stephanie Dawson • Jeanne Louise Calment (21 February 1875 – 04 August 1997) Calment’s remarkable health indicated that her life would be long. She started fencing at the age of 85 in 1960 and continued to ride her bicycle until her 100th birthday.

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Profile of a Serial Cheater – Infidelity First Aid Kit

divorce, Relationship / PositiveMed

Profile of a Serial Cheater – Infidelity First Aid Kit To cheat or betray someone will trigger different responses in people, feelings of frustration or guilt are common. What personality traits or feelings are experienced in someone who is a serial cheater, or someone that had a slip? According to studies, men and women cheat

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Memory and Attention Impairment in Schizophrenia

Inspiration / PositiveMed

Memory and Attention Impairment in Schizophrenia By: Andres Carvajal Edited By: Stephanie Dawson Schizophrenia is a complex disease that is not well understood, its a challenge for any psychiatrist, psychologist, or researcher because of the evolution of this condition. All attention has been directed towards understanding the positive symptoms of schizophrenia, which are the most

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Razor Bumps, Causes and Treatments

health, natural remedies, Skin Care / PositiveMed

Razor Bumps, Causes and TreatmentsBy PositiveMed-TeamEdited By: Stephanie Dawson When shaved hair becomes trapped inside the follicle or curls and grows back into the skin razor bumps occur. Irritation and development of pimples are caused by razor bumps. In extreme cases, scarring may happen. To prevent razor bumps: 1. Before shaving takes a shower to

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How to Prevent Back Pain

Pain / PositiveMed

Almost 80% of people around the world will suffer from back pain at some time in their life. Women are more prone to back pain and posture problems. Back pain can get severe enough to stop you from performing simple activities. Some can be avoided by following some simple steps. • Pay attention to your

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10 Things you should Know about Epilepsy

brain, Facts, health / PositiveMed

10 Things you should Know about Epilepsy By PositiveMed-Team Edited By: Stephanie Dawson 1. A seizure disorder is epilepsy Some use the term seizure disorder in an attempt to separate themselves from any association with epilepsy because of their fear. Epilepsy and seizure disorder mean the same thing. A person who has had two or

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10 Early Signs that May Indicate Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer's Disease, brain, infographics / Schei, MD

By Nima Shei MD Early detection is the key in Alzheimer’s Disease. If you know anyone with one or more of these signs you need to consult with a doctor, since alzheimer’s often start with very small and undetectable changes. Alzheimer’s can start in early 50s which you don’t really expect. Early detection can help

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Top 10 Harmful Effects of Steroids

Blood, Fitness / PositiveMed

Top 10 Harmful Effects of Steroids [nextpage title=”…”] Anabolic steroids or steroids are masculinizing hormones that are often used by athletes to increase muscle mass. These steroids has many longterm harmful affects on the athletes that use them regularly: 1. Masculinization This generally happens to females and is caused by increased testosterone. Male pattern baldness,

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Foods that Create and Eliminate Mucus

health, Health and Food, Health Benefits of Foods / PositiveMed

Foods that Create and Eliminate MucusBy Positivemed-TeamEdited By: Stephanie Dawson Mucus in the nose and throat can be annoying. Most people recognize that there are foods that make mucus worse but many don’t know that there are foods you can eat that will make mucus better. Let’s take a look: Foods that create mucus: •

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Top 12 Condom Mistakes

Facts, health / PositiveMed

Top Condom MistakesBy PositiveMed-TeamEdited By: Stephanie Dawson • Not checking for physical damage In a survey it was found that approximately 75% condom users do not pay attention to physical wear and tear that might be there, even if they have opened the condom packet using a sharp object or teeth. • Expiration date not