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Fungal Infections: Tinea Versicolor

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Fungal infections include a host of divergent disorders ranging from the most minor to the more serious.  Tinea Versicolor is one of the most minor infections, but one that can be difficult to eradicate entirely.

What is the difference between Bacteria and Virus?

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Infections are typically caused by two very different types of germs: viruses, and bacteria. Despite their very different properties, they are commonly confused and referred to in the wrong way. This article seeks to clear the confusion and explain the difference between these two nefarious forces in our lives.

4 Immune Boosting Foods

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 Tis the season to catch a cold. Unfortunately, when the weather changes so do our bodies and our immune systems tend to be weaker than normal. In order to fend off the cold and boost your immune system , eat the following immunity boosting foods:

Avoiding The Swine Flu

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If you haven’t heard of the swine flu by now, you must have been living under a rock for the past 3 months. On June 10, 2009 the World Health Organization declared the H1N1 Flu to a level 6 which classifies it as a global epidemic. This flu is now in many countries around the world and there are thousands of cases of it with many resulting in death.

Health Problems Caused By Climate Change

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Climate change is a reality in our world today and it is also a threat to the publics health. Climate change refers to any notable change in the climate, such as temperature, precipitation, wind, and other weather patterns, that lasts for decades or longer. Climate change is caused by a variety of different factors including

Rejuvenate with Essential Oils

Essential oils can be used to cure numerous ailments or just to relax and relieve stress. Since essential oils are a concentrated version of the plants they are derived from, it takes very little of the oil to receive the benefits the plant provides. Because these oils are so potent it only takes a few drops to get the benefits that the plant provides.

3 Reasons to See a Dentist

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Going to the dentist is not exactly the idea of a fun time. In fact many find it comparable with torture. You sit in a chair holding your mouth open until it aches all while having a bright light shone in your mouth with a strange person hovering over you while scraping your teeth. On some occassions you may even be lucky enough to have a screaming tool drill away

5 Tips for Oral Health

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Although you may think a four year old is the only one that really needs a lesson on brushing your teeth, the fact is that most people do not follow proper oral hygiene habits. From brushing incorrectly or not flossing to bad techniques, many people are doing it wrong.

Building Winter Immunity

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Winter gets a bad reputation due to cold and flu season, and can take a toll on your body if you do not take care of yourself properly. In actuality, winter is surprisingly the best time to build up your immunity for the rest of the year.