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From conventional healthcare to alternative medicine, from beating cancer to treating a bee sting, eHow’s specialists offer knowledge and advice on a range of health-related matters. In addition to tips for treating and preventing disease and illness, eHow’s comprehensive health section has extensive How To advice on dieting and nutrition, mental health, dental care, substance abuse and human sexuality. So whether you’re creating a perfect exercise program or trying to understand your HMO, eHow’s health experts are always on call.

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How to Fire Your Inner Critic

By eHow Health Editor

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Do you feel beset by problems of negativity? Is there a voice yammering in your ear about your shortcomings and insecurities? If so, you need to get rid of that presence and start the rest of your life. Stop the mental deadlock by shifting your ... more »

How to fit exercise into a busy life.

By just2crazygirlz

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I know everyone doesn't have time to go to the gym everyday, but exercise is important for people to be healthy. Here are some tips on how to fit it into your daily life without taking time away from anything... more »

How to Fix a Healthy Dinner

By eHow Health Editor

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In today's fast-paced and often rushed society, the ideal of the family dinner is getting quickly pushed aside for the convenience of drive-thru meals-on-the-go. Not only does fast food undermine the values of the dinner table, it is often high ... more »

How to Fix Braces

By eHow Health Editor

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Braces make our smiles wider, our teeth straighter and help to correct anatomical biting problems, but caring for them can be problematic especially if a bracket pops, a bracket door opens or an elastics post fall off on a weekend or holiday. ... more »

How to Fix Your Life

By John Ingrisano

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Most of us get derailed from time to time ... or we never even find the train station. If you are tired of always feeling like life is an unpleasant challenge, here are 12 simple steps (and no, this is not a 12-step program) you can do. Apply ... more »

How to Floss Properly

By eHow Health Editor

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Proper oral hygiene is about more than a white smile. Floss is able to reach areas a toothbrush cannot, and flossing properly is necessary for overall oral health. Flossing regularly can help prevent gum disease, bad breath, tooth decay and more ... more »

How to Follow Men's Restroom Etiquette

By NeilO

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Participate in making the world a better place by improving your habits in public men's rooms... more »

How to Follow the Mayo Clinic Diet

By eHow Health Editor

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The Mayo Clinic Diet is a diet designed for long term use to maintain weight loss. It is a move away from the fad diets that promise quick weight loss in a week. The diet was developed from years of study performed at Mayo Clinic and can help a ... more »

How to Follow Up on Suspicion of Autism

By TammiR

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Autism and related pervasive developmental disorders need to be identified as soon as possible. Early intervention is crucial for the child's development and social progress. Any suspicion of autism should be addressed immediately. Following are ... more »

How to Foods to help prevent cancer, birth defects, protect the eyes, and alot more!

By Justbeck101

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Things that will help you--> +Apples -lower risk of heart disease, prevent constipation, control diabetes, and prevent cancer. +Apricots -help protect the eyes, and prevent heart disease. +Artichokes -protect against cancer, ... more »

How to Freak a Black and Mild Cigar

By eHow Health Editor

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Black and Mild cigars are among smokers' favorites. However, many people complain that the filter lining of the cigar makes the smoke a bit harsh. If you enjoy the flavor of Black and Mild's but would like a smooth and more pleasurable smoke, a ... more »

How to fulfill the hunger without gaining massive amounts of calories

By J Lee Kenser

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Your hungry and you want something to munch on but avoid excessive calories? Hmm, I bet we can come up with some great ideas with little fuss!.. more »

How to Function While Sleep Deprived

By GwenAllen

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Whether it is stress, illness or a new baby, eventually everyone will deal with some form of sleep deprivation. Unfortunately the loss of sleep can trigger a host of problems, some of which include lower immune function, irritability and ... more »

How to Gain Awareness About Sexual Assault

By JanCast2007

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Sexual assault occurs when physical force, threat or abuse is used to violate a person against their will and consent. It can be committed by a stranger, friend, loved one and even a neighbor. Sexual assault also consists of any verbal or visual ... more »

How to Gain From Biofeedback

By eHow Health Editor

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Biofeedback, a medical practice that teaches participants how to relax, has helped patients with chronic pain, migraines and other conditions. Monitors are hooked up to various parts of the body to monitor heart rates, respiration, skin ... more »

How to Gain from Dental Implants

By eHow Health Editor

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In 1986, the American Dental Association (ADA) endorsed dental implant surgery. During the procedure, the dentist places a titanium cylinder into the bone and attaches restorations to a post inside the implant to create the look and function of a ... more »

How to Gain Peace of mind through meditation

By meemee67

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Meditation helps reduce stress, headaches, negative thinking, improves sleep. It unites the body with the mind, and teaches us to focus on the moment. It brings an all over sense of well being as well... more »

How to Gain Weight During Pregnancy

By eHow Health Editor

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There is a good way and a bad way to gain weight during pregnancy. Your goal should be to gain weight in a healthy and gradual manner. Gaining too much weight during pregnancy can lead to high birth weight, gestational diabetes and difficulty ... more »

How to Gather Energy for Healing

By eHow Health Editor

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To effectively conduct an energy treatment session, a practitioner must be in proper alignment with their mental and spiritual energies. As author Barbara Ann Brennan stated, "Before (a day) of healing, it is very important for you to gather ... more »

How to Gather Information Concerning A Fever to Relate back to A Doctor or Other Caregiver

By Sharon Keith

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The normal human body temperature (taken orally) is 98.6°F or 37.8°C. A rectal thermometer will read about 1°F or 0.5ºC higher, while armpit temperatures read a bit lower than oral temperature. Readings taken rectally or from ... more »

How to Gauge How Long You Will Stay in the Hospital/Doctor's Office after Breast Reduction Surgery

By eHow Health Editor

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How long will you stay in the hospital or doctor’s office after breast reduction surgery? That depends on several factors. Your health and age as well as the scope of the surgery performed all play a part in a doctor’s determination to keep you ... more »

How to get cheap medical treatment in India.

By Dheeraj Bojwani MD,MBA

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With the increasing conciousness among the world masses regarding to live a healthy and disease free life new medical remedies and surgeries are innovated to counteract the most serious health problems of today,how ever people always keep less ... more »

How to get liposuction in India.

By Dheeraj Bojwani MD,MBA

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The procedure of liposuction is associated with the removal of excess fat from the body by using a suction tube. It is a valuable tool for purpose of weight reduction. Due to increasing conciousness regarding beauty and fitness people have got ... more »

How to Get a better Life

By Reikimaster

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Wouldn't you want to live the life you are thinking of so often? Would you like to get there faster and easier without the bounderies? If yes, read further ..... more »

How to Get a Doctor's Appointment When You Need One

By Sendblock

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Through no fault of their own, doctors today are booking appointments as far as six weeks in advance. Whether you wish to be seen sooner or want a specific time for your appointment with the doctor, there are strategies you can use to minimize ... more »