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Symptoms of a Wheat Allergy
The Mayo Clinic claims that a wheat allergy is the most common allergy in kids. Wheat allergies can be annoying but are easily prevented and treated. With the right knowledge and information, a person can identify the symptoms of a wheat allergy.
What Are Normal Total CO2 Concentrations?
Carbon dioxide occurs naturally in the environment and is the byproduct of breathing, burning fossil fuels and decaying plant matter. This gas is the fourth most common component of air and is harmless at normal levels. Normal concentrations vary by type of building, the number of people in it and t
Why Hydrogenated Oils Are Bad for You
Hydrogenation is the process of adding hydrogen molecules to fatty substances to make them more solid and preservable. The process creates a type of fat called "trans fat," which has been implicated in adverse coronary and circulatory conditions.
The Best Diet Foods
Diet pitches are everywhere, from reality TV to billboards to self-help magazines, peddling a lot of information (and misinformation) to help overweight individuals lose weight and keep it off. Diet and exercise are central components in the ongoing battle of the bulge, especially the diet part, as
How to Apply for Food Stamps in Florida (SNAP)
Florida's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program helps low-income families buy the food they need to stay healthy and active. The state Department of Children and Families (DCF) works with applicants who meet income standards and other requirements. Families can apply online through DCF's ACCESS
Uses of Papaya Juice for Worms
Papaya trees produce fruit year-round, and are imported from Hawaii and Puerto Rico. The fruit is highly nutritious and has a multitude of health benefits, including those for the heart and digestive system. Its juice and seeds are used for curing intestinal worms. The papaya is one of the most easi
How to Remove a Cap off of a Front Tooth
Crowns or caps on front teeth are permanent restorations, done on by dentists, in conjunction with a dental lab. Tooth fracture, decay too large to hold a filling or cosmetic correction are the most common reasons for a crown. Crowns cast from gold or silver metal alloy, have a porcelain facing to m
The Effects of Neodymium Magnets on Brown Planaria
Scientists have used magnets to explore the biological processes of many living things. Biologists have utilized magnetic interference upon the navigational capability of birds (such as the homing pigeon) to better understand the various tools that avian creatures use for migration. Creatures from l
What Minerals Are Obtained From Eating Saltwater Fish?
Eating the bones of small fish increases mineral uptake.fish image by arthur luhnev from Fotolia.comProfessor D.M. Chilima of the World Fish Center calls fish the “rich food for poor people” because of its importance in nutrition, especially in developing countries. Besides...
What Is Metabolic Syndrome X?
Metabolic syndrome X may also be referred to simply as metabolic syndrome, or as insulin resistance syndrome. According to the National Health Institute, about 25 percent of the adult population in the U.S. has metabolic syndrome. Individuals who have metabolic syndrome X generally have a combinatio
How to Attach the Shaft to the Omega Nail Drill
The Omega Nail Drill is a rotary tool made primarily to file down acrylic nails to desired shapes and sizes. The Omega Nail Drill is a slow-rotation rotary tool that uses the same connection system and sizes as other rotary drill manufacturers, such as market powerhouse Dremel, for compatibility wit
Family Dinners Are Important
Kids are less likely to get into trouble, and often get better grades, when the family dines together regularly.
Foods for Whitening the Skin
A balanced diet is required to lighten your skin tone.professional woman in white. soft portret image by Julia Britvich from Fotolia.comMany people want to achieve a fairer skin complexion due to various reasons. Sometimes a darker skin tone can look blemished and patchy because it has an...
Use of Goal Setting in Therapy With Children
Setting goals with children participating in therapy is an important part of the counseling process. Learning how to help children set realistic, age-appropriate goals provides them with a basis for learning and a set of resources for the person working with that child to maximize the benefits of th
How to Gargle With Tea Tree Oil Drops
Tea-tree oil has been used for decades to treat a range of discomforts. The tea tree is native to a small region of New South Wales, on the east coast of Australia. The oil derived from the tea-tree leaves is used as an antifungal, antibacterial and an anti-infection agent. It has a soothing aroma a
What Products Have High Levels of Benzene?
Products such as paint and paint thinner can expose a person to benzene.Tooga/Digital Vision/Getty ImagesBenzene is a chemical that is widely used in the manufacturing of plastics, resins, lubricants and gasoline. For most people, exposure to this chemical takes place through the...
Dangers of Fluorescent Lighting
People often switch to fluorescent lighting, particularly the compact bulbs, to save energy. However, there are serious dangers that accompany the use of these bulbs. They can cause headaches, eye strain and irritation, stress, allergies and even seizures. Added to that is the serious danger of merc
How to Eliminate Fleas in The Home
Any pets that play outside are susceptible to fleas and can bring those fleas into your home. A flea problem that starts out small can soon escalate into a full-blown infestation if it isn't treated promptly. If you find yourself with a flea infestation in your home, act quickly to get it under cont
How to Kill Fleas When They Are Getting on Humans
Fleas are wingless, flat-bodied parasites that live off the blood of animals such as cats and dogs and can jump onto humans. Fleas can cause infections and allergies in and spread tapeworms to humans, according to the Ohio State University Extension (see Reference 1). People who are bitten by a flea