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<description><![CDATA[Flor Serquina is a writer and homemaker who is passionate about providing a great home environment for her family. She often likes writing about fine home furniture as well as gardening topics.]]></description>
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<title>What Are The Signs of Bipolar Disorder?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[The symptoms of this malady are thought to be caused by an imbalance of vital biochemicals in the brain. However, researchers have yet to fully comprehend the exact reasons why millions of people suffer with this problem.]]></description>
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<title>Residential Treatment for Depression - How Helpful Can It Be?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2007 08:54:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Residential treatment for depression is perfect for those who want to bring home the treatment methods so that family members can be with their depressed loved ones during the treatment. Read the article to learn more about this treatment method.]]></description>
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<title>Acupuncture and Depression - A Good Match?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2007 08:54:05 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Acupuncture has long been used in traditional medicine practices as an aid in treating many illnesses and promoting overall health. Other studies show it can also be effective in the treatment of depression.]]></description>
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<title>Treatment For Depression and Anxiety - Understanding The Use Of Antidepressants</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2007 08:53:21 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Antidepressants provide temporary relief from depression. Many considerations need to be weighed carefully before starting on a treatment for depression and anxiety due to possible side effects.]]></description>
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<title>Natural Remedies For Depression - Looking For Alternative Ways To Battle The Problem</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2007 08:52:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Depression may be a difficult illness to recognize and to treat. People may be relieved to find out that aside from antidepressant drugs, there are natural remedies for depression. These include family therapy and other forms of talk therapies, as well as hobbies or sports activities.]]></description>
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<title>Articles On Bipolar Disorder - Separating The Wheat From The Chaff</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2007 08:51:38 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Make sure you are in a questioning frame of mind if the article you are reading states that a prospective patient can diagnose himself. This is especially true if does not give a caution that you should always check the results with your doctor.]]></description>
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<title>Childhood Bipolar Disorder - Thirteen Complications</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Childhood bipolar disorder is more critical than with adults. The formative years of a human being begins in childhood. This is also the time when a child's personality is developing fast. If a child is constantly subjected to an erratic environment, this may result in a brain disturbance affecting his or her thought and emotional patterns.]]></description>
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<title>Medications for Depression and Anxiety - Five Major Categories</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2007 16:54:34 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Which medications for depression and anxiety will work for you? Learn about the different types available today by reading this article.]]></description>
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<title>New Treatments For Anxiety and Depression - The Alternative Way</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2007 16:47:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are looking for ways to treat your mood disorder less the side effects, you may consider the alternative treatments for anxiety and depression. They may work for you if you have the strength, courage and patience to try these treatment approaches.]]></description>
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<title>Bipolar Kids - Symptoms That Should Be Closely Observed</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Bipolar disorder in children can have serious repercussions in the long run if it is left untreated. In fact, some reports reveal a significant percentage of suicide due to this childhood illness. This is also commonly known to many as manic-depression disorder. This problem is serious. But if this concern is given professional attention, bipolar kids may be spared from a potentially uncertain future.]]></description>
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<title>Tests For Manic Depression In The Real World</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Manic depression being a mental illness is not measurable or diagnosable physiologically, that is through blood tests, MRIs, or brain scans. Tests for manic depression are more focused on the disorder's symptoms, the genetic and family history of the sufferer, the course and duration of the illness.]]></description>
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<title>Symptoms Of Bipolar Disorder And Their Treatment</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2007 16:36:37 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The life of a patient who is suffering from this mental disorder is often disrupted. He doesn't live a normal life. The article discusses the different signs as categorized by both mania or hypomania and depression.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding Bipolar Personality</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2007 16:32:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Bipolar disorder has many names, such as manic depression, bipolar mood disorder, bipolar affective disorder, bipolar syndrome, manic depressive psychosis, bipolar depression, and bipolar personality disorder. All these names refer to the same illness, an illness that over 2 million Americans suffer from on a daily basis.]]></description>
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<title>Important Information About Bipolar Disorder</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2007 16:30:39 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In a perfect world, information about bipolar disorder should be required reading for anyone who lives and works in today's society, for it is far more prevalent than is commonly realized.]]></description>
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<title>Treatment for Anxiety and Depression - What's the Best For You?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2007 16:11:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Treatment for anxiety and depression varies depending on the individual patient, the depression type and the cause of the disorder. Medication and psychotherapy are commonly combined. What other treatment modes are there?]]></description>
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<title>Bipolar 1 Disorder - Incorrectly Diagnosed?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 09:48:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is a great deal of controversy surrounding bipolar conditions in general. Many in the mental health field express strong doubts about the purported prevalence of bipolar disorders, and there are a number of factors which exacerbate the problem.]]></description>
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<title>Bipolar Screening - A Crucial First Step</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 09:28:38 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The shifts of mood which characterize bipolar disorder can interfere with a person's sense of right and wrong to such an extent that they may be virtually unaware that they have a problem and need help.  Bipolar screening is crucial in these cases, as it can be the first step toward recognizing the illness and seeking treatment.]]></description>
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<title>Bipolar Treatments - Seven Important Components</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 09:22:39 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is no dispute that there is more advantage in detecting bipolar symptoms in children as early as possible. The sooner it is diagnosed, the better you can provide bipolar treatments. This article discusses 7 approaches in treatment.]]></description>
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<title>Anxiety Depression Or Bipolar Disorder</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 08:57:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Living with bipolar disorder and its alternating symptoms of anxiety and depression is difficult. It not only affects your emotional well-being, but also your ability to think clearly and use proper judgment. Normal energy, sleep habits, and appetite are also influenced in a negative way.]]></description>
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<title>Depression Anxiety Treatment - Different Approaches</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 08:53:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are many different types of depression anxiety treatment. The appropriate treatment will depend on the type and severity of the depression and anxiety.]]></description>
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<title>Basic Alternative Treatments for Depression</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 08:49:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Alternative treatments for depression basically boil down to a healthy lifestyle. This includes proper nutrition, sleep and exercise. Last and equally important is to have a healthy mind set.]]></description>
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<title>Can Depression Chat Rooms Help You?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 08:40:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Depression chat rooms are meant to help people in a depressed situation. As a complement to professional help, it is a good way to make people realize that they are not alone and that there is hope for them to recover.]]></description>
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<title>Four Types of Depression Medication - What You Need to Know</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 08:24:15 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are four types of depression medication that work on the neurotransmitters of the brain. It is good to know what they are and what side effects they may have, to be able to make an informed decision regarding their use.]]></description>
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<title>Bipolar Support Groups - The People Who Can Be Depended On</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 08:13:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Bipolar disorder is a very serious matter to deal with. The mood swings between mania and depression is difficult to comprehend especially if one hasn't experienced them previously. Patients need bipolar support groups to help them tackle this problem.]]></description>
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<title>Thirteen Signs of Clinical Depression</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 08:07:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Signs of clinical depression need to be detected at the earlier stages. It is a progressive mental illness and, correspondingly, the signs are also progressive.]]></description>
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<title>Signs of Teenage Depression - Five Things To Look Out For</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2007 14:31:56 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Some actions or behaviors of a teenager that you may think of as just sulkiness normal to any teen, may actually be telltale signs of teenage depression. Learn about them in this article.]]></description>
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<title>Take A Bipolar Quiz</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:44:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[How much do you know about bipolar disorder? Take this bipolar quiz and find out.]]></description>
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<title>Bipolar Relationships  Taking Steps To Make Life More Pleasant</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:39:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The first and most important step in managing a bipolar relationship is to place the responsibility on the person who has it. This does not mean becoming cold and heartless; what it does mean is refusing to allow the illness to run your life. You must acknowledge that this serious condition does exist, and you must also acknowledge that it has to be dealt with.]]></description>
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<title>Anti-Depression Medicine - Balancing The Hormones</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:25:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Anti-depression medicine is not just an option when major depression strikes - it is a necessity, without which the hormonal imbalance can not be neutralized.]]></description>
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<title>Bipolar Research - Relying On Facts</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:24:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When there are discrepancies between research into a specific condition and statistics of its prevalence in the American population, mental health practitioners should rely a little more heavily on the facts of conclusive research and far less on hastily jumping on the bandwagon of America's current "pop trend" in mental illnesses.]]></description>
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<title>Mixed Bipolar Disorder - The Two Types Of The Disease</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:23:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Mixed bipolar disorder is classified into two types. The type which is known as a mixed state is when both the symptoms of depression and of mania are present simultaneously; the other is rapid cycling. Each presents its own unique set of difficulties; and each requires its own mode of treatment.]]></description>
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<title>How to Deal with Depression - Four Steps You Need To Take</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:16:38 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For some people, depression is a passing state. But for others, it is a progressive mental disorder that can later lead to serious intent of ending one's life. Knowing how to deal with depression is therefore a very important skill to learn.]]></description>
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<title>The Anxiety Depression Treatment Center - What It Can Do for You</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:01:37 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When anxiety or depression strikes, home is not always the best place to be, especially if the depressed person sees his family members as adversaries. When this happens, you will need to seriously consider going to an anxiety depression treatment center.]]></description>
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<title>Bipolar Medicine - How Do You Know If You Need It?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:01:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is important to understand that this medicine can be dangerous if taken irresponsibly. One dose is very potent and can cause severe and very serious health problems to a normal person.]]></description>
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<title>Depression Warning Signs You Should Know About</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:00:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Depression may not be diagnosed that easily but there are signs that can be observed to indicate if you are likely to become afflicted with depression. These can include genetics, economic status, level of education and the experiences of an individual.]]></description>
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<title>Bipolar Medications And Their Side Effects</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 16:58:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is no absolute and permanent cure for bipolar disorder just yet. Bipolar medications are meant to suppress manic depression symptoms. There are some good and some bad things to know about these medications.]]></description>
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<title>Bipolar Disorder Medication - What Are Your Responsibilities?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 13:13:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A mental health professional may have prescribed medication to assist in the treatment of your bipolar disorder condition. It is important, however, to understand that while medication may alleviate your symptoms, it will not replace the steps that you personally must take to deal with this condition.]]></description>
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<title>Joining A Bipolar Chat Room? The Pros And Cons</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 13:12:34 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A bipolar chat room is primarily created as an extended support group for people suffering from or diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Moderators in this group are usually volunteers. Majority of them are either former bipolar patients or individuals that are undergoing bipolar treatments and medications. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of joining them.]]></description>
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<title>Different Types Of Major Depression Treatment</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:42:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are many major depression treatments that could help a person get well. Read this article to learn about 5 different approaches.]]></description>
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<title>Free Online Diet Plans - Five Things To Keep In Mind</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:42:10 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This type of diet plan is usually free and is a most convenient, practical and cheap source of a healthy meal list. All you need is your computer and an internet connection to access diet plans which you can customize based on your needs.]]></description>
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<title>Herbal Diet Supplement For Better Health</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:41:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Herbal diet supplements can be a more natural method for losing weight. Taking in nature's nutrients is now seen as a safer way to diet with little or no side effects.]]></description>
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<title>Nutritional Diet Vitamin Supplements - Are They Safe?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:26:38 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Going on a diet and restricting oneself to smaller portions of food can lead to the loss of the recommended daily intake of certain nutrients, vitamins and minerals. A person who is on a diet may therefore need to take nutritional diet vitamin supplements to supply the body of the nutrients it needs to function well and remain healthy.]]></description>
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<title>The Bipolar Disorder Test - Diagnosing The Problem</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:25:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Your doctor will ask you a series of questions that are tailored to the symptoms of bipolar disorder mania and depression. Based on the answers you give, your doctor may prescribe a medication designed to control the symptoms of bipolar disorder.]]></description>
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<title>Best Medication For Depression Anxiety - Supplements, Meditation and Psychotherapy</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:18:43 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The best medication for depression anxiety is not necessarily a pill; good diet, meditation and psychotherapy can be the answers to your wish for a healthy mental state. Although antidepressants have been effective in treating depression and anxiety, a large number of people who are suffering from these disorders do not respond well, and in fact get worse than ever with these pills because of side effects. ]]></description>
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<title>The Best Diet Program For You - How Do You Decide?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:13:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The first thing to remember about the diet is to never lose sight of your goal in losing weight. For example, do you just want to lose a few pounds and be able to fit into those slim dresses? Do you want to correct your eating habits? Are you doing it because all your friends are on diet and fitness programs?]]></description>
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<title>Clinical Depression Symptoms And Treatments - A Review</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:13:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What is clinical depression and what are its manifestations? You need to learn more about this subject, as clinical depression is a much misunderstood form of the disorder.]]></description>
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<title>Lap Band Diet And Lap Band Surgery - The Pros and Cons</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:11:32 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The lap band diet has three phases: (1) liquid diet phase, (2) puree diet phase and (3) regular diet phase. It takes four to six weeks before one can resume a daily eating routine. Patients are usually advised of the limited amounts of food they can take and what kinds of food they can have.]]></description>
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<title>Anxiety Depression Self Help - 7 Ways Towards Stress Relief</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:09:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Did you know that it is possible to treat anxiety and depression without medications? Many people have undergone anxiety depression self help and they have been successful in doing it. You can, too, with these seven ways to a stress-free life.]]></description>
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<title>Different Types of Depression - Six Common Categories</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:05:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Depression isn't simply about having the blues. Did you know there are six different types of depression? Learn about them in this article.]]></description>
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<title>The Bipolar Condition - Facts And Rumors</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2007 10:06:49 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If a person is inaccurately labeled "bipolar," and this is the condition he or she is given treatment for, not only does this prevent him from receiving the treatment he really needs for whatever condition he actually has, but the wrong treatment can in itself be damaging.]]></description>
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<title>Bipolar Type 2 And Type 1 - What Is The Difference?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2007 16:51:18 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Both bipolar disorder categories share the same characteristics in mood swing levels. However, the drawing line between the bipolar type 1 and the bipolar type 2 is on the varied episode levels of each mood swing.]]></description>
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<title>The Online Bipolar Test - What's It All About?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2007 16:36:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[An online bipolar test should not be used as your sole means of diagnosis! You will be doing yourself or your loved ones a great disservice if you try to self-diagnose. Only a trained and qualified medical professional has the ability to evaluate you for any type of mental illness.]]></description>
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<title>What Are The Causes of Bipolar Disorder?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2007 15:20:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The causes of bipolar disorder have puzzled scientists for some time. Research into the illness has unearthed many theories, but no one has been able to pinpoint the true cause of this malady that affects over two million Americans, with more being diagnosed each year. Is it all about genetics or the environment?]]></description>
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<title>Medications For Bipolar Disorder - Choosing Wisely</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2007 15:17:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Medication for bipolar disorder should always be carefully prescribed by a qualified mental health practitioner based on the patient's symptoms. There can be cases, however, where standard medication may have been prescribed without adequate assessment of a patient's needs.]]></description>
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<title>Am I Bipolar? A Question That Many Are Asking</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2007 16:18:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When a person who is bipolar is having a manic episode, their mind races from idea to idea, though they do not realize it is even happening. They have a problem settling on any of them, so they flit from one whim to another with reckless abandon. Learn about these and other symptoms to check if you are likely to have the problem.]]></description>
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<title>Bipolar Test - Seven Steps In Diagnosis</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2007 16:05:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When a doctor conducts a bipolar test, the patient will be asked with a series of questions, assessments, laboratory exams, and constant observations. These are strategically outlined to determine if you have the disorder and to understand the level of concern. Find out about them in this article.]]></description>
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<title>Finding The Best Diet Product For Your Specific Needs</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2007 16:42:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Millions of dollars are spent for advertising to compete for the attention of the great number of people who are looking for the most effective weight loss solution. Below are some tips on how to determine the best diet product for your specific needs.]]></description>
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<title>Free Low Cholesterol Diet Programs - Protecting Your Heart</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2007 16:32:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[High level of bad cholesterol in the body is caused by poor food selection. Find or create your own free low cholesterol diet to protect your heart and other vital organs.]]></description>
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<title>Diet to Lower Triglycerides - Do You Need It?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2007 16:22:16 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A high level of triglyceride reading means that you have too much "bad" fats in your body. High triglyceride levels are bad for the heart and dietitians have long recommended certain foods to lower triglycerides and promote better health and stronger hearts.]]></description>
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<title>How to Choose a Free Diet Weight Loss Program</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2007 16:19:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For those who can not afford weight-loss programs that require personal trainers, there are free diet weight-loss plans on the Internet. Make sure that you will choose the right one for your needs.]]></description>
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<title>Your Diet Food Program - The Role Of Fiber and Soya Isolate</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2007 16:19:09 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Some nutritionists say that a good diet food program must include soya isolate which is soya in its pure state. It is said that soya isolate may not only promote weight loss.]]></description>
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<title>Anxiety Depression Medicine - Risks And Benefits</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2007 15:55:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Depression has been found to be the result of the lowering of neurotransmitters in the brain, which include serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine. Brain neurons work on producing and releasing these neurotransmitters. Anxiety and depression medicines work to increase the neurotransmitter levels.]]></description>
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<title>Natural Treatments For Depression - Which Herbs Can Help You?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2007 15:53:49 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Natural treatments for depression are gaining popularity because of their promise of cure without side effects. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of this approach.]]></description>
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<title>Manic Depression Symptoms - The Highs and Lows</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2007 15:47:46 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Manic depressive symptoms are oftentimes confused with other types of mental disorder. It is important to seek professional help in order to address the problem properly.]]></description>
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<title>Depression and Severe Anxiety - What's The Correlation?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2007 15:18:59 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Depression and severe anxiety have been known to be co-occurring. They have similar symptoms although different triggering events. This is the reason why treatment programs for the two are often similar and intertwined.]]></description>
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<title>Coping With Depression Anxiety - Taking Responsibility</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2007 15:17:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For people who are trying to cope with depression and anxiety, it may not be enough to prescribe an anti-depressant; other coping mechanisms, such as group therapy,  are essential in ensuring the efficacy of treatment.]]></description>
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<title>New Medications For Depression - Are They Safe?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2007 09:39:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[New forms of antidepressants are introduced that their makers claim to be more effective and safer than others. However, these new medications for depression do not yet have the track record to back up their makers' claim. Are they truly safe and effective?]]></description>
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<title>Social Anxiety Disorder And Depression - What's The Connection?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2007 09:26:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Difficulty in functioning socially, with other people, in personal or professional life is an indication of a social anxiety disorder that leads to depression. What is this all about?]]></description>
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<title>Depression Anxiety Symptoms - Identification For Timely Treatment</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2007 08:55:18 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[While depression and anxiety disorders may occur together or separately, depression anxiety symptoms vary from patient to patient. A whole spectrum of symptoms needs to be considered - the earlier the symptoms are recognized, the more timely the problem can be treated.]]></description>
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<title>Attacking Anxiety Depression - Getting To The Heart Of The Ailment</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2007 08:37:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Attacking anxiety depression requires more than the personal will of the patient; getting help is important, not only from medical experts but also from the patient's immediate circle of family, relatives, and friends. Personal circumstances notwithstanding, treating anxiety and depression varies from patient to patient due to the different severity levels and underlying circumstances that brought about the disorder in the first place. ]]></description>
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<title>Depression Anxiety Sleep Disorder Treatment - 5 Alternative Methods</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2007 08:30:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are alternative options for depression anxiety sleep disorder treatment. Learn about of them in this article.]]></description>
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<title>Best Diet Pill Over the Counter - Choose and Take With Caution</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Oct 2007 15:38:34 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Diet pills are for people who want to lose weight but do not have the time to exercise or are unable to change to a healthier diet program. Learn about the good points as well as possible side effects of 3 popular over-the-counter diet pills.]]></description>
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<title>Free Weight Loss Diet Plans For A Healthier You</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Oct 2007 15:31:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Losing the extra pounds may mean that you have to eat less, but the thing is, the process of losing weight can actually take a lot of money. That is why those with limited budgets opt to find free weight loss diet plans so that they can get rid of the excess weight without having to fork out loads of cash.]]></description>
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<title>GERD Diet Helps Get Rid Of Acid Reflux</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Oct 2007 15:27:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A GERD diet is a form of diet that is basically very low in fat. This is done in order to stop the acid reflux or the disease known as GERD or gastroesophageal reflux disease.]]></description>
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<title>Food List for South Beach Diet - Progressing Through The 3 Phases</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Oct 2007 15:05:41 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The South Beach diet is based on three program phases. The food list for each phase of South Beach diet is different from each other. As you move on to the next phase, there are more food choices allowed and lesser food restrictions.]]></description>
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<title>Diet To Control High Cholesterol - Healthier Heart And Arteries</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Oct 2007 15:01:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A diet is important for persons with high cholesterol levels. There are several ways to make sure that a person can lower his cholesterol, and this includes decreasing the fat intake and increasing physical activity.]]></description>
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<title>New Treatment for Depression - Complementing The Conventional Methods</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2007 15:31:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Feelings of depression have the potential to destroy your personal and social life. In addition to the traditional method of treating the illness with drugs, we should also learn about newer ways of treating depression. ]]></description>
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<title>The Best Diet Plans For Weight-Watchers</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2007 15:50:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Whatever the experts and marketing men say, the best diet plans will always be the ones that will work for you taking into consideration your budget, your medical condition, your lifestyle, your preferences. Learn more from this article.]]></description>
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<title>Detoxification Diets - Slow Start For Long-Term Success</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2007 15:46:43 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Your body naturally responds to the introduction of toxins through regular excretion and elimination processes. However, it may need some help from time to time. And when you feel that need to help your bodily processes along, you may opt for a detoxification diet to advance the process and bring about better health.]]></description>
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<title>Diet For Acid Reflux and Heartburn</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2007 15:28:39 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you suffer from heartburns due to hyper-acidity, you will need an overhaul of your diet, especially if the heartburns are recurrent. There are available diets for acid reflux that may help you.]]></description>
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<title>Alli Diet Drug Review - Pluses And Minuses</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2007 15:21:53 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If testimonials on the use of the Alli diet drug were to be believed, you get at least two distinct impressions about the drug. One is of satisfaction, as the drug reportedly delivers on its promise of losing all that unwanted fat for you. The second is one of exasperation, as some users suffer from the not-so-pleasant side effects of the irregular bowel movements.]]></description>
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<title>South Beach Diet Phase 1 Recipes - Tips For The Dedicated Dieter</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2007 15:08:49 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The first phase of the South Beach diet is said to full of restrictions on the type of food that you can eat. Some of those who went through it will tell you that it is one of the hardest stages of the program. As you go through this first stage of the plan, here are some tips that can help you conquer your diet with flying colors.]]></description>
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<title>Diets For Type 2 Diabetes - Disease Management Through Proper Food Selection</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Oct 2007 10:13:39 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Having to deal with Type 2 diabetes is definitely not something you can just breeze through. But this disease can be managed if you are conscious of what you eat. Learn about the diet concerns for Type 2 diabetes patients.]]></description>
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<title>Diabetic Gift Baskets - Gift Ideas for Your Loved Ones</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Oct 2007 10:04:42 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Holidays are known to be times of indulgence with glorious foods and sumptuous treats that most people would not consume at other times of the year. For the diabetic who has to practice a lot of restraint, holidays may seem to be a form of punishment as they would have to deprive themselves of delectable treats - especially sweets. You can help a diabetic friends take part in the holiday gastronomy by giving them diabetic gift baskets.]]></description>
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<title>Pregnancy Diabetic Diet - The Food Groups You Should Know About</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2007 09:02:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Gestational diabetes is considered to be less serious than regular diabetes. A proper diet and sometimes, insulin injections, are usually what a patient needs to recover from this disease. The patient's condition is also known to improve automatically right after giving birth.]]></description>
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<title>South Beach Diet and Diabetes - Switching Lifestyles</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2007 15:28:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The South Beach diet is a diet plan that emphasizes the consumption of "good carbohydrates" and "good fats." Like most diabetic diet plans, the South Beach diet differentiates different types of carbohydrates based on the glycemic index, which identifies the rate when and where digested food can increase levels of glucose in the blood.]]></description>
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<title>Shoes for Diabetics - Getting The Right Fit</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2007 15:16:43 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Peripheral neuropathy is one of the most common complications of having diabetes and refers to the loss of sensation in affected parts of the body. In the case of diabetics, the wrong pair of shoes could lead to peripheral neuropathy since the shoes subject the person's feet to excessive rubbing or a pinched sensation.]]></description>
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<title>Diabetic Foot Pain - How You Should Deal With It</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2007 15:02:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are many aspects of diabetes that are difficult to understand, and doctors are only beginning to uncover the genetic aspects of the disease. One aspect that has long been dealt with is foot pain, which arises because of wounds that take long to heal. To deal with the pain, diabetics should wash and watch their feet regularly and avail of physical therapy that can keep their muscles active.]]></description>
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<title>Free Diabetic Diet Plans - Are They Suitable For You?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2007 11:36:58 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Present-day diabetics are more fortunate than those of years past, as there is now a wealth of information on diets and health regimens that may help them get through the pains of the disease. However, as with all types of health-related information, you still need to educate yourself on the basic requirements of a diabetic diet so that you can decide if a program that you are looking at is suitable for you.]]></description>
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<title>Diet Pills for Women - Which One's The Best For You?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Oct 2007 11:28:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Different diet pills work in many different ways. If it worked for other people, it doesn't mean that it will work the same for you. To know what pill will work for you, you must know the different kinds of pills and how they work in action.]]></description>
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<title>Michael Thurmond Diet - Eat More, Workout Less</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Oct 2007 11:16:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Michael Thurmond Diet is also known as the 6-Weeks Make Over Program. It is claimed that you can lose weight in as short a span as 6 weeks. There are several advantages and disadvantages that you might consider if you plan to try this weight-loss program.]]></description>
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<title>Bariatric Diet And Bariatric Surgery</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Oct 2007 10:15:59 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Obese men and women are realizing that they indeed have a medical problem, both psychological and physiological. While surgery is an option, a bariatric diet may prevent the more expensive, more painful way.]]></description>
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<title>Free Diet Programs - Four Of The Most Popular Types</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2007 15:01:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Diet programs are different from each other in terms of the style or approach that it takes to lose weight, the phases of the program and the types of food included in the diet. Here are some examples of the types of diet plans on which you can base your diet program of choice. ]]></description>
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<title>Natural Cures for Arthritis - Seven Alternative Treatments</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2007 13:47:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Arthritic pain is one of the most distressing, uncomfortable and even agonizing pains caused by a medical condition. This is probably the reason why many arthritis patients turn to other more natural forms of treatments and therapies to help alleviate and manage pain and avoid costly surgery. Learn about seven alternative treatments that you may want to try.]]></description>
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<title>Hand Arthritis - The 3 Different Types Of The Disease</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2007 13:36:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The most common kinds of hand arthritis are: post-traumatic (arthritis which occurs as a result of someone having an accident), rheumatoid and osteoarthritis. Learn more about them by reading this article.]]></description>
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<title>Your Diabetes Bracelet - Preparing For An Emergency</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2007 13:34:34 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is often necessary for people with chronic diseases such as diabetes to wear medical ID alerts as a safety measure in order to be prepared for any emergency. Diabetes bracelets are some of the most commonly used medical tags and are very important in order to ensure proper medical care. Find out about its importance and how it can save someone's life.]]></description>
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<title>A Diabetic's Menu - What To Include, What To Exclude</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2007 13:16:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Type 2 diabetes can be managed with a good diet, exercise, and weight loss. Foods that are low in saturated fats, high in fiber, and low in sodium make up the diabetic-friendly menu.]]></description>
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<title>Neck Arthritis - Its Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2007 13:16:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Neck arthritis is a very serious disease. It is important that people learn about this medical condition - what causes it, how to treat it, and the ways to prevent it. This is essential so that all may know what to do in case it happened to them.]]></description>
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<title>Free Diabetic Diet Plan - Good Food for a Good and Healthy Life Ahead</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2007 11:32:32 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is no standard or fixed free diabetic diet plan. In most diabetic patients, a healthy meal plan consists of 20% to 60% of calories from carbohydrates, 20% for protein, and 30% or preferably less from fat.]]></description>
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<title>Managing Diabetes - Sugar Count Monitoring Is Vital</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2007 11:25:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Getting an accurate blood sugar count is one of the most important things you should do if you have diabetes. It will indicate the level of blood sugar you have at the moment and will tell you whether it is too low or too high, either of which is dangerous and risky for your health. Learn how to monitor your own blood sugar count.]]></description>
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