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Find your Aerobic Threshold – Get the Best From your Workout

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

One of the questions I have been repeatedly asked by those new to aerobic exercise is how to tell if they are getting the most from their efforts. They are unsure if they are at the ‘right’ heart rate to get the most effective aerobic benefits. First, a brief explanation of what ‘aerobic’ exercise is and why it is so important to your health. Your body converts food into energy by two very different forms of metabolism. Aerobic – with oxygen, and

How to be 100% Safe From Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Monday, February 8th, 2010

The minute you are sexually active, you should begin to find out about how important safe sex is as well as the risks posed by sexually transmitted diseases and sexually transmitted infections. Simply take a look at our std guide and you will discover all that you need to know and more. STDs and sexually transmitted infections are infections or diseases that are transmitted through through sexual contact, which include vaginal intercourse, oral sex, and anal

Nursing From the Beginning

Sunday, January 31st, 2010

Nursing from the beginning has existed in various forms in every culture, while the definition of nursing and its practice has changed significantly over time. The oldest form of the word is found in the English language from the 14th century and referred to a woman employed to suckle and generally care for a younger child. In the 15th century, nursing developed in the idea of looking after or advising another, and not necessarily meaning a woman looking after a child. The idea of

Sexuality: From Agony to Ecstasy

Friday, January 8th, 2010

Sexuality is a broad term used to describe a complex array of feelings, beliefs, and behaviors related to how we express ourselves as erotic beings. In general, the expression of healthy sexuality has to do with the ability to exquisitely and respectfully pursue pleasure by being playful, spontaneous, and engaged. It also involves an awareness of and an ability to cultivate the sexual relationships we have with ourselves and with others. By contrast, unhealthy sexuality typically involves a