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Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver? 2007-06-05 09:02:33 Cleansing the liver is just as important as cleansing any other organ in the body. Some people will buy colon cleansing formulas not realizing that the liver needs to be looked after too. One great method of cleansing the liver is by using lemon juice. Simply add the juice to a glass of water and sip it throughout the meal. This will help you stomach digest your food and prevent undigested food entering the blood stream. This syndrome is sometimes called a leaky gut. The liver sees them as contaminates, food particles, even minute particles should not be in the bloodstream. The liver filters them out. Improving the digestion process relieves the liver of this filtering load. Another reason why lemon juice is good for the liver is that it help get rid of gallstones. Gallstones are calcified bile usually surrounding a parasite or bacteria, in an attempt to destroy the bacteria. Your body can have a really difficult time trying Read more:Lemon
, Juice
, Detox
, Liver
Can't Make Up Your Mind? 2007-05-31 14:03:48 This has got to be a "why did nobody think of that before" moment. How many times do you hear people responding to a question with "whatever... anything". Well this is what one company in Singapore has decided to cash in on by releasing cans of "whatever" and "anything".So what am I babbling on about?Well, Singapore company Out of the Box has released two cans of soft drink simply labeled "whatever" and "anything". You don't actually know what you're going to get until you open it and have a taste. It could be anything from Root Beer to Apple Tea.I don't know about anyone else but I personally love the idea.
Can Tea Really Help You Lose Weight? 2007-05-31 10:00:29 You may already have read about tea's ability to decrease your chance of heart disease and reduce your stress but will it help shift a few pounds? Well, there have been studies, and yes, it seems that tea can help you lose weight.Increase Your Energy Many people these days suffer from a lack of energy so turn to caffeine tablets and pills but a better way of increasing your energy is by drinking tea. Because tea gives you more energy there's no excuse for not exercising which means you can burn off extra fat calories. Tea has also been shown to increase your body's metabolic rate so that you can burn of fat. It seems that according to studies, tea can help you burn off 80 calories a day along with exercising. You may or may not have heard of "flavanoids". Flavanoids work by increasing your body's natural hormone "norepinephrine". So how does this help you? Well, norepinephrine encourages the bo Read more:Weight
How to Cure Bad Breath with Tea 2007-05-30 12:12:56 Have you been battling with halitosis without success? Is so, then you're not alone. There are many products available designed to counter the problem but the main drawback with these is that they'll make your mouth feel like cotton. It'll probably be a surprise for you to find out that tea may actually be able to help you. Drinking black or green tea is a totally natural way to rid your mouth of bad smells which cause you so much embarrassment. Kill the Bacteria – Kill the Bad Breath
Drinking tea offers so many health benefits without any negatives plus it's so much more affordable than these other products. The reason bad breath occurs is because bacteria grows on your tongue and gum pockets. It's this bacteria which gives off a foul-smelling odor known as halitosis or bad breath. Many people turn to mints to help cover up the smell but 1) they don't kill the bacteria which causes the bad breath and 2) they often
Health Benefits of Green Tea 2007-05-30 06:23:32 Green tea has been enjoyed by those in China for a staggering 4,000! To this day China still regards it very highly as a cure for many ailments including depression. Unlike most alternative therapies, green tea had been extensively studied by scientists all over the world. It's been found to help reduce the chances of developing certain types of cancer as well as giving us an energy boost. Other medical conditions green tea is linked to include cardiovascular disease and arthritis plus it also helps lower our cholesterol levels. You don't have to suffer from major illnesses to benefit from green tea, it can be drunk to help with aches and pains such as joint pain and headaches. Green tea contains catechin polyphenols, which are believed to be the ingredients that give us all of these wonderful health benefits. The polyphenols are found in the leaves of the camellia sinensis plant, which is then ground up and made into our green tea. It's Read more:Health
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How to Do a Colon Cleanse 2007-05-28 13:18:55 In an ideal world you wouldn't need to cleanse your colon because you would be fishing out of pure mountain streams, picking berries off shrubs and drinking fresh spring water. Unfortunately the foods we buy from the supermarket often have to travel half way around the world and are filled with chemicals to extend their shelf life. Not only that but many of the nutrients are then killed through cooking and the use of fat, salt and sugar. It's no wonder that people in the West are so unhealthy. The chemicals and toxins found in our food are absorbed into our bodies so in order to eliminate them we need regular bowl movements. If you haven't been eating plenty of fresh fruit and veg along with fiber the chances are that your body simply can't eliminate all the toxins as well as it used to. Toxins can therefore build up over the years causing your colon to be blocked. If you suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), bloating, l Read more:Colon
, Cleanse
How to Cleanse Your Liver 2007-05-28 13:16:41 It is easy to take the body for granted but when you look at what each organ in your body does then you'll realize how important it is to eat all the correct types of food. Although your heart pumps your blood around your body and the lungs oxygenate it, it is the responsibility of your liver to keep it clean. Weighing four pounds your liver removes chemicals, alcohol, pollutants and other impurities from your blood stream. It also filters out drugs, ammonia and metabolic wastes as well as bacteria, parasites, viruses and loads of other nasty things you don't want in your body. Bile is produced in the liver and stored in your gallbladder, bile is essential for digesting fats plus the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, K, and B12. Not only that but your liver stores glycogen which is a form of glucose and releases it into your blood when you require energy. Some people suffer from gallstones which are not only painful but take up ro Read more:Liver
, Cleanse
Soy Protein and Your Skin, Hair and Nails 2007-06-06 09:20:27 Many people are resigned to fact that wrinkled skin comes hand-in-hand with old age. One of the major problems with aging skin is that your body's production of collagen declines. It's not just aging which causes this but also diet, menopause, sunlight, smoking and stress. So What can You do to Keep Your Skin Looking Healthy? First of all, protect your skin from the sun's rays. Make sure you use a high sun factor and use fake tan instead of sunbathing. Secondly, if you're a smoker you must stop now. You don't need me to tell you why smoking is bad for your health, I'm sure you already know. Thirdly, you need to improve your diet. You should be eating plenty of good quality protein and antioxidant-rich foods. This will give your body the nutrients it needs for building and repairing you cells. Is Soy a Good Source of Protein and Antioxidants? According to studies it would seem that soy is an indeed an ideal so
Chloride 2007-06-12 05:53:30 Chloride is better known as part of the double-act "sodium-chloride" otherwise known as table salt. It's not a mineral you'll read much about in the health magazines but it is still important to your health nonetheless. Chloride is a type of electrolyte which works in conjunction with sodium and potassium. This particular electrolyte is found mainly in the body fluids surrounding cells. It works with the other members of the electrolyte family to help control fluids within the body and maintain electrolyte balance. Because our bodies prefer to be pH neutral, chloride helps maintain this by reducing acid levels. Chlorides act as neutralizing agents and their work helps to bring the acid/alkaline level back into balance. Within the stomach, you'll find that chloride appears in the form of hydrochloric acid. In order for your body to effectively digest food, hydrochloric acid helps break the food down so that it can be absorbed by th
Calcium 2007-06-11 14:25:29 Where would we be without calcium? A heap on the floor! Our bodies use 99% of calcium in our bones and teeth whilst the remaining 1% is found in soft tissues and blood. The mineral most prominent in the body, practically every food that is consumed contains some amount of calcium. Why Your Body Needs Calcium
You'll already know that calcium is needed for strong bones and teeth but it seems calcium is also needed for many other functions in the body. For instance, did you know that calcium helps regulate the rhythm of your heart beat? Or that it helps nerves and muscles function correctly? In addition to this, it helps lower cholesterol levels as well as blood pressure and allows the blood clotting process to work. And if you've ever been told to drink a glass of milk before bed, there's a reason for this advice. Calcium helps relieve insomnia. Calcium Rich Food There's no excuse for not getting enough calcium into your di
How to Avoid Sports and Exercising Injuries 2007-06-11 12:48:43 Many people working out at the gym will tell you "no pain, no gain". But what does that actually mean? First of all it's important to push yourself beyond your "comfort zone" otherwise you won't increase muscle or stamina. In doing this you may feel out of breath or tired, however if you start to feel sharp pains then take these as a warning that something is wrong. When you use your muscles more than you would normally on a day-to-day basis you'll experience lactic acid and micro-tears which happens when your muscles are being built up. If you're having pain in you back, neck, knee joints amongst other symptoms you should always consult an expert. There could be a variety of reasons why you're experiencing pain. Perhaps your technique is wrong or you are overdoing it. Alternatively you might have a medical problem that needs attention. You need to ease yourself into any workout. First of all you Read more:Avoid
, Sports
, Exercising
, Injuries
Which Foods Give YOU Energy? 2007-06-15 13:17:21
Most people have that point in the day when they crash. They become tired, cranky and hungry. When this happens, one may reach for a number of things to help them make it though the rest of their day. Coffee, candy, snack foods, or energy boosters are some of the things someone may try. For most people, these things don’t work, though. High sugar or caffeinated consumables will give you a quick boost of energy but it is short lived. Soon, you will be back to square one. Tired, cranky and wanting to lay down with your favorite pillow.
Understanding “Why”
Why does this happen? Well, it’s simple. It is all about what we eat. Our bodies use food as energy. Both carbohydrates and proteins give our bodies energy. Carbohydrates are sugars, starches and fiber. There are two groups of carbohydrates, simple and complex. Simple carbohydrates are found in many cereals, snack foods, soft drinks, crackers, breads and even pasta. These food items are processed by the body quickly which mea Read more:Foods
, Energy
Magic Cure for Cellulite 2007-06-15 03:53:50
Okay, Okay, there isn’t a magic cure for cellulite. Cellulite
being the horrible, ugly, lumpy fat deposits found on many of women’s legs, thighs and even stomachs. Most women want it gone and are willing to pay big money to try any product that claims to be the “miracle in a bottle.” The questions these ladies need to ask themselves are “Is it worth the money?” and “What really works?”
The miracle in a bottle
It would be great if there was exactly that. One product that makes it all better. However, like most things dealing with our health, we will not find the cure in a magic potion. While there are several creams that claim to help with cellulite, none are proven to miraculously get rid of the appearance of cellulite.
There are some ingredients in the creams that are supposed to be the key in cellulite reduction. For instance , creams containing caffeine are said to increase blood flow. Retinol is suppose to increase collagen production, which in turn will make t Read more:Magic
Chromium + Diabetes + GMTV 2007-06-13 07:23:41
This morning I was watching a feature on GMTV about diabetes, diet and supplements. They were talking about the progress of a diabetic lady who is currently on a Glycaemic Index (GI) diet under the advice of Patrick Holford, a well-known UK nutritionist.
I thought things were going very well, the lady featured talked about how easy the diet was, how she’s feeling much better and how, with the help of a consultant, has weaned herself of the medication.
Patrick then goes on further to talk about what foods have a low Glycaemic Load (low GL) and what supplements should be taken, including chromium and cinnamon.
So far, so good.
Then this other expert (sorry can’t remember what she does) starts to get really angry at Patrick accusing him that this low GL diet is nothing new, it’s simply common sense and that there’s no need for all these supplements because they can be obtained from your diet.
Wow, she really “got her knickers in a twist” over this. Read more:Diabetes
Chloride 2007-06-12 06:53:30
Chloride is better known as part of the double-act “sodium-chloride” otherwise known as table salt. It’s not a mineral you’ll read much about in the health magazines but it is still important to your health nonetheless.
Chloride is a type of electrolyte which works in conjunction with sodium and potassium. This particular electrolyte is found mainly in the body fluids surrounding cells. It works with the other members of the electrolyte family to help control fluids within the body and maintain electrolyte balance.
Because our bodies prefer to be pH neutral, chloride helps maintain this by reducing acid levels. Chlorides act as neutralizing agents and their work helps to bring the acid/alkaline level back into balance.
Within the stomach, you’ll find that chloride appears in the form of hydrochloric acid. In order for your body to effectively digest food, hydrochloric acid helps break the food down so that it can be absorbed by the small intestines.
Calcium 2007-06-11 15:25:29
Where would we be without calcium? A heap on the floor! Our bodies use 99% of calcium in our bones and teeth whilst the remaining 1% is found in soft tissues and blood. The mineral most prominent in the body, practically every food that is consumed contains some amount of calcium.
Why Your Body Needs Calcium
You’ll already know that calcium is needed for strong bones and teeth but it seems calcium is also needed for many other functions in the body. For instance, did you know that calcium helps regulate the rhythm of your heart beat? Or that it helps nerves and muscles function correctly? In addition to this, it helps lower cholesterol levels as well as blood pressure and allows the blood clotting process to work. And if you’ve ever been told to drink a glass of milk before bed, there’s a reason for this advice. Calcium helps relieve insomnia.
Calcium Rich Food
There’s no excuse for not getting enough calcium into your diet. The most obvious choices inc
How to Avoid Sports and Exercising Injuries 2007-06-11 13:48:43
Many people working out at the gym will tell you “no pain, no gain”. But what does that actually mean? First of all it’s important to push yourself beyond your “comfort zone” otherwise you won’t increase muscle or stamina. In doing this you may feel out of breath or tired, however if you start to feel sharp pains then take these as a warning that something is wrong.
When you use your muscles more than you would normally on a day-to-day basis you’ll experience lactic acid and micro-tears which happens when your muscles are being built up.
If you’re having pain in you back, neck, knee joints amongst other symptoms you should always consult an expert. There could be a variety of reasons why you’re experiencing pain. Perhaps your technique is wrong or you are overdoing it. Alternatively you might have a medical problem that needs attention.
Warm Up and Stretching is Often Ignored
You need to ease yourself into any workout. Firs Read more:Avoid
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, Exercising
, Injuries
Soy Protein and Your Skin, Hair and Nails 2007-06-06 10:20:27
Many people are resigned to fact that wrinkled skin comes hand-in-hand with old age. One of the major problems with aging skin is that your body’s production of collagen declines. It’s not just aging which causes this but also diet, menopause, sunlight, smoking and stress.
So What can You do to Keep Your Skin Looking Healthy?
First of all, protect your skin from the sun’s rays. Make sure you use a high sun factor and use fake tan instead of sunbathing. Secondly, if you’re a smoker you must stop now. You don’t need me to tell you why smoking is bad for your health, I’m sure you already know. Thirdly, you need to improve your diet. You should be eating plenty of good quality protein and antioxidant-rich foods. This will give your body the nutrients it needs for building and repairing you cells.
Is Soy a Good Source of Protein and Antioxidants?
According to studies it would seem that soy is an indeed an ideal source of protein and antioxidants.
Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver? 2007-06-05 10:02:33
Cleansing the liver is just as important as cleansing any other organ in the body. Some people will buy colon cleansing formulas not realizing that the liver needs to be looked after too.
One great method of cleansing the liver is by using lemon juice. Simply add the juice to a glass of water and sip it throughout the meal. This will help you stomach digest your food and prevent undigested food entering the blood stream. This syndrome is sometimes called a leaky gut. The liver sees them as contaminates, food particles, even minute particles should not be in the bloodstream. The liver filters them out. Improving the digestion process relieves the liver of this filtering load.
Another reason why lemon juice is good for the liver is that it help get rid of gallstones. Gallstones are calcified bile usually surrounding a parasite or bacteria, in an attempt to destroy the bacteria. Your body can have a really difficult time trying to remove these gallstones and because gallstones Read more:Lemon
, Juice
, Detox
, Liver
Can’t Make Up Your Mind? 2007-05-31 15:03:48
This has got to be a “why did nobody think of that before” moment. How many times do you hear people responding to a question with “whatever… anything”. Well this is what one company in Singapore has decided to cash in on by releasing cans of “whatever” and “anything”.
So what am I babbling on about?
Well, Singapore company Out of the Box has released two cans of soft drink simply labeled “whatever” and “anything”. You don’t actually know what you’re going to get until you open it and have a taste. It could be anything from Root Beer to Apple Tea.
I don’t know about anyone else but I personally love the idea.
Can Tea Really Help You Lose Weight? 2007-05-31 11:00:29
You may already have read about tea’s ability to decrease your chance of heart disease and reduce your stress but will it help shift a few pounds? Well, there have been studies, and yes, it seems that tea can help you lose weight.
Increase Your Energy
Many people these days suffer from a lack of energy so turn to caffeine tablets and pills but a better way of increasing your energy is by drinking tea. Because tea gives you more energy there’s no excuse for not exercising which means you can burn off extra fat calories.
Tea has also been shown to increase your body’s metabolic rate so that you can burn of fat. It seems that according to studies, tea can help you burn off 80 calories a day along with exercising.
You may or may not have heard of “flavanoids”. Flavanoids work by increasing your body’s natural hormone “norepinephrine”. So how does this help you? Well, norepinephrine encourages the body’s metabolic rate for burning o Read more:Weight
Aromatherapy Blends: Do’s and Dont’s to Blending 2007-06-18 11:15:04
Because aromatherapy can be fairly confusing if you’re new to it you can start off by buying ready made blends of essential oil. On the other hand, if you’re more experienced and want the flexibility of creating your own creations then continue reading….
Blending
is simply the combining of different aromatherapy carrier oils, essential oils, absolutes, CO2s, herbs and occasionally water for the purpose of achieving different results.
There’s more to blending than simply adding random oils together. You need to understand the theory behind blending before you rush off and waste money. Once you understand the theory behind blending, it’s something you’ll easily be able to do on your own.
What’s the Difference Between Aromatic and Therapeutic Blending
Simply put: with aromatic blending we’re primarily concerned with the scent, whereas with therapeutic blending our aim is to deal with aches and pains. Although the focus with therapeutic Read more:Aromatherapy
8 Ways to Deal with Sensitive Skin 2007-06-17 11:56:17 Luckily I don’t suffer from sensitive skin, but I do have a friend who does. After seeing what she goes through I’m very grateful for having hardy skin. If you have sensitive skin you may experience any number of problems including itchy, flaky, red or irritated skin. This can be due many factors including food allergies, ingredients in beauty products and sun exposure.
Why can Skin be Sensitive
?
One of the major causes of sensitive skin has to be a reaction to product ingredients. Think about your daily skin care regime, specifically the number of products you use. Soaps, cleansers, toners, blemish reducers, lipstick, foundation, blush, facial masks, perfume – the list never ends! Also, chances are all your products are manufactured by different brands. Although you might think you’re doing your skin good, the opposite may be true!
Causes of Sensitive Skin
The problem with trying to identify the causes of you irritation is that it can take days for your body
What Are The Benefits of Aromatherapy? 2007-06-16 10:55:58
What is Aromatherapy
?
Aromatherapy harnesses the body’s sense of smell to help relieve stress, boost moods and improve general wellbeing. Each type of essential oil has its own unique health giving properties. If you want to feel energized then choose eucalyptus or peppermint, whereas if you want to feel relaxed and sleepy then lavender and chamomile are excellent choices. If you’re feeling tired and want to feel revitalized then choose either lemon or rosemary.
Wow! Aren’t our Bodies Amazing?
The sense of smell is powerful. In fact, the body can distinguish around 10,000 different scents! As scents are inhaled, the smell travels across the olfactory nerves located inside the nose and then up into the part of the brain that controls our moods, our memories and our ability to learn. This area is called the Limbic System and when stimulated it releases endorphins, neurotransmitters and other ‘feel-good’ chemicals.
Aromatherapy isn’t all just Read more:Benefits
Absolutes in Aromatherapy 2007-06-16 10:23:47
What makes aromatherapy so attractive? Many people will say that smell can improve the body, mind and soul. That’s why it’s so important when practicing the use of aromatherapy to find one that smells attractive. Absolutes are only recently becoming part of aromatherapy. The highly-concentrated scent of absolutes can waken powerful feelings and emotions even in the busiest of lives.
So What Exactly are Absolutes?
Absolutes are basically a more concentrated form of essential oil extracted from plants. What actually makes them different is the process by which the oil is obtained. Essential oils are primarily extracted using a steam distillation process.
However, the process of extracting absolutes involves the use of chemicals and solvents. This extraction method creates a more concentrated version of the plant’s essence - one that is far more fragrant. The problem is that traces of chemicals and solvents can often be found in the end product.
This is why absol Read more:Aromatherapy
Problems Sleeping? Here’s 6 Tips For a Better Night Sleep 2007-06-16 07:44:44 If you’re having problems getting a good night sleep then you may not realize that your sleeping environment can have a profound effect on you. Check out these tips to see if they can help you sleep better.
1# Noise Levels
Sleep
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in a quiet room may seem pretty obvious but have you really scrutinized all the background noises. These may include barking dogs and outside traffic
How can you quiet the noise levels inside your bedroom? If you have wooden floors then one of the simplest things you can do is to buy a rug. Buy thick curtains to muffle any noises and if you only have windows with a single pane of glass, consider replacing them with double or even triple glazing. And if all else fails, consider wearing earplugs.
2# Room Temperature
Ambient temperature that is too warm or too humid can make it more difficult to fall asleep. Ideally, the room should feel slightly cool as this temperature more closely matches that of the body when it is in the midst of sleep.
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How to Stop Snoring 2007-06-22 06:02:58
Thousands of people are awaken each night by a horrible rumbling noise. No, it’s not a train or a bear, it’s their spouse. Snoring
not only affects the person doing the snoring, but also anyone sharing the room with them. Both suffer from a lack of sleep, with the snorer usually displaying a bruise on their shin from the non-snorer who spent half the time trying to get them to roll over.
Besides being loud and disruptive, snoring can also pose a serious health risk. Sleep apnea occurs when someone temporarily stops breathing.
What Causes Snoring ?
To put it simply, snoring is caused by a blocked airway. The blockage can occur when you are congested due to a cold or caused by over relaxed muscles of the throat and tongue. This relaxation can be brought on by the use of alcohol and drugs.
There are those whose soft tissue in the back of the mouth is large which helps to block the airway. Also, individuals that are overweight or have larger necks tend to snore more than oth
How To Give A Back Massage 2007-06-20 07:54:14 When you go to a massage therapist, you’re not just paying for their time; you’re paying for their extensive knowledge and expertise. They’ve undergone long-term training that involves learning anatomy and physiology and they’ve practiced for a long time in order to fully understand their craft.
But sometimes dedicated amateurs can emulate their skill to a lesser degree, making those needed sessions a little fewer or farther between. Here are basic techniques on how to give a back massage.
The Fan Stroke
When using fan strokes, apply some oil to decrease friction, then kneel beside the person you’re giving a massage to. Place the palms of your hands in the mid back, fingers facing away from the spine. You’ll be asserting pressure on muscle groups called the latissiumus dorsi and the trapezius. Be sure not to press directly on the spine, but alongside it.
Move the whole hand (palm and fingers) with moderate pressure up the back, along the shoulder Read more:Massage
Improve your Immune System with Exercise 2007-06-19 11:53:02 If you followed every faddy diet going you’d be running around in circles so much you’d fall over! One moment you’re reading that oats are good for you, then you read it’s not. Same goes for protein and fat. But the one thing that everyone agrees on is that exercise is essential and can help give your immune system a boost.
The role of exercise in helping to lower stress - and the subsequent beneficial effects on health - has been widely studied. Here the studies are less clear, contradicting one another in some details. But overall the conclusion is the same: moderate, regular exercise helps the immune system by moderating the effects of stress.
What is clearly understood after 30 years of research, is that high amount of stress affects overall health. If you’re stressed and under pressure then you’ll be more prone to colds, fatigue and digestive problems. Also if you are stressed then you won’t be getting a deep sleep which somewhat com Read more:Improve
, Immune
, System
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How to Cure Bad Breath 2007-06-19 11:11:25 How many times have you been about to meet someone and thought, “Oh no, do I have bad breath?” I’m sure that has happened to each of us at one time or another. If someone is with us during our realization, they usually became the “breath smeller’ and if the news is negative we desperately search for a mint or mouth spray to improve the situation. If none is found, then the night is spent covering our mouths as we try and interact with others. So, I guess the question now is how can we prevent this from happening in the first place?
Everyone has had bad breath at one time. Whether it is the dreaded “morning breath” or the “onions with garlic on the side” breathe- we have all been there. Most of the time bad breath can be temporarily covered up with mints or mouth spray but the key word there is temporarily. While in the case of “morning breath” which can easily be fixed with a good teeth brushing or the “onion breath” which usually passes on its own, chro Read more:Breath
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