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why is it considered healthier to eat slowly versus eating quickly?

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Eating more slowly: allows the feedback loop for satiety to take effect. You may ultimately eat less. It might help to avoid indigestion or bloating that occur from rapidly eating large amounts of food.

Question 2

what are isotonic  versus isokinetic exercises and what are the differences?

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Her are they: Now, there are several forms of lifting... Isotonic, auxotonic, isokinetic, and isometric. Here is a brief defination of all.

Isotonic - where there is constant tension during the lift 
isokinetic - constant velocity (speed) in the lift 
isometric - there is no change in muscle length during the lift, static 
auxotonic - changing tensions caused by altered velocities and joint angles.

Question 3

what is the difference between primary sjgrens versus secondary sjgrens?

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Difference: Secondary sjogren's is sjogren disorder that is superimposed on another one (primary), such as lupus and or rheumatoid arthritis, unlike primary sjogren's  that is a stand alone condition.

Question 4

what are some differences between  isotonic exercises versus isokinetic exercises?

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Types of exercise: Isotonic= if you push against something that is immovable you are experiencing isometric contractions. This may also be called static tension; isokinetic = 
exercises used in therapeutic settings with a device/ machine to help control the speed of the exercises.

Read more: http://www.Livestrong.Com/article/434761-isotonic-isometric-and-isokinetic-exercises/#ixzz2nrc5e3sa.

Question 5

what are some isotonic exercises versus isokinetic exercises, what are the differences?

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Her is the differanc: Isokinetic exercise  dynamic muscle activity performed at a constant angular velocity; torque and tension remain constant while muscles shorten or lengthen.
Isotonic exercise  active exercise without appreciable change in the force of muscular contraction, with shortening of the muwith shortening of the muscle.

Question 6

what is talc versus cornstarch powder?

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See below: Talc is an impure mineral whereas cornstarch is complex sugarfrom corn kernels.  Both are used on skin as a drying agent.  Concern has been raised about talc in that it may cause lung problems if inhaled and may slightly increase risk of ovarian cancer in women who use it to prevent recurrent yeast infections. Although asbestos is naturally found in talc, home care products should be asbestos-free

Question 7

when do you get general versus specific anaesthesia?

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DependsOnPt&Surgery: Major operations (esp in chest or abdominal cavity) require general anesthesia. Regional anesthesia (spinal, epidural, nerve blocks) can be used when there is a specific part of the body that requires surgery that can be completely numbed.  This doesn't preclude giving meds for sedation. Furthermore, many peope will opt for general even if a regional will suffice. Studies show they r equally safe.

Question 8

how can i get a complete erection versus a 'half' one?

Accepted Answer

No alcohol ?viagra (sildenafil): Try and avoid alcohol. You may need to see a urologist or  your primary care md/do for viagra (sildenafil) or cialis.

Question 9

what are contacts for astigmatism versus regular contacts?

Accepted Answer

Toric contacts: Toric contact lens correct astigmatism and either hyperopia or myopia.  Regular lens do not correct astigmatism and are either for hyperopia or myopia.  The lenses are otherwise the same.

Question 10

what are ways to know it is a cavity versus something else?

Accepted Answer

Visit the dentist: Sometimes there is just no substitute for having an expert look at the problem.  Dentists diagnose cavities based off many things... X rays, appearance, hardness, etc.  If you aren't sure what you are looking at, have a dentist check it out.

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