Question 1

how to get rid of crabs/pubic lice?

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Pubic lice: 
The most effective approach is to retreat lice. The reason is that not all pediculicides kill the eggs. It is best to retreat in the window when the eggs have hatched into nymphs but are not yet hatching new eggs. There are however, some pediculicides which are strongly ovicidal.

Question 2

how to get rid of crab lice? drown them?

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Nope.: They can hold their breath a long time, apparently. Treatment of choice is still Permethrin cream, applied to the area and washed off after 10 minutes. I usually recommend repeating the treatment a couple of days later to be sure.

Question 3

could shaving your pubes get rid of pubic lice?

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Shaving is not: Sufficient. Pubic lice (phthirus pubis) can be treated with otc product like nix (permethrin) or rid. Other options are prescription medications like Malathion (kept on affected area for 8 to 12 hours); invermectin (2 pills – may need to repeated in 10 days); lindane (if you have failed other treatments).

Question 4

how to get rid of body tags?

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Not easy: over the counter "Tag-Away" might help, according to some people. 
but dermatologist certainly would help.

Question 5

how to i get rid of body fat?

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Diet and Exercise: The goal is to burn more calories than you consume. Watch your diet-eliminate junk food and don't over eat. Consider liquids as well-soda, alcohol, etc contains a lot of calories. Exercise multiple times a week. If you find an activity you really enjoy you'll be more likely to engage in that activity. Avoid fad diets that could prevent you from getting adequate nutrition. Make healthy choices!

Question 6

are there really foods that can get rid of body fat?

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No but some can help: Helpful weight loss diets include natural foods that take time to chew but contain few calories. Examples include carrots, celery, and iceberg lettuce (without salad dressing). When shopping for fruits, buy small ones no bigger than a tennis ball, because fruits contain natural sugar. Drinks without calories include water and green tea. A calorie is a calorie, regardless of where it comes from.

Question 7

how can i get rid of body odor?

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You can't: Everyone will have a smell but we don't want it to be overpowering.  Pay attention to hygiene- wash clothes, body, hair often and brush teeth.  Use a deodorant and avoid strong smelling foods, tobacco and alcohol.  If those measures fail, you may have a medical or dental condition so consider seeing your doctor.

Question 8

best way to get rid of body odor?

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Take a bath: Bathe regularly (daily), use an antiperspirant/deodorant combo on your under-arms every time after you bathe.  Keep your clothes washed and dried to avoid holding body odors.  Don't smoke.   If the above plan is not enough, then add:  eat a low fat diet, avoid raw onions and garlic.  If all that doesn't work, see a dermatologist or your primary doctor.

Question 9

how do i get rid of body odor for good?

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Body odor: Some degree of body odor is very normal in the post pubertal adult.  Hygiene and deodorants can mask the odor but there are not many healthy choices to eliminate odor "for good".

Question 10

what is the best way to get rid of body fat without having surgery or taking a 
lot of pills?

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Many: You need a prudent low fat diet high in complex carbohydratres and moderate protein with a daily exercise program that builds muscle and reduces fat.  See a nutritionist, a certified personal trainer and get clearance from your pcp if you are over 30 or or not in good general health.  Don't do low or very low calorie diets or other trendy things.  Cutting back 500 cal/day = 26 # loss/year.

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