Overview Most people establish individual retirement accounts (IRAs) to help save for their retirement years. Because of the tax and investment advantages of IRAs, restrictions are placed on these accounts to prevent them from being withdrawn prematurely to be used…
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Parents need to build and maintain a whole suite of disciplinary tools that can be used for various situations, suggest educators and family therapists at the Child Welfare League of America. One size does not fit all. Consider creative ways…
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Overview If you want to find yoga music for a home practice, then start to explore kirtan, sitar, New Age or chanting styles of music, to inspire a traditional yogic sound. The yoga scene has popular voices and musicians to…
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According to the American Institute of Stress, stress has many different causes, which can vary from person to person. A situation or condition that bothers one person might not worry another person at all. Some individuals get stressed easily while…
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If you wish to lose weight or increase your metabolism without the use of prescription medication or an intense exercise program, then herbal supplements can be a fitting option for you. Found in most local drug stores and in many…
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Approximately 262 million waste tires were generated in the United States during 2007 according to the Rubber Manufacturers Association. Diverting these tires to recycling facilities helps reduce waste and conserve natural resources. Recycled tires are shredded or ground to form…
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There are two types of solar energy. Passive solar energy utilizes natural light, heat and air flow through the use of windows and skylights. Active solar energy uses solar panel arrays to convert light from the sun into usable electricity…
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Overview When purchasing a homeowner’s insurance policy, you have the option of having your claims settled on a replacement cost basis or based on the actual cash value of your personal property or dwelling. Replacement cost insurance provides greater coverage…
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Overview Youth sports can be one of the most fulfilling aspects of childhood for many young people. It may begin with tossing a football back and forth with an older sibling or father or kicking around a soccer ball with…
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No relationship is perfect, and every one hits bumps and snags along the road as two people learn to live and love together. Infidelity, lack of communication and a bevy of other disagreements and problems can threaten to ruin a…
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One of the chief jobs of parents is to keep their children healthy, which involves teaching them a variety of responsibilities. Not only do children need to eat healthy foods, they should be involved in daily activities that keep them…
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Though everyone experiences it as part of life, fear can be stunting when it comes to social or cognitive life. Fear may be treated by a professional in the event it severely affects the daily life of the person experiencing…
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Overview Inheritance laws in all 50 state impact divorce proceedings, according to the American Bar Association Section of Family Law. Despite some slight variations in different jurisdictions, all state statutes deal with inherited property in divorce cases in essentially the…
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Dopamine plays an important role in many healthy behaviors and medical conditions. It is, for example, a neurotransmitter and neurohormone involved in Parkinson’s disease. In that disorder, dopamine levels are low, causing unwanted movements and slurred speech. These symptoms can…
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Overview Lemon balm, a member of the mint family, and valerian, a woody-stemmed perennial plant, are native to the Mediterranean area and throughout eastern Europe. The two herbs share similar properties, common histories and traditional uses for many of the…
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A father’s rights in custody cases are established in the family law provisions of state statutes across the country. These laws are designed to delineate a father’s rights to seek and obtain child custody, as well as to establish visitation…
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Recycling prevents waste, conserves natural resources and reduces air and water pollution. More than 70 percent of the millions of tons of garbage that Americans use each year could be recycled, according to the Nebraska Energy Office. Recycled materials are…
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Overview A fixed annuity is an investment product issued by insurance companies that is most like a certificate of deposit, CD, issued by a bank. Fixed annuities provide regular and consistent interest payments in exchange for investor deposits. However, whereas…
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Overview It’s second nature to comfort a distraught friend by rubbing her shoulder, or to instinctively rub your big toe to ease pain after stubbing it. Massage therapy operates on a similar premise, and has been used throughout the ages…
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According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, poor cardiovascular health is responsible for more deaths in the U.S. than any other disease. Many factors can contribute to heart disease including diet and lifestyle. Natural herbal remedies can…
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Overview Among the functions of the colon, also referred to as the large intestine, is the absorption of water and minerals, notes herbalist David Hoffmann in his book “The New Holistic Herbal.” Common dysfunctions of the colon include colitis, an…
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Overview The science and process of converting light into electricity is called photovoltaics. In 1839, a French scientist named Edmund Bequerel discovered that some substances could absorb light and give off electricity as a result. Called the “photoelectric effect,” this…
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For thousands of years, herbal remedies have been used to relieve suffering. Researchers are currently testing the effectiveness of alternative health herbs for various ailments. Through these trials, we get a firmer grasp on how the remedies can or cannot…
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According to the Anxiety Disorder Association of America, an estimated 40 million adult Americans suffer from anxiety disorders and only one-third of those receive treatment. Anxiety disorders affect sufferers, their families and society at large. Treatment of anxiety disorders can…
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Aluminum cans are one of the few packaging items that are 100 percent recyclable. Despite the ease of recycling in most areas, the aluminum can recycling rate is only at around 52 percent, according to the Can Manufacturers Institute. Increased…
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Overview Produced from a plant originally found in Italy, southern France and Syria, clary sage is now cultivated throughout the world. Clary sage has a long history of use, dating to at least medieval times. Aromatherapist Patricia Davis writes in…
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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that, as of 2008, the U.S. had 82,000 grocery stores. This large number of food stores alone, not to mention other brick-and-mortar retailers, means a large number of bags are being used. Depending…
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Many people take supplements to improve some physical aspect of themselves, such as endurance, or to ward off physical illness. However, some supplements can also help enhance cognitive abilities. Many people are concerned with the memory loss that naturally occurs…
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Many women’s magazines contain advertisements for herbal supplements designed to give the appearance of larger breasts. These advertisements include a disclaimer stating that their claims have not been substantiated by the Food and Drug Administration. The supplements generally contain herbs…
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Despite minimal variations in the laws from one jurisdiction to another, child custody laws in all U.S. states possess common provisions pertaining to basic issues, according to the American Bar Association Section of Family Law. These laws include provisions for…
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