How Does Blood Clot?
Overview Blood clotting, also called blood coagulation, occurs in reaction to a wound to halt the flow of blood. This happens so that blood loss will stop and also so that the wound will be closed and no bacteria or…
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How to Improve Communication in a Relationship
Regardless of the type of relationship, or whether it’s between a man and a woman or between people who are just friends or co-workers, good communication skills are helpful not just in avoiding misunderstandings, but also because communicating effectively will…
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A Toddler With a Fever
Overview A fever in a small child can be alarming, especially when it occurs in the middle of the night. With doctors’ offices closed and the child possibly displaying other symptoms, it is easy to feel confused and overwhelmed. While…
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Whatever Size or Weight Women are
April 18, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Not all women are desperate to be skinny, but in Western society most of them appear to be because of the images of supposedly beautiful women they are continually being fed. It is not surprising that so many women end…
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Anerexia Bulimia and Eating Disorders – No
April 18, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Many people seem to assume that eating disorders occur as a result of models that we see in the media today. However this perception is far too simplified. The obsession of modern society to find one thing to blame for…
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The Modern Mans take on Womens Sexuality
Since the beginning of time, there have been unfortunate stereotypes placed on women’s sexuality. If a man has multiple sexual partners and boasts of his exploits to friends, he seems to gain a sense of notoriety. However, a woman meeting…
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Homemade Beauty Oils for the Neck
Homemade Beauty Oils For The Neck: The neck is an area of the body that should be taken care of just as the face because the neck is one of the first parts of the body to show its age…
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Feverfew Extract
April 18, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Feverfew, or Tanacetum parthenium, is a member of the daisy family. The plant originated in the Balkan Mountains, then spread across Europe. It is grown as a garden flower, and has been naturalized in North America and Australia. Aside…
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Symptoms of Adrenal Fatigue
Adrenal fatigue occurs when the adrenal glands do not function at an optimal level, especially after periods of prolonged stress. The adrenal glands, located above the kidneys, produce adrenaline, cortisol, estrogen, aldosterone and testosterone. When these hormones are unbalanced, the…
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The Official Game Rules for Softball
April 18, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Softball is often sanctioned by the National Collegiate Athletic Association and International Softball Federation. There are numerous rules of the game when playing softball. The rules are very similar to baseball rules. Pitching The pitcher is only allowed to throw…
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Ab Exercises for Losing Fat
April 18, 2015 Weight Management
In order to increase the strength and definition of your abdominal muscles, you need to lose excess fat. You can get strong abs and lose fat by performing exercises that will build muscle, as well as elevate your heart rate…
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What Are the Benefits of a Liver Detox?
The liver is a person’s biggest internal organ. It serves as the body’s filter and also is involved in metabolic processes, helps regulate fat storage, produces proteins, helps regulate blood flow, helps control blood sugar and supports the digestive system,…
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Foods Containing Electrolytes
April 18, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Electrolytes are minerals that carry an electric charge. The body needs electrolytes to regulate nerve and muscle function, maintain acid-base balance and maintain fluid balance. Electrolytes such as chloride, potassium, sodium, magnesium and calcium can be lost through sweat and…
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Bilberry Extract Benefits
Bilberry is a close relative of the cranberry, blueberry and huckleberry. It has dark purple berries that ripen in late summer and look and taste similar to the American blueberry. It grows to 16 inches tall, with pointed, oval leaves…
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Ways to Flatten My Stomach
Flat tummies and six-pack abs are a goal for plenty of people, especially just after the New Year is beginning or swim season is drawing close. There is no magic bullet for flattening your stomach. Some people get good results…
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How to Handle Finances when Moving in together
April 18, 2015 Relationships and Family - Other
The decision to move in with a significant other is a big one. There are many considerations that come into play when deciding to move in together, but few are as important as those pertaining to finances. Figuring out how…
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Common Shoulder Injuries & Symptoms
Shoulder injuries caused by overuse or trauma all have one common symptom: shoulder pain. The pain location and speed of onset give clues as to which disorder has occurred. These may involve the muscles, tendons, bursae, ligaments, bones and/or joints…
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Home Remedies to Stop Head Lice
Lice are tiny parasites that live on the scalp of humans and feed on small amounts of blood. According to KidsHealth.org, an award-winning health-information website, lice are a very common problem, especially among kids ages 3 to 12. Girls typically…
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How to Reinvent your Appearance
April 18, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Updating or changing your looks does not have to cost a fortune. There are many simple ways to update your appearance for just a few dollars. Some inexpensive ideas to change your look and bolster your confidence include purchasing a…
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What Are the Benefits of Sea Salt?
April 18, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Sea salt is popular among gourmet cooking enthusiasts thanks to its rich flavor. Katherine Zeratsky, a registered dietitian with the Mayo Clinic, writes that traditional table salt and sea salt are identical chemically, but trace elements in sea water produce…
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Tips for Helping a Man last Longer in Bed
Premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, low staminia, and a host of other problems can haunt any sexually-active male from 18, onwards. Sometimes even the fear of failure can be enough to cause these problems. The thing to do is to relax…
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Deodorant Brands that Won’t Leave White Marks on your Clothes
I don’t know about you, but I just hate it when I slip my favorite shirt over my head and look in the mirror to see a huge white streak smiling across my hips. If this has happened to you,…
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Forms of Cancer of the Blood
April 18, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The blood is made up of a number of cells and compounds, which fall into the general categories of white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets, which are suspended in a saline solution called plasma. The cells of the…
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Why do People Stop Caring about their Appearance
April 18, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
People tend to put themselves last, especially if they are responsible for a family, extended family, chores, and a million other things, especially women. In cases like that, we think of putting ourselves first, as being selfish, and we just…
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Natural Ways to Calm Nerves
A variety of exercises and herbs can naturally calm your nerves. In addition to avoiding stressors, you can use meditation, yoga and even aromatherapy to calm your nerves without the use of prescription medications. Such modalities can have a beneficial…
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Causes of Anxiety & Stress
Stress is a normal reaction to any given situation that causes frustration, anger, worry or excitement. Stress is individualized and typically manageable. Anxiety is a more persistent feeling of fear and uneasiness. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH),…
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About Kava
Overview If you are looking for an herbal remedy to knock the edge off of your anxiety and help you sleep more soundly, you may take a look at the herb kava. Known in its native South Pacific as a…
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Negative Effects of Colonics
The body’s digestive system is a self-regulating, self-cleaning system. From the time when food enters the body to the point when it leaves, the body’s chemicals maintain a healthy inner environment, as explained by University of Illinois-Chicago Emeritus Professor Kelvin…
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Contact Lens Eye Infection Treatments
Millions of people worldwide wear contact lenses every day. However, these alternatives to glasses or surgery can introduce bacterial, fungal or amoebic infection into the eye, causing pain, redness and vision limitations. Infections of the cornea, called keratitis, can occur…
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Dress like ADA Wong
Ada Wong is the femme fatale Chinese American in the Resident Evil video games. She has a keen eye and dresses in a very feminine and sultry manner, which pertains deeply to her character. If you want to look sultry…
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Love at first Sight – No
April 18, 2015 Relationships and Family - Other
Some people believe in love at first sight, others do not. I do not. Why? I have felt that intense feeling when you see someone the first time and I know it is lust, not love. You know what they…
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