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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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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April 16, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Puffy eyes is not a life-threatening condition, but it can be uncomfortable and unsightly, and you may have to wear sunglasses in the middle of winter to hide the condition, earning some funny looks in the process. All sorts of…
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April 16, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Dandruff is a chronic condition that causes skin to flake from the scalp. It can occur at any age and is common in adolescents, adults and even infants. This disorder, while unsightly and sometimes embarrassing, is not serious or…
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April 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Tuberculosis (TB) refers to a bacterial infection that affects 2 million people annually, states the Mayo Clinic. Its typical symptoms include night sweats, coughing up blood, chest pain, fatigue and fever. Some risk factors for TB include having a weakened…
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According to Joshua Broder, M.D., Assistant Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of North Carolina in “Tintinalli’s Emergency Medicine,” chronic liver disease was the 12th most common cause of death in 2000. Reviewing the statistics compiled…
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April 16, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Aloe vera traditionally is used to heal a variety of ailments. It’s one of the most often used herbs in the United States, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Aloe gel is often used topically. People drink aloe…
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Hormones are a major contributing factor to acne, especially at the onset of puberty. Sebaceous glands, located in the dermis, rev up in producing sebum, an oily substance, that is attached to hair follicles. When the oil dries up, it…
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April 16, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Propolis is created by honeybees to build their hives. This resinous substance is frequently harvested by beekeepers and sold as a dietary supplement and health product ingredient. Propolis has a long history of use for medicinal purposes and continues…
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So you have a pair of sneakers that you like very much, and you can’t find that model anywhere else. They are dirty and possibly beginning to split, but you can’t bear to part with them. Is there any hope?…
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Every year, thousands of families make the difficult decision to move an elderly parent into their home. There is no road map available to guide you through this process. Often it seems to be the only viable option available after…
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There’s a good place for skinny girls. The trend is to be accepting of our weight, but this acceptance has led to a country that is riddled with obesity. There is also a dangerous threshold for young women to become…
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April 16, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
1. Start with a Healthy, Wholesome Crust Make your healthy pizza on a whole-wheat crust. Whole-wheat versions have more nutrients and a nutty taste that livens up your regular pizza crust. Look for a special whole-wheat crust recipe, or just…
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April 16, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Tomatoes For Your Salad and Pasta, Yes. For Your Beauty Routine, Why Not. Tomatoes, what has not been said about this lovely love apple? They can be used in salad, in Pasta sauce, mixed and cooked with vegetables, dried or…
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Some people get angry over a break-up. I’ve always been the sort of person that believes that when things don’t work, two people are responsible, and two people are in pain. There’s no reason for anger, except immediately afterward when…
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April 16, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Cellulite, or dimpled fat, can appear in many places on the body but can be especially embarrassing on the backs of your thighs. To remove this fat, it is important to engage in fat-burning cardiovascular exercise, improve your metabolism through…
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How to learn to cherish family Life teaches us in unexpected ways and I was taught to cherish my family through the unusual medium of researching my family’s history. To begin with, research was an academic exercise; 20 years later,…
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April 16, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Proteins are chains of amino acids that the body uses to build and repair body tissue, help with disease resistance and provide energy. According to Georgetown University, 45 percent of the human body is made up of protein. Protein helps…
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Overview Parental involvement in education can enhance child development by clarifying the needs of both the child and the school, forging invested relationships with school staff, maintaining quality of education at the institution and encouraging children to participate in educational…
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If you want to feel more comfortable with the way you look, a useful start would be to stop comparing yourself to everyone else. Sure, you may not be a raving beauty, but that shouldn’t prevent you from leading the…
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One of the hardest things to go through as a teenager is the end of a good relationship, or worse, a broken engagement. Though most people imagine engaged couples to be in their twenties or thirties, it is more common…
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April 16, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Brazilian soccer has a long and storied history. In 2002, the Brazil national team achieved its fifth World Cup history, making it the most successful men’s national team in world soccer. Brazil has a glamorous image in World Soccer and…
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Plank abdominal strengthening exercises are one of the most effective ways to train your core muscles. The term “core” means “inner units” and describes all the muscles in your trunk area, including your obliques, rectus abdominus and deep abdominal and…
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About 289,000 Americans have undergone a breast augmentation procedure in 2009 alone, making this the most commonly performed cosmetic surgery in the US. Meanwhile, the popularity of this procedure is expected to continue for the next few years. According to…
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The human fetus develops according to a set of precisely ordered and timed stages. The mother’s egg is fertilized by the father’s sperm and becomes a zygote—a single cell containing a new, complete set of DNA. This zygote rapidly divides…
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Hemorrhoids are defined as a cluster of inflamed, swollen veins in the area around the anus, or rectum, states the Mayo Clinic. Hemorrhoids, also known as piles, are often caused by excess straining during evacuation, but may also be caused…
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Chris Bailey was born in Halifax; Yorkshire his father was a Carpenter and his mother a window dresser for Marks and Spencer. When Bailey was growing up he would watch his father build things through his carpentry which inspired him….
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Saying “I Love You,” is important because those three words seal the deal. When I Love You, is said to children, it helps mold a lifetime of security and confidence for when they confront love. Telling your children you love…
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April 16, 2015 Sports & Recreation
The elementary rules of basketball are relatively easy for players to learn and understand. These rules generally are understood by fans, players and coaches, and they are monitored and enforced by game officials on the court. The most basic basketball…
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One of the most important preoccupations for women before their menstrual cycle is how to prevent acne from occurring. Even women with great skin experience such problems once in a while, and it is understandable why menstrual acne brings so…
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April 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Normal people occasionally experience mood swings, in which they feel happy one day and sad the next. But when these mood swings become extreme and occur regularly, they may be considered abnormal. Depending on the circumstances and the pattern…
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Comfrey root has been used since 400 B.C. to treat ailments ranging from wounds and broken bones to gastrointestinal discomfort, according to “Wisconsin Corn Agronomy” published by the University of Wisconsin Cooperative Extension. Today, though comfrey is still available, concerns…
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