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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On the surface combining child and elder care sounds like a good idea. My initial reaction was seeing the joy that a small child brings to an elderly person. Then I started thinking about how convenient this situation would be…
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If you have ever heard the saying that you should not try to look like celebrities because they’re not real, you should know that this is partially true. Yes, they are real people, but their image is not always so…
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April 16, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview For many skaters, tricks are a way to make board riding both more interesting and enjoyable. However, for a variety of reasons, many skateboarders find the hardest part of completing tricks is in trying to land them correctly. Step…
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Oh Yes You Can! Be in Control of Your Thoughts and Feelings Do you believe you can control what y ur feelings will be no matter what happens? Notice how some people complain and whine while others are happy and…
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Overview Exercising is a part of a healthy lifestyle, yet an injury can occur when performing the same movement over time. After lifting weights or running, your joints may become sore. In most cases this pain is not a serious…
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No matter what kind of shoes your are wishing to care for, the best form of protection comes from taking those initial steps (pun intended) to prevent marks and discoloration. So before stepping out in those nice new shoes, think…
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It is clear that a relationship is ending when you just don’t feel the same anymore. It occurs that day you wake up and you find yourself in the same boring rut of a relationship that you’ve spent that last…
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Cloves are a versatile herb that can be used to season foods or to treat various medical problems. The herbs come from evergreen clove trees, and are harvested as the unopened pink flower buds. These buds harden and turn brown…
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I can count all my closest friends on one hand, but those people are as close, if not closer to me than some of the people who are family members. However, the offset to this statement is that the same…
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Even with the perfect hairstyle and the perfect outfit, acne is sure to destroy any look. Basically, acne is an abundance of blemishes that are caused by overactive sebaceous oil glands. Fortunately, there are numerous strategies to treat and prevent…
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Are expensive or designer shoes worth the extra money? Readers of The New York Times Magazine and Fashion Magazine would agree that fashion is important. How many readers who think that designer shoes are worth the money also think that…
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As we age, we discern distinct changes occurring in our body. Although several factors come into play in the aging process, it is our skin that is our skin that reveals the first visible tell-tale signs of aging. As wrinkles,…
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Overview The Mayo Clinic defines abortion as a procedure that uses various medications and instruments to end an established pregnancy. An abortion, as with any medical procedure, can seem frightening if unsure of what to expect. Though the specific processes…
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April 16, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview A facelift is a common cosmetic surgical procedure to help erase wrinkles and remove sagging of the skin, but there will be scars, which are normally hidden within the folds of the skin and by the hairline. Healing takes…
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Lemon balm is a plant that is part of the mint family and native to Europe. Its use extends back to the Middle Ages, when it was used to relieve anxiety and stress and promote sleeping. It was also steeped…
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April 16, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Soccer requires a high level of physical fitness. A soccer player must be in good physical condition to perform the series of jogs and sprints over the extended periods required in a soccer game. Strength and flexibility also should…
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April 16, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Rosacea is a skin condition affecting a person’s face. The skin on the forehead, nose, cheeks, chin and eyelids may experience symptoms, such as tiny blood vessels at the surface of the skin, acne, swelling, patches of skin that are…
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Women have curves. The problem with our society is that we are bombarded with celebrities who are so thin that we become programmed to look at our curves and think that we should not look this way. If I were…
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I have been mentored by the elderly since days of old it seems. I can remember my grandmother teaching me the right way to live and what were the consequences for not obeying the right way given me. Sometimes I…
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In a quiet restaurant, my attention was captured by the family in the booth across from my own. Waiting for their order to be filled, the mother spoke loudly into a cell phone while the teenage son listened to music…
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Eucalyptus oil is found in a number of products that you can purchase over the counter at the grocery store or pharmacy. According to Drugs.com, you can find this oil in products like ointments, inhalers, diaper rash creams and mouthwashes….
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Oh, those sneakers that you just can’t get rid of. The shoes that you sink your feet into and just say “Ahhhh.” The sneakers that I’m speaking of aren’t exactly running shoes – they’re the All-Stars or casual shoes that…
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April 16, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
One of the best things a child can do to guard against illness and prevent the spread of germs to others is to practice good hygiene, according to Children’s Youth and Women’s Health Service (CYWHS). That is why it is…
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April 16, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Wasting money on products that do not help with the quest for beauty is an everyday occurrence. While billions of dollars are spent for cosmetics and toiletries, they do not always work as promised. Even for the average consumer this…
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Combining day care with elder care, now there’s a double edged sword. At first glance it would appear to be the perfect solution to short-staffed, overworked professional care givers. Society’s already overburdened health care system could take advantage of a…
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April 16, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview The scientific name for noni is Morinda citrifolia. The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCAAM) reports noni juice is touted as a general health tonic but, further research is needed to investigate its true healing potential. Experts…
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April 16, 2015 Sports & Recreation
To lead a healthy lifestyle, you should aim for at least 150 minutes of exercise every week, according to activity guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Getting in 150 minutes of exercise a week can be…
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Overview The Curves 30-minute workout combines smooth, hydraulic resistance with low-impact aerobic activity. Similar in movement to water aerobics, this strength-training and cardio workout is safe and effective for women of all ages and fitness levels, including women who are…
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Cowboy boots are green shoes. Real cowboy boots are. By real that means that, the boots are made of leather and the upper part is made of leather or skin. Cowboy boots are very expensive and are crafted using very…
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April 16, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Acai palm trees grow in the South American rainforests. They produce berries that are a good source of fiber, heart-healthy fats and antioxidants, report doctors at the Mayo Clinic. Since fresh acai berries spoil quickly and are difficult to import,…
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