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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Natural Ways to Get Rid of Pimples
April 15, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Everyone gets pimples at one time or another, and sometimes they are completely unavoidable. When oil from the skin gets clogged in the hair follicles, it can trap bacteria and dead skin cells. This clog can cause an inflammation, which…
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Day Care
Creating a shared day care service for both children and the elderly together, would be a wonderful way to provide them with more than just a form of “supervision” or “babysitting”. Our elderly and young people are not plants or…
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Womens Shoe Trends for Summer 2009
As 2008 came to a close, women embraced the diversity of their footwear. They embraced the swanky names of Mary Jane, Betty Boop, peep-toe and espadrile. They jumped on the trend of Crocs and finally left Birkenstocks behind. Tall women…
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How to Jump Higher & Quicker
Overview The quickest way to achieve a higher and quicker jump is to train with plyometrics. According to Dr. Fred Hatfield, head of the International Sports Sciences Association, plyometrics build the central nervous system to stimulate as many muscle cells…
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Marriage should be a Sacred Institution between only a Woman and a Man – Disagree
Marriage should not be a sacred institution between only a woman and a man. I believe that any two persons of marrying age should have the same advantages that any man and woman can have in America just by purchasing…
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Primary Uses of Cholesterol
Overview Cholesterol is well known for its connection with coronary artery disease, but it has an important role in the health and function of the body as well. Cholesterol is present in every cell of the body and is an…
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Why do Women Buy Shoes
Green, red, blue, black, brown, multi-colored, they clamor from the closet, spilling out when only one pair is due for release. High, low, flat, smart, casual,sporty, they are self-important little expressions of their owner’s personality. Like the women who buy…
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Essential Shoes for any Woman
We’ve all heard the saying “shoes can truly make or break an outfit”, but how do we make sure that they always make it? The best way is to have a good selection of essential shoes that will work for…
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Shoe Storage
Has your shoe collection become so fabulous and large that it no longer fits in your closet? The good news is that there are some great shoe storage options out there for the shoe lover. Here is a guide describing…
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Women Sexy Stretch Marks Health
In a world where men and women alike are bombarded with Victoria’s Secret commercials, belly shirts, celebrity worship, and all the various messages and images on the Internet, it’s good to find something real now and then; like stretch marks….
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Exercises for a Flat Stomach for a Woman Over 60
As you age, fluctuating hormones and a decline in muscle mass yield a slower metabolism and stored fat, particularly around the midsection. According to the Mayo Clinic, the problem is even more pronounced in women than men. However, women over…
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How to Organize Socks
How many times have you ended up with one sock in a pair? Does it seem like your washing machine eats them? Many people find it difficult to keep socks organized in a way that lets you keep all of…
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Ways to Protect an Aging Parent without Making them Feel less Independent
It is important for adult children to monitor their aging parents, just as it is important for parents to monitor their young children. Both of these life stages put individuals at safety risk. As our parents age, it is important…
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Moving your Elderly Parent into your House
When you move your parent into your house, have no regrets. It is not the wrong (you might think that way) but definitely the right intention. Just simply remember all that they did for you back in your younger days,…
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Exercises for a Pot Belly Stomach
Men tend to gain fat in the abdomen as visceral fat. Visceral fat surrounds the viscera, or internal organs, and is inside the abdominal wall. This results in a tight pot belly. If you gain more weight, it will usually…
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Early Symptoms of a Sinus Infection
According to the National Library of Medicine, a sinus infection is the result of inflamed and irritated sinuses. Sinus infections are commonly caused by allergies, the common cold or environmental factors such as pollution. Identifying the early symptoms of a…
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How to Make Christmas Special for a Parent in a Nursing Home
Christmas is a special time of year. People rushing around to get shopping done, wrapping gifts and putting up decorations. Then there are the holiday parties to give and attend, cards to send out and goodies to bake or buy….
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Carnation Instant Milk Powder Nutrition
April 15, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Milk is recognized as an excellent source of calcium to build healthy, strong bones. In 1954, Carnation created nonfat dry milk that could be mixed with water to make milk. Often referred to as “magic crystals,” Carnation instant milk…
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Best Hair Removal Products for Sensitive Skin
Having excess body hair can be a real pain, it seems to need constant maintenance and it seems like as soon as you have removed it, it has already grown back! And there are so many products available on the…
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Autism Spectrum Symptoms
April 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) include autism, Asperger’s syndrome, Rett syndrome and child disintegrative disorder. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) states that about 3.4 in 1000 children between the ages of 3 and 10 have one of the autism…
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5 Ways to Prevent Work Related Injuries
1. Staying Safe At Work Thousands of people are injured on the job every year. Workplace injuries can occur no matter what you do for a living: Whether you move furniture, wait tables or do secretarial work in an office,…
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Three Ways to Wear Pearls in a Modern Manner
Pearls conjure up different images to different people. Some people associate them with elderly women; but to those with a knack for style, they represent a classic accessory for all ages. There are many ways to wear pearls in a…
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Independence and Aging Parents
In the next 25 years, the number of people reaching the age of 85 and older will double. Many Baby Boomers and Generation X are now in the position of having to care for an aging parent. Making the transition…
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Tips for Track Sprinters to Run Faster
April 15, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Whether you are a track star on the rise, a new runner or an athlete wanting extra speed for that competitive edge, knowing how to increase sprinting speed can make all the difference. In general, increasing endurance is easier, as…
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What Are the Side Effects of HPV?
April 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Human papilloma virus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted disease. Many patients with an HPV infection show no signs or side effects of the disease, which leads to them unwittingly passing the virus along to sexual partners. This virus is…
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How other Peoples Comments can Influence your Body Image
Body image is shaped by a range of factors, from your exposure to images in the media to how people in your everyday life react to your appearance. This is a very superficial world and so if you fail to…
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Top handbags for fashionable women
This season, every woman who loves pink, chocolate, and is inspired by Sex and the City is looking for that perfect accessory to spice up their wardrobe. Instead of going crazy looking for an expensive broach or oversized necklace, why…
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Heartburn Treatments for Pregnancy
The combination of pregnancy hormones and an increasing girth all contribute to the reflux of food and acid into your esophagus. As the acid rises, you experience pain and discomfort beneath your breast bone. There may be specific triggers for…
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What Are the Benefits of Patchouli Essential Oil?
Possessing a powerful and long-lasting scent, patchouli essential oil does much more than just provide a distinct and robust fragrance. A small, bush-like plant, patchouli grows most often in countries in southeast Asia and the West Indies, writes aromatherapist Patricia…
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Chronic Stinky Feet
April 15, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Natural foot perspiration coupled with the bacteria that normally resides on your skin act in concert to produce foot odor, but chronic stinky feet can have a different cause–and require more extreme treatment. According to Dr. Andrew Weil, integrative…
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