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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Exercise & Heart Rate Information
Overview Your heart rate is a measure of how hard you are exercising. Your heart rate increases as the intensity of your effort increases, until you have reached what is called your “maximum heart rate.” At that point, your heart…
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Exercises for Postural Kyphosis
Kyphosis involves forward curvature of the upper back and results in a “hump back” appearance, according to the University of Virginia Health System. Postural kyphosis occurs because of muscular imbalances, slouching and poor posture. While the Mayo Clinic reports that…
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What Are the Side Effects of Histinex?
March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Histinex is a nasal decongestant and antihistamine that contains phenylephrine and hydrocodone. Patients use Histinex to ease coughs and nasal congestion from allergies or colds. It is administered as a syrup. As with all antihistamines, Histinex may cause severe side…
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How to Hand Wash Hockey Gear
March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Hockey is an intense, physically challenging sport. If you have played or lived with someone who does, you know just how bad the smell of sweat-drenched hockey gear can be. While you might be tempted to take the easy…
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Zinc Side Effects
March 20, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Zinc is an essential mineral that supports immune function, wound healing and physical growth during pregnancy and childhood. Zinc also plays a valuable role in humans’ sense of smell and taste. According to the Office Dietary Supplements (ODS), teenagers and…
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Food Remedies for Acne
March 20, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Acne is an inconvenience for anybody who experiences it. It takes a toll on self-confidence, and it can be physically painful. As if that weren’t bad enough, it also can be costly to treat. If you have mild to moderate…
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Causes of Hypertension & Renal Disease
Hypertension or blood pressure affects up to 50 million people in the United States. The target blood pressure for patients with renal disease and diabetes is 130/80 mm Hg or less. The exact cause of hypertension is unknown, but it…
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Exercises for Midriff Weight Loss
March 20, 2015 Weight Management
The abdominal region seems to be one of the first places people notice weight gain. Reducing fat in this region only (spot reduction) may not be possible, according to the American Council on Exercise. Combining an aerobic workout with abdominal…
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3 Ways to Manage PCOS
1. Enjoy a PCOS Diet Create your own healthy and delicious PCOS diet. Strive for balance. Don’t load up or skimp on carbohydrates. Fill your plate with crisp veggies, whole grains like barley or bulgar and beans with chopped cilantro…
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Things to Do in Las Vegas, Nevada
Overview Located in the southern area of the state of Nevada, Las Vegas provides a variety of activities including hiking, education and family-friendly options. Whether you’re traveling to explore the famous strip for the very first time, go hiking in…
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Rooibos Uses
March 20, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Rooibos gained literary renown in Alexander McCall Smith’s 1999 novel “The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency.” But this tea–pronounced royboss–has long been a favorite in southern Africa, and it’s now popular in many other parts of the world as well….
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5 Ways to Prevent Common BMX Injuries
1. Full Face Protection Concussions and other head injuries are common in BMX racing, but wearing a helmet can decrease your risk of serious injury. A full-face BMX helmet not only protects you from concussions, but can also keep your…
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How to Fight Fairly in a Marriage
March 20, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Is there such a thing as fighting fairly in a marriage? For some reason, I do not like the word “fight” when it comes to describing a healthy, happy marriage. I know this might sound polly-anna because couples will have…
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Non-Hormonal IUD Side Effects
The non-hormonal intrauterine device (IUD)–marketed under the brand name ParaGard in the United States–is a type of birth control that is inserted directly into a woman’s uterus to prevent pregnancy. This method of contraception releases copper, which causes the uterus…
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Dangerous Health Effects of Soy Milk
March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Soy milk is a beverage made from the liquid of strained soy beans and may have sugar, flavorings and other ingredients added for flavor and consistency. The average consumer considers soy milk safe and healthy, and some may view soy…
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Fat Burning Workout Tips
March 20, 2015 Weight Management
Exercise is an essential component of any fat-loss plan. Regular workouts are important to burn calories and keep your metabolism high. For best results, it’s important that you make the most of your time in the gym. A few easy…
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Binge Eating Disorder Tips
March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Binge eating disorder is a complex illness that can have dramatic influence on a person’s thoughts, emotions, behaviors and physical wellness. It involves binging episodes, during which a person eats exorbitant amounts of food. Binge episodes are typically emotionally driven…
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What Are the Uses of Vinegar on the Hair?
March 20, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Vinegar has an extraordinary range of practical, proven applications: It is a common cooking ingredient, a powerful cleaning solution, part of numerous home remedies and even an effective hair-care agent. Homemade, vinegar-based hair treatments are all-natural alternatives to expensive shampoos…
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Exercises for a Rounder, Fuller Butt
To get rounder and fuller buttocks, you need to improve your posture and increase muscle definition. When training your hips, be sure to integrate them with the rest of the body because connective tissue called fascia binds together your muscles,…
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Natural Breast Lift Exercises
March 20, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Breasts are composed primarily of fatty tissue and mammary glands encased in fragile, stretchy skin. The breasts themselves cannot be physically changed by exercise, other than the impact of gaining or losing additional body fat. However, strengthening the supporting chest…
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Yoga Leg Exercises
Many simple and easy yoga exercises can help you tone your legs. The Women’s Heart Foundation adds that yoga can also improve muscle strength and flexibility. Take yoga exercises to a challenging but not painful place. Breathe deeply through the…
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Zumba Class for Weight Loss
March 20, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview The international success of Zumba, a Latin aerobic dance exercise, attests to the fact participants feel exhilarated enough to look forward to their next class and return regularly to achieve significant, measurable weight loss. Zumba classes provide you with…
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Home Remedies & Treatments for Diarrhea
March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Diarrhea is a common digestive disorder that happens to most people; stools are no longer well formed and become temporarily loose and watery. Acute diarrhea is caused by viruses, bacteria, intolerance to specific foods or side effects of medications. Most…
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Facial Skin Care Remedies
March 20, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Facial skin care issues plague people of all ages. A proper skin care routine is most effective in keeping skin smooth and free of blemishes and wrinkles. Most facial skin care remedies are effective and easy to use, but they…
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The Best Backpacking Water Filters
March 20, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
There are several options when selecting a water filtering or purification device for backpacking. Some important things to keep in mind are weight, volume of water you can filter in a given time, size of the unit and ease of…
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Fitness Ball Ab Exercises at the Gym
Fitness balls are a common sight at gyms and fitness facilities. You may find them in the stretching room, the group fitness area, or stacked discreetly at the side of the free-weight area. You can use fitness balls as a…
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Prostate Seed Implant Dangers
Prostate cancer, the most common cancer in men over age 50 in the United States, according to the Merck Manual, affects around 219,000 men each year and was responsible for around 27,000 deaths in 2007. The prostate, a walnut-sized gland…
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Swiss Exercise Ball Exercises
The Swiss exercise ball is a tool used to incorporate balance and stability into a workout. The ball uses an act-react principle which strengthens the core muscles. When an imbalance occurs, the body responds by contracting the opposing muscles to…
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Cymbalta Medication
March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Cymbalta is a brand-name prescription medication available to treat mental depression and other disorders. The medication is an antidepressant and belongs to a group of medications called selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSNRIs), according to the Mayo Clinic….
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Herbs for Leg Circulation
Chronic venous insufficiency, which may be due to varicose veins or other causes, is a condition in which your veins have trouble sending blood from your legs back to your heart. It can result in aches, swelling, itching, cramping, skin…
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