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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Monogamy not a Death Sentence
Many years ago I said something to a boyfriend right before I broke up with him that devestated him and taught me a lesson in the long run. We had been dating for around a year, and I was young….
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Vegetable & Fruit Weight Loss Diet
March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview According to the American Heart Association (AHA), fruits, vegetables and other plant-based proteins provide many of the nutrients your body needs to function. Many dieters already include fruits and vegetables in their diet as a quick replacement for sugar…
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How to Order Checks for a Checking Account
Overview When you write checks against your bank account, you’ll eventually run out of checks. You can order a new set of checks so you can continue to write checks to pay for your bills and buy groceries and other…
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Symptoms of Herpes Zoster
Herpes zoster is the medical name for shingles, an illness caused by the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that is responsible for chickenpox. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMM), once an individual contracts chickenpox, the virus remains…
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Hair Removal Cream vs. Shaving
March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Hair removal creams and shaving are two ways of getting rid of body and facial hair through depilation–removing the hair at the surface of the skin. Although hair removal creams and shaving use two different methods to temporarily remove…
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How to Treat Tanning Bed Burn
March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview While burns caused by tanning beds and exposure to the sun’s UV rays have similar symptoms and treatments, tanning bed burns can occur with less exposure. This is because the ultraviolet light inside a tanning bed is highly concentrated….
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What Foods Increase Estrogen?
Estrogen is a female hormone produced by the ovaries. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, abnormally low estrogen, or estrogen deficiency, can cause problems such as menstrual difficulties, vaginal dryness, memory problems, hot flashes, fatigue, mood swings, depression…
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5 Things you Need to Know About Treating a Skin Rash
March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
1. Remove the Irritant Mild skin rashes are often caused by an allergic reaction to a product you’ve used like soap. They may be caused by an allergy to a certain type of fabric. Treating these types of rashes is…
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How to Use Tony Little’s Gazelle Freestyle
Overview The Gazelle is an in-home cardio machine that you can use to lose weight or increase your cardiovascular fitness. It has two foot pedals and two moveable arms so you can glide your feet back and forth to get…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Laced Hand Stretch
1. First the Form To get started with the laced hand stretch, first stand up straight and tall with your hands at your sides. Make your body as long as you can, stretching it towards the ceiling. Your feet should…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Early Signs Of Genital Warts
March 19, 2015 Sexual and Reproductive Health
1. The Silent Symptoms Unlike many sexually transmitted diseases, there are no early signs of genital warts. It usually takes from three weeks to three months for any signs or symptoms to develop. The silent symptoms make it very hard…
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Life Insurance Blood Test Information
Overview Life insurance companies determine the amount of coverage they can provide for a specific price based on a number of factors. When considering whether and how to insure someone, the company will look at age, weight, social and personal…
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Foods That Correct an Alkaline Imbalance
It is important for the human body to maintain a balanced pH level in order to function properly. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14. The normal pH level of water is 7, while human blood is closer to…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Peanut Allergies
1. Cracking the Peanut Allergy Code Peanuts are the most common cause of life-threatening allergic reactions in the United States. Each year, peanut allergies cause 80 percent of all fatal or near-fatal allergic reactions. Some people experience allergic reactions not…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Anger Management Class
1. Shop Around Not every anger management class will work for every person. Each has its own methods, style and pace. Visit the Web sites of several providers or call their local offices about what methods they use to help…
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Different Ways to Propose
Proposing marriage is one of the biggest leaps in a relationship you can take, so you want it to be special. You may want to be traditional, or you might want to do it in a more creative and unique…
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Facts on Treating Nausea from Chemotherapy
1. Nausea’s Negative Effects Treating nausea from chemotherapy is important to cancer patients for several reasons. Uncontrolled nausea can lead to vomiting, which compromises a cancer patient’s nutritional status and ability to recover from cancer treatment. Nausea affects a cancer…
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How Do Breasts Get Bigger?
Fetal Breast Development Breast tissue begins growing long before we ever see the light of day. In the sixth week of fetal development, hormonal release causes male and female fetuses to grow small breasts. Infants of both sexes are born…
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Standing Lower AB Exercises
March 19, 2015 Standing Lower AB Exercises
The lower abdominal muscles, and in fact all the abdominal muscles, are challenged when you do standing ab exercises because the core muscles are what stabilize your torso. Even exercises like squats that are not traditionally thought of as an…
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Free Things to Do in Seattle
Overview Like any big city, Seattle has its share of pricey entertainment. Luckily, it’s easy to find fun, recreational things to do. An outdoorsy city, even in the winter, Seattle offers a wide variety of free activities that take advantage…
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Side Effects of Beet Juice
Beet juice is derived from the beet plant, Beta vulgaris, which belongs in the amaranth family. Stephen Blauer, author of The Juicing Book, describes beet juice as a powerful cleanser and blood builder that also contains an abundance of Vitamins…
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Beginner Triathlon Training Programs
Plenty of resources exist for beginner triathletes who want a comprehensive training schedule leading up to their first triathlon. While sprint triathlons, which typically involve a half-mile swim, 12-mile bike race and 5 K run, are good for beginners, you…
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Cross Country Ski Equipment for Beginners
March 19, 2015 Cross Country Ski Equipment for Beginners
According to the XC Ski World website, if you’re a beginner cross country skier, you should consider renting contemporary ski equipment and taking lessons from a certified ski instructor before purchasing your own equipment. Renting cross country skiing gear will…
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The Advantages of Normal Dating
In normal or traditional dating, you are going out with someone you probably already know. You may be well-acquainted or you might have just seen each other around. However, you have met and established that there is a sense of…
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Ski Pole Tips
Ski poles help you maintain balance, initiate turns, ski uphill and establish a rhythm. They’re also handy for clicking out of ski bindings, or for knocking the snow off your boots before you click into the bindings. Choosing the right…
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What Are the Psychological Effects of Morphine?
An extract of the poppy plant’s seed, morphine is classified as a narcotic analgesic used to relieve pain or as a sedative. While morphine has legitimate medicinal uses, some use it as a recreational drug and experience various psychological effects…
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Backcountry Skiing Tips
Backcountry skiing, also known as ski touring or ski mountaineering, is a popular winter activity that involves skiing—either uphill or downhill—through wilderness areas, over nongroomed trails. Backcountry skiing is a fun, yet challenging pastime that requires good physical conditioning, technical…
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Good Abdominal Muscle Exercises
If you want to strengthen your core for improved sports performance or just tighten or tone stomach muscles to look better in your swimming trunks or bikini, incorporate a variety of exercises that work different areas without causing neck and…
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Yoga Class Structure
Overview The structure of a yoga class depends on several factors, including the type of yoga, the intended therapeutic benefits and the emphasis that the teacher or studio places on yoga’s spiritual aspects. Most yoga classes, however, adhere to a…
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Sexual Lubricants
Lubricants, lubricants, lubricants! Lubricants are available in a variety of product forms that contain various ingredients. Read the label of a vaginal lubricant and buy only water-based or silicone versions. Petroleum-based lubricants damage latex condoms, rendering them ineffective–but you already…
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