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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Reasons for a Missed Period & Stomach Cramps
March 19, 2015 Sexual and Reproductive Health
A missed menstrual period accompanied with abdominal pain can be distressing for a woman. The menstrual cycle is a normal process in which the tissues of the uterus prepare for a possible pregnancy and then degenerate if fertilization does not…
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Healthy, Quick, & Easy Appetizers & Snacks
March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Healthy eating is a balancing act of flavor and fitness, requiring you to juggle appropriate amounts of calories, fat and sodium. When you throw “fast” into the equation, it gets even trickier to produce tasty offerings that tickle the taste…
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Holistic Remedies for Boils
An infection in a hair follicle or oil-producing sebaceous gland creates a boil when it works its way to the skin’s surface. The most common pathogen is Staphylococcus aureus. Also called furuncles, boils are tender, red, pus-filled eruptions that usually…
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Asbestos Information
Overview The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, or EPA, and other government agencies began reporting the dangers of asbestos beginning in the late 1960s by The naturally occurring mineral was used in building materials, auto parts and even kitchen products and…
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3 Ways to Prevent Neck Spasms Caused by TMJ
1. Hold Your Head Up Strengthening the neck through correct posture can prevent spasms related to TMJ. Since your condition makes you overwork your temporomandibular joints and muscles, you should pay special attention to your posture in those areas. Head,…
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5 Ways to Treat Neuroblastoma
March 19, 2015 Children's Health
1. Surgical Detection and Treatment Techniques Your doctor will likely turn to surgery as the first line of defense against neuroblastoma. Surgical techniques are used to confirm cancer diagnoses, to assess the spread of any present growths and to treat…
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Common Breathing Disorders
According to the American Medical Association, in an average lifespan of 75 years, a human being will breathe in and out more than 8 million cubic feet of air. Because breathing is essentially an unconscious process, it’s only when it…
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Free Home Remedies for Toothache
If you wake up in the middle of the night with a toothache, you may want to get quick relief from the pain. Toothaches can result from trapped food, gum infection, cracked tooth or tooth decay. Free home remedies can…
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First Aid Kits for Sports Injuries
The University of South Florida reports that 3.5 million children under the age of 15 are treated in the United States each year for sports injuries. USF reports that more than half of these injuries occur at practice, so parents…
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Advantages for Renewable Resources
March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
There are two main types of energy resources, finite and renewable. Finite resources, including coal, petroleum and natural gas, are limited to how much is available to be mined and refined at any time in order to produce a usable…
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Hard Treadmill Workouts
The treadmill offers you the ability to walk, jog or run indoors on a softer surface than you would likely experience outside. Most commercial treadmills allow you to go up to 12 miles per hour and reach a grade of…
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Things to Do in South Jersey for Kids
March 19, 2015 Children's Health
Overview South Jersey provides an opportunity for many water-based activities for children, based on its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. These activities allow children to enjoy being physically active while learning about the environment and the ocean. While some of…
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About Early Childhood Development
March 19, 2015 Children's Health
Overview Physicians use developmental markers, called milestones, to determine whether your child is acquiring certain expected skills. You also gauge development when you watch your toddler in a group and compare his conversation or ability to use scissors with other…
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Peppermint Oil & Safety
Overview Peppermint favoring is found in edibles such as candy, ice cream and tea. The volatile oil extracted from the leaves of the peppermint plant cannot be considered entirely harmless, however, states the University of Michigan Health System. Diluted peppermint…
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Weight Loss Plan for a Bride
March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview According to a Fitness magazine survey reported in the New York Daily News, as many as 83 percent of brides-to-be hope to lose weight before they walk down the aisle. Being the center of attention on your wedding day…
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3 Ways to Spot an Addictive Personality
1. Look for Impulsive Behavior Doctors disagree on whether there is a true addictive personality, and the term is rarely used in formal medicine. However, a number of signs and signals tend to appear in people with addictions. Doctors and…
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What Happens After Bariatric Surgery?
March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Approximately 15 million Americans are morbidly obese—more than 80 to 100 pounds overweight. The number of weight-loss surgeries, known as bariatric surgeries, has climbed steadily in recent years. More than 200,000 of these procedures are performed annually in the…
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What Are the Side Effects of Mucinex?
Mucinex, also known as guaifenesin, is an over-the counter-expectorant. The drug thins mucus in the lungs, making it easier to expel. It is usually used for colds or allergies. Mucinex is available in regular strength, maximum strength and extended release….
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Causes of Knee Pain on the Outside of the Knee
Pain on the outside of the knee can be the result of chronic overuse, acute trauma or wear and tear. Many types of knee pain can be treated with ice and exercise modification until symptoms subside. According to the Mayo…
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4 Ways to Prevent Compulsive Overeating
1. Treat Each Meal As an Adventure One of the best ways to prevent compulsive overeating is to savor each meal and make its preparation a treat. The more time you put into choosing and preparing a dish, the less…
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4 Ways to Prevent Hypogonadism
1. Early Diagnosis is Key There is no way to prevent a child from being born with hypogonadism. Understanding the symptoms of hypogonadism and getting an early diagnosis can prevent some of the more serious complications of this disorder, however….
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What Is the Difference Between Dating and a Relationship?
Overview Many people, regardless of age and experience, often blur the lines between dating and being in a relationship. While there are no hard and fast rules about what these interpersonal contacts are, or aren’t, there are some benchmarks that…
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The Best Exercises for Saddle Bags
Optimal exercises to improve thigh and butt tone are ballet plies, tendu and standard forward lunges. These exercises target your outer thighs and hips as well as their supporting abdominal and gluteal muscle groups. Don’t be misled by the apparent…
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3 Ways to Spot Symptoms of Keloids
1. Recent Skin Injury If you have recently had surgery, trauma to the skin or even an acne pimple, your skin will take time to heal. The skin will create scar tissue to repair itself, which is usually flat and…
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Types of Pull Ups
Pull-ups require you to pull your entire body weight up, raising your chin over a pull-up bar. Perform assisted pull-ups by using a spotter, a pull-up machine or the barbell on a squat rack. Change your hand position to complete…
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How to Make your Childrens Clothes last Longer
Children’s clothes tend not to last as long as most parents would like, due to their offspring’s boisterous lifestyle or the fact that young people grow out of clothes quickly. Playing rough and tumble can wear clothing out faster than…
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A List of Different Types of Hybrid Cars
Hybrid cars are becoming increasingly popular with environmentally conscious drivers. The most popular hybrid cars have conventional gasoline and electric motors, with the ability to accelerate the car by either one independently, or in tandem. The presence of the electric…
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Tips on Slimmer Thighs
Slimmer thighs require a combination of a healthy diet and exercise. While you can’t lose weight in just one area of your body, you can tone muscles to help reveal slimmer thighs as the weight drops off. Focus your exercise…
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3 Ways to Treat Social Phobia
1. Undergo Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is one of the most successful treatments for social phobia and is based upon the presumption that fear of interaction, relationships or social settings is driven by negative thoughts and misinterpretations of reality….
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Things to Do in NYC With a Teenager
March 19, 2015 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview New York City offers families with teenagers a long list of destinations and activities. You can see the city on foot, which is an adventure of its own, bicycle in Central Park or cruise on a boat around the…
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