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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About Ring Worms
March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Ringworms, a type of fungal infection, can affect the skin, nails and scalp. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, this fungus, also called dermatophytid and tinea can affect all ages but typically appears in children. A worm…
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Complications of Hypertension in Pregnancy
Hypertension is defined by the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists as blood pressure readings greater than 140/90 mm Hg. According to the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, hypertension occurs in 6 to 8 percent of all pregnancies in…
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Fast Weight Loss While Breastfeeding
March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview After you have given birth, one of your concerns may be losing the weight that has piled on during pregnancy. Although you may be eager to lose the weight, most doctors recommend waiting at least six to eight weeks…
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Workouts That Get Rid of Love Handles
Love handles are areas of fat found on the sides of your stomach. Having any type of fat around your stomach can lead to internal fat which can surround your organs. According to Reader’s Digest, this type of fat can…
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Damaging Effects of UV Radiation on Human Cells
Every day the sun emits ultraviolet (UV) radiation of three different types: short-wave UV-C, medium-wave UV-B and long-wave UV-A . The ozone that surrounds the earth absorbs all of the UV-C radiation, and a large portion of the UV-B radiation….
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The Health Benefits of Siberian Ginseng
March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) is one of the most widely-used medicinal herbs and has been used for centuries throughout Eastern Europe and China. Siberian ginseng contains chemicals called eleutherosides, which medical researchers believe can stimulate the immune system. Siberian ginseng…
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What Are the Benefits of Pilates for Weight Loss?
Pilates is a form of sculpting and strength training. The original pilates exercises were designed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century and they were created for dancers. Today, pilates is popular for creating a long, lean, muscular body…
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4 Ways to Properly Align the Head and Neck for Pilates
1. Know When to Stop Pilates provide a great work out for your entire body, but really focuses on your core muscles and proper spine alignment. Beginners and intermediate students alike increase the odds of a neck injury by “resting”…
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Back Exercises for Upper Back Pain
Upper back pain is more complex than lower back pain because it often involves the vertebral column of the neck and the muscles of the neck and shoulders. Upper back pain is commonly caused by poor posture, sitting for long…
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Drugs Used to Treat Arthritis
Arthritis is inflammation that can affect one or more joints. Symptoms of arthritis include joint swelling, pain, limited movement and stiffness. Sometimes an infection, a broken bone, an infection or wear and tear in the joints can lead to arthritis….
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How to Find an Adopted Sibling
March 19, 2015 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview No matter how well your adopted family treats you, you may come to a point when you want to reconnect with your biological relatives. If you were part of a closed adoption or an adoption that happened decades ago,…
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Yin Yoga Exercises
Yin yoga is one of the earliest forms of hatha yoga, hatha being a combination of the individual Sanskrit words meaning “sun” and “moon.” It is the dynamic of two opposing forces, yin and yang, joined together. Most hatha is…
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First Symptoms of Herpes in Men
Herpes is the common name for infection with one or both types of the herpes simplex virus. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, the first symptoms of herpes develop two to 20 days after a person acquires the disease….
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Onset of Symptoms in Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is cancer of the tissue that lines the human lungs, stomach, heart and other organs. This is a rare type of cancer that starts in the stomach or in the lungs. This cancer may caused by exposure over a…
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How to Convert a Rollover IRA to Roth
Overview A rollover individual retirement account is a long-term, tax-advantaged savings account that has received funds from another qualified plan, such as a 401(k) plan or another IRA. A Roth IRA shares many of the tax-advantaged features of a rollover…
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Workout & Heart Rate
Overview Exercise and heart rate go hand in hand but it can be a confusing concept. Your heart rate is how many times, or beats, per minute your heart contracts. Many people wonder what their target heart rate is when…
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Clinical Features of a Peptic Ulcer
Peptic ulcer disease means that sores are present in the stomach. Ranging from mild to severe, the symptoms may be extremely debilitating or life threatening. According to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, one in 10 Americans will develop peptic…
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Leg Aches & Cramps
March 19, 2015 Leg Aches & Cramps
Overview Leg cramps attack suddenly, tearing you out of a sound sleep. The pain is sudden and severe, sometimes leaving a lingering soreness. Leg pain becomes more common with age. Such pains are usually harmless, but in some cases, leg…
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Common Causes of Bleeding During Pregnancy
Bleeding during pregnancy is frightening for expectant mothers. As the Mayo Clinic explains, though, it is common, especially during the first 12 weeks. Regardless of its commonality, vaginal bleeding during pregnancy should not be taken lightly. Anyone who experiences this…
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What Is a Macrobiotic Diet?
March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview More commonly known as a macrobiotic diet, this diet is not only a diet, it is also a way of life. Translated literally, “macro” is the Greek word for “great,” and “bios” is the word for “life.” Generally a…
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Anal Fissures
Overview An anal fissure results from a tear in the lining of the anus and is a common affliction of the anus. Each bowel movement produces pain and bleeding due to irritation of the open cut and also prevents the…
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Neti Pot Treatment
March 19, 2015 Neti Pot Treatment
Overview A neti pot is a simple device used for nasal irrigation. You can use a neti pot to reduce nasal or sinus congestion and to alleviate allergy symptoms. Individuals first began using neti pots for the practice of yoga….
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800 Meter Racing Tips
The 800-meter race can be one of the most challenging track events because it is run at a faster pace than the 1,500 meters, but is still two full laps around the track. By the end of the race, you…
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The Effects of Ginseng Tea
March 19, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Ginseng is one of the most used herbs in the United States, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. It can be taken as an extract or as a supplement in capsule or tablet form. It’s also available as…
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Best Acne Spot Treatments
March 19, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Acne is an inflammatory skin condition that causes pimples, blackheads and clogged pores, and it can leave disfiguring scars. The skin’s oil glands are connected to hair follicles. The oil glands make a substance called sebum, which helps skin and…
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Benefits of Walking With Walking Sticks
Walking sticks are common walking companions to people of all shapes and sizes, regardless of the type of walking. Anything from a simple afternoon stroll to a rigorous multi-day hike through the woods can be aided by a walking stick….
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3 Ways to Do Weighted Neck Presses
1. Work Your Neck Muscles Without Even Trying Muscles in your neck can benefit as a secondary muscle group that acts as a stabilizer for most shoulder workout routines. Using dumbbells as opposed to weight machines increases strength in the…
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Medical Treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease
There is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease. However, there are, at present, medical treatments that can delay and manage the development of Alzheimer’s symptoms. The judicious use of available Alzheimer’s medical treatments can considerably improve quality of life as the…
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Natural Herbal Remedies for Cleansing the Liver
The liver is the largest gland in the body and has many important metabolic functions. Among many things, the liver helps detoxify the body by filtering the blood and removing toxins, it aids in digestion by helping in the absorption…
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4 Ways to Prevent Ankle Injuries in Dance
1. Preventing Dance Ankle Injuries One Step at a Time Physicians and trainers who work with dancers report that ankle injury is one of the most, if not the most, common musculoskeletal injuries suffered by dancers. Part of the cause…
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