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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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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Arnica oil is steam distilled from the flowers of a rhizome perennial plant that grows wild in many parts of North and Central Europe, Scandinavia and USSR. The resulting oil is a yellow-orange color that is a clear liquid. This…
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Most adult children want what’s best for their aging parents, but when the wonder drugs that have been saving them are no longer effective, and parents who previously had occasional memory lapses begin to have them constantly, it becomes more…
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Jojoba, or Simmondsia Chinensis Seed oil, is used in many skin care products because it possesses numerous benefits as a moisturizer. This article looks at five key reasons why you should consider using jojoba oil as a moisturizer. Five benefits of using jojoba oil…
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Jojoba is a plant extract from seeds of the jojoba tree found in the wilds of Southern California and Arizona and some parts of Mexico. It is also grown commercially in various parts of the world. It is quite popular…
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From the mouth of a manicurist, You cannot re hydrate dead skin cells so for those of you who think your lotions aren’t working you need to try this first. Dry skin can be so uncomfortable not to mention unsightly…
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“The Keeper of The Sacred Knowledge” or “The One Who Knows” or (my favorite) “The Historian”, are titles my kids have jokingly given to me at one time or another because of my habit of writing down family history. This…
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Summer brings long hot days, balmy nights – and perspiration. The human body has over 2.5 million sweat glands, and in the summer, it may feel as if every one of them is working overtime! Perspiration is the body’s natural…
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Eldercare is an area covered by Job and Family Service, which is available to aid those in the process of taking care of senior citizens. This is a complicated task carried on by millions of Americans today and with boomers…
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Unexpected circumstances can place us in a major dilemma when we’re suddenly faced with nursing care costs. This can place such a strain on the budget and bring about much stress and anxiety. Elder care is expensive and that fact…
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During the cold winter months it is important to keep your skin moisturized to prevent excessive dryness and cracking. I have found that in addition to drinking plenty of water there are a few products that can help to keep…
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Good healthy feeling skin boosts your self-confidence, while promoting a healthy youthful image to other people around you. Wonderful soft skin enhances your terrific feeling making you shine with admiration. Utilising a perfect exfoliation method remains easily within reach. Exfoliating…
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Ways to Protect an Aging Parent Without Making Them Feel Less Independent All those born into the “baby boom” generation, if fortunate, went on to become a part of the “sandwich generation,” i.e. middle aged adults caring for their young…
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Most parents across the world are generally concerned with ensuring that their children are cared for, happy, and healthy. Without a doubt, this desire does not change as children grow into adults. However, due to the cyclical nature of life,…
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For generations, elderly family members were taken care of by their loved ones, inside the comfort of the family home. The busy lifestyles-some would say selfish lifestyles-of the baby boomer generation has changed how we take care of loved ones…
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There’s no avoiding it, undergoing a surgical procedure will always leave a scar. Sometimes these scars can be more than just a thin white line. Our body’s healing mechanisms may overreact leading to an overgrowth of scar tissue and making…
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Adult Acne: Causes and Treatments Just when you think your teen years are in your distant past you are faced with what you had always considered a “Youth” problem as it flairs up in your current life. Acne can show…
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According to the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging the average cost for elderly care is about sixty- one dollars a day. The U.S Department of Labor has estimated the average cost of full-time child care is…
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Senior citizen abuse is an ongoing problem that doesn’t usually make the headlines. When it occurs at nursing homes and other senior care facilities, there’s a reluctance to talk about it. However, it does happen, and the situation must be…
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Massaging is great for your body. It helps to relax muscles and reduce stress and is also great for moisturizing skin. Massage also helps to improve blood circulation. Massage and body oils, help make massage even better. When using massage…
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Things to worry about The older parents get, the more their kids can tend to worry about their immediate future. Despite their many years of performing certain tasks, there is always the possibility that things will go wrong. Sometimes parents…
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Blackheads are one of the most frustrating forms of blemishes a person can experience. Blackheads can come in all colors and sizes. The larger and the darker they are, the more visible they are. Getting rid of blackheads or preventing…
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Talking with your aging parents may become an increasingly difficult thing to do. First, aging causes a number of ailments, most notably a gradual loss of hearing. Second, the older your parents get, the more likely that at least one…
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There are ways to reduce and combat body odor without resorting to using abrasive substances such as vinegar and harsh body wash. It is important to note that removing all bacteria on your skin is not a healthy thing to…
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The adult acne is a common inflammatory disease involving the sebaceous glands of the skin. It is usually characterized by comedones (small bumps) or papules (pimples) or pustules (small elevation of the skin). Acne can affect people of all ages,…
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Acne and acne treatments are popular topics throughout America’s youth culture. At least every preteen, teenager, or young adult has had some battle with this skin infliction. It’s a natural part of growing up. Even some adults still suffer…
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We of the sandwich generation face a terrible dilemma. We want to be good parents to our children, but at the same time we find that our own parents are not as independent as they once were. What’s more, it…
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The biggest cause of acne is blocking the pores at the base of hairs on the body. Once there is a blockage, often caused by an overabundance of sebum, a pimple will form. Sebum is oily and comes out of…
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In a world where the hearts of men have grown cold, there live our pets, who have nothing to offer but unconditional love, acceptance, and comfort. Their adoration is unchanging. Some of them would willingly die to protect us. Our…
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Hospital costs are through the roof and the best insurance doesn’t pay 100 percent of the costs, and most people are happy to leave the hospital as soon as possible and recuperate from home. Yet, sometimes they need help with…
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When looking for a way to treat acne with home remedies, you should realize that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure so common sense things like a healthy diet, exercise, and good hygiene habits are a…
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