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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Information for Hybrid Vs. Gas Cars
Overview With rising gasoline prices and concerns about greenhouse gas emissions, hybrid cars have become an important part of the transportation scene in 2010. Car makers have been adding new hybrid models and improving existing ones. Since they command a…
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Rules for the Game of Basketball
Basketball is one of America’s most popular sports and has a detailed set of rules. The rules of the game stay consistent from the youth levels up through the professional ranks, with minor differences. Fans can pick up the rules…
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Why Cooking is a Great Skill for Kids to Learn
Cooking is an art form but it is also a regular part of normal life. In some regards, cooking has become a lesser part of modern society as individuals and families get more of their meals from fast food and…
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Uses of the Plant Bloodroot
Bloodroot is a perennial herb from the poppy family. It is native to North America and India. The rhizomes, or main stems, and the root parts of the bloodroot plant contain orange-red latex, which the Native Americans used as a…
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Things to look for when Evaluating a Nursing Home
The smart evaluator will make note of all the features he feels is important, when choosing a nursing home, and then go and investigate in person. The quality of the rooms, treatment of the staff, quality of the food, all…
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Upper Back Fat Exercises
Losing fat in one area of the body, such as the upper back, is known as spot reduction. According to the American Council on Exercise, the concept of spot reducing is based on the flawed notion that it is possible…
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4 Ways to Identify Kaposi’s Sarcoma
1. Understanding Classic Kaposi’s Sarcoma The classic form of this rare cancer was, for many years, the only type seen in Western countries. It has historically affected men, primarily of Eastern European Jewish or Italian heritage. However, in recent years,…
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4 Ways to Relieve Hiatal Hernia Symptoms
1. Take Medication Alleviate some of the uncomfortable symptoms that are consistent with a hiatal hernia with over-the-counter and prescription medications. A hiatal hernia is a small hole in your diaphragm through which a small section of your stomach protrudes….
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Quick Ways to Lose Lower Belly Fat
January 20, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Losing belly fat in your lower abdominal area takes dedication to a healthy diet, daily cardiovascular exercise and strength training, and stress reduction. There is no such thing as spot reducing, according to the American Council on Exercise, so losing…
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What Are the Benefits of a Fiber Rich Diet?
A fiber-rich diet is one that meets the recommended adequate intake for dietary fiber: 25 g daily for women younger than 50 and 21 g daily for women 50 and older; 38 g for men younger than age 50 and…
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Safety Rules for Spelunking
January 20, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
According to PBS Kids, spelunking, also known as caving, is the exploration of underground caves, and it incorporates rock climbing, hiking and camping, and can last anywhere from several hours to several days. Caving is a popular activity around the…
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3 Ways to Treat Costochondritis
1. Take Medication Treat the chest pain that stems from costochondritis–the inflammation of the connective tissue that joins your ribs and sternum–with medication. Use over-the-counter drugs called NSAIDs (non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs) to relieve minor pain and discomfort that come and…
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5 Ways to Diet for Hepatitis C
1. Eat and Live Healthfully As long as you’re taking good care of your body, you shouldn’t have to start a special diet for hepatitis C. Just eat healthy foods, including plenty of fruits and vegetables, lean meats and whole…
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Home Remedies for Ear Aches in Babies
An earache in babies can be due to an infection or a trapped object in the ear canal, such as wax or water. Most earache treatments can be administered at home. If an infant has a high fever or an…
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How to Find Adult Day Care Choosing Adult Day Care Funding for Adult Day Care Adult Day Care
Adult day care facilities provide emotional, psychological, social and physical supports to senior citizens and their care givers. Without adult day care, many care givers feel overwhelmed by the day to day pressures of caring for an elderly or infirm…
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Assisted Living Facility Parent Nursing Home Elder Care
Recognizing that you can no longer live alone may involve months of agonizing over the decision of where you should live. In a traditional nursing home setting, most patients share a room with one other person, have very little of their own…
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Unicycle Riding Tips
Unicycles don’t get enough love. They’re often thought of as the mode of transportation of circus and street performers. In reality, unicycles require feats of balance and strength and demonstrate that the riders have learned a real skill. Once you…
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Do Kids these Days Learn more from their Parents or the TV
Do kids these days learn more from their parents or the TV? *Is television the main teaching tool in our society: In our society, the majority of young children are being educated by what they see on television and in…
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Tips for Dating a Single Mother
According to the United States Census Bureau, America is home to more than 11 million single parents. For those guys out there looking for love, skipping over a woman with children may be causing you to miss out on the…
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Neurological Complications of Bariatric Surgery
January 20, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
As the number of Americans who are overweight has grown, so have the numbers of bariatric surgeries. About one-third of U.S. adults are now overweight or obese. In 2008, an estimated 220,000 extremely obese Americans underwent bariatric surgery to reduce…
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10 Ways to Keep Your Heart Healthy
Everyday choices that affect weight, diet, physical activity and lifestyle contribute to heart health or the development of heart disease. To keep your heart healthy, lower risk by adopting healthful eating patterns, appropriate body weight, optimal cholesterol profile and normal…
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Early Symptoms of Genital Herpes for Women & Men
Of the many men and women who are affected by herpes every year, some aren’t even aware they have the virus. When mild, the initial signs of the herpes virus are easily confused with other maladies. According to the University…
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Ways to Reuse Sneakers
January 20, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
If your sneakers are worn out, too small or out of style, consider your options before throwing them in the trash. Shoe repair shops can refurbish your favorite sneakers but if the shoe no longer fits, donate or repurpose them….
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Healthy Eating for Older Adults
It seems like only yesterday our parents told us to eat our vegetables or we wouldn’t grow up to be strong and healthy. We eventually ate them, but many of us held out as long as we could. Today the…
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3 Ways to Interpret Your Bone Density Test Score
1. Assess Your T-Score A bone mineral density (BMD) test measures the amount of bone mineral in certain body areas. Results of the scan will appear numerically. Bone density test interpretation compares your bone mass with that of the standard…
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Benefits of Hospice Care
To use the word benefits as it applies to hospice care is a bit of a stretch. The decision to confine a loved one to a hospice facility leads to a heartbreaking and stressful time for everyone involved. It is…
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What you can do to Remedy Empty Nest Blues
Empty nest blues may not be a medical diagnosis, but it is a very real psychological condition that can be debilitating at times. Both mothers and fathers can feel the effects of their final child leaving home. However, mothers tend…
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What Are the Benefits of Treadmill Training?
Whether you’re working out at a gym, a fitness club or at home, treadmill training is convenient. It’s easy to keep track of your progress, and it also offers health benefits. For example, people who spend 30 minutes of walking…
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Vitamins That Promote Hair Growth
January 20, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Vitamins that promote hair growth provide a natural way for you to improve your head of hair. Not only will you be helping your hair health, you will be improving your overall level of health. Eating a well-balanced diet that…
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Tips on Going Green at Home
If you’re looking for ways to go green in your home, you won’t have to look far. From cleaning to shopping to recycling, opportunities to conserve energy and protect the environment are all around your home. If each household makes…
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