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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3 Ways to Prepare for Poisoning Emergencies
1. Prepare Your Household Any household preparation starts with the number of your local poison center posted prominently near the phone. Beyond that, you should make an inventory of toxic chemicals in your home, read their labels carefully and determine…
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3 Ways to Spot Symptoms of Hypogonadism
1. Symptoms in Newborns When hypogonadism occurs in your baby, it is most often discovered at birth. This is particularly true for boys. Lack of testosterone while in the womb impacts the fetal development of the sex organs. If your…
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Should we tell Kids about our Marriage Problems – Yes
Life has a long process of learning about the world around them. Kids need to be taught the rights and wrongs of the traits that may determine their future. Conflicts and opinions of others is just one of the emotional…
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Conflict & Stress
Overview All relationships, personal and professional, encounter conflicts, according to Luisito S Dingcong, MD, a psychiatrist in Clearfield, Pa. Conflicts can lead to increased stress, just as stress can lead to increased conflicts. Learning to deal with conflicts and stress…
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Contagious Eye Diseases
January 17, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Many people experience the discomfort of red, itchy or painful eye symptoms every now and then. These symptoms often indicate an environmental irritant or a problem with glasses or contact lenses. Contagious eye conditions can cause swelling, blisters or a…
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Herbs for Skin Fungus
January 17, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
There are many different types of skin fungus, and they can infect the scalp, feet, groin area, under the nails, and just about anywhere else on the body. A skin fungus rarely spreads beneath the surface, according to the Nemours…
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3 Ways to Prevent Toothaches
1. Prevent Toothaches With Regular Oral Maintenance Tooth decay over time causes the majority of toothaches. Pain may precede or accompany tooth cavities, which usually result from buildup of bacteria around the teeth and gums from sugary or starchy foods….
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Dislocated Knee Rehab Exercises
The term “dislocated knee” generally refers to a dislocated kneecap, or patella. According to the New England Musculoskeletal Institute, an athlete can dislocate his patella when the foot is planted and a rapid change of direction or twisting occurs. The…
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Home Remedies for Stomachaches
Everyone gets a stomachache now and then. Very acidic foods, intolerance to certain foods, and plain overindulgence are the usual culprits that contribute to excess gas and cramping. The good news is that there are plenty of home remedies for…
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Learning to Forgive your Mother
This is something that I walk through everyday. Sometimes a simple sorry fixes the issue. Although I have found in more times then none, saying sorry is just a band aid. Therefore I believe that a lot of issues take…
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Different Weight Loss Programs
January 17, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Thousands of weight loss programs exist in book, store, magazine and online versions. Avoid falling for diets and supplements that promise quick results via drastic measures. These types of programs may endanger your health and are likely to fail in…
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Custodial Rights for Children Single Father Issues – Yes
January 17, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Divorce is hard on all parties involved and oftentimes, it’s more difficult on the father than people realize. The issue of custody should lie in what is in the best interest of the child/children not whether they should automatically go…
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Tips on Camping in a Tent
Tent camping helps you feel like you’re braving the outdoors while still sheltering you from nature’s elements. Whether you’re camping by yourself or with a large group, making sure you’re prepared for any possible scenario in regards to your tent…
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How it Feels as a Child to be Unloved by your Parents
Without Parental Love, A Child Is Never Whole This seems a somewhat easy topic for me to write about. Although, it may be easy, is certainly is not without an abundance of pain for me and I’m sure, for others…
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The Effects of an ECA Stack
January 17, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
The bodybuilding industry has given rise to numerous drug/supplement combinations intended to burn fat. One of the more powerful combinations is the ECA stack, consisting of ephedrine, caffeine and aspirin. If you have been considering trying the ECA stack, you…
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Life after Divorce Separation Issues Children after Divorce
January 17, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Separation of married couples with a child who is about to enter the world of education or who has just started going to school can be tough and is an awkward situation to be in. A small child is not…
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4 Ways to Spot Symptoms of Sepsis
1. Look for a Change in Your Mental State Sepsis is an extremely dangerous bacterial infection that can originate anywhere in your body. One of the primary symptoms of sepsis is a confused or altered state of mind, which can…
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Toxic Relationship Ending Toxic Relationship Toxic Relationship Parent Leave Toxic Relationship
Ending a relationship with a toxic parent can be one of the most difficult things you will ever do. It goes against everything society teaches us. We are admonished to honor our parents, to make room for them in our…
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Home Remedy Ideas for Pimples & Acne
According to the Mayo Clinic, acne is generally caused by three general factors: the overproduction of oil, commonly referred to as sebum buildup; the buildup of bacteria; and irregular shedding and re-growth of skin cells, causing the small hair follicles…
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Tips for Helping Children Deal with Divorce
January 16, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Helping children to deal with divorce is key to helping them not only to move on but to accept their fate. Most children feel like they are to blame for their parent’s separation. This is an understandable reaction to loss….
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Reasons for Emotional Eating
January 16, 2014 Mental Health
Emotional eating is one of the many reasons people struggle with their weight. The temptation to eat the wrong foods, such as high-sugar, high-fat foods that are comforting to many people, takes over. According to MayoClinic.com, emotional eating is one…
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What Is the Difference in Arnica Montana 30X & 30C?
Overview Arnica montana, named for the mountain daisy from which it is derived, is the homeopathic remedy of choice for bruising and trauma. Homeopathic arnica may also be helpful for injury, swelling, shock and severe insect stings. Taking arnica before…
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What Are Four Ways to Boost Metabolism?
Your metabolism is the energy your body burns to maintain itself. Several factors influence your metabolic rate. Some of them are genetic and can not be altered. Others are environmental, or depend on specific actions you take. The way you…
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Rejected Mothers
January 16, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Divorces where conflict is high can result in children feeling as if they have to side with the custodial parent. Sadly, the same parent often encourages that. Children’s reasoning powers are not fully developed. While they understand that one parent…
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Pool Safety Tips
Swimming may be one of the most popular warm-weather activities, but it can also be one of the deadliest. Almost 300 children under the age of 5 drown every year in public or residential swimming pools, according to the U.S….
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6 Ways to Treat Keloids
January 16, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
1. Regular Injections Cortisone (steroid) injections can be used to flatten keloids (scars that grow beyond the boundaries of the original injury) if they are used on a regular basis. Although considered safe and relatively painless, the injections can cause…
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Children and Divorce
January 16, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Very few divorces that include children go as smoothly as they should. Many times protecting the children is the most important thing that can be done. When a parent is demanding sole custody of the children, it is usually for…
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In Divorce should the Father have Equal Custody Rights to his Children – Yes
January 16, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Divorces can be rough things to navigate through and often emotions take the place of rational thought. Emotions in divorces are can be ugly things. Everything takes a backseat to those nasty emotions. Children need parents to continue to be…
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How to Explain to your Child that the other Parent Left them but does Love them
January 16, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
To explain to your child that the absent parent loves then requires some basic features such as love, patience and compassion. If an a parent is absent due to deployment with the Army that sort of absent parent is going…
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What Foods Contain Acid?
Historically, our diet had many more alkaline or basic foods, and fewer acidifying foods. Identifying and limiting the foods that contain the most acid is helpful for improving and maintaining general health, as well as helping to prevent chronic disease….
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