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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Summertime Energy-Saving Tips
When the weather starts to heat up, many families also see their energy bills rise as they turn the air conditioner on to stay comfortable. However, there are ways to cut down on your costs and reduce energy use during…
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Weight Training for Women’s Weight Loss
Overview Women who want to lose weight often focus obsessively on diet, next on cardio exercise, and often not at all on weight training. But weight training is a fully equal component of this triumvirate of essential ingredients of weight…
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Simple Ways to Make a Husband Happy
January 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
It doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive to please your husband. All you need is a little bit of imagination and the willingness to shake things up occasionally. The following is a list of things you can do each…
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3 Ways to Manage Neurosyphilis
1. Undergo the Tests and Exams to Diagnose Neurosyphilis Neurosyphilis is a neurological condition that is caused by an untreated syphilis infection, affecting the brain and spinal cord. Symptoms like impaired motor skills, dementia and muscle weakness can result if…
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Tips for Saving a Troubled Marriage
January 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Although your wedding day might have been filled with beautiful memories, romance, and heart-felt love, marriages are not one day deals. Marriages are intended to be eternal contracts and, at times, life’s inconsistencies and struggles are bound to put added…
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Ways to Remove Rust From Bike Chains
Bicycle chains can rust quickly in moist conditions — a high-humidity environment, riding in the rain, or leaving your bike outside. Very rusty chains are not worth saving, as even a thorough cleaning won’t restore them to top performance. When…
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The Use of Psyllium
Overview Psyllium is a soluble fiber that swells when it’s put in water. The gelatin-like mass it creates helps transport waste through your digestive tract. It is a good aid for both constipation and diarrhea. While most commonly found in…
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Ways to Save Water in Everyday Use
The U.S. Geological Survey says “Estimates vary, but each person uses about 80 to 100 gallons of water per day.” Conservationists and those who are environmentally minded would like to see this number reduced. There are a few simple changes…
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Fat Burning Exercises for the Belly & Thighs
According to textbook “Exercise Physiology: Energy, Nutrition and Human Performance,” the belly and thighs are areas of the body that tend to store more fat cells than others. Burning fat from these areas involves performing exercises that combine strength-training moves…
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Things that can Kill a Marriage
January 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Anything worth having…is worth working for! Needless to say the list of “things that can kill a marriage” is long. However, those same things could just as well be on a list of “things that don’t have to end your…
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4 Ways to Manage Tracheitis
January 15, 2014 Children's Health
1. Rest and Recovery Bacterial infections usually need to be cleared up using antibiotics, which take several days to produce results. During that time, you should ensure that your child gets plenty of rest and avoids excessive physical exertion. Because…
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What the Bible says about the Secrets to a Happy Marriage
January 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
The Bible describes marriage as a supreme gift – made all the more precious when some, in apparent tragedy, are denied it. When this gift can seem both blissfully contented or in perpetual conflict, the quest to find the secrets…
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Things that can Kill a Marriage
January 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
My husband and I have been married for 15 years. We have learned by trial and error what works and what doesn’t in our marriage. It has been a bumpy path at times, but one I’m thankful we continue to…
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Tips for Throwing Baseballs
Throwing a baseball is an artform that dates back to the early 1800s. Throwing a ball can take days to learn but decades to master. Whether you have an over-the-top, three-quarter or submarine delivery, the basic fundamentals for throwing a…
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Workout Diet Plan
January 15, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Creating a fitness and diet plan is recommended when attempting to lose weight. It is important to remember that any exercise is great exercise. Focus on an activity that is enjoyable and make it into a workout. According to…
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Cancer Information: Symptoms & Treatment for Mesothelioma
Overview Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that affects the layer of tissues that surrounds organs. The Mayo Clinic states that 2,000 to 3,000 people are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year. Mesothelioma is more often seen in men than in women…
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Energy-Saving Tips for Leaving Appliances On
Energy Star estimates that appliances account for 20 percent of the energy used in a home. Appliances use the most energy during an operating cycle, such as when you are washing a load of dishes or washing and drying clothes,…
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Ten Reasons to Play Golf
One of the most popular sports, golf provides both a physical and mental challenge. Golf tests you on solving the problem of getting the ball from the tee to the green with the smallest number of strokes. Physically, golf requires…
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Health Benefits of Blue-Green Algae
Blue-green algae is a nutrient- and antioxidant-rich plant group that is used as a food, nutritional supplement and alternative medicinal supplement. The most common type of blue-green algae is spirulina. Little scientific research has been conducted on blue-green algae using…
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Body Odor Supplements
January 15, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
According to the website Global Healing Center, there are many causes for offensive body odor and poor hygiene is the foremost one. When you don’t practice healthy hygiene, bacteria will amass and dry on your skin. Dried bacteria produce an…
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3 Ways to Stop Panic Attacks
1. Be Aware of Your Physical Symptoms When you experience a panic attack, you may feel like you’re suffering from a serious medical condition such as a heart attack. That, of course, will cause you to panic even more. When…
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Herbs That Reduce Hypertension
January 15, 2014 Senior Health
Hypertension is typically a blood pressure reading that’s higher than 140 mm Hg over 90 mm Hg. Your doctor may recommend certain lifestyle changes like reducing salt, exercising, losing weight and quitting smoking. Certain herbs are useful in treating hypertension…
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Decayed Tooth Pain
Overview The National Institutes of Health explains that tooth decay is one of the most prevalent disorders affecting children and young adults. Sometimes referred to as caries, cavities often result from certain dietary habits coupled with poor oral hygiene. Sugar-sweetened…
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4 Ways to Live With MRSA
1. Practice Proper Use of Antibiotics MRSA infections have the potential to become serious, and it’s essential that you take your antibiotics exactly as directed by your doctor to reduce the possibility of developing complications. If the staph infection manages…
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Various Ways to Conserve Energy
Saving energy has more than one benefit—it is good for the environment, and it will save you money. Cutting back on energy use doesn’t require giving up much. Change a few habits and be conscious of your energy efficiency to…
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About Interpersonal Conflict
Overview Conflict happens–within yourself, between two people, within groups and between groups. Conflict can excite and provoke fear. If handled correctly, conflict can result in productive outcomes, where people can grow and increase their bonds, suggests the Rotary Club of…
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Ways to Cope with an Uncooperative Spouse
January 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
All marriages go through difficult times and when one spouse refuses to cooperative with his or her partner it has the potential to throw the union into a tailspin. The term “uncooperative” can cover a broad spectrum of behavior from…
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3 Ways to Diagnose Chest Pain and Burping
1. Seek Medical Attention for Persistent Chest Pain Chest pain, with or without burping, can be caused by many factors, ranging from indigestion or a pulled muscle to serious events like cardiac arrest. You should seek immediate medical attention if…
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Simple Ways to Make a Husband Happy
January 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Making a spouse happy usually depends on your actions or words and occasionally bringing them home something extra or special in a material form can be appreciated. With our economy the way it tends to be, we usually don’t have…
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Fun Things to Do in Los Angeles on Halloween
January 15, 2014 Senior Health
Overview As the movie capital of the world, Los Angeles is no stranger to make-believe, especially at Halloween. There is lots to do on Halloween in the City of Angels, whether you want to dress up or simply observe, spend…
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