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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The Benefits of Weekend Marriage Seminars
January 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
It is a fact that couples get married because they want to be together Yet, just as soon as they return from their honeymoon, there are an incredible number of demands on them that impair their ability to spend time…
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Abnormal Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
Overview The endocrine system consists of many different hormone-secreting organs. One hormone in the endocrine system, called thyroid stimulating hormone, works to control the production of hormones in the thyroid. Abnormal thyroid stimulating hormone levels can be caused by pituitary…
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How to Shape Your Body
January 15, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Although genetics play a minor role in the distribution of fat and muscle, the human body can be modified. Most excuses are merely misplaced explanations for a lack of motivation and the drive to continue living a healthy lifestyle….
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4 Ways to Identify Malabsorption
1. How Malabsorption Affects Your Digestion Most people with malabsorption syndrome experience chronic diarrhea. Stools are often foul smelling and light colored. They may be soft and substantial, and they might float. Explosive diarrhea, flatulence and bloating can be a…
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Weight Loss Cardio & Strength Training
Overview For optimal fitness, your exercise program should include both cardio and strength training. While you may be inclined to think that exercise is exercise, the reality is that each form of exercise serves different purposes. Each activity supports the…
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Blackheads & Acne
January 15, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Blackheads and acne are common problems amongst teens and adults. Not only do these problems cause physical pain, but they can also cause emotional pain in regards to issues with self-esteem. Luckily, much research has been done about acne…
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Types of Eye Surgeries
January 15, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Routine eye exams help doctors monitor eye conditions, and when the doctor feels a surgical procedure may improve health or vision in the eye, he will discuss these options with the patient. In some instances, the patient does not have…
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How to Deal with a Cheating Spouse
January 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
You’ve discovered your spouse or significant other has been unfaithful. Suddenly your entire world is turned upside down and you’re in an emotional tailspin. Your emotions run the gamete from furious to heartbroken and then back again. Dealing with the…
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Highest Rated Family Camping Tents
Camping gives you a chance to spend some quality time outdoors with your family. An essential piece of equipment for your camping trip is a family tent. Several companies produce family camping tents, but the best tents keep you dry,…
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MRSA Infection Causes
MRSA, or methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus, is a type of bacteria that is resistant to many antibiotics. Although MRSA naturally lives on the skin and in nasal tissues without causing problems, it can lead to life-threatening infection if it enters the…
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Happy and without Crticism
January 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
It’s easy to ruin your marriage. Just make life unpleasant for your partner. One of the best ways to do this is to constantly criticize him or her. Being pleasant all the time, or nice anyway, does not mean you…
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Weight Loss Programs & Diets
January 15, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
If you are trying to lose weight, you can be assured that there is a diet or weight loss program that will fit your lifestyle. Many programs are backed by science, and with the help of the Internet, your weight…
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Home Remedies for Cracked Dry Heels
January 15, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Cracked heels may be caused by xerosis, or dry skin, says the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dry, cracked heels may also occur after wearing high-heeled, slingback shoes with the heel exposed. When the skin on the heels…
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6 Ways to Spot Symptoms of Xerosis
1. Location, Location, Location Sometimes dry skin arises all over your body, sometimes only in very distinct spots, but xerosis definitely favors certain areas more than others. Usually, the parts of your body to most persistently suffer from dry skin…
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Contructive Criticism and Marriage
January 15, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
As life partners, you tend to rely on one another for help and guidance in life’s journey. This often means that you need to point out the short comings of the other person. When in a situation where a critical…
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Food for Healthy Skin & Hair
January 14, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
The condition of your hair and skin are some of the first things that people notice when they meet you. Besides affecting a first impression, your skin and hair’s condition can signify potential nutritional imbalances. Certain foods are high in…
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How to know when it is Time to go
January 14, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
It is time to say goodbye when…. You find yourself looking forward to nights that your partner works late or goes out with friends. You stop waiting up for your partner. You start hiding things from your partner, such as…
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About Pregnancy & Clothing
Overview Although deciding what to wear during pregnancy can be tricky, pregnant women don’t have to sacrifice comfort for fashion. Many department stores and designers make stylish maternity clothes for mothers-to-be, and some pregnant women are learning ways to use…
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What Are the Treatments for Spider Veins in the Legs?
January 14, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Spider veins are similar to varicose veins in that they are flesh colored, purple or blue bulging veins that look like cords or tree branches. Spider veins usually are located on the legs and face. According to Women’s Health.gov, spider…
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4 Ways to Prevent Gastroenteritis
1. Practice Hand-Washing Gastroenteritis is often passed from person to person. Washing your hands well after using the washroom or changing diapers can prevent you from becoming infected. Children need to be taught to wash their hands properly with warm…
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How to Persuade your Spouse to Accompany you to Marital Counseling
January 14, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
A marriage is a partnership. It takes two to make it work. Odds are if one of the partners knows there is something wrong with the marriage, the other partner knows as well. Broaching the subject of marriage counseling can…
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The Benefits of Massage & Spa Treatments
January 14, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Massage therapy and spa treatments are more than just a luxury part of a vacation or a cruise. The benefits of these treatments do more than make you feel good, but they have many internal and external health benefits. If…
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5 Ways to Treat Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
1. Pharmacointervention Counteracts Nerve Pain Symptoms There are a number of medications that can help you manage complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). Your doctor will probably begin with mild, over-the-counter analgesics and anti-inflammatories like ibuprofen, naproxen sodium and acetaminophen, and…
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5 Ways to Prevent a Brain Stem Stroke
1. Manage Your Blood Pressure Strokes in the brain stem can cause life-altering disability or death due to the disruption of vital organ processes that are initiated from the brain’s base. Heartbeat, blood pressure and sensory function can all be…
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Punching Bag Workouts
Learning how to hit a punching bag is a vital tool for a boxer, but it is also very useful for anyone who wants to improve his conditioning, get stronger and lose weight. Hitting the speed bag can improve a…
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Can Criticism Kill a Marriage
January 14, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
“Any fool can criticize, condemn and complain but it takes character and self control to be understanding and forgiving.” Dale Carnegie Criticism is like a termite. You will never know the harm possible until the damage is done. Constructive criticism occasionally…
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Complications From Colostomy Surgery
A colostomy serves as an alternate route of fecal elimination when the usual route through the anus, cannot be used, according to the Cleveland Clinic. A colostomy may also become necessary to rest the elimination tract, which includes the colon,…
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Things that can Kill a Marriage
January 14, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Wouldn’t it be nice if a marriage was indestructible. “For better or worse until death do you part”, I believe those are the words we say. I’ve been to my share of weddings and those words are most often said…
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5 Steps to Positive Thinking
January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Positive thinking can do more than lighten your mood–it can decrease your risk for heart attack and stroke. A study performed by Robert Gramling, MD, DSc, at the University of Rochester Medical Center found that pessimism can cause stress that…
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Negative Marriage Issues
January 14, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Life is filled with negatives issues that can and given the right environment will cause marriage troubles. It is up to each person to deal with the issues as they pop up so that your marriage is not affected by…
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