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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5 Ways to Treat Tonic-Clonic Seizures
1. Wait Until You’ve Experienced at Least Two Seizures One tonic-clonic seizure does not mean the condition will continue, so your physician may hesitate to medicate you after your first episode. You should, however, seek medical treatment if you’ve never…
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About Periodontitis Gum Disease
Overview Periodontitis is the end result of gingivitis, an infection of the gums. When the infection spreads into the ligaments and bone beneath the teeth, the disease is considered to have progressed to periodontitis.The disease can have severe complications, including…
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Instructions for Making an Herbal Colon Cleanse
Overview The colon, is responsible for the absorption of minerals and water, according to “The New Holistic Herbal,” by herbalist David Hoffmann. Both constipation and diarrhea can be caused by a dysfunction present in the colon that may lead to…
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Tennis Court Surface Types
Tennis courts come are made from a variety of materials: grass, synthetic grass, carpet, hard and clay. In the northern United States, where winter weather forces players indoors for much of the year, hard and carpet are the surfaces of…
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Effects of Quitting Smoking on the Body
Practically everyone who smokes has good intentions regarding quitting. When the day arrives, however, the uncomfortable initial effects of withdrawal can become overwhelming. It may help some smokers to develop a mindset that equates the symptoms of withdrawal with proof…
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Newlyweds Tips for Dividing up Household Chores
January 14, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
You’ve been to the altar, said your “I do’s” and crossed the threshold into your new life together. Now to the business of happily ever after! The honeymoon flies by until one day you are back to work and back…
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3 Ways to Cope With the Long-Term Effects of Adderall
1. Keep Your Doctor Informed of all Effects of Adderall The potential side effects of Adderall, a prescription medication used to treat ADHD, weight loss and narcolepsy, can be fairly serious. These side effects can include loss of appetite, weight…
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1200-Calorie Healthy Eating Plan
January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Following a healthy eating plan is essential for achieving and maintaining a healthy body weight. Limiting daily calories to 1,200 per day can be challenging; a report by the World Health Organization states that in 1999 the world average…
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How Many Calories Should You Intake to Lose Weight?
January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview All sorts of pills claim to help a person burn fat–but if you are eating an inappropriate amount of calories, no pill will help and weight loss will be nonexistent. Unfortunately, there is no magic number of calories you…
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Zinc Vitamins Side Effects
January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
The mineral zinc helps with the formation of blood, the growth of the body and immune system function, according to Ohio State University. The mineral is naturally found in meat and beans, but can also be obtained from zinc vitamins….
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Bad Habits that can Ruin your Marriage Ruining your Marriage Bad Habits
January 14, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
You think your marriage is in trouble but you aren’t sure why. Could bad habits be sneaking into your day to day and causing turmoil in your marriage? Think about it for a minute, there are a million things that…
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Causes of Oral Thrush in Infants
Also called candidiasis, oral thrush is a common infant ailment that causes yeast to grow in and around a baby’s mouth. Usually affecting infants younger than six months, oral thrush causes white cottage cheese-type patches to appear on the lips,…
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The Disadvantages of Jatropha Oil
Jatropha oil is derived from seeds of Jatropha curcas, a tree native to Mexico and parts of Central America. This Jatropha curcas tree fares well in arid conditions, making it an ideal plant for desert areas. The seeds, which contain…
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3 Ways to Spot Symptoms of Costochondritis
1. Know Your Risk Level Knowing if you fall into a high-risk group for costochondritis (or any other medical condition) can help you spot symptoms that may apply to more than one illness. Costochondritis is an inflammation of the connective…
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Ambien Side Effects
Ambien–zolpidem tartrate–is one of the most commonly prescribed medications for the short-term treatment of insomnia in adults, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. It promotes relaxation by affecting chemicals in the brain, helping the patient to fall asleep….
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Best 2 Person Tents
Whether you’re a car-camping enthusiast or a die-hard backpacker, there are several common, important qualities to look for in a good two-person tent: it should be sturdy, weatherproof, easy to assemble and comfortable when holding two people and your gear….
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Planning a Wedding Remember the Marriage
January 14, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
“Guess what Alex did on his way home from work last night?” my husband’s boss asked the staff. “He got married.” Yes, Alex and I did get married after work on a Friday night, and then went to our jobs…
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What Are the Most Common Prescription Drugs?
Medical researchers have long been seeking ways to help people live longer, healthier lives. Medication manufacturing has become a multi-billion dollar business, CNNMoney.com reports, and people will pay a lot of money to solve or treat their medical problems. Newer…
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3 Ways to Identify Head Wounds
1. Determine the Seriousness of the Wound There are basically two types of head wounds–open and closed. Closed wounds are not necessarily any less dangerous than open wounds, though they may be harder to detect and treat. Closed wounds are…
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Early Signs & Symptoms of MS
Multiple sclerosis is a disease that damages the protective myelin sheath surrounding the nerve fibers. This impedes the transmission of nerve impulses between the brain and the rest of the body. The first signs and symptoms of MS usually appear…
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Remedy For Dark Dry Elbows
January 14, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Dark, dry elbows are embarrassing and can be itchy and even painful if not treated. Most dry elbow skin is caused by the friction that comes from leaning on your elbows and from clothing rubbing against them. Scrubbing alone…
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Bad Habits that can Ruin your Marriage
January 14, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
As everyone knows, the day you get married is the first day, of the begging, of the rest of your life. Each person has already lived for part of their life, alone, and has habits, that have already been inbred…
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Kegel Exercises for a Pregnant Woman
January 14, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
During pregnancy, the weight of the growing baby can weaken the pelvic floor muscles, which may result in embarrassing bladder leaks every time you cough, sneeze or even laugh. Kegel exercises help strengthen those muscles and can minimize urinary incontinence…
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Bad Habits that can Ruin your Marriage
January 14, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
When two people get married, if they love each other, habits, whether bad or good, do not usually cause divorce. The problem with today’s society, love is not always the real reason two people decide to tie the knot. More…
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Benefits of Smith Machine Lunges
Perhaps you’ve seen Smith machines in the gym but were never quite sure what to do with them. Aside from the obvious benefit of working your entire lower body, from glutes and quads to hamstrings and calves, the Smith machine’s…
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Health and Personal Hygiene
January 14, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview The importance of good personal hygiene goes beyond looking, feeling and smelling fresh. It’s potentially a matter of life and death. Failing to wash your hands, for example, may spread food-borne illnesses such as E-coli, which can result in…
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Recommended Fishing Poles for Camps
Offering day campers the opportunity to go fishing in a pond or stream is a terrific recreational opportunity. However, fishing tackle can be complicated to manage, particularly with a large group of inexperienced campers. A few simple, “low maintenance” poles…
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Should Married Women keep their last name or Switch to Hubbys – Keep
January 14, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
REVISED MARCH 21, 2011: What’s in a name? This is a personal choice, which should be made between the couples despite what traditionally has been done in the past. I personally will not be changing my name in the professional…
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The Best Weight Loss Strategies
January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
There is no single, best strategy to lose weight, but rather a collection of individual strategies that have proven effective for weight loss and for keeping the weight off for good. Being consistent is the most effective way to be…
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Fish Oil Alternatives
January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fats, fish oil has the potential to lower triglycerides, regulate abnormal heart rhythms, reduce the risk of stroke, lower blood pressure and protect against heart disease, the Mayo Clinic explains. Despite its potential benefits, you may…
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