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 Best Formulas for a Fussy Baby
If your formula-fed baby is suffering from fussiness or gas, your pediatrician may recommend switching to a specialty type of formula. There are several brands on the market made specifically to relieve gas, acid reflux and other digestive problems that…
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Piercing by the Eye
Overview Several locations around the eye are possible for facial piercings. The eyeball and eyelid should be avoided, however. Professional piercers will explain your options pertaining to your anatomy, show you a portfolio of healed piercings and answer any questions…
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4 Ways to Treat Fanconi Syndrome
January 13, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
1. Use Dietary Restrictions to Treat Underlying Causes Genetic disorders that affect how certain substances are broken down by the body are a common cause of Fanconi syndrome. These conditions include fructose intolerance, galactosemia and glycogen storage diseases. Most of…
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3 Ways to Treat Xerosis
January 13, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
1. Home Remedies Often, your xerosis (dry skin) can be successfully treated at home simply by changing routines and hydrating your body more. Drink plenty of fluids (water is best) and use a humidifier, especially during winter months. Shorten your…
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Most Nutritious Fruits & Veggies
January 13, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
According to the United States Department of Agriculture, including lots of fruits and vegetables in your diet could lessen your chances of developing serious illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes and some types of cancer. Because fruits and vegetables are…
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Essential Oils for Skincare
One trip done the skincare aisle at your local drug store can be overwhelming, because so many commercial products available make it hard to find the right ones for your own skincare needs. If you want to venture out from…
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Wine & Headaches
Overview Wine, and in some cases specifically red wine, can trigger headaches after just one glass, and it’s unrelated to hangovers from too much alcohol. The headache may occur rapidly with severe pain, nausea and flushing. Or it may occur…
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Tips for new Military Wives
January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
The life of a military wife is a life of adventure, stress, responsibility, change, joy and sadness. Although there isn’t anything quite like experience itself to prepare a new military spouse for the trials and tribulations of military life, there…
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Changing your last name when you get Married – Switch
January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
We scroll our crushes’ names on our notebooks growing up; we practice our signature with different last names to “test them out,” and as young girls we like boys in part because their last names sound good with ours even…
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The Best Pedometers for Running
Pedometers are useful devices that enable a runner to determine how far he has run. Modern pedometers use a variety of technologies to tally a runner’s steps. Different pedometers give runners a broad choice to suit nearly any style or…
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Tips for Newlyweds Moving in together
January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
There are few things in life that can compare to the excitement of getting married. Starting a life together for the first time is certainly one of those things. The thrill and excitement of being married can make it very…
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How to Maintain Friendship in a Marriage
January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
In an ideal world, marriage is a lasting covenant between two individuals who wish to build a life together. Sadly, this is no longer the case. The latest surveys in the US claim that around 60% of marriages end in…
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Best Skin Care Tips for Over 40
January 13, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Skin loses some of its elasticity as you age. You are more likely to have wrinkles and deep-set lines caused by exposure to the sun, pollution and stress as you get closer to 40 years old. You may experience dry,…
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Fish That Are High in Omega 3
January 13, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Omega-3 fats are a class of unsaturated fatty acids that you must obtain from the foods you eat. Fish is rich is a certain type of omega-3 fatty acid, eicosapentanoic acid or EPA. According to the American Heart Association, omega-3…
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Bad Breath Home Cures
Getting rid of bad breath may require more than simply brushing and flossing. In some cases, it stems from a more serious underlying condition such as poor digestion or tooth decay. Numerous home remedies exist for treating bad breath, regardless…
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How to Survive the first Year of Marriage
January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
You may think that the first year of marriage will be perfect. Unfortunately, a lot of times it can be very challenging, especially if the couple had not been living together until then. The following are tips on how to…
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3 Ways to Prevent Peritonitis
1. Diagnose and Treat Underlying Conditions Keep on top of your health to prevent peritonitis, a painful and potentially life-threatening infection of the membrane that contains the organs in your abdomen. If you suspect you may have inflammatory bowel and…
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3 Ways to Manage Cervicitis
1. Determine Cause of Cervicitis Determining the cause of your cervicitis is the key to successful treatment. If your cervicitis is caused by an allergy to latex, spermicides or another type of chemical, avoidance of that allergen may be all…
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Holistic Remedies for Prostatitis
Prostatitis is a group of disorders that cause inflammation of the prostate gland, a walnut-sized organ located just under men’s bladders. Symptoms common to acute and chronic bacterial prostatitis, as well as those not caused by a bacterial infection, include…
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Remedies for Shin Splints
Shin splints, also known as medial tibial stress syndrome, occur from an overload on the muscles and tendons that link to the shin bone, or tibia. Shin splints commonly occur in runners or other people who engage in similar activities…
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6 Ways to Treat Dry Eye Syndrome
1. Rehydration and Better Controls Over the Environment In mild cases of dry eye syndrome, simple lubrication and humidification can be enough to stanch symptoms. Avoid ceiling fans, windy conditions, cigarette smoke, heaters and drafty rooms. You might also want…
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Calories to Consume for Weight Loss
January 13, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Are you on a diet with the goal of losing weight? Perhaps you have changed your eating habits, types and amount of food. If you haven’t figured out how many calories a day you need in order to lose weight,…
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Digestive Functions of Saliva
January 13, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Saliva, produced by salivary glands, has many functions. Most people associate saliva with eating and refer to delicious foods as “mouth watering.” However, without eating a bite of food, saliva is already being produced and carrying out its everyday functions….
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Reasons for Elevated Testosterone
In men, testosterone is created in the testes and in females, it is mainly created in the ovaries. Testosterone levels in the body determine when puberty arrives in boys and also controls sexuality in men. In women, if testosterone levels…
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Tips for Newlyweds
January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
You have gracefully and lovingly said I do, and now you are off to start a happy life together. On to the honeymoon, a vacation of a life time. You and your new spouse, celebrating and consummating your marriage to…
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Causes of Frozen Shoulder & Pain
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a poorly understood condition which results in such decreased range of motion that the joint appears to be frozen in place. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, frozen shoulder affects…
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Tips for Newlyweds Moving in together
January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
During the preparation stages of your wedding, the actual thought of your life spent living together after the ceremony may hardly cross your mind. Planning your wedding can be a consuming task in your life for months before you actually marry. …
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Speech Anxiety Causes
January 13, 2014 Mental Health
Sweaty hands, stuttering, butterflies in your stomach–each of these is a sign of speech anxiety. If you are afraid to speak in public, you are not alone. Many people experience speech anxiety. The solution is to identify the causes and…
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HIV Complications
HIV, also known as the human immunodeficiency virus, refers to a chronic and potentially fatal disease in which a person’s immune system is weakened. The immune system is responsible for fighting infection. The Mayo Clinic says that typical HIV symptoms…
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Smart Shopping for Jump Ropes
One of the most effective cardio workouts is jumping rope. While other workouts may require multiple pieces of equipment, driving to the gym for class or a lot of room in your house, jumping rope only requires a pair of…
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