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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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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Losing belly fat and love handles takes time and effort. However, if you are willing to greatly increase the intensity of the exercises, you can rapidly increase the process. High-intensity exercises take less time to perform than low-intensity, long-duration exercise;…
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January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Everyone loves a man in uniform. Unfortunately, what they don’t tell you is, what is “attached” to that uniform and handsome groom you just married. As people have told you, “you marry the family.” You married not only the family but…
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Chronic fatigue causes an extreme tiredness that can make performing daily activities seem impossible. Chronic fatigue can occur after an illness or after a period of high stress, but can also come on slowly with no obvious cause. Treatment consists…
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For more than 2,500 years, herbalists and traditional medical practitioners have used extracts from the fruit of the agnus castus, also known as chasteberry, to treat a wide range of ailments. In more recent years, science has disproved some of…
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1. Take Folic Acid Supplements When first trying to manage a folate deficiency, doctors typically recommend that those suffering from anemia take a folic acid supplement. A typical supplement contains about 1 mg. of folic acid and can be taken…
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January 13, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Ice pick acne scars are so called because they resemble indentations made by ice picks. They are among the most unsightly acne scars because they are prominently visible and hard to disguise with makeup. Treatment options usually include some…
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Pull-ups are the pre-eminent exercise for building upper-body strength and muscle mass. A pull-up is a compound exercise that primarily concentrates on enhancing the muscles in your back, shoulders and arms. Pull-ups additionally strengthen your grip and serratus, pectorals and…
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January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Showering, like feeding your fish or checking your e-mail, is part of the everyday routine (at least, one would hope). Every move is systematic: you turn on the water, disrobe while the water heats, check the water once, adjust the…
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The Swiss ball is a much-used core training tool found in gyms, homes and health clubs. The Swiss ball can be used for a variety of abdominal-targeting exercises to work all three muscles of the abdomen. This includes the transversus…
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January 13, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Weight loss occurs when exercise and diet combine to create a calorie deficit. Energy expenditure must exceed input by 3,500 calories for a person to lose one pound. Vegetarian diets, along with exercise, can be effective in achieving weight-loss…
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January 13, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Weight gain happens when more calories are consumed than are burned. Calories, or energy, are necessary whether you do or do not work out regularly because your body burns calories at rest as well as during exercise. To lose…
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January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Why do couples enjoy showering together? Because it’s good, clean fun! No kidding, what is more enjoyable than having someone wash your back or shampoo your hair? What is more delightful than having your partner slowly soap up your body…
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January 13, 2014 Senior Health
Before you propose to your significant other, think beyond the typical “getting down on one knee” with a diamond ring. Devise a romantic, memorable marriage proposal that not only expresses your love and desire to spend the rest of your…
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January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
The wedding day is over. You’re back from your honeymoon. Reality is setting in, as you return to work. Bills are coming in and piling up, you have thank you notes to complete, and there are twice as many birthdays…
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January 13, 2014 Children's Health
It is never an easy decision to leave your infant in the care of someone else. While the effects of daycare on a child’s development continues to be a debated issue, for working parents there often is no alternative. However,…
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A foam roller is a round piece of compact foam that is typically 3 or 4 feet long. Some are cut in half lengthwise and used for balance and core training, though foam rollers are more commonly used for flexibility…
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January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Welcome to the jungle of self exploration and growth! Congratulations You are newly married. This is not to be taken lightly this is serious business. This is a sacrament of two souls joining as one so be prepared to merge…
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January 13, 2014 Women's Health
1. Signs of Primary Amenorrhea Menstruation typically begins for women at or around 12 to 13 years of age. It is not uncommon for menstruation to occur later, but if it has not occurred by age 16, this may be…
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January 13, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
The basics of weight loss are well-known and simple–consume fewer calories than you burn and you will begin losing weight. Quickly changing your weight through an extreme weight loss program or boot camp is possible. However, dropping weight too quickly…
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Every day people throw out materials they could recycle. Recycling programs attempt to educate the public about which materials are recyclable, but too often people remain indifferent to the environmental devastation they contribute to by not recycling. Recycling conserves natural…
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January 13, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Vibrant, radiant skin is desired by many, but how is it achieved? Effective anti-aging, wrinkle creams will remove lines, wrinkles and even discoloration, giving the skin a youthful look. Since collagen is the principal protein of the skin and diminishes…
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January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Marriage is something to be treasured. No matter how long a couple has been married or how convinced and committed they are to one another, there comes a point when you’ve settled into the routine of married life, and for…
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January 13, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Hundreds of skin products fill the shelves of stores, offering all kinds of treatments and solutions for various skin health conditions. Not all skin products are alike, and even name-brand products may contain various ingredients that may only serve to…
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Overview All throughout the 40 weeks of a typical pregnancy, your body changes to accommodate the needs of the fetus growing in your womb. Regular exercise can improve your mood, increase your energy and help prevent complications of pregnancy, according…
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1. Take Medication In most cases, you can treat your irregular heartbeat very effectively with a variety of prescription medications. Your doctor will evaluate your overall health, as well as the risk of side effects, to determine the best combination…
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January 13, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Herbs are a rich source of vitamins and minerals and have been used over the years for health purposes. Some health food herbs can be found in supermarkets, but for maximum health benefits, it is best to grow your own…
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Adding a few handfuls of Epsom salt to your bath can soothe sore, cramped muscles, boost your circulation and soften your skin, says Liz Mazurski in Spa magazine. Espom salt may also reduce risk for blood clots, improve your body’s…
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January 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
When watching television, movies or even reading a book most relationships end in happily ever after. One might expect marriage to be just that, a bed of roses and once a fight happens or a challenging time occurs in your…
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January 13, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Exercise is meant to be a healthy activity. However, not warming up, using improper technique, neglecting nutrition and/or doing too much too fast can quickly turn a well-intended exercise plan into an inevitable injury. Moreover, if you want to get…
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January 13, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Your kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located near the center of your back, on either side of your spine. They act as biological blood filters, constantly processing your blood to separate it from toxins and waste generated by your food…
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