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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Baby Teeth Growth
Overview Baby teeth are used to help a child talk and chew food. Parents may wonder if their children’s time frame for growing teeth is normal. It’s important to remember that although there is a general time frame for baby…
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Information About the Herbal Supplement Melatonin
Overview If you suffer from insomnia, you may want to take melatonin supplements to help you fall asleep faster, sleep more soundly and wake up feeling refreshed and well-rested. However, although melatonin supplements are available without a prescription, you should…
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Breast Exam Methods
Breast exam methods depend on a doctor’s recommendation and also include age, risk factors and prior involvement with breast cancer. Breast exams detect and evaluate changes in the breasts and the detection of breast cancer in its early stages, greatly…
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Energy Conservation Tips
Conserving energy isn’t just about saving money. It’s about helping make our energy supply last longer. Some energy saving tips can be implemented in a matter of minutes, while others take some time to make a real impact. No matter…
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4 Ways to Spot Symptoms of Acute Cerebellar Ataxia
1. Watch Your Child Walk Watch your child walk in order to spot symptoms of acute cerebellar ataxia. Look for a “drunken” walk with an unsteady gait. This nervous-system disorder produces uncoordinated muscle movements in the arms, legs and midsection…
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Do Push-ups Work Out the Chest?
Overview When properly done, push-ups are very beneficial in chest muscle growth. Because of the many weightlifting and machine exercises that are associated with chest workouts, push-ups often are overlooked and neglected. They work out the chest and the entire…
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Dumb Things a Guy can do first Date
Dating at several different ages due to divorce, I have come across some real winners when it comes to dumb things guys can do to ruin a first date. Sometimes when guys are trying too hard, they tend to do…
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Peppermint Oil Ingredients
January 5, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
From tea to toothpaste, you have probably used peppermint in a variety of products and for a multitude of reasons. Peppermint oil’s ability to help a number of physical ailments is supported by both clinical research and aromatherapuetic practice. MedlinePlus,…
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Practical Ways to Lose Weight
January 5, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Losing weight is a common goal for many people. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, losing weight to achieve a healthy weight can help prevent heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and some types of…
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South Beach Diet for Vegetarians
January 5, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The South Beach Diet, like the Atkins Diet, is known primarily for its reliance on red meats, poultry, fish and vegetables and for its shunning of breads and pastas. This diet is divided into three phases, and during the…
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5 Ways to Treat an Increased Appetite
1. Get a Specific Diagnosis Since various reasons exist for having an abnormal appetite, your first course of action is to find out what’s causing your unhealthy desire to eat. If you suffer from diabetes, for example, insulin injections or…
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Continuing Long Distance Relationships after College
College is over and the person that you have formed a relationship with during your time in college is returning to their home, which is either miles away from where you are living or, indeed, even in a different country….
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4 Ways to Treat an HIV-Related Face Rash
1. Control Environmental Factors Believe it or not, simply by increasing your intake of water and reducing your exposure to dry air, you can potentially substantially reduce the severity and duration of HIV-related face rashes. Avoid hot tubs, dry climates…
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4 Ways to Identify Premenstrual Syndrome
1. Physical Signs of PMS Premenstrual syndrome, more commonly known as PMS, can be difficult to identify. Classic physical signs are breast tenderness, bloating and cramps, but symptoms vary from one woman to another. Physical symptoms also may include acne…
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How to Clear a Credit Report Quickly
Overview If you have negative items on your credit report, you probably want to get rid of them as quickly as possible. Negative information can make it difficult for you to obtain new loans or lines of credit. Before you…
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Ways to Increase My Breast Milk Supply
January 5, 2014 Children's Health
Babies who breastfeed need to be fed on a regular basis, and consistent feedings depend on a steady supply of milk. This is particularly true for newborn babies who can eat up to 12 times in a 24-hour period. But…
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Natural Ways to Cleanse the Colon
The colon’s primary functions are to absorb water and minerals and to eliminate wastes. A host of ailments are variously attributed to an improperly functioning colon, from obvious ones, such as constipation and hemorrhoids, to more controversial ones, such as…
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About Bell’s Palsy Syndrome
Overview Weakness of the seventh cranial nerve, also known as the facial nerve, results in inability to move the muscles of facial expression on the side of the disease. According to the journal “Clinical Pediatrics,” Dr. Charles Bell first described…
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4 Ways to Treat an Allergy Rash on the Face
1. Determine the Cause of the Rash, if Possible Different allergy rashes require vastly different modes of treatment. For a rash caused by something as simple as poison sumac, for instance, a simple treatment of hydrocortisone, antihistamines, keeping the rash…
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Do i look Fat
If reading these words makes you feel uneasy then you have probably answered them. I’m also guessing your answer wasn’t adequate? Well then don’t worry because you are just one of the many men who have been the unfortunate victim of this sentence,…
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The best Advice for Men going on a Blind Date
First dates are nerve wracking, and the less you know the person, the more uncomfortable the situation can be. Going on a blind date (and worse planning one!) with a woman can either end up as one of three things:…
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The Best Probiotic Products
January 5, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
With so many choices available, it is hard to discern which probiotic products are the best. Products reviews, research and insight about the quality, effectiveness and consumer experience are important tools you can use to make an informed decision. The…
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Good Remedies for Lovesickness
Breaking up with some one when it is not your primary decision is never easy, but when you truly are in love with that person the pain is unbearable. You pretty much liken it to someone telling you for the…
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Want to ask her on a Date but don’t know how
It sounds so easy, to just “ask” a girl out on a date. However, when it comes down to it for the shy and nervous, it’s not so easy. The first thing you want to tell yourself is you have…
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Elements of Diet & Exercise That Impact Learning
January 5, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Two factors that have an impact on your learning capacity are eating properly and regular exercise. Depending on how healthy your eating habits are, it can either positively or negatively affect how you learn. Exercising has an impact as well….
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AB Exercises for Love Handles
Abdominal workouts are effective to target the side waist area where love handles can begin to form. Although your heart rate will be elevated, causing your body to utilize fat stores for energy during the workout, remember that you cannot…
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Easy and Quick Tips to Lose Weight Fast
January 5, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Whether you’re looking to lose a few pounds or drop substantially more, shedding that excess fat has many health benefits. The foundation of weight loss all boils down to burning more calories than are taken in each day. Many tips…
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Most Effective Ways to Quit Smoking
Smoking can cause many unhealthy bodily conditions, and remains the most preventable cause of death, according to Medline Plus. After an individual quits smoking, their circulation improves and their blood pressure begins to return to a healthy level. Breathing improves…
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ADHD Screening Tests
January 5, 2014 Children's Health
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) causes symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness that are so severe that they interfere with the activities of daily living. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention there is no single test that…
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Dating for Single Parents
This article focuses on the children in the situation. It is advice resulting from experience. I have observed the hurt and confusion felt by children as the result of the sudden arrival of a new woman in their dad’s life….
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