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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What Causes Foot Itching?
January 5, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
A variety of infections and disorders can cause feet to itch. Sweaty feet, synthetic-fabric socks, tight shoes and shoes made of occlusive materials can make the condition worse. Determining the cause of the itch is imperative to correctly treat the…
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What Are the Causes of Skin Discolorations?
January 5, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
They say the eyes are the windows to the soul, but the skin reveals lot about what a person is feeling too. Skin changes can be due to psychological or emotional factors: The glow associated with pregnancy, the blush of…
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APO-Erythro Side Effects
APO-Erytho, or Ilosone, is a generic form of the antibiotic Erythromycin. APO-Erythro used for the treatment of bacterial infections. It may be used in certain situations when a patient has an allergy to penicillin. According to Drugs,com, Erythromycins also prevent…
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Concerta Side-Effects
January 5, 2014 Children's Health
Concerta, or Methylphenidate is a medication in a classification of drugs known as a central nervous system stimulants. According to Drugs.com, it affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Concerta treats attention deficit…
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How to ask a Girl on a first Date
Ah, that all important first date. The potential catalyst for good times, some intimacy and maybe even a relationship! Yes, first dates are indeed critical. So don’t worry if you’re stressed about her! It’s perfectly natural. In fact, it’s basically…
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Some advice for teens about fun places for a first date
You actually did it. You actually worked up the nerve to ask that special guy or girl out on a date. Now, you just have to think of a cool place for that first date. The following are some fun,…
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3 Ways to Fix Breathing Problems Related to TMJ
1. Old-School Remedies If you are having trouble breathing due to teeth grinding or jaw clenching caused by TMJ disorders, your dentist may recommend a corrective bite guard, splint, braces or surgery. These tactics can help a condition that is…
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Your first Date what to do
The best advice on asking a girl out comes from, well, a girl of course! They know what they want from guys and how they’d like them to approach them. So here’s some tips from a typical teenage girl: Never be too…
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Common ADHD Medications
January 5, 2014 Children's Health
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder can cause many problems for the person suffering from it as well as those people around him. The disorder may cause disruptions of family life as well as problems in school if the sufferer is a child….
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How to tell if your Man is Cheating on you
No matter how hard you try, you just can’t seem to shake that feeling. You can’t quite put your finger on it, but something just isn’t right with your man. You think he is having an affair, but you are…
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4 Ways to Treat Childhood Eczema
1. Understand and Avoid Eczema Triggers The vast majority of childhood eczemas are atopic in nature, meaning that they’re the result of allergic hypersensitivity to skin irritants. By their very nature, they affect skin that is not in direct contact…
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Ways to Reuse Plastic Cups & Bottles
Plastic is such a widely used material, its manufacture uses 4 percent of the total energy consumed in the U.S. every year and takes up 12 percent of our landfill space, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Any time you…
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Onset Causes of Diabetes
Diabetes is a group of medical conditions associated with the body’s glucose levels. In 2007, the American Diabetes Association reported 7.8 percent of the population suffered from diabetes. Three basic types of diabetes are classified, each causing the disease to…
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Types of cheating in a marriage or relationship
According to Dictionary.com, the definition of cheating is to deceive, defraud and elude. In a marriage or a relationship, you verbally agree legally, or not so legally, that you are going to be committed to each other. When a person…
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When is the best Time for your Child to Date again
As a parent it can be very painful to watch your child go through the pain of a ruined relationship. You try your best to support him whilst he grieves for what he has lost, but as a nurturer your…
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3 Ways to Treat Bacterial Gastroenteritis
1. Treat Your Dehydration Bacterial gastroenteritis can make you feel miserable, but it will generally clear up on its own. Treatment is primarily focused on reducing some of the symptoms of the infection. While diarrhea is the chief complaint of…
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Vitamins to Help Concentration
January 5, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Walking down a grocery aisle of nutritional supplements can be an overwhelming experience. Many products claim to have mental health benefits including improving concentration. Knowing which vitamins may have an effect on the brain may help you make informed shopping…
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Baseball Exercises for the Back
Conditioning has become a significant part of getting ready to play baseball. In the past, baseball players were most concerned with hand-eye coordination and getting their batting eye back on track. But the rigors of a long season require a…
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6 Ways to Identify Parathyroid Gland Disorders
1. Fatigue Fatigue is one of the chief symptoms used to identify parathyroid gland disorders. Increased drowsiness during the day can be the result of any number of disorders, but when coupled with other classic parathyroid gland disorder symptoms, fatigue…
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The Effects of Excess Progesterone
Progesterone is a hormone produced in the ovaries and adrenal glands that plays a role in a number of processes in the body. Progesterone helps to regulate a woman’s menstrual cycle and supports pregnancy, helps regulate mood and performs a…
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Dating Dilemmas how to Treat yourself with Respect in a Relationship
Respect is the second most important quality in a relationship, after love. For two people to cope in a relationship there must be the element of respect from both of them. In fact, Love is based on mutual respect of…
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The Biggest Barrier to Finding True Love
You can’t turn on the TV or go see a movie anymore without being hit over the head with the fact that what’s important in life is finding someone to love and who will love you in return; someone that…
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Neck Flexion Exercises
The sternocleidomastoid muscles are two-headed muscles that are located on both sides of the anterior neck. According to the book “Anatomy and Physiology” by Elaine Marieb, the simultaneous contraction of both muscles produces flexion, or bending, of the neck. The…
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What to do if You’re Dating an Alcoholic
Alcoholics appeal to your need to nurture, and under the influence can be the essence of carefree fun. As long as there are no issues over who drives home after a night of getting carefree, just dating can feel exciting….
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Safety Steps Online Dating Internet Relationships Sex Dating Love
The Internet connects the world in so many phenomenal ways that it is almost impossible to fathom how far it will go in the years and decades to come. Or how lost the world would be without it. It also…
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Types of Lumbar Spine Surgery
People who suffer damage to the lumbar spine, which runs through the lower back, may need to undergo surgery if more conservative treatments such as pain medications and physical therapy don’t do enough to relieve their pain and neurological problems….
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3 Ways to Get Agitation Assessment
1. Simple Observation Is Essential for Early Detection and Anxiety Management If you notice a loved one is starting to act manic or having outbursts of rage, it’s important to observe and record the frequency and severity of the incidents….
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Hyssop Herb Benefits
The herb hyssop, or Hyssop officinalis, has been used for thousands of years as a medicinal remedy to treat intestinal gas and a variety of respiratory tract ailments. Hyssop’s fragrant flowers and leaves are used in traditional herbal medicine for…
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Information for the Family About Fibromyalgia
Overview Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue and multiple tender points on the body. There is no cure for fibromyalgia, but it is not fatal. Scope Fibromyalgia affects approximately 10 million people in the United States,…
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Single Parent Online Dating Safety Tips
Single parents should make use of dating websites to find suitable relationship partners for themselves, but there are safety precautions that should be practiced by every single parent who is a member of a dating site. Single parents need to…
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