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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Daily Activities at Drug Rehabilitation
Drug rehabilitation—sometimes referred to as rehab—is any program designed to help drug addicts and abusers overcome their problems with addiction. There are many different types of drug rehabilitation, each having its own unique rules and activities. Inpatient clinics provide 24-hour…
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Childhood Anxiety Symptoms
Children who suffer from anxiety often have a difficult time functioning at home and school because they are crippled by worry and fear. Anxiety disorders are common in children, with about 13 of every 100 kids ages 9 to 17…
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How to Train for a 80-Km Mountain Bike Race
Overview Mountain biking is a fun and challenging sport. Taking your riding to the next level by signing up for an 80-Km mountain bike race requires a base level of fitness. With a solid training program and a commitment to…
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What Are the Benefits of Weight Training on Bone Density?
When it comes to bone density and muscle mass, the old adage “use it or lose it” rings true. To prevent osteoporosis and other bone-related health issues, health experts recommend that you engage in weight-bearing activity such as walking in…
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Unconditional Love
Many people compare unconditional love to the love a dog has for its master. No matter how much a pet owner yells at the dog for pooping on the carpet, the dog will still wag its tail when the human…
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Elliptical Vs. TreadClimber
Overview Only two major companies manufacture TreadClimbers, which resemble a combination stair stepper and treadmill–Nautilus and its subsidiary Bowflex. You’re unlikely to find TreadClimbers in gyms. Elliptical trainers, on the other hand, are commonly found in gyms and are available…
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What’s Love got to do with it
What’s Love got to do with it? What’s Love got to do with it? Everything! Your entire being is defined by Love. The lack of Love, the yearning for Love and the Love you see being giving so freely to…
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Five Tips to Conserve Water
Only 1 percent of the world’s water is available and drinkable, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. The scarcity of fresh, drinkable water may be difficult to imagine in the U.S., a country accustomed to having running water…
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Fenugreek to Increase Breast Milk
Overview Breastfeeding mothers commit themselves to making their babies as healthy as possible. They give their time and even avoid some foods to make sure their babies are the healthiest possible, which involves breastfeeding. From time to time, however, some…
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History of Courtship
From the orgies of red-sided garter snakes to the adorable mating “spaz” of ferrets, many animals have different forms of courtship: the process of procreation. But, what is courtship for humans? All-in-all, courtship is a time in relationship between two…
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Smart Shopping for 6-Irons
The comfort of the 6-iron can get into a golfer’s mind. To win a match or merely improve your game, you must continue to work hard at all times, and the comfort-factor of the 6-iron tends to go against this…
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Elliptical Workout Vs. Gazelle Workout
Overview Elliptical trainers line most gym cardio rooms, with a variety of lighter-duty, less expensive models available for home use. You’ll find the Gazelle, a home cardio machine marketed by Tony Little, on television and the Internet. While you can…
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Tips for a Romantic Summer Picnic
So you’re looking to have that awesome summer picnic with the one you love? Here are a few pointers to make it enjoyable and relaxing. First, remember that it is about one another so when making that lunch, think of…
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Effective Ways to Burn Body Fat
January 3, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Effectively burning body fat requires you to engage in a regular aerobic and weight-training program. The American College of Sports Medicine advises you must exercise for 60 to 90 minutes to lose weight or maintain weight loss. Additionally, you have…
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Guide to Basic Dating Etiquette
The only difference between dating and looking for a new job is that with dating it will likely cost you money whereas with job hunting somebody will eventually pay you. Other than that, the rules are pretty much the same….
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At Home Fertility Testing: A Good Idea?
Infertility is defined as the inability to conceive after one year of intercourse without contraception, and it affects approximately 10 to 15% of couples who are trying to conceive. Since the chances of having infertility increases after age 35, the…
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The Top Ten Wilderness Survival Books
Survival is a natural instinct. There may come a time in your life when survival skills may save your life. Be knowledgeable by learning what you can now and practicing these skills when the opportunities arise. Many books have been…
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About Bellybutton Piercing
January 3, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Generally for females, a bellybutton ring adds a bit of flash to your bikini body, but stays hidden underneath your work clothes. Although the entire piercing process only takes a couple of minutes from the moment you lie in…
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Uses for Calcium Carbide
January 3, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Calcium carbide is a compound that is made from a combination of lime–an inorganic material with a high concentration of calcium–and coke–a carbon fuel made from coal that is low in sulfur and ash content. According to the Environmental Protection…
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The Long-Term Side Effects of the Depo Shot
January 3, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
The Depo-Provera shot is an injectable form of birth control for women that contains medroxyprogesterone acetate, a man-made hormone that mimics the naturally occurring hormone progesterone. Health officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warn that this form of…
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Use Positive Affirmations for the Health of It
There is no longer any doubt. Our mind has the power to control our body. If you want to live longer, look younger, be healthier, feel happier or simply achieve a state of harmony, you have the power to transform…
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Yoga for Weight Loss
Have you ever walked past a yoga class and seen people come out dripping wet, looking great, with lean muscle? You ask yourself, “Will yoga help me lose weight? All the celebrities are doing it and they look great, so…
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The Uses of Solar Cells
January 3, 2014 The Uses of Solar Cells
Solar, or photovoltaic, cells convert the sun’s energy directly into electricity, according to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. The solar cell concept was discovered by Bell Telephone in 1954, when researchers realized that silicon reacted to sunlight, creating an electric…
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How to Get Rid of Unwanted Body Hair Naturally
January 3, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Unwanted body hair is a common complaint. Genetics, disease, stress and certain medications can prompt hair growth on parts of the body where it causes embarrassment. Chemical treatments involving creams and serums can lessen or remove body hair, but…
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6 Ways to Keep Your Feet Fungus Free
January 3, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
1. Foot fungus kills beautiful feet. Athlete’s foot or foot fungus and toenail fungus affects people of all ages. It is itchy and ugly and can destroy your toenails. Here are six tips to keep your feet fungus-free and beautiful….
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Herbs for Memory Retention
January 3, 2014 Herbs for Memory Retention
Herbal stimulants may generate significant improvements in your ability to focus and retain memory. The University of Maryland Medical Center reports that certain herbal stimulants tend to improve brain performance. Frances Brinker, N.D., refers to such herbs as “alertness enhancers,”…
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How to know it is Love at first Sight
Love at first sight is when you see a stranger, engaged in a conversation, away from you and your heartbeat quickens and you feel as if your heart is in your throat. An instant attraction and liking for that stranger…
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Premarital Sex
To ask the question: Should people have sex before marriage? is no different from asking: Should people have sex? The two words “before marriage” are meaningless. If you ask simply: Should people have sex? what answer do you suppose you’d…
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Ginger Tea for Acid Reflux
Overview Ginger root is a widely used herbal remedy for acid reflux. Acid reflux refers to the backward flow, or reflux, of stomach contents back into the esophagus, where they irritate the delicate tissue lining and cause heartburn. Ginger tea…
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Definition of PPO & HMO
Overview PPO and HMO health insurance plans provide coverage for medical services in hospitals, clinics, private physician practices and other medical facilities. These health insurance plans have some features in common, but they also have some significant differences. Discuss your…
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