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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January 2, 2014 Yoga Poses for Tight Hips
Excessive sitting or strength training without stretching can cause tightness in the hip flexors, according to Healing Lifestyles & Spas. Practicing some simple yoga poses for at least 10 minutes a day, six days a week can help soothe, stretch…
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I certainly do NOT believe students with higher IQs are less likely to be sexually active. However, the article title insinuates that only one type of IQ may be a determining factor in the results: What about emotional IQ, as…
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January 2, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Mild swelling or puffiness under the eyes occurs frequently with age. As you grow older, the tissue and muscles around the eyes weaken, allowing fat to migrate to the lower eyelids. This may cause the area under the eyes to…
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If Miley Cyrus can do it, so can you! It is possible for teens to find the will power to say ‘no’ to sex. It may not feel like it now, with all of your emotions carrying you on a…
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It’s hard to find anyone who doesn’t love sex. There are tons of factors when it comes to teens and sex. And much to the general population’s dismay, pregnancy and STD’s do not hinder sexual activity. Many individuals with a…
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Abdominal muscles are important to all body movements. Benefits from abdominal strength and endurance include enhanced athletic performance, spinal support and a decreased chance of lower back injuries. Increases in abdominal strength and decreases in abdominal body fat will improve…
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How to keep the spark alive? After 15 years of marriage and being with the same man for a little over 17 years we still have a spark in our marriage. These are a list of things we have done…
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Overview Chinese tonic herbs strengthen the body, improve the functioning of internal organs, boost the immune system and improve overall health and well-being. Tonics help the body to adapt to stress, regulating the cardiovascular, nervous and respiratory systems. Some Chinese…
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January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Herbal weight-loss formulas, fat burners, diet teas and other weight-loss supplements promise miraculous results. But many are ineffective, and there are dangers even with herbal or “natural” formulas, warns the Food and Drug Administration. Many have been banned because they…
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Ginger root, which is the rhizome of the ginger plant, has a strong and spicy flavor and is used in a variety of recipes. According to the American Cancer Society, ginger can also be used to treat the symptoms of…
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January 2, 2014 Children's Health
On a first date, a few awkward silences, a disagreement and even a faux pas or two are to be expected. It’s rare that you meet someone for the first time and immediately click so well that there is little…
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January 2, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Saunas are small rooms designed to provide a source of ambient heat and steam. Occupants sweat inside a sauna bath and enjoy a cleansing, renewing effect. In addition to this effect, saunas are used for a variety of other benefits…
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Many men believe that women are impossible to understand. One minute they want romance, the next they think you’re trying too hard; they want you to do dishes then get mad because you aren’t doing them “right”. So what’s the…
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January 2, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Whether you have a debilitating condition such as fibromyalgia or recently sustained a muscle injury, you may want to investigate a few superficial heat therapy treatments to help you manage pain and inflammation. Although superficial heat therapy treatments such…
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January 2, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Motherwort, botanically known as Leonurus cardiaca, is a member of the mint family. It has a square stem with opposite serrated and lobed leaves. It blooms small purple and pink flowers in the summer months and grows up to 40…
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A vaccine is a suspension of weakened disease-causing organisms that are given to a person to stimulate his immune system and thus protect him against the disease caused by the organism. Required vaccines for children entering school vary among states….
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January 2, 2014 About Camping Stoves
Overview Camping is a time-honored way to spend quality time with friends and family, replenish your energy, escape technology, and enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re going on a weekend fishing trip or a summer-long adventure, a camping stove is…
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There is an unbelievable amount of misunderstanding between men and women. Every man that I have come across has said, “I’m different. I know what a woman wants,” and they don’t. There are at least ten important facts that a man…
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January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
The seeds of the flax plant convey multiple health benefits, including aiding digestion, preventing blood clots and possibly fighting cancer. Flax is also one of the few plant sources of alpha-linolenic fatty acid, one of the “omega-3” essential fatty acids…
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Eccentric strength training refers to the movement of the muscle when lowering a weight. It has nothing to do with bizarre or unusual behavior. When lifting weights, a person’s muscles contract in what is called the concentric movement. This would…
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Romantic fairytales often depict romantic relationships as perfect: A flawless, handsome man sweeps the beautiful and forever pristine princess off her feet. As children, we hear these stories and grow up waiting for that perfect romance – the perfect romance…
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The hip flexors are the muscles at the top and front of the thigh. Their primary function is to draw the thigh bone forward at the hip. Repetitive movements, such as running–especially uphill–or forward kicking, can lead to adaptive shortening…
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The bergamot orange, a bitter Mediterranean fruit, yields a fragrant oil with potent medicinal properties. Practitioners of naturopathy and integrative medicine may recommend low-dose bergamot oil as an oral treatment for several common ailments, and aromatherapists value the oil for…
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It’s not always easy to figure out how to keep a healthy lifestyle. There are so many dubious fitness and weight-loss gimmicks available, it’s easy to fall victim to false claims that result in slow progress. Staying in shape with…
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January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Now that you’re planning to have a baby, each one of your lifestyle choices will directly affect another life. While some pregnancy “no-nos”–smoking and drinking alcohol, for example–are clearly stated, there’s not an overriding consensus on how much caffeine a…
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Estrogen is a hormone that is vital to the reproductive health of women. It stimulates development and growth in the breasts, uterus and ovaries. Estrogen works with progesterone to regulate a woman’s menstrual cycle and prepare the body for pregnancy….
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Overview Severe depression, or major depression, causes feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. Feelings of worthlessness and inappropriate guilt may also occur, according to Medline Plus. These feelings can lead to inactivity or withdrawal from social functions. People suffering from severe…
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Communication occurs every day in virtually every situation. Learning how to be an effective communicator takes time, practice, patience and unselfishness. Improving interpersonal communication can help relationships, help resolve conflict and help you understand and empathize with others. Paying attention…
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January 2, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Acne, the bane of adolescence, typically subsides when hormonal fluctuations stop, leaving behind healthy skin. Sometimes, however, acne creates scars that are either raised above the surface of your skin, or depressed below the surrounding tissue. The American Academy of…
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Sex is only a three letter word. It seems strange that such a small word could mean so much, yet it certainly does. When you’re a teenager, “virgin” seems to be a dirty word. You are bombarded with sexual messages…
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