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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Why Calorie Restriction Weight Loss Fails
January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
It’s critical to gain a clear understanding of the flawed mentality and approach that many devoted fitness enthusiasts follow to varying degrees while pursuing weight loss. By common definition, when you go on a “diet,” you restrict the amount, content,…
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A Study says Students with Higher Iqs are less likely to be Sexually Active – Agree
SATIRE: Of course, it didn’t require a bunch of scientists sticking their noses into places they didn’t belong to come up with the results of their teen titillation study. Everyone already knows that the super-bright teens don’t get into sex….
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The Best Exercises to Reduce Belly Flab
Of all the places to store excess fat on the body, the belly is the most dangerous. If left alone, visceral fat can develop and surround your organs, raising your risk for high cholesterol, heart disease and diabetes. The best…
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What Vitamins Are Right for Me?
January 2, 2014 Women's Health
Vitamins are necessary to help the body achieve optimal functioning. They are found in the foods we eat, but the amount we need on a daily basis are far more than most people are able to consume. This is partly…
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What Are the Benefits of Menthol?
Members of the mint family owe their crisp fragrance to menthol, a powerfully medicinal compound linked to several potential health benefits. Peppermint oil, a natural source of menthol, has been investigated as a treatment for several diseases and conditions. Menthol-containing…
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Exercises to Prevent Carpal Tunnel
Motion exercises help prevent carpal tunnel syndrome. Repetitive movements in static positions for long hours gradually create nerve compression and muscle tightness leading to pain, numbness, weakness and fatigue associated with carpal tunnel syndrome. Stretching, rolls and slides are non-resistance…
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The Best Cardio Exercise Machines
Not all cardio machines are created equal. The selection of cardio exercise machines allows for variation in exercise routines, but each machine provides different cardiovascular response in the body. Some machines are more effective at increasing the heart rate while…
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What Are the Benefits of Biotin Supplement?
Biotin is a B vitamin. It helps your body metabolize energy from food by assisting enzymes that break down proteins, fats and carbohydrates, according to Harvard Medical School. Biotin deficiency can lead to hair loss, rashes, heart problems and high…
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Remedies for Heartburn
Heartburn, sometimes referred to as acid indigestion, causes a burning sensation in the chest caused by stomach acid flowing back into the lower esophagus. The pain, and sometimes a sour taste in the back of the mouth, may only last…
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Deep Sleep Remedies
Insomnia affects 30 to 50 percent of the general population, all age groups, women more than men and tends to increase as we age. It is described as the inability to sleep through the night with trouble falling asleep and…
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How to Follow Your Natural Appetite
Instinctively, your body knows exactly how much to eat and what balance of nutrients to obtain to function at peak levels. Dr. Clara Davis showed this in her noted work with young children. In her studies, children were presented with…
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BMI & Risk of Coronary Heart Disease
Overview The National Institutes of Health characterizes coronary heart disease as a narrowing of the arteries supplying blood and oxygen to the heart. Also referred to as coronary artery disease, it develops when these blood vessels become damaged or diseased,…
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Sex the new Root of all Evil
Is sex the root of all evil? Not all but it joins it’s brother money. Men evil with sex is more simple, clumsy and brutal. See men in the wrong use sex to release their little soldiers and bad men…
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Aftereffects of Cancer Treatment
All cancer survivors may not be familiar with the term aftereffects. Aftereffects are the physical, emotional or practical issues that continue after treatment or begin later in life. Health care providers may be so focused on helping patients get through…
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Facts on Solar Panels
Unlike energy that comes from fossil fuels, solar energy is renewable and unlimited. This form of alternative energy holds significant benefits for both you and the world in general. Learn the facts about solar panels to help you make an…
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Uses of Saunas
January 2, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Sitting in a hot room and sweating may seem like a strange way to pass the time, but people have been doing just that for thousands of years. Turks, Romans, Finns and Cherokees have all used a variation of the…
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The Best LED Bulbs
Light Emitting Diode bulbs, or LED bulbs, have many benefits over traditional incandescent light bulbs. LED bulbs turn on instantly, contain no mercury, and have longer life spans. Even though they can be expensive, costing upwards of $100, LED bulbs…
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Black Cohosh Uses
January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Derived from the root of the Actaea racemosa plant, black cohosh has a 200-year history as a medicinal herb, the University of Maryland Medical Center explains. First used by Native Americans to combat menstrual and menopausal symptoms, this supplement has…
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The Truth About Athletic Talent
Talent is a funny and often misused word, particularly when it’s employed in the “talent vs. hard work” paradigm to characterize athletes. Some athletes learn easily and excel quickly, even at new endeavors, so they are considered natural talents. Others…
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Assessing the possible Outcome of Dating someone who is Married
Some would argue that it is never right to date a married person, although what is unacceptable to some people will be of little concern to others. Cheating within marriage does indicate a lack of morality, but it is necessary to…
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Anti-Inflammatory Diet & Foods
Overview Anti-inflammatory diets are predominately vegetable-based, but also incorporate whole grains and healthy fats to combat symptoms of localized inflamed tissues in the body. There is no single cure, so diets focus on consuming foods that alleviate, and avoiding those…
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The Anatomy of the Human Brain
Overview Your brain receives information from the rest of your body in the form of electrical signals. The brain then integrates the information and generates electrical signals of its own, sending directions that allow you to move, react, think and…
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What Plastics Can You Recycle From Your Home?
Most plastic products in the home can be recycled to form new, eco-friendly items. Because plastic composition can vary, homeowners are often asked to sort plastic into separate containers to facilitate recycling. In most areas, recycling facilities use industry identification…
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Cheap Family Ideas
Big family vacations, eating out and going to the movies together are great ways to bond as a family, but they can get expensive in a hurry. For families who are looking to cut costs without cutting family time, they…
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Teen Advice where to get Information about Sexuality and Birth Control
Not everyone feels comfortable going to their parents for advice about birth control or the sudden surge of hormones that has you preoccupied with your sexuality, but believe it or not the places to find reliable information, will be, your…
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Baby Language Development Tools
January 2, 2014 Children's Health
Language development is one of the most important milestones that a baby will achieve. According to Healthy Children, babies begin acquiring language skills at birth as they hear sounds and watch others carry on conversations. By the time a baby…
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Popular Types of Yoga
Yoga is characterized by a series of mind-body poses that focus on toning the muscles and breathing. Yogis benefit from stress reduction, increased fitness and weight loss. Yoga can even help control certain chronic health conditions, according to the Mayo…
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Black Cohosh & Hot Flashes
January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Black cohosh, also known as Actaea racemosa and Cimicifuga racemosa, is a perennial plant that’s native to North America. Black cohosh is sometimes used in place of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) to relieve menopausal hot flashes. The Office of…
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How to not do one Night Standone Nighterdoing the Dirty Horizontal Mamboing
The scene is pretty much the same as always. All of your married friends have left at least an hour or two earlier; leaving you and the last two “Musky-tears” to cry in your beers at the local beer joint….
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Water Safety for Children
When it’s really hot outside you probably can’t wait to jump into the pool with your child, but before you do, take a moment to think about safety. Drowning is one of the leading causes of death for children under…
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