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 Is the Soleus Muscle?
January 2, 2014 What Is the Soleus Muscle?
Overview With over 600 muscles in the human body, muscles have a variety of functions and support us in carrying out simple activities such as walking and grabbing objects to more complex ones like running and jumping. The soleus is…
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Causes of Masses in the Breast
January 2, 2014 Women's Health
It can become frightening for a woman to find a mass in her breast. However, Monica Morrow of Northwestern University Medical School reports that the majority of breast lumps or masses are not cancer. There are many causes and types…
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Great Reasons to have more Sex
Sex has gotten a bad reputation over the years and with all of the sexually transmitted diseases popping up, it is understandable. What if you were told that having sex is actually good for your overall health? According to several…
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Tips for Flying with Children
Many parents dread traveling with their children, especially when confined to an airplane. But with a few easy tips, it can be smooth sailing (or in this case, flying) for you, your child and your fellow passengers. It’s all about…
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It Pays to Be Happy!
Researchers in the new field of Positive Psychology are publishing hundreds, if not thousands, of scientific article_temps each year in an effort to help us find our way to a healthier, happier, more enriching and fulfilling life. Their research findings…
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Effects of PCOS on Pregnancy
January 2, 2014 Women's Health
PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome, is a hormone imbalance that affects 5 to 10 percent of women, according to BabyCenter. Women with PCOS have significant fertility challenges, specifically a failure to ovulate most menstrual cycles. Once a woman with PCOS…
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Apple Cider Vinegar Uses
January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Apple cider vinegar is a popular home remedy for various ailments, and scientists have found that at least some of the traditional folk uses have merit. Organic cider vinegar is raw and non-pasteurized. It contains the “mother,” or natural yeast…
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A Study says Students with Higher Iqs are less likely to be Sexually Active – Disagree
My understanding of the mysterious and unpredictable world of sexual activity requires me to disagree with the position that students with higher IQs are less likely to be sexually active. I do not believe this could be the outcome of…
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Calculation of Calories to Lose Weight
January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Some experts suggest that low-calorie diets are the only way to induce weight loss. Others say that eating only certain foods will provide the best weight loss results. With all the diet plans and weight loss aids on the…
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Ways to Find Closure after a Breakup
You’ve spent many nights awake grieving over your ex. However, you know that this has to change so that you can get on with your life. Your ex has gotten on with his life, he even has started dating again,…
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Causes of Eye Inflammation
Eye inflammation is caused by a variety of conditions. Allergies, defective tear production, infections, skin conditions and eye trauma can provoke eye inflammation and related symptoms such as redness, excessive tearing and light sensitivity. While some causes of eye inflammation…
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Knee Replacement Exercises After Surgery
Knee replacement exercises after surgery are necessary in order for you to gain the best results from your new joint. The exercises have the purpose of strengthening and stretching your knee’s supporting muscles including the quadriceps, hamstrings and buttocks. Consult…
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At-Home Weight Loss Workouts
January 2, 2014 At-Home Weight Loss Workouts
You do not have to belong to a gym to achieve an effective workout. Weight loss occurs when you burn more calories than you consume. Any physical activity helps you burn calories. Exercise also assists in the development of lean…
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“The New Biology”–The Biology of Belief
If you haven’t heard, this just in: There is a revolution underway within the scientific community that is radically changing the way we think about our bodies and our physical health. This revolution is being fueled by the work of…
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What Do the Results for Blood Pregnancy Tests Show?
January 2, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Any type of pregnancy test, including urine and blood, work by measuring a specific hormone in a woman’s body that is only present during pregnancy. WomensHealth.gov, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services website, calls this hormone the pregnancy…
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Lifestyle Changes Improve Health and Well-Being of Cancer Survivors
The Facts The National Cancer Institute estimates that there were over 10.8 million cancer survivors living in the United States in 2004 (the most recent data from the American Cancer Society “Facts and Figures 2008”). That number had more than…
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Understanding the Importance of Safer Sex
The Importance of Safer Sex OK, this is not the most exciting topic out there when it comes to sex and I know you are all probably tired of getting the safe sex lecture every where you go. But the…
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Steps to Handling Conflict
Conflict is an inevitable, and sometimes necessary, part of relationships. Whether at home or at work, knowing how to properly handle conflict can help you diffuse it quickly and to the benefit of everyone involved. Understand that conflict isn’t always…
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How to Avoid getting Back together with an ex
Life is full of ups and downs, good times and bad. Having a stable partner and a healthy relationship provides comfort during unfortunate circumstances. Human beings are naturally social creatures, and thus it can be tempting to seek comfort in…
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About Zone Nutrition Bars
January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Zone Perfect all-natural nutrition bars come in four types–Classic, Fruitified, Dark and Indulgence. Among these four types there are also numerous flavor choices. For this reason, nutritional values vary for each specific bar, as different ingredients are used to…
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Vitamins to Help the Nails Grow
January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Nails are a horn-like envelope the covers the top of the fingers or toes. Nails are made up of a protein called keratin, similar to claws on animals. A deficiency in vitamins can cause nails to look unhealthy. Keeping nails…
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Cleaning your Sex Toy
Cleaning Your Sex Toys OK, so you’ve got this great sex toy and you can’t wait to use it. But let’s keep it clean! Cleaning your sex toys properly is important for several reasons. First, you do not want to…
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Horsetail Grass Benefits
January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Horsetail is botanically know as Equisetum arvense, a member of the Equisetaceae family that, according to the Oregon State University, dates back more than 200 million years to the Carboniferous period. Roman physician Galen was one of the first practitioners…
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Dramatic Weight Loss Tips
An all inclusive program of diet, cardio exercise and strength training is necessary to enjoy dramatic weight loss results. You may know that you need this trio of lifestyle modifications as part of any weight loss program. However, there are…
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Tips on Losing Weight by Boxing
Boxing is a sport that requires participants to be in top physical condition. If a boxer is going to be inside a ring against someone who is attempting to punch him with power and ferocity, he needs to be in…
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Amlodipine Besylate Tabs Side Effects
Amlodipine besylate tabs improve blood flow by relaxing blood vessels in order to treat angina and high blood pressure. Amlopidine is the active ingredient that is combined with the salt besylate. The drug is one of a group called calcium…
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Negative Effects of Computers on Young Children
January 2, 2014 Negative Effects of Computers on Young Children
In this day and age it is essential that young children know how to use a computer because they are so much a part of our lifestyle and employment options, but it is equally essential that you and your child…
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4 Common Golf Injuries
1. Injuries? In golf? Golf may seem like a low-impact, low-risk sport, yet golfers are still susceptible to various injuries. These injuries can be either cumulative (overuse) or acute (traumatic) injuries. One recent study showed that during a 2-year period,…
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Orange Peels Reduce Melanoma Risk
According to the American Cancer Society Facts and Figures, the most common, serious form of skin cancer is melanoma. While you can take many preventative measures, such as limiting exposure to the sun and wearing sunscreen, you also can reduce…
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Crib Safety Issues
Putting your baby to sleep at night shouldn’t have to be a stressful or worrisome time. Even so, every year almost 35 babies in the United States die as a result of injuries sustained in a crib, according to the…
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