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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How to Get Rid of Brown Spots of Face
January 2, 2014 How to Get Rid of Brown Spots of Face
Overview The brown spots on your face are called age spots, and they form when you expose your skin to direct sunlight for long periods of time, increasing the amount of melanin in your skin cells. While age spots can…
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Alternative Cough Remedies
Normal coughing keeps your throat clear and helps get rid of mucous or other irritants, though chronic coughing may signify a more serious underlying condition. The University of Maryland Medical Center recommends consulting a physician if your cough lasts longer…
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How to get an ex Boyfriend out of your System
It was great while it lasted, but now time and circumstance have intervened, things have changed, and your boyfriend is now your ex-boyfriend. How to put him out of mind and move on? South Pacific character Nellie Forbush’s approach—“I’m Gonna…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow
1. Know the Signs Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is an overuse injury caused by degeneration of the tendon fibers that attach to the bony prominence (epicondyle) on the outside (lateral side) of the elbow. These tendons are attached to the…
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What Are the Benefits of Verbal Communication?
January 2, 2014 What Are the Benefits of Verbal Communication?
Verbal communication is the act of transmitting messages between two or more people through spoken word. Speech is a tool you can use to illustrate your thoughts, beliefs and observations to another human being. Verbal communication, however, is more than…
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Hand Warmup Exercises
The hands, wrists and finger joints, are often skipped when warming up, but they’re essential for proper grip and joint protection. Taking your hands, wrists and fingers through full range of motion exercises before working out, playing sports or working…
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Why being Single is Great
Human beings are inherently social creatures. They enjoy hanging out with others, making each other laugh, and having others to talk to and discuss their lives. While being social is very important, some people feel that they need to be in relationships…
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Olive Oil Reduces Cancer Risk
January 2, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Next time you reach for a bottle of olive oil be assured that you’re adding more than just delicious flavor, texture and aroma to your meal. Olive oil should be one of the first food items you consider when it…
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Reasons for Drastic Weight Loss
January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Drastic weight loss is often an indication that something’s wrong with the body. In most cases, drastic weight loss indicates a health problem, according to MedLine Plus, a website of the National Institutes of Health. MedLine recommends contacting a doctor…
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Oral Hygiene in Children
Overview Once a child masters good oral hygiene habits, it can set the stage for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums, according to the American Dental Association. While regular dental checkups are a vital part of preventative oral health,…
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Together Time is Great Private Time is Neccesary
January 2, 2014 Relationships and Family - Other
There is something that is often forgotten when talking about personal relationships. Each relationship is an intricate dance between two people. Their dance is like no other. They bring steps and ideas that others may not understand or even tolerate….
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Romantic Ways to Show your Love
While there are many ways to show your significant other exactly how much he/she matters to you, showing affection in a romantic way can be very easy as long as you remember one simple guideline: make sure the gesture is…
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High Adrenal Cortisol Symptoms
January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
If the tissues within the body become exposed to abnormally high levels of cortisol–a hormone produced by the adrenal glands in the kidneys–a patient can develop a condition called Cushing’s syndrome. This rare condition most frequently develops in patients between…
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Obese & Overweight People
January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview According to the World Health Order (WHO), more than one billion adults are overweight and at least 300 million of them are obese. Since overweight and obesity contribute to multiple potentially fatal diseases, it’s important to understand what leads…
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Reasons why not to get Back together with your ex
There are many reasons some people want to get back together with their exes. These are also the same reasons people should not get back together with their exes. With the dating world becoming more and more complex, people have…
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Arizona Marriage & Divorce Laws
Divorce law in Arizona is governed by the provisions of Title 25 of the Arizona Code. These statutory provisions establish the two types of divorces that can be pursued in the state. In addition, these laws direct the manner in…
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Remedies for Chest Cold & Cough
A chest cold or bronchitis can last for weeks or months. A cough can be accompanied by a sore throat and chest, fatigue, fever, runny nose, watery eyes and shortness of breath. It is important to treat a chest cold…
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Causes of Sore Muscles and Joints
Occasional irritation from muscle and joint soreness occurs in most people now and then. Pain, aching and soreness may develop anywhere in the body or localize depending on the source. Localized soreness often results from stress and overuse of the…
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What Is the Divorce Law in Georgia?
Overview Ending a marriage is a life-changing event that can be brought on for many reasons. Regardless of the cause, divorce can be very stressful and elicit an array of emotions. During this strenuous time, it is best to keep…
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The Medications for an Inner Ear Disorder
An inner ear disorder, also known as otitis media, refers to an infection that affects the inner ear. The University of Maryland Medical Center says that this typically occurs, at one time or another, in 75 percent of all children….
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Complications of Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
January 1, 2014 Complications of Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
Total shoulder arthroplasty involves implanting a prosthetic device to replace the bones that make up the ball and socket shoulder joint. The indications for a total shoulder arthroplasty include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, post-traumatic arthritis, osteonecrosis and a previously failed shoulder…
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Alternatives to Scoliosis Surgery
Scoliosis, also known as curvature of the spine, affects approximately 6 million people in the United States. Scoliosis refers to curvatures that are side-to-side and of an angle greater than 10 degrees in magnitude. Typically beginning between the ages of…
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Remedies for Congestion in Infants
January 1, 2014 Remedies for Congestion in Infants
While nasal congestion is just a nuisance for adults, it can cause serious complications for infants. It can interfere with eating, and some babies will experience breathing problems. The Food and Drug Administration does not recommend that children under 2…
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Great Friendships in Movies
January 1, 2014 Friends and Peers
Friendship is one of those things in life that everyone can relate to. It just makes sense that so many amazing movies focus on friendship. Some movies focus on the friendship as it is challenged and strengthened. Others celebrate the…
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3 Ways to Be Proactive About Preventing Birth Defects
1. Understand Structural Birth Defects Birth defects are abnormalities present at the time of a baby’s birth. They occur in approximately 3 percent of pregnancies. When some part of the baby’s body did not form correctly or completely, this is…
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The Science behind Sex Appeal
You see a woman walking across the street that catches your eye. You don’t know what it is, but you just can’t keep your eyes off of her. She is dressed in light brown shorts and a white tank top….
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Ending a co Dependent Relationship in a Healthy way
Ending a co-dependent relationship in a healthy manner isn’t easy. Many co-dependent individuals are totally tied up in the idea of the relationship and being the “everything” to the other person, when things need to end and they aren’t happy…
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Amlodipine Maleate Side Effects
Amlodipine maleate relaxes blood vessels to improve blood flow as a medication to treat angina and high blood pressure. Amlopidine is the active ingredient combined with the salt maleate. The drug is one of a group known as calcium channel…
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Easy Ways to Help Get Pregnant
Fertility awareness offers several methods to help women get pregnant quickly and easily. These methods can help a woman understand her fertility signs, and identify her most fertile days each month. But even the most diligent fertility tracker must take…
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Rev it Up: Exercises You Can Perform at Stop Lights
OK. I have been living in LA for a while. No matter where you live you probably know that many of us are in our cars WAY too much and it got me thinking… what kind of workout could you…
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