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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Breathing Exercises to Stay Calm
It is inevitable that life will sometimes stress you out. Anxiety, irritation, and nervousness are normal, but interventions such as breathing exercises can help calm your body and mind. Breathing exercises directly affect your nervous system by relaxing your muscles…
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Adrenal Supplements
For two small glands, the adrenals have a massive effect on the body. From regulating energy levels to maintaining blood glucose, and from controlling mood to immune system function, the adrenal glands impact the way an individual functions in daily…
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Yoga Exercises for Reducing Weight
Yoga workouts consist of physical poses, breathing and relaxation techniques. Yoga, like any other physical exercise, improves muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility levels. Additional benefits include higher energy levels and higher metabolism, the ability to burn calories. Weight loss…
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Achilles Tendonitis & Running
January 1, 2014 Achilles Tendonitis & Running
Overview Running provides a great workout because it can burn a lot of calories and it keeps your heart and lungs strong. However, running can be tough on the body and cause injuries if precautions are not taken. One common…
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The Effects of Tea Tree Oil in Shampoos
January 1, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Tea tree essential oil comes to us from the Australian tree Melaleuca alternifolia. Once considered useful only for brewing a spicy tea, the tree’s leaves took on new significance in the 20th century. Researchers discovered the leaves’ essential oil contains…
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Gastric Cancer Causes
Gastric or stomach cancer is an uncommon type of cancer in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 21,130 new cases of stomach cancer were diagnosed in the United States in 2009, accounting for roughly 1.4 percent…
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Dental Disease Can Predict Risk for Heart Disease
How well you care for your teeth may predict your risk of heart attack. Researchers have described a clear relationship between poor dental hygiene and heart disease. The analysis of a series of studies including over 80,000 patients showed an…
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How to Improve Pace & Stamina
Overview Whether you’re an exercise novice or a longtime fitness buff, you want to make progress toward your workout goals. Pace and stamina are two key indicators of fitness, and increasing them requires a commitment to activities that build endurance….
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Remedies for a Stuffy Nose
Although a stuffy nose is generally not harmful, the condition is uncomfortable and sends many people searching for quick relief. People can ease the discomfort of nasal congestion through home remedies and over-the-counter medications, but should always talk to a…
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Love Relationships Mairrage Couples Advice
Many people are single, and many more are in the process of separating or divorcing leaving us to wonder what went wrong? Why is it that no one seems to be able to hold a relationship together like grandma and…
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Smart Shopping for Milk
As American as apple pie, raw, pasteurized or homogenized milk has a longstanding role in human development. Most parents wouldn’t consider raising their young without cow’s milk to help them grow big and strong. What to Look for There’s the…
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Different Ways to Do Push Ups for Chest Exercise
The push up is a great exercise for building total body strength. Not only does the push up build the muscles of the chest and arms, it also strengthens the core muscles that stabilize your torso. Doing a different variation…
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Are you Obsessed with your ex Boyfriend
So, you’ve been broken up with, or perhaps you finally kicked that jerk out for good? How do you know if you’re still obsessed with your ex? Don’t worry, we’re here to save you! Read on and see if you…
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Aromatherapy Methods
Aromatherapy has been used as a healing art for centuries. According to Janice Cox in her book “Natural Beauty at Home,” the ancient Egyptians used essential oils in medications, incense and perfume, either to heal or to create certain moods….
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Breakup Signs
Seeing someone linger over their breakup for a while is no big surprise. Indeed it’s probably an inevitability, as (depending on the relationship, anyway) you’ve invested a lot of time, energy and emotion into this other person, and severing the…
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Skin Cancer Risk Factors and How to Do a Self-Exam
Research has shown that people with certain risk factors are more likely than others to develop skin cancer. So, it is essential that you know your risks and how to do a self-exam. Risk factors include: •Ultraviolet or UV light…
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Easy Ways to Lose Weight in the Stomach Area
January 1, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
A taut, toned stomach is one of the most sought after characteristics pursued in a weight-loss program. It not only looks good, but melting that fat around the abdomen can lessen the chances of heart disease, some cancers and diabetes….
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How To Do a Skin Self Exam
Think you are too young to get skin cancer? You’re not. In fact, it is important that everyone perform a monthly self skin check. How important? Consider this: * 1 in every 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their…
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10 Easy Steps to Lose Weight
January 1, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Losing weight is no easy task, although there are simple steps you can take in order to make it a much easier process. In a nutshell, weight loss comes down to diet and exercise, but there are all kinds of…
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Tips for Saving Energy at Home
As of 2009, the average American family spends $1,900 annually on home energy costs, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, much of which is wasted. Not only is energy expensive, but the majority of it comes from the burning…
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Tips for Falling in Love
An old song proclaims that “Everybody loves somebody sometimes, everybody falls in love somehow.” Finding true love when and where you least expect it is often portrayed as a magical and effortless triumph. If you haven’t had such good fortune…
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Signs a Relationship is Dead
I must admit now that most couples won’t want to LOOK for signs that their relationship is drawing to a close. Indeed I’m sure many will look the opposite direction, scrambling frantically to find signs that their love will spring…
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5 Things You Need to Know About SPF in Sunscreens
January 1, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
1. Sunscreens block or absorb the sun’s ultraviolet radiation protecting your skin against damage that can lead to skin cancer as well as aging. All sunscreens have an SPF (Sun Protection Factor) rating. They indicate how well the sunscreen protects…
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Tai Chi Exercises for Beginners
Although it originated in Asia, Tai Chi has gained tremendous popularity in western countries. It can offer numerous benefits, including physical strength and toning, improved balance and enhanced mindfulness. It can also provide relief from chronic conditions such as diabetes,…
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Teen Advice Tips for Breaking up and Moving on
Breaking up is never easy so don’t be too hard on yourself! Don’t break up with someone over the phone You should never break up with someone over the phone or by text. Always do it face to face. Whilst…
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Signs you are Obsessed with your ex Boyfriend
How do you know if you are obsessed with your ex? It’s not too hard to figure out, but here are some signs that might confirm your suspicions. Facebook stalking If you check their page more than 5 times a…
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What Is a Podiatrist?
Overview A podiatrist is a doctor specializing in diagnosis and treatment of problems of the feet and ankles. According to the Illinois Podiatric Medical Association, about 13,320 podiatrists currently practice in the U.S., and most hospitals have a podiatric physician…
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Rutin Safety
Overview Rutin is a citrus fruit component that belongs to a class of substances called bioflavonoids. Potential uses of bioflavonoids include support of your blood circulation and the treatment of inflammatory disorders, as well as the treatment of viruses and…
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Modern Dating Etiquette
Overview The dating scene and rules have evolved dramatically over recent decades. Women have stepped into more prominent roles, asking guys out and offering to pay. Technology also has altered the way you approach dating and interact with dates and…
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Smart Shopping for a Nursing Home
Choosing a nursing home can be an emotionally difficult experience, and the selection process can take some time. There are excellent resources in every community provided by the Area Agency on Aging to help you in your search. Medicare pays…
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