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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3 Ways to Assess Body Mass Index
December 30, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Good Ol’ Pencil and Paper Knowing your body mass index is a great way to track your health. If you like to do things the old fashion way, then this method to assess body mass index (BMI) is for…
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How Does Cayenne Pepper Help in Digestion?
Overview Cayenne is a powdered spice that made from red hot chili peppers, and you would most likely think that it would too hot to put in your mouth and stomach. Also known as capsicum, cayenne has been called the…
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3 Ways to Treat a Sprained Chest Muscle
1. RICE A common treatment strategy for muscular strain is known as RICE: Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. Rest: Rest your strained chest muscle. This may be difficult since you use your chest muscle for many daily activities. Stop lifting…
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Medicine Ball Training for Basketball
Overview Medicine ball training is a popular training technique for athletes, including basketball players. According to Phil Dyer, head athletic trainer at Caldwell College in Caldwell, New Jersey, participating in a consistent medicine ball training program will improve your basketball…
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Confidence Charlz Dela
December 30, 2013 Communication
Confidence is a very important faculty to be developed in a person. Question: How do you convey confidence to another? The best way to convey confidence is by letting him/her take full responsibility. Part of this, is allowing her to…
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4 Ways to Identify the Symptoms of a Torn Chest Muscle
1. Symptom Check List The first step in identifying a torn chest muscle is to run through a brief symptom checklist. Go through the following questions and answer yes or no. If your response is “sometimes,” count that as a…
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Belly Fat Tips
Getting rid of belly fat, also known as visceral fat, is no easy endeavor. The primary ways to blast away fat in the abdominal region are to focus on healthy eating and proper exercise techniques. There’s no way to spot-treat…
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Ways to Lose Pounds
December 30, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Having excess pounds on your body can not only cause you to feel self-conscious, but it can also raise your risk for multiple health problems. According to the University of California San Francisco Medical Center, being obese can raise your…
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Proper Kegel Exercises
December 30, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
In 1948, Dr. Arnold Kegel developed the exercises that bear his name in an effort to help women control incontinence after giving birth. Medline Plus says the exercises are designed to strengthen pelvic floor muscles and are still recommended today…
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3 Ways to Diagnose Teenage Obesity
1. Body Mass Index One of the easier and most accurate ways to diagnose teenage obesity is to calculate their body mass index (BMI). This is done by first collecting their weight and height. It is important these numbers are…
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The Best Practices for Verbal Communication
December 30, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Most of us have played the game “telephone,” which helps us understand how difficult it can be to verbalize a simple message to another person. Sometimes during verbal communication, a message can get translated incorrectly by the receiver. Mind Tools…
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The Power of Words
December 30, 2013 Communication
The pen is mightier than the sword. And it is true. Weapons may wound the body, but words wound even more. If one looks back through history, change within society – for the good or bad – came about because of…
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Sea Water Health Benefits
December 30, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Drinking water straight from the sea can be unsafe, especially when that water is polluted. However, according to The Natural Ingredient Resource Center, drinking clean and purified sea water has numerous therapeutic benefits. Europeans have used salt and sea water…
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What Is Siberian Ginseng Good for?
December 30, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Siberian ginseng, also known as Eleutherococcus senticosus or eleuthero, is a plant used in traditional medicine in Russia and China. Its roots contain chemical compounds called eleutherosides, which appear to increase the effectiveness of your immune system. Potential uses…
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The Impact of Technology on Relationships
December 30, 2013 Communication
Technology and relationships- there are a lot of books written on this subject. This is because technology has always had an impact on relationships, they are closely connected- both for good and for bad. What is actually the impact that…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Cognitive Characteristics of Early Childhood
December 30, 2013 Children's Health
1. Executive Function Begins Executive function is a collection of skills that connect cognitive processes with activities, like making plans and executing them successfully or even just paying attention to what someone else is saying. Early childhood is a time…
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Items That Can Be Recycled
According to a 2008 report by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. recycling rate is about 33 percent. While this shows some improvement over previous years, there are many steps we can take to increase recycling and reduce…
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Genesis Tower of Babel God Marital Relationship Listener United Nations Language
December 30, 2013 Communication
In the Book of Genesis, Chapter 11:1-9, the story of the Tower of Babel is told. What is said is that men moved eastward, found the plain of Shinar and built a city there with a tower. This tower was…
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Jiu Jitsu Self Defense Techniques
Jiujitsu is a fighting system that was developed in Japan for warfare from the 12th to the 19th centuries. It has since become a martial art that is widely practiced all over the world. Jiujitsu teaches numerous techniques that can…
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Top-Rated Weight Loss Programs
December 30, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
There are so many weight loss programs from which to choose that prospective dieters often wonder whether there is one that really works. The answer depends on the individual because everyone has a different metabolism and different weight loss goals….
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Benefits of Socializing with co Workers
December 30, 2013 Communication
Socializing with co-workers has many potential benefits, both for your personal life and your professional life. Some care must always be taken when choosing to mingle with colleagues socially, but the benefits can far outweigh any potential risks. It’s a…
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Belly Exercises at Home
There are so many ways to buff your belly, tone your tummy or activate your abs without having to invest in expensive equipment or waste gas money driving to the nearest gym. In fact, one of the best overall ab…
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Ingredients in a Slimming Body Wrap
December 30, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Spas use body wraps to allow ingredients and botanicals to penetrate deeper into the skin. The body is usually dry-brushed or exfoliated, ingredients are spread all over the body and then the body is wrapped, producing heat for better product…
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Normal Total Testosterone Level
Overview A total testosterone test, also known simply as a testosterone test, is a procedure that measures the levels of testosterone present in the blood of men or women. Doctors can use the test to help diagnose a number of…
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Foot Therapy Exercises
According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, the following medical conditions can cause you to experience foot pain: arthritis (especially osteoarthritis), diabetes, fracture, obesity and pregnancy, as well as some medications. Other possible causes of foot pain include ill-fitting…
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3 Ways to Learn Zone Pilates
1. Self Study For those who are a shy about learning a new physical activity, self-study may be the best way for learning Zone Pilates. Pilates DVDs and VHS tapes are inexpensive and effective. You can bring the world’s greatest…
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Comparison of K2 Skis
Overview The K2 Ski Co. is one of the most versatile manufacturers in the winter sport equipment market. They produce skis for racers, powder skiers, Telemark skiers and terrain park enthusiasts. K2 makes a unisex, a male-specific and female-specific model…
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Weight Room Activities
A weight room has the ultimate benefit of convenience. It is located indoors, stacked with equipment, and away from the weather. Within a weight room, you will find yourself surrounded by free-weights and machines. It is easy to feel overwhelmed….
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Calcium Supplement for Milk Allergy
December 30, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Getting enough calcium from food alone can be challenging if you have a milk allergy. Even individuals who eat dairy products sometimes supplement with calcium to prevent deficiency and frail bones. Fortunately, most calcium supplements are relatively inexpensive and…
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What Causes Atrophy of the Brain?
The University of Connecticut Health Center states that almost everyone experiences atrophy of the brain, also called cerebral atrophy. Atrophy of the brain changes the structuring of the brain, specifically an enlargement of the sulci which are the indents on…
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