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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Home Remedy for Psoriasis on the Elbow
December 29, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes rapid buildup of cells on your skin’s surface, creating thick, silvery scales and itchy, rough red patches on skin, as well as painful cracking. Psoriasis can occur anywhere on your body, and…
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Disscussing Sex
December 29, 2013 Communication
When will women realise that men don’t want to have in depth conversations about relationships and sex. Men like to live life not discuss it. it has occurred to me that this is how life should be, for once I…
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Ab Exercises for Lower Back Problems
Weak ab and lower back muscles allow for back strain and increase the chances of a soft tissue injury. Conversely, exercises used to develop strong muscles in these areas will lower the risk of injury and may help treat existing…
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Bipolar Disorder Checklist
December 28, 2013 Mental Health
Overview The two disorders are bipolar I and bipolar II, according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, DSM. The National Institute of Mental Health estimates bipolar disorders affect approximately 5.7 million adults per year, with the median…
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What Food to Take on a Camping Trip
Overview One of the most important rules of camping is to always bring enough food. If you venture into the wild with the plan of hunting, fishing and/or foraging for your food, you could find yourself in a world of…
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Demulen 30 Side Effects
December 28, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
The brand-name oral contraceptive Demulen 30, known generically as ethynodiol and ethinyl estradiol, may be prescribed for the prevention of pregnancy. Estrogen and progestin make up this oral contraceptive, according to Drugs.com. While contraceptives taken orally may prevent pregnancy more…
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Uses for Calcium Chloride
December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Calcium chloride is one of the most versatile chemicals available. Used in medical treatments and as a de-icer for winter roads, in recreational pools and industrial brine refrigeration, this simple chemical compound is involved in many complicated processes. Medication Calcium…
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How Are Nose Piercings Done?
December 28, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Whether you are getting your nose pierced for aesthetic or spiritual reasons, the procedure may seem daunting to you. Once you are in the piercing room, a professional piercer will explain breathing techniques to help you deal with the…
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Childhood Diabetes Treatments
The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International’s website reports that more than 15,000 children become diagnosed with type 1 diabetes every year in the United States. Type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes, attacks the body’s immune system destroying the…
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How to get your Husband to be more Polite
December 28, 2013 Communication
Though certainly not grounds for divorce, sometimes men can less than polite, usually at the least opportune moment. And though there may be reasons for what he does, it still doesn’t help you, his wife, get through them any easier….
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Amlodipine 2.5 mg Side Effects
Amlodipine, or Norvasc, is a medication in a classification of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. According to Drugs.com, it works by relaxing your blood vessels, lowering blood pressure and decreasing heart rate, which lowers the workload on the heart….
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Causes of Sinus Allergies
Sinus allergies cause congestion, feelings of pressure, discomfort and pain, and a runny nose. Sinus allergies are often confused with cold symptoms, but are characterized by an itching nose or eyes. According to AllergyReliefCenter.com, there are many causes of sinus…
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Signs Boyfriend is Losing Interest
December 28, 2013 Communication
Living in denial can go on for years, but then comes the day when you snap out of it and face the music. Your relationship is in autopilot, and your boyfriend seems to have disconnected a great deal. Sure, you…
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Incurable Lung Diseases
The human body has an astounding capacity to repair and heal itself. However, neither the body nor modern medicine can repair certain conditions and damage to the body. These diseases are incurable. Some incurable lung diseases, such as asthma, are…
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Should a Happy Couple keep Secrets from each other – No
December 28, 2013 Communication
If a couple is keeping secrets from each other then they have little chance for happiness. Honesty is one of the most important elements of a happy relationship. Even little, white lies can have big consequences. It is impossible for…
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Recommended Yoga DVDs
Native to India, yoga started becoming popular in the US in the 1990s. According to Time Magazine, yoga is now practiced by approximately 15 million Americans and is available at 75 percent of all health clubs. Yoga is popular for…
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Is he still into you
December 28, 2013 Communication
Signs your boyfriend is no longer interested Knowing that men and women are factually two different animals, it also reasons that they don’t think the same either. Women tend to be more open with their feelings and more capable of…
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4 Ways to Prevent Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears
1. Understand What the ACL Is The ACL is the anterior cruciate ligament. It is one of four main ligaments of the knee that helps prevent the tibia (a lower leg bone) from moving forward. It is one of the…
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Tactile Activities That Decrease Arousal
December 28, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
It is a well-known truism that the largest sexual organ humans possess is between their ears. The brain controls many aspects of sexual stimulation for men and women. However, the act of intercourse is physical, and there are a number…
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What is Active Listening
Active listening is paying close attention to what another is saying, offering feedback to ensure you heard the speakers words correctly, acknowledging the speakers feelings and asking questions, when appropriate, to encourage further conversation. Poor listening habits, such as interrupting…
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Cider Vinegar Cures for Nail Fungus
December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Nail fungus can be a source of embarrassment, preventing you you from wearing sandals or showing your feet. If you have been diagnosed with onychomycosis, prescription drugs are available to help cure your condition. However, these drugs are hard on…
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Should Couples keep Secrets from each other – No
December 28, 2013 Communication
How can you expect to have a successful relationship if there is no trust? Trust leaves no room for secrets within a relationship. Some secrets are kept out of fear. Fear that the person we love will find out we…
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Home Remedies for Yeast Infections in Men
Yeast infections, also referred to as candidiasis, are caused by an overgrowth of a type fungus called candida. They are often caused by prolonged antibiotic use, diabetes, an impaired immune system, (as may occur in those with HIV), and unprotected…
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5 Things You Need to Know About What Causes Rheumatoid Arthritis
December 28, 2013 Senior Health
1. Check Your Genes While the direct cause of rheumatoid arthritis is unknown, several factors can cause you to be more prone to getting it. According to research, there is a correlation to being at more of a risk of…
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How to Get Rid of a Cold Sore Within a Day
Overview Cold sores are small blisters caused by the herpes simplex virus. They are itchy, painful, irritating and unattractive. Cold sores—also knows as fever blisters—usually heal on their own within a week, but sometimes you need to cure them fast….
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A List of the Stages of Grief
December 28, 2013 Senior Health
Elisabeth Kubler Ross, in her studies of dying patients, found they had similar responses to facing terminal illness. Although Dr. Kubler-Ross termed these reactions the five stages of grief in her classic book, “On Death and Dying,” they are not…
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Three Major Parts of the Cardiovascular System
The cardiovascular system, also known as the circulatory system, transports nutrients, oxygen and water to all the cells in the body. The cardiovascular system consists of the heart, the blood vessels and the blood. The heart works as the motor,…
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Side Effects of Garlic Supplement
Garlic has been used as a spice and an herbal remedy for thousands of years, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Garlic is full of antioxidants that help eliminate free radicals, which are waste products created in the…
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7 Most Effective Self-Defense Techniques
You do not need to be a martial arts expert to effectively defend yourself. The most effective self-defense techniques are straight forward, easy to perform and can be implemented by any able-bodied person. Effective self defense is powered by knowledge,…
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Reasons for Blood Sugar to Be High
High blood sugar, or hyperglycemia, is caused when glucose in the blood is not able to be used by cells for energy. The American Heart Association wants people at risk for high blood sugar to know the primary signs–excessive thirst…
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