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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Valentines Day for him
December 28, 2013 Communication
Many people think of Valentine’s Day as a holiday for women. It would be nice if ladies would take some time and make event really special for their man. Really, put some thought into the activities of the day. Remember…
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Teen Weight Loss Secrets
December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Teen obesity is a growing problem, with overweightteen.com reporting that nearly one in five teens is overweight, many of them in the obese range. Eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia affects as many as 3 percent of women, according…
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Water Exercises for a Swimming Pool
Take a trip into your past and plan on spending hours in the swimming pool this summer. Aquatic exercise has well documented benefits that include improved aerobic fitness and strength, lower-impact training suitable and beneficial to those with joint related…
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Asperger’s Disease Symptoms
December 28, 2013 Children's Health
Asperger’s disease is a pervasive developmental disorder that is typically diagnosed in early childhood. Symptoms of Asperger’s are behavioral, not cognitive, and persist throughout one’s lifetime. People with Asperger’s are socially awkward which makes it difficult for them to integrate…
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How to Determine if a Dating Personals Site has your Safety in Mind
Online dating sites have become more and more popular in the recent years and learning to be safe when posting profiles on them has become an important issue. Anyone with a computer can access most dating sites and sometimes obtain…
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Types of Lung Bacteria
The lower portions of the lungs are normally sterile, that is, free of bacteria. When normal lung defenses fail, bacteria can infect the lungs, causing pneumonia. While most people recover from pneumonia, it can be life threatening. According to the…
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3 Ways to Treat the Stomach Flu
1. Stay Hydrated Diarrhea is a common symptom of the stomach flu. Being in and out of the restroom will have you losing a lot of fluids, which make it absolutely vital that you stay hydrated. Drinking water will help,…
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How to tell your Spouse you were Laid off
December 28, 2013 Communication
It is not easy to be laid off and on top of all that to have to inform your spouse about it. It is a challenge to put it into right wording in order to communicate this unfortunate message to…
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Weight Loss With Hot Yoga
Overview Yoga offers a variety of both physical and psychological benefits that can help you lose weight, according to Yoga Journal medical editor Dr. Timothy McCall. Even yoga practices that don’t burn high levels of calories can help with weight…
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What Are the Treatments for Alcohol Dependency?
Alcoholism affects 17.6 million Americans, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Symptoms include craving, dependence, tolerance and loss of control. There are several types of treatment for alcohol addiction. Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous® (AA) is a…
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Can too much Complaining Hurt a Relationship – Yes
December 28, 2013 Communication
Too much complaining can definitely wreak havoc on a relationship. It results in a negative atmosphere which will cause undue stress. While complaining about something may feel like a stress reliever, the truth is that you are only trading one…
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About Impotency in a Man
Overview The development and maintenance of an erection requires mental or physical stimulation of the penis, which causes blood to rush into a structure called the corpus cavernosum. The blood is then trapped by tissue called the tunica albuginea to…
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Colorectal Cancer Complications
Colorectal cancer is a common malignancy throughout the world in both men and women. It is third-leading cause of cancer related deaths in both genders, according to the American Cancer Society. It is most often diagnosed in the sixth decade…
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What Are Side Effects From Taking Metformin?
Metformin, or glucophage, is a medication used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Metformin helps control the amount of glucose in the blood by decreasing the amount of glucose absorbed from food and the amount of glucose made by…
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Foods With Anti-Inflammatory Properties
December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The redness, pain and swelling associated with inflammation is often treated with over-the-counter medications such as Advil or prescription drugs which have anti-inflammatory actions to help reduce these symptoms. Use of these medications was cited in the August 17, 2009…
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Little League Baseball Exercises
Little League baseball can be a memorable experience for all youngsters. By playing on an organized team, they can learn how to play the game, understand the value of teamwork, know what it takes to compete and participate in an…
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Why Is it Hard for People to Stop Smoking?
Overview Smoking is an addiction that afflicts many people and leads to major health problems for the smokers and those close to them. Even though the dangers of smoking have been established and the popularity of smoking has decreased, it…
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Jubril Agoro Shares His Story: Helping Others Live Strong
Jubril Agoro is doing his best to help others live strong in his Chicago community. When Jubril was 12 years old, a friend of the family took him to a Bulls basketball game. Jubril recounts that experience as one of…
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Flat Stomach Exercises at Home
Training the stomach, or abdominal muscles, at home is simpler than it seems. Equipment is not needed, except for the possible pad or mat to use for added comfort or support. The only space necessary is enough room for your…
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Aerobics Videos for Beginners
Overview Aerobics videos are a good resource for beginning or restarting your fitness journey. You can exercise in the comfort of your own home without the intimidation of other fit individuals or the embarrassment of not knowing quite what to…
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Betrayal of the Mind
December 28, 2013 Crisis Support
What is your greatest fear? If you had been abused as a child perhaps one of your greatest fears would be to be out of control. After all, as a child you were out of control, and look what happened….
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Letting the Past go – No
December 28, 2013 Communication
We have a past so that we can move through our present to get to our future. Why do we always live in the past and still say we are moving forward or moving on with our life? If you…
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Vegetarian Cooking Tips
December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Whether you’re a vegetarian for health, for the love of animals or other reasons, it can be tough sometimes to prepare a well-balanced, nutritious diet that’s also appealing to the taste buds. Vegetarianism calls for eliminating meat from the diet,…
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Dangerous Relationship
December 28, 2013 Communication
Dangerous relationships aren’t just physically abusive. Often the mental and emotional abuse is more debilitating. A ‘cheater’ can be dangerous with the increased risk of disease. If your partner is putting you in harm’s way, you owe it to yourself…
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Cervical Spine Surgery Types
Cervical spine surgery focuses on the part of the spine that passes through the neck. It can treat existing damage to the spinal cord and the nerves around it, as well as strengthen the spine to help prevent further damage….
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Refuse to Forgive Moving on
December 28, 2013 Communication
Is there someone out there who refuses to forgive you for something bad that you did to him or her? There are many things that you can do about this. You will learn what to do about someone not forgiving…
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Safety of Bleaching Teeth
Overview About 15 percent of people in the United States have bleached their teeth, according to the Consumer Guide to Dentistry. It can be an effective way to improve the appearance of teeth that have become discolored over time because…
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Raw Apple Cider Vinegar Health Benefits
December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Raw apple cider vinegar is a time-tested folk remedy. It’s made with raw apple juice in a two-step fermenting process. The pasteurized apple cider vinegar available in grocery stores is a pale imitation of raw apple cider vinegar, because it…
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The Best Ways to Improve Interpersonal Communication
The University of Northern Iowa defines interpersonal communication as “communicating ‘one on one’ with other human beings” and describes successful communication as including the ability to predict “how the other person will understand and react to you.” Interpersonal communication contains…
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How Your Own Self Discipline Improves Your Positive Thinking
December 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview In a world filled with temptations, distractions and negativity, it can be an uphill battle to find self-discipline and a positive attitude. The world, however, is filled with people who have overcome massive odds, and oppressive situations to achieve…
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