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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Tips on Child Therapists
If your child is struggling, you’ll do whatever it takes to help her. The problem could be an emotional, physical, social or behavioral one. You may not know exactly how to select the best therapist to help resolve her specific…
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What Are the Side Effects of Omeprazole?
Omeprazole, the generic of Prilosec, is a medication in a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors. According to Medline, prescription omeprazole is used alone or with other medications to treat ulcers, which are sores in the lining of…
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What Are the Dangers of the Ambien Sleeping Pill?
December 27, 2013 Mental Health
Many people often have difficulty initiating and maintaining sleep. Several effective medications can relieve these sleep problems. According to the 2007 edition of the “Top 200 Prescription Drugs,” Ambien is a commonly prescribed sleep aid. This drug, however, has been…
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Reasons for Elevated Creatinine Levels
December 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Creatinine results from a metabolic breakdown of creatine phosphate, an amino acid compound used in skeletal muscle contraction. According to the “Mosby’s Manual of Diagnostic and Laboratory Tests,” the daily production of creatine and creatinine depends on a person’s muscle…
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10 Tips to Lose Weight Fast
December 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Losing weight is not an overnight process, but many people want immediate results. The media bombards you with fad diets and pills that claim to give you immediate weight loss, but if they do work, the weight typically comes back…
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How to handle a disagreement with your wife
December 27, 2013 Communication
If you have a miscommunication issue with your wife, chances are that you are on different wavelengths. It’s a common communication problem between men and women. They think differently. They approach life differently, and the differences between them will get…
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Communication Differences between Men and Women
December 27, 2013 Communication
The title of this article seems to imply that there actually are, always, different communication styles between men and women. Communication styles don’t actually have anything to do with gender. Until children are taught otherwise they communicate well with one…
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Amount of Calories to Lose 3 Pounds a Week
December 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Doctors typically recommend that you lose weight at a rate no greater than 1 to 2 lbs. a week, according to Dr. Donald Hensrud, a preventive medicine specialist at the Mayo Clinic. But faster weight loss, such as 3…
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Marriage Laws in the U.S.
Overview In the United States, all but two states require a couple to be 18 years of age in order to marry without parental consent. Neb. requires that a couple be 19 years old, and Miss. requires that the couple…
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How to Get Rid of Peeling Skin on Face From Sunburn
Overview Sunburns are not only painful reminders of too much sun, they also can cause excessive skin peeling as the top layer of damaged skin is removed. The face is one particular area of the body that is prone to…
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Why Are You Gaining Weight When You Work Out Every Day?
December 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview You’ve been working out religiously for several months, but the needle on the scale is moving in the wrong direction. Or perhaps you’ve been seeing results from your workout, but suddenly you seem to be gaining weight that’s offsetting…
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Types of Drugs
In 2006, doctors wrote over 2.3 billion drug prescriptions for patients in physicians’ offices, hospital outpatient departments and hospital emergency departments, as recorded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Of these drugs, the most common type in all…
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Weight Loss Spas for Adults
December 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
For those with healthy bank accounts, weight loss can be more luxury than drudgery. World-class health spas combine nutrition and exercise with resort surroundings, spa treatments and a high staff-to-guest ratio that ensures personal attention. A stay at these spas…
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Communication Issues when its better to say nothing
December 27, 2013 Communication
There are many who would say the answer to this question is “always.” Then there are those who can’t fathom that there would ever be a time not to talk. Probably the best answer falls somewhere in between. For those…
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Gym Weight Exercise Programs
December 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Gym weight exercise programs will help you reach your fitness goals using a variety of resistance training equipment. Resistance training encompasses any machine or equipment you use that provides a force against your muscles. Use the equipment at your local…
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Creative Ways to Conserve Water
December 27, 2013 Creative Ways to Conserve Water
If you’re concerned with going green, you likely already know the basics of saving water, like limiting showers and baths, and installing energy-efficient appliances. If you live in an apartment, dorm or other place where you can’t make changes to…
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Causes of Pain and Tingling in the Feet
Most people are familiar with a pins-and-needles sensation in the feet from sitting cross legged for long periods. The feeling signals the body to change positions. In extremely cold temperatures, tingling and stinging pain in the feet and toes may…
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Collagen Facial Treatments
December 27, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
It’s human nature to want to maintain the healthy glow of youth for as long as we can, even as we get older. Unfortunately–like most things–maintaining youth is much easier said than done. Plastic surgery options abound, but one of…
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How to recognize a liar
December 27, 2013 Communication
David Buller and Judee Burgoon’s Interpersonal Deception Theory presents the idea that behaviors cannot be isolated to determine deception. Instead they must be viewed holistically. There are classic indicators of deception: avoiding eye contact, nervousness, excessive blinking. But these signs…
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Extreme Weight Loss & Fat Burning
Overview Fitness has seen many trends throughout the years. One of today’s hot topics is extreme fitness. Most of these programs are geared toward fitness enthusiasts because this type of routine will turn the fit into super-fit. What is Extreme…
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Female Orgasm – Positions for Maximum Pleasure
December 27, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
In order for you and your partner to reach orgasm, the conditions must be correct for you and your partner. In addition, both partners must be relaxed and in a comfortable setting. The psychological aspect of sex is also important…
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What Exercises Can I Do for My Injured Calf Muscle?
The muscles between the knee and ankle on the back side of the body are often called the calves. The “calf” muscle is actually two muscles, the gastrocnemius (gastroc) and soleus. The gastroc runs from above the knee to the…
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High Triglyceride Levels
December 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview High levels of triglycerides, one of two major fats in your blood, are a major risk factor in premature heart disease, heart attacks and strokes, according to “What Are Triglycerides,” a chapter in “Controlling Cholesterol.” You can reduce your…
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How Does Hypnotism Cure Insomnia?
Overview Insomnia is defined as the inability to fall asleep or stay asleep. According to the Cleveland Clinic, 50 percent of the population suffers from occasional insomnia, and 10 percent struggle with chronic sleeplessness. Stress, worries or the fear of…
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When no one in the family says they are sorry
December 27, 2013 Communication
As in any situation, it is important to apologize when you have done something wrong to a family member. If no one in a family will apologize, there are many consequences that will follow. Often times, families in which no…
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What Are the Side Effects of Quercetin?
Quercetin is an antioxidant-containing food and plant component that is touted for treatment of allergies, bladder and prostate disorders and even cancer. Quercetin in foods such as apples, cherries, red wine and lettuces may provide antihistamine and anti-inflammatory effects; quercetin…
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What Are the Benefits of Tea Tree Oil Shampoo?
December 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The primary ingredient of tea tree shampoo is the tea tree essential oil. According to research by the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon Sate University, the oil is extracted from a shrub native to Australia and New Zealand. When concentrated,…
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What Is Peppermint Oil Good For?
Overview The brisk, cool smell of peppermint and the tingle it leaves on your tongue allude to the possibility that this popular herb might have medicinal properties. Peppermint oil, derived from the leaves of the plant, is known as an…
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The nastier side of Facebook
December 27, 2013 Communication
As a social networking website with over one billion active users, Facebook is an exceptionally powerful platform for communication. With the site’s continuous updates to remain fresh and relevant, Facebook has infiltrated and anchored its way into the social lives…
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GYN Stuff
Overview In order for women to achieve a high level of physical and mental well-being, they must play an active role in their health care. A passive approach to GYN health can be especially detrimental. Staying in-tune with your body…
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