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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The Chemical Properties of Kojic Acid
December 24, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
People use kojic acid as a skin bleaching agent. When applied to your skin, it decreases the amount of pigment that your skin produces. Less pigment in your skin means that it will be lighter. Like any chemical, kojic acid…
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How to Forgive your Spouse
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Forgiveness is a crucial component for a successful marriage. Everyone makes mistakes, and learning how to forgive your partner, and ask forgiveness for your own transgressions, will keep resentment and anger from eating away at the foundation of your marital…
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Murine for Ear Wax Removal
Overview According to the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), ear wax removal accounts for more primary care doctor office procedures than any other common ear, nose and throat problem. Ear wax buildup is common for a variety of reasons,…
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Integral Yoga Training
Overview Integral Yoga teaches students in each form of yoga. This includes Hatha Yoga, which includes poses, breathing and diet; Raja Yoga for ethics and meditation; Bhakti Yoga for devotion and spiritual life; Karma Yoga for service to others; Jnana…
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Cellulite & Stretch Marks
December 23, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Dimpled, bumpy thighs or an abdomen with discolored streaks can spoil the look of even the most elegant swimsuit. Women are more prone to cellulite and stretch marks than men. Despite eating healthy diets and exercising regularly, many women…
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Cancer Fighting Benefits of Acai & Mangosteen
December 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Mangosteens and açaí berries are tropical fruits that offer a variety of health benefits. These fruits contain nutrients, such as vitamins A and C, and other compounds, such as phytochemicals, which may be beneficial in protecting against the development of…
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Controlling Spouse
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Different people necessarily define marriage in different ways; healthy relationships are often a function of the models the participants have had in childhood. Despite your own person history it’s not too much to ask to have a spouse that grants…
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The Best Rated Fitness DVDs
Workout DVDs offer an alternative way to exercise at home without the gym. You can find workout videos for almost any genre of fitness. Some examples are kickboxing, strength training, Pilates and even yoga. They provide a method for trying…
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Maca Herb & Fertility
December 23, 2013 Maca Herb & Fertility
Overview Maca, also called Peruvian ginseng, is a member of the cruciferous family. The root of the maca plant has been used medicinally, as an aphrodisiac and fertility enhancer, for centuries in South America. In David Wolfe’s “Superfoods, The Medicine…
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Types of Yoga Moves
Different types of yoga moves provide different benefits. For a balanced and challenging workout, include a variety of postures in your yoga practice, such as standing poses, sitting poses, backbends, forward bends and twists. Learn the proper alignment for any…
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Why a Marriage Stays together after an Affair
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
There can be many reasons why an affair happens, and many reactions to that affair. This article will explain some of the reasons why an affair does not always lead to a divorce. When two people marry, they have stars…
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5 Ways to Consider Pacemaker Implantation
1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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4 Ways to Transition From NutriSystem
1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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How to Forgive your Spouse Forgiveness
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Forgiving your spouse is often the hardest challenge you’ll ever face. The emotional turmoil you go through is unforgettable and your heart is deeply wounded. The scenario plays out in your mind like this. You remembered that night like it…
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Second Child
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Wow! It is simply amazing when you have your first child. Everything is as new to you, as it is to your little one. You have been though countless nightly wake up calls, and I’m sure your pediatrician has to….
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Definition of Green Design
December 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The U.S. Green Building Council developed LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, to provide guidelines and certifications for contractors, architects and homeowners who want to implement green design into their building project. The U.S. General Services Administration…
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4 Ways to Choose Whole Grain Breads
1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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Heart Rate During Exercise in Pregnancy
Overview If you’re pregnant, you may feel tired and out of sorts as your body goes through a myriad of changes to meet the demands of the baby growing within your womb. According to the American College of Obstetricians and…
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Marriage is Changing – relevant
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
With countless couples tying the knot every day, I don’t see how one can say that marriage is nearing extinction. Two of my cousins alone got married within a month of each other this very year. There are quite a…
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What Is My Carbon Footprint?
Overview The concept of the carbon footprint provides a measure for the contribution you make to global warming. Your lifestyle choices carry an environmental cost in terms of the amount of greenhouse gases they contribute to the atmosphere. Your carbon…
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How Marriage can be Affected by Low self Esteem
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Low self-esteem can affect all facets of a person’s life, including their marriage. Intimacy Issues. Sometimes when a person feels very bad about themselves, they have a hard time giving or accepting affection in any form. This does not just…
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5 Ways to Use Balance and Proprioception Training to Prevent Injuries
1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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Causes of Hands & Feet Getting Numb
Numbness and tingling is an abnormal sensation that may occur anywhere in the body, with the most common areas being the extremities. There are several possible causes for this condition, including the possibility that it is a symptom of a…
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Yoga Poses for Sciatica
The Mayo Clinic defines sciatica as a pain running from your back, down your buttocks and into your leg along the path of the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is most often caused by a herniated disk. Most cases can be resolved…
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Tips on Saving Energy
You can reduce your carbon footprint by taking a whole-house approach to saving energy. Start with some no-cost or low-cost steps and then consider improvements that will make your home more comfortable while saving you energy. Over time the changes…
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What Is Cortisol?
Overview Cortisol is a corticosteroid hormone that is most commonly known as the “stress” hormone because of its role in the body’s physiological response to physical and emotional stress. The presence of cortisol is necessary to maintain homeostasis throughout the…
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The Best Dancing Exercise DVDs
Deeply ingrained in society across cultural lines, dance is different from most physical activities. A tool for celebration and for love, people write songs about dance and create shows about dance. Using dance as a tool for exercise and weight…
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Warning Signs of Glaucoma
Glaucoma results when the pressure inside of the eye damages the optic nerve. The damage does not cause pain or offer early warning signs in the common forms of glaucoma. Doctors may notice signs on an eye exam, but, for…
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Renal Cell Carcinoma Symptoms
According to the American Cancer Society, more than 57,750 people in the United States were diagnosed with renal cell carcinoma or kidney cancer in 2009. Obesity, high blood pressure, smoking, protracted kidney dialysis, and exposure to asbestos or cadmium increase…
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What’s the Average Length of a Marriage in the United States – nearly dead
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
By now, just about everyone with an Internet connection or cable television has viewed at least part of the viral video where the kooky wedding party dances down the aisle toward the altar of a church in Saint Paul, Minnesota….
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