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 Best Exercises for Someone With Arthritis in the Spine
December 23, 2013 Senior Health
Although arthritis is a painful degenerative condition, arthritis of the spine does not have to prevent you from being physically active. Studies report that exercise may be the best treatment if you suffer from arthritis. Some exercises may be more…
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Vitamins at Health Food Stores
December 23, 2013 Vitamins at Health Food Stores
Vitamin supplements are taken when there is an ailment or a lack of nutrition in a specific area. These supplements are to aid the body in treating a condition or fulfilling a needed vitamin that is lacking. These vitamins are…
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3 Ways to Find the Right Carb Level for You
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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Do Men Cheat more than Women – No
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Men cheat on women just as much as women cheat on men. Cheating has a wide variety of applications no matter what gender of sexual orientation you claim to have. Partners can cheat on each other by lying about bank…
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Physical Development of 7- to 12-Year-Olds
December 23, 2013 Children's Health
Overview From ages 7 to 12, children grow in both height and weight, though not as quickly as they did as preschoolers, according to CliffsNotes.com’s guide to human development. These years are a time of growth spurts and milestones on…
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Nine Days Past Ovulation Symptoms
December 23, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
A woman at nine days past ovulation is approximately three weeks and two days pregnant. At this point, a woman may begin to experience early signs and symptoms of pregnancy. It is important to remember that not all women will…
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High-Risk Pregnancy Symptoms
December 23, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Only 6 to 8 percent of pregnancies are considered high-risk, according to the UCSF Medical Center. Occasionally, these situations involve bed rest and other lifestyle modifications for the pregnant mother. However, with proper, highly specialized care for both mother and…
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What Are the Benefits for Having a Heart Rate Monitor?
A heart rate monitor is a common tool for exercising. Your heart rate usually increases during most cardiovascular activities. A heart rate monitor allows you to be aware of the degree of this change in your heart rate. You can…
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Information on Good Skin
December 23, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Smooth, supple skin projects youthfulness and good health. Healthy skin also acts as a barrier between the inner body and the outer environment. Maintaining healthy looking skin starts from the inside with good nutrition, but it requires careful cleansing…
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Tips for Saving a Marriage after an Affair
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
“Everybody deserves a second chance.” This is a cliché that is applicable between two persons who have vowed before man and God “to love each other till death do us part.” When you truly love someone, you are willing to…
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Adult Coed Softball Rules
Adult coed softball is a popular sport, with office teams or groups of friends competing in recreational leagues throughout the United States. Adult coed softball is not only a fun, social activity, it is also an opportunity to incorporate physical…
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Make Amends after Cheating
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Cheating is one of the worst things that a partner can do over the course of a relationship. Whether it is a long-term affair that takes place over several years or a one-time mistake, the affair still causes a great…
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4 Ways to Do Proper Spotting for Cheerleading
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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Diet for Gaining Lean Muscle Mass
December 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Gaining lean muscle mass improves your appearance and the efficiency of your metabolism. While eating more calories promotes weight gain, encouraging lean muscle mass requires a more targeted strategy. Along with a consistent resistance training routine, achieve your goals…
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The Best Ways to Gain Weight for Women
December 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Being underweight can endanger women’s health and self confidence. Gaining weight requires you to increase your calorie intake beyond what you burn daily. Whether you are recovering from an illness, suffer from a poor appetite or need to add weight…
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The Best Herbs for the Liver
Keeping your liver healthy is crucial to overall health. According to the American Liver Foundation, this important organ fights infection, promotes healthy digestion, stores needed energy and cleanses the blood. Diseases of the liver include cirrhosis, fibrosis, inflamed liver and…
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Trust Building Infidelity
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Infidelity is one of the ultimate warning signs that a relationship is in distress. Infidelity can be the end of a relationship or the couple could decide the relationship is worth the effort to fix. Infidelity can certainly result from…
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The Best Shoulder Exercises for Bodybuilding
Bodybuilding is a competitive sport and recreational activity where participants try to develop their muscles so that they are bigger and aesthetically pleasing. The shoulders are one of the most visible muscle groups and can be seen from the front,…
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Nutrition Information for Bubble Tea
December 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Bubble tea originated in Taiwan in the 1980s and spread to other East Asian countries before reaching the U.S. Bubble tea has gained in popularity since then, particularly on the West Coast in college towns. The ingredients and size…
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Exercises for the Calf Muscle
The calf muscle consists of two muscles. The gastrocnemius is the most commonly known. It is often referred to as the gastroc. The other is the soleus, which lies beneath the gastroc. These muscles work together to allow you to…
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Causes of Low Abdominal Pain
The abdomen is the region between the chest and groin area, which includes the stomach, intestines and other important organs. The University of Maryland Medical Center recognizes that abdominal pain is a common occurrence at any given point in life…
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An Analysis of Gallstones
Overview Bile, which is made by the liver, helps the intestines to absorb fats and oils. Bile is stored in the gallbladder and contains large amounts of cholesterol and bilirubin. In some cases, small, hard masses may form from components…
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Health Risks of Weight Loss
December 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
If you are overweight, you’ve probably been told that weight loss will improve your health. While this is generally true, there can be exceptions to this rule. As with all dramatic physiological changes, there is a certain amount of risk…
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Is Chatting Online Considered Cheating
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
The question of whether or not chatting online can be considered cheating is highly debatable. On the one hand, many people are of the opinion that online chatting with a member of the opposite sex could easily cross the line…
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4 Ways to Adjust Macrobiotic Food Choices By Health Condition
December 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
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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3 Ways to Do Equestrian Endurance Riding
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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Regaining Trust in a Relationship
December 23, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
The cornerstone of a good relationship is trust. When this trust is abused, broken and lost, it is up to each partner to decide whether or not this trust can be re-built. Notice I said each partner; not only does…
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Side Effects of Nipple Piercing
December 23, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Body piercing is a form of body art that has been in existence for thousands of years. La Leche League International explains that women in ancient Egyptian civilizations were known to pierce their nipples, belly buttons or both. Modern day…
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Causes of a Sprained Ankle
Ankle sprains are considered the most common foot injury. An ankle sprain is damage to one or more ligaments surrounding the ankle, of which there are two groups: the thick inside deltoid ligament and the weaker lateral ligaments that receive…
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Organic Food Certification
December 23, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Most foods you see at a typical supermarket are conventionally grown, meaning that their farmers and producers may have used pesticides, insecticides, chemicals or other non-natural substances to grow and harvest them. Foods that are certified organic, in contrast,…
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