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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Reasons to have an Amicable Divorce
December 14, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
I have one word Why? Why does a divorce have to be the end of something and why do people expect a couple to hate one another. Perhaps people are programmed to expect a divorce to be hateful and that…
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How to use Success as a Means of Revenge against your ex
December 14, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Many dream about getting revenge against their ex. When you do something negative, however, you could end up hurting yourself as well and possibly setting a bad example for children. Instead you should consider using success as a means of…
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Reasons for Ankle Swelling
Fluid tends to run downhill; in the body, that means that excess fluid retention often accumulates in the feet and ankles. Fluid filled ankles hurt and look unsightly. Swollen ankles have many different causes, some temporary and annoying but not…
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3 Ways to Pick Snowshoeing Poles
1. Snowshoeing Pole Essentials Snowshoeing poles are an essential piece of equipment to ensure proper safety and assistance during a hike. These poles are like four-wheel drive on a truck and most people would never think about driving a truck…
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Fertile Periods to Get Pregnant
December 14, 2013 Men's Health
Women are most fertile during the several days that precede ovulation, as well as on the day of ovulation itself. According to several research studies, most women become pregnant when the sperm fertilizes the egg within 5 days of ovulation,…
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Why so many Marriages End in Divorce
December 14, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Marriages based on idealistic happiness instead of preparation for a lifetime are doomed from the start. Love will never define a marriage, love is why people marry. Marriage requires dedication and long term commitment, cornerstones needed to enable and support the…
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Crunches to Get Rid of Love Handles
Dreaded love handles seem so easy to come by and yet so hard to get rid of. Significant repetitions of the classic crunch are not going to make them go away. In fact, if you want to tone your abdominal…
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How to keep your Divorce from being Traumatic
December 14, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
One of the best ways to keep your divorce from being traumatic is to accept what has happened and make a conscious effort to switch off individual defense mechanisms that can delay the healing process, and hinder the ability to…
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Herbs & Vitamins for Men
There are many herbs and vitamins that work to help ailments that plague men more than women. These herbs and vitamins for men can help with prostate issues, colon cancer and erectile dysfunction. Before supplementing a dietary program with any…
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Melatonin & Children
December 14, 2013 Children's Health
Overview Melatonin is a hormone produced by a small conical structure in the brain. Synthesized and released after the sun sets, melatonin stimulates and regulates sleep. Synthetic melatonin is marketed as a dietary supplement. Commonly used as a sleep aid,…
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3 Ways to Play Wheelchair Rugby
1. Join a Wheelchair Rugby Team To play wheelchair rugby, join a team. Wheelchair rugby, also known as murderball, is a high intensity sport that can be played by athletes with a physical disability, but full cognitive abilities. To play…
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Exercise Tips for Hips
If you want to shape up your hips, start by recognizing that your hips are special. Hips define that space connecting your lower body to your core. Your hips and pelvic girdle enable you to walk, run, squat and lunge….
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Options for Hysterectomy Surgery
December 14, 2013 Women's Health
A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the uterus and sometimes the ovaries and fallopian tubes as well. Although it is often called a hysterectomy, the medically correct term for removing the uterus, tubes and ovaries is hysterosalpingo-oophorectomy. The…
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Jet Nebulizer Information
Overview A jet nebulizer is a device used to deliver aerosolized medication to the lungs. Jet nebulizers require either an air compressor or compressed gas to aerosolize the medication in the nebulizer reservoir. Jet nebulizers are also called handheld nebulizers,…
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What Are Pure Brands of Fish Oil?
December 14, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Though fish oil supplements may have health benefits, there is some concern that toxins consumed by the fish—such as organochlorine pesticides—may be present in the extracted fish oil. In a January 2005 study conducted by a team of physicians in…
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About Varicose Veins
December 14, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Varicose veins are abnormally swollen and knotted veins that often occur in the legs. The veins can be seen just under the surface of the skin. Varicose veins usually cause few symptoms other than being unsightly in some cases….
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Facts About Essential Oils
Essential oils are scented oils derived from plants. They can come from the leaves, bark, seeds or fruit. These oils are used as perfumes or to create scents in cosmetic products like lotions, massage oils, soaps and shampoos; or they…
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Natural Ways to Get Pregnant Fast
Many women think that achieving pregnancy will come easily, but this is not true for all women. However methods of fertility awareness can help women conceive naturally, in only a few months’ time. Fertility awareness methods use physical signs to…
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After a Divorce Starting over after a Divorce
December 14, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Divorce…an ugly truth in today’s world. It happens to the best of us and when it does the fact of the matter is you have to go on and rebuild your life. This is my personal journey that I want…
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Vinegar Cure for Major Dandruff
December 14, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Dandruff can range from a few dry flakes to clumps of skin with a red (inflamed) and itchy scalp. Dandruff with increased frequency or quantity of flaking can be particularly uncomfortable and embarrassing. However, people shopping for dandruff products…
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About Nose Piercings
December 14, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview According to the author of “The Piercing Bible,” nose piercing dates to at least 1500 B.C. The ancient sacred texts of Hinduism describe a goddess with a pierced nose. Nose piercing is common in Indian cultures and has more…
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Natural Remedies With Vinegar
December 14, 2013 Natural Remedies With Vinegar
Vinegar plays a valuable role in our daily lives. As an ingredient in salad dressings, mayonnaise, marinades and condiments, vinegar adds flavor to foods and tenderizes meat and poultry before cooking. Manufactured through fermentation, some vinegars, such as apple cider…
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5 Ways to Set Up a Cycling Bike Properly
1. Frame Size When you buy a bike, you have to buy the correct frame size for your height. If you have the wrong size bike, you cannot get a proper fit on the bike no matter what adjustments you…
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Fast Ways to Lose Weight & Gain Muscle
December 14, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
When you are trying to lose weight and gain muscle mass, specific steps help you achieve your goals. By manipulating your food choices and eating patterns, in addition to using basic exercise know-how, reaching your goals can be easier than…
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How to Use a Schwinn Bicycle Pump
Overview Long winters in cold garage storage or a freshly changed tire tube leave bicycle tires flat and in need of inflation. Upright Schwinn bicycle pumps provide a quick and efficient method for inflating—but not overfilling—bicycle tire inner-tubes. The pumps…
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Rules in Tennis for a Tie-Breaker
A tennis tie-breaker is used to decide the winner when a match goes right down to the wire. Tie-breakers are used at the end of a game, or the end of a set, when the score is tied. Tie-breakers can…
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Acne Cures for Dark Skin
December 14, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Many people with dark skin get acne. This can be frustrating, since many common acne treatments can lead to unpleasant side effects in people with darker skin tones. Even so, dark pigment doesn’t mean you have endure acne unaided, nor…
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Active Ingredients in Toothpaste
Toothpaste fights cavities by removing plaque and bacteria that occur not only on the teeth, but also on the gums, says to the American Dental Association. Known as a dentrifice, toothpaste combined with the cleansing power of a toothbrush can…
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How to Deal with the Loss of a Favorite Daughter in Law or Son in Law through Divorce
December 14, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Divorces invariably happen, and will happen long into the future. As a parent of an adult child, who is going through one, you have to be prepared for losing that favorite son-in-law or daughter- in-law. The one who seems so…
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Complications From Nipple Piercing
December 14, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Piercing of the nipple is a trend that is catching on all over the United States and the world, and although it may seem like a trendy way to express yourself, it has its drawbacks. When considering nipple piercing or…
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