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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Word to Avoid to Sstay Positive
December 12, 2013 Communication
Positive attitude does not only lie in our action but it also reflects on the word we speak. A single word can change the whole positive perception that we intend to convey or convince. Even when we do certain tasks…
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H. Pylori Infection Symptoms
According to the Mayo Clinic, most ulcers are caused by the bacterium Helicobacter pylori. H. pylori, as it is more commonly known, is also the cause of stomach inflammation or gastritis. H. pylori is common in developing countries and as…
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Finding the right Words to Fit the Situation
December 12, 2013 Communication
Sometimes life has you speechless. There are times within the lives of everyone where words don’t cut it and you are left feeling like you can’t say anything because you are too moved to think up the words. A situation…
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Tips for Summer Bass Fishing During Midday
While there are no hard rules about when a bass will, or won’t, want to feed, the general rule is that bass prefer to feed very early in the morning, and at dusk, when the water temperature is transitioning from…
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Opportunistic Diseases of AIDS
December 12, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Acquired immunedeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a disease caused by the human immunedeficiency virus (HIV). According to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), there are over 30 million people worldwide living with HIV/AIDS, and about one million of…
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Non-Pharmaceutical Remedies for Depression
Depression is a crippling disease, which affects 3.3 million adults and is the leading cause of disability in Americans between the ages of 15 and 44, according to the National Institute of Mental health. Depression can include prolonged feelings of…
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Energy Saving Tips on Gas
If you use natural gas in your home, you may be wondering how to save on your energy bill and reduce your carbon footprint. Making small household changes and purchasing energy saving appliances can greatly reduce the amount of gas…
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Offence Fairness and Coming out on Top
December 12, 2013 Communication
The Urban Renaissance Couple “Renaissance Man” a modern scholar who is in a position to acquire more than superficial knowledge about many different interests; “a statistician, he has to be something of a generalist”. Someone who does a little bit…
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Healthy Joint Supplements
A joint is made of connective tissue at the place where two bones come together. According to the Arthritis Foundation, musculoskeletal complaints, including arthritis, are the most reported chronic conditions in the United States. Typical symptoms of joint problems include…
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Benefits of Echinacea Angustifolia
December 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Echinacea (Echinacea angustifolia, E. purpurea and E. pallida) is one of the most widely used herbs in the United States and Europe. Echinacea is most commonly used to treat colds and flu, as well as for immune system support. Available…
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Side Effects of the Hawthorn Berry
December 12, 2013 Senior Health
People have been using hawthorn berries since the first century to treat heart problems that range from irregular heartbeat to heart failure. In Europe, hawthorn berry extract is still used therapeutically for mild congestive heart failure. Today, the leaves and…
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Compare Heart Rate Monitors for Training
Heart rate monitors are helpful tools for almost any level of training, providing a variety of useful data, such as calories burned or average heart rate during a workout. More complex heart rate monitors have more functionality, allowing you to…
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How to Overcome Childhood Insecurities
December 12, 2013 Communication
Childhood insecurities can be tough to overcome but not impossible. Adults that have childhood insecurities have a tougher time dealing with everyday life. These insecurities could range from a low self-esteem issue to feelings of loneliness and fear. These insecurities…
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Adjustable Preferred Stock Pros & Cons
A preferred stock is a hybrid security issued by a company that shares characteristics with both bonds and stocks. Like bonds, a preferred stock is primarily an income security, paying investors a specified rate which is typically much higher than…
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3 Ways to Transport Someone With a Severe Back Injury
1. Basic Equipment for a Back Injury The best equipment to use when you need to move a person with a severe back injury and possible spinal cord damage includes a cervical collar, head supports, a backboard, straps and tape…
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Side Effects of Ganoderma Lucidum
Ganoderma lucidum is used worldwide to promote health and longevity and for its anticancer and immune-boosting effects. You might be more familiar with one of its common names–reishi mushroom or ling zhi. Some folks take Ganoderma lucidum to protect the…
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Laxatives and Colon Cleanse
Overview According to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, over four million Americans suffer from frequent constipation, spending an estimated $725,000,000 each year on over-the-counter laxative products. The NDDIC also states that self-treatment of constipation is the most commonly sought…
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How to Complain Effectively
December 12, 2013 Communication
How to complain effectively…Are we one of those people who complain on a regular basis or are we a person who only does it when we have a serious complaint? If we are a regular complainer, we are aware other…
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A List of Online Dating Services
The demand for online dating services has soared as more and more people have successfully found relationships through the medium. Though many online dating services require a monthly subscription, most of the largest sites offer a free trial period for…
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Advanced Circuit-Training Workouts
Circuit training maximizes time spent working out while improving your muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular endurance, body composition and functional capacity. Circuit training uses eight to 12 exercises, done one after the other with short rest periods between sets. Advanced…
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Home Remedies That Act As Cough Suppressants
December 12, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Many families have home remedies that have been passed down through the years, for a variety of health problems. One of the most common issues people face is coughing, since it can disrupt sleep and interfere with daily activities. Even…
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Isometric Wrist Exercises
Isometric exercises are defined as those that contract a muscle or muscle group for a specific period of time at the height of muscular tension. Isometric training can be done using the body’s own weight for resistance, or using resistance…
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What Are the Causes of PMS Symptoms?
December 12, 2013 Women's Health
According to the Harvard Medical School, MGH Center for Women’s Mental Health, premenstrual syndrome or PMS comprises a group of symptoms that are commonly associated with the 7 to 14 days leading up to menstruation. It affects roughly 75 percent…
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Child Visitation Rights for Fathers
December 12, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview The visitation rights maintained by fathers are typically the same in every state and are set forth in the family law or marriage dissolution statutes of the jurisdiction. Visitation rights extend to the establishment and enforcement of a parenting…
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Acupuncture in Pregnancy
Overview Rapid hormonal and physical changes during pregnancy are often accompanied by a variety of maladies. While symptoms usually clear at the conclusion of the pregnancy, they can make for a miserable nine months. Pregnant woman are limited in the…
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Communicating with Teens
December 12, 2013 Communication
Are you desperately looking for the magical cure? You are not alone. There has been a generation gap as long as children have grown into teens. Your best bet for getting through these years is to nurture a sense of…
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Stretches for the Neck & Shoulder
Stretching your neck and shoulders will help to decrease the tightness and tension in the muscles supporting your head. The average human head weighs about eight percent of a person’s total body weight, placing quite a strain on the neck…
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Golf Handicap Definition
Overview A golf handicap or handicap index indicates a player’s skill level on a standard course. The handicap number represents the average number of strokes the player would need to add or subtract from his score to reach par on…
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How to Make yourself more Interesting to others
December 12, 2013 Communication
It is easy to bore anyone to tears and lull any listener to deep slumber. The key is to keep talking about oneself and continue to pound on a self-absorbed image to other people non-stop. That is nothing much than a self-indulgent…
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Chest Workouts – Weight Training Exercises To Build Big Pecs
The key to a successful chest workout, says personal trainer and bodybuilder Matt Weik of Bodybuilding.com, is lifting a weight you can handle and working each part of your chest equally. With a few basic chest exercises, you can build…
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