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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Causes of Back Pain Down the Left Leg
Many, many problems can cause pain down the legs. Often times the symptoms of these problems overlap. No matter the cause, signs that persist for more than a week should be seen by a doctor and if at any time…
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Homeopathic Remedies for Indigestion
Indigestion can be uncomfortable, painful and embarrassing. Not only do specific foods lead to indigestion but stress and anxiety play a large role in proper digestion. Homeopathy is an effective, noninvasive way to treat your abdominal complaints and the emotional…
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Age or Liver Spots
December 9, 2013 Age or Liver Spots
Overview Years of tanning and enjoying the sun without proper protection may lead to skin damage. In addition to wrinkles and dry skin, sun exposure also causes patches of pigmented skin called age or liver spots. Age spots are harmless…
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Binge Eating Disorder Programs
December 9, 2013 Children's Health
Binge eating disorder is a psychological disorder that involves frequent binging, or episodes of excessive eating during which a person feels lost for control. According to the Weight-control Information Network (WIN), it is the most common eating disorder in America,…
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Abdominal Section Exercises
The abdominal muscle group contains three main sections: the upper abs, the lower abs and the obliques, or sides. Each muscular section has specific exercises that effectively train and develop that section. The key to successful training is understanding which…
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Siblings
Many families plan out their future sometimes even before they marry. A percentage of couples like to have children that are close together in age and others enjoy spacing things apart. There are positives and negatives to both options. This…
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Dangers of Smoking When Pregnant
According to the American Cancer Society, 10 to 16 percent of women smoke throughout their pregnancies, putting themselves and their babies at risk for a number of health issues. In fact, up to 5 percent of infant deaths would be…
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Brothers Sisters and Favorites
I am the sixth of seven children. My only sister was a little over seven years old when I was born. There were two brothers older than her (the younger was six when she was born) and two brothers between…
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3 Ways to Evaluate the Neck for Spinal Cord Injury
1. Immobilize That Head Neck injuries are one of the most serious of all trauma incidents. One unique issue with this type of trauma is that the victim may not realize that she has even injured the neck. She can…
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About Microdermabrasion Treatments
December 9, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Microdermabrasion treatments are one of the more versatile procedures doctors use to treat a variety of cosmetic complaints. Microdermabrasion is a noninvasive technique that won’t cause you any downtime or tedious, unpleasant post-treatment side effects. However, microdermabrasion has its…
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Contents of Excedrin
Excedrin is a medication available over the counter to treat various types of pain. Manufactured by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., the medication helps temporarily relieve pain associated with migraines, sinus congestion and menstrual pain. Excedrin products contain a combination of…
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Chiropractic Treatments for Back Pain
Chiropractors are doctors who are trained to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions, such as back or neck pain, sciatica, herniated disc, headaches, whiplash and many other painful problems. Their primary focus is on the proper function, alignment and mobility of…
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5 Ways to Incorporate Exercise With NutriSystem
December 9, 2013 Diet & Nutrition
1. Lose Weight With NutriSystem If you’re one of the many dieters who have found success with the NutriSystem diet plan, congratulations. The convenience of pre-packaged portion-controlled food makes dieting easier for the busy person. You should take advantage of…
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How do you Cope with a Jealous Sibling do you have a Jealous Sibling
Jealousy Between Siblings and How to Cope It is always a sad situation to see when one sibling is so jealous of another they cannot stand to be in the same room together. This happens the most between siblings that…
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3 Ways to Do Wheelchair Water Skiing
1. Get Equipped Almost anything is possible for athletes in wheelchairs, including wheelchair water skiing. Access wheelchair water skiing by having the proper equipment. Athletes who are paraplegic and quadriplegic need an adapted ski to access the sport. Learn to…
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Most Nutritious Foods List
December 9, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The most nutritious foods are those that contain more nutrients per calorie than other foods do. The foods are high in phytonutrients and antioxidant compounds and low in calorie density. According to the American Heart Association, the most nutritious diet…
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Endometrial Ablation Information
December 9, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview The lining of the uterus is called the endometrium; this tissue is expelled every month during menstruation. In women with excessively heavy bleeding, a procedure called endometrial ablation may be necessary to stop or control it. During the procedure,…
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The Many Functions of the Liver
The liver is a large organ in the upper right abdomen, protected by the lower rib cage. This organ carries out more than 500 known functions, according to the University of Virginia Health System. Liver functions can be broadly grouped…
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What Are the Short Term Effects of Diabetes?
Some effects of diabetes may seem harmless or unrelated to the disease and the condition can go undiagnosed, according to the American Diabetes Association. Early detection of diabetes remains essential to avoid complications that make it harder to treat. In…
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Exercises for the Butt, Thighs & Hips
Your butt, thighs and hips are made up of several large muscles. In anatomic notation, the muscles in your butt are known as the glutes. The quadriceps are found on the front of your thighs, the hamstrings are on the…
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Exercises for the Waist & Love Handles
In order to slim and tone your waistline and love handles, you will want to focus on exercises that work your obliques, or side abdominal muscles. These muscles rotate your torso to each side, bend you forward and twist your…
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Siblings
As children we have unique relationships with our individual siblings. Some may be very close and loving while others are constantly at one another’s throat. Growing older the relationships may change somewhat but the core often remains the same and…
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Dangers of Hair Laser Removal
December 9, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
The process of laser hair removal consists of killing the hair follicle by beaming a laser into the skin. This process slows hair growth or eliminates it all together. The laser beam is absorbed into the dark pigment of the…
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Gym Weight Exercises
If you have a gym membership, the weight exercises you can perform are limited by the equipment available at the gym. However, most gyms have adequate basic equipment: barbells, benches, dumbbells, squat racks, weight machines and weighted plates. With this…
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Twin Flame Twin Soul Soul Mate
Your Twin Flame As a result of the coming changes that are occurring as we approach 2012, a lot if interest in finding ones soul mate or twin flame has come about. The first point that has to be made…
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Gentle Exercises for Weight Loss
According to the Mayo Clinic, an effective weight-loss program requires the combination of a healthy diet and regular exercise. In simple terms, you lose weight only when you burn more calories than you consume. You burn the most calories through…
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What Is Comfrey?
Overview The comfrey plant was once used both internally and externally as a medicinal herb until cases of liver failure began to emerge. One case lead to the death of a 23-year old that consumed young comfrey leaves, according to…
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Stamina, Speed & Strength Training in Boxing
Overview The physical fitness of a boxer will determine his ability. Tactical knowledge and technique are of limited value unless a boxer possesses the stamina, speed and strength to use them effectively during a boxing match. Boxers are notoriously diligent…
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Abdominal Exercises for the Stomach
The muscles of the stomach are important for balance, posture and daily activities. Although a six-pack may be your motivation for doing abdominal exercises, you’ll likely experience benefits such as improved balance before you see the results on your stomach….
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Adrenal Herbs
The adrenal glands are located above each kidney. They are responsible for releasing cortisol and adrenaline, as well as maintaining blood sugar levels and regulating fat and protein metabolism. Unfortunately, modern lifestyles often deplete the adrenal glands’ stores of cortisol….
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