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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Achilles Tendon Function
Overview According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the human body and can withstand forces of 1,000 pounds or more. The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel. When…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Divorce Without an Attorney
1. Pro Se If you and your spouse are divorcing and neither one of you plans to contest it, it is possible to divorce without an attorney. Call pro se, this means you are representing yourself, and you should consider…
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3 Ways to Use Nitrate Injections
1. Nitrate Injections for Cardiac Patients Nitrate injections are often used in the initial stages of a heart attack. The nitrate is available as a transdermal patch, a spray, a pill that is placed under the tongue or an injection….
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How Men Enrich the Family by Teaching Honor
In those cultures where men play a role in family life, there is improved health, less child mortality, better education, sustainable family size, an uplifting out of poverty, more income opportunity and many other benefits. Not the least of benefits…
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Pleasing Grandparents
Your elders are a source of knowledge for you , and always have advice to give no matter what the situation. Their experiences and endless information can be beneficial for you if you choose hear it, and in return for their time, you should…
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5 Ways to Diagnose Glucagonoma
1. Look for the Characteristic Symptoms of Glucagonoma Glucagonoma is a pancreatic tumor of the pancreas’ islet cells. In up to 80% of all cases, this type of pancreatic tumor is malignant (cancerous). The islet cells of the pancreas produce…
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The Benefits of Q10
December 7, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Coenzyme Q10, or CoQ10, is a naturally occurring compound which is synthesized by the human body. CoQ10 is primarily involved in the production of energy at the cellular level, though it is also a potent antioxidant. Because CoQ10 is produced…
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Causes of Diabetes During Pregnancy
December 7, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Diabetes during pregnancy, or gestational diabetes, affects nearly 4 percent of all pregnant women in the United States, according to the American Diabetes Association. It affects women who did not have diabetes before pregnancy, but have hyperglycemia, or high levels…
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What Is the Definition of Type 2 Diabetes?
Overview Diabetes is a term that refers to a group of diseases that can affect how the body utilizes glucose, or blood sugar. According to the American Diabetes Association, 23.6 million children and adults in the United States live with…
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What Is a Stretch IRA?
December 7, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview A “stretch” IRA is simply an Individual Retirement Account that is preserved as long as possible by minimizing account distributions. A stretch IRA is used both to avoid income tax and to provide for heirs. While ultimately all IRA…
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Complications From Cholesterol Medications
Levels of LDL cholesterol can rise in the body because of high cholesterol consumption in the diet, obesity, diabetes, alcohol consumption and genetic reasons. Cholesterol medications reduce the levels of LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol in the body. The four…
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5 Ways to get Jenny Craig Discounts
December 7, 2013 Diet & Nutrition
1. Start up Special Jenny Craig offers a number of special sign up rates throughout the year. Use one of these promotional periods for your first discount in the Jenny Craig program. A sign up special is usually a short-term…
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Illnesses With Memory Loss Symptoms
Memory loss can affect a person’s ability to form new memories or recall stored memories. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notes that while normal aging can cause memory problems, illnesses can result in severe memory loss. Some of…
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Attending Cross Cultural Events
As the saying goes, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do”. This is certainly the case at cross-cultural events where you may encounter food, customs, and rituals that you’ve never heard of or experienced. Given the diversity of cultures…
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Cholchicine Side Effects
December 7, 2013 Cholchicine Side Effects
Colchicine is a type of medication most often given to patients with gout. The drug is indicated in the prevention acute gout attacks, and to relieve the pain associated with an episode of the disease, according to MedlinePlus, a website…
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Holistic Healing Herbs
Natural herbs have been used for centuries to treat and heal the whole person. This traditional approach to healing is inherently holistic. Several herbs such as aloe vera, hyssop and ashwagandha of the Ayurvedic traditions, are known to heal the…
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OHSS Symptoms During Pregnancy
December 7, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
If you’ve undergone fertility treatment, you may be concerned about ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS). OHSS symptoms range from mild to severe, according to Duke Health, and affect up to 5 percent of people who have taken medicine to stimulate the…
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Food Allergy Symptoms in Infants
December 7, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
According to La Leche League International (LLLI) one in five children shows signs of an allergy by age 20. Luckily, many infants with food allergies tend to outgrow them by age 3. Cow’s milk is the most common allergy in…
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Survival Tips for Camping
December 7, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
If you’re planning a camping trip, be prepared for an emergency by collecting survival supplies. You can also prepare yourself by learning more about basic survival skills, like how to build a shelter or create safe drinking water. With the…
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The Importance of Forgiveness for Success in Marriage
The two individuals within a marriage define that particular marriage. Each marriage is, therefore, different to every other marriage. What works for one couple may not work for every couple. However, successful marriages have a few common components. One crucial…
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Aprepitant Side Effects
The drug generically named aprepitant is used as a secondary treatment to chemotherapy for cancer patients. Aprepitant, alongside other drugs, treats and prevents nausea and vomiting that may occur because of the cancer treatment. This medication is an antiemetic, which…
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Factors that can Disrupt the Normal Family Life Cycle
Are you confident enough that your family will not experience any disruptions in your entire life of living? There is no such thing as perfect, aside from God. There are many possible factors that can disrupt a normal family life…
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3 Ways to Do Laya Yoga
1. Start at the Beginning Attend a beginner class in Laya yoga to get started. In these classes, the instructor provides the bhramari kumbhaka or humming sound made deep in the throat. Students use this method to develop proper breath…
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Tips on Walleye Fishing
Walleye is one of the abundant species of fish in the southern Great Lakes and northern Midwest, making it a popular target for anglers. It doesn’t hurt, either, that walleye is popular around the dinner table, but in order to…
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Alternative Herbal Medicine Remedies
While conventional medicine relies on over-the-counter and prescription drugs, some people seek more natural alternatives in herbal medicinal remedies. Some herbal supplements have been clinically tested and found to be effective for certain ailments, while others have been found to…
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Causes of a Nut Allergy
Tree nuts, peanuts (a legume) and soy nuts (a soy/tofu product) can trigger the immune system response near instantly to react with antibodies called immunoglobulin E, or IgE. According to Kids Health, one antibody in particular-histamine, is triggered to react…
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Family Meals
Life is Crazy: Modern life is busy, hectic, and unpredictable. For children, this lack of constants can be overwhelming and unnerving. Parents are posed with the responsibility of guiding their children through the maze of chaos. But how can it be done…
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Supplies for Survival
December 7, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Any camping or hiking trip could lead to an unforeseen problem, such as severe weather or an immobilizing injury. Fans of the outdoors should always be prepared when setting out into the wilderness. A kit filled with useful supplies like…
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Womens Rights
Is the Women’s Right movement destroying our families? Definitely not! The attacks on our families are numerous, but the Women’s Right Movement is not one of them. One of the top destroyers of our families today is pornography. Pornography is…
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Slimming Stomach Exercises
Having excess fat on your stomach can cause feelings of distress when you are about to slip into your swimsuit and walk onto the beach in the summertime. If that’s not bad enough, having excess belly fat can also increase…
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