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 Ways to Keep Healthy in a Pregnancy
It is especially important to stay healthy during a pregnancy. Growing a baby is no easy task, and your body needs to be in the best physical condition possible. The best ways to keep healthy during your pregnancy is to…
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Is it Acceptable for a Parent to Vent to their Kids about the other Parent – No
While, venting to your children about the perceived abuse from the other parent is never a good idea. This type of dialogue may backfire and place the child in an uncomfortable precarious situation with the other parent. Often times,a parent…
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Elliptical Trainer Vs. Running
Overview Running and the elliptical trainer are two popular modes of exercise that help you build aerobic fitness and burn calories. When choosing which will work best for you, it is important to take into account your goals, physical limitations…
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Bipolar Effective Disorder
Overview Bipolar disorder is a serious mood disorder characterized by manic and depressive episodes. These episodes typically last two or more weeks at a time; however, some patients experience rapid mood shifts. Bipolar disorder can affect many aspects of someone’s…
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Is it okay to Put your Child in the Middle – No
It is never acceptable for a parent to vent to a child about the other parent. This only will cause resentment towards the venting parent and confusion for the child. Children should not be exposed to adult problems or issues,…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Quick Hit Drills In Softball
1. Batting for a Line Drive When you practice quick hit drills in softball, you want to improve your players’ skills. Designate a scoring area level with the strike zone on the wall, curtain or fence. Assign teams of three…
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The Impact of Divorce on Young Children
December 3, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Children are wise beyond their years. So many times viewed as, just “children” when in fact they are little adults, swept up in the pageantry of childlike behavior from those considered adults. Children are vulnerable and impressionable, and yet so…
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Christmas Long Distance Dad
December 3, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
I’ve been concerned about how my 4-year-old son is dealing with my being away from him for six months now. More so because his mother and I now are going through a very rough phase in our year-and-half marriage where…
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About the Disease ALS
Overview Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, is also called Lou Gehrig’s disease in memory of the Yankee baseball player who suffered from this disorder. According to Allan Ropper, M.D., Professor of Neurology at the Harvard Medical School in “Adams &…
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Blueberries & Polyphenols
December 3, 2013 Blueberries & Polyphenols
Overview Blueberries contain chemicals called polyphenols with multiple direct and indirect effects on the nervous system and brain function when eaten as part of a healthy diet. Blueberries and other plants produce polyphenols to protect against damage caused by stress…
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Mental Health Concerns in Children of Divorced Parents
December 3, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
A couple may believe that a divorce is solely between them and their spouse, however children are affected as greatly and in some cases more by such an event. Some children experience mental health issues that are precipitated or exacerbated…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Irimi Techniques
1. Randori To better serve the Aikido student who wishes to compete in a mixed martial arts contest, or who may face multiple attackers, there is a form of freestyle Aikido. It’s called randori, and is not practiced in every…
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How to keep Custody of your Children during Divorce
December 3, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
When a family breaks apart due to divorce, determining custody of the children can become a battle. Although courts are supposed to take into account the best interests of the children, for a parent, the fear is that they will…
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What Is the Difference Between Acne & Cold Sores?
December 3, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Acne and cold sores are both lesions that occur on the face. They can look similar. However, they have different causes, they can be distinguished visually as well as by their location on the face, and their treatment differs….
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Keys to Keeping your Childs non Custodial Parent Involved
December 3, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Being a non-custodial parent is one of the hardest things in the world. You go from being there for your children evey single day, going to parent-teacher conferences and having them be the main part of your life to feeling…
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How to Retain Custody of your Kids in a Divorce
December 3, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Kids are the worst affected victims in a divorce custody. Not only are they minors and are not allowed to make major decisions for them selves, but they also feel the brunt of their parents’ estranged relationship. In a divorce,…
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Drugs to Treat Gout
Gout is a disease characterized by swollen, tender joints. These painful joints are caused by the deposition of uric acid crystals, and treatments focus on alleviating the acute, painful attacks, preventing future attacks and reducing any complications of the disease….
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Divorce Children Relationships
December 3, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
If this article did not have to be a minimum of 400 words in length, it would be over in the next sentence. This article is going to sum this up in one word, NO! The line “we stayed together for the…
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How to Naturally Increase My Metabolism
Overview You can naturally increase your metabolism quite easily. While it does matter what you eat and how much you exercise, the timing of these activities may actually prove more important for speeding up metabolism. The caloric approach to dieting…
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How to Talk to Young Children about Divorce Divorce Spouse Parents still Love them Children
December 3, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
A divorce is a painful experience, regardless of when or how it occurs. When it comes to young children though, things can be more difficult, as they are unable to really understand what is going on and therefore can easily…
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Sensory Activities for Autism
December 3, 2013 Children's Health
Autism, a spectrum disorder referred to as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), creates social, communication and behavioral challenges in those affected by it. One aspect of autism is the inability to integrate the body’s different senses. Children with autism may struggle…
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2-Ball Basketball Drills
Basketball players can improve their ball-handling and play-making ability by using two basketballs when they practice. Dribbling two balls at the same time increases a player’s dribbling ability and dexterity. It also can help improve confidence and creativity. Players who…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Karate Kumite
1. Karate Kumite: The Apex of Training Everything that a karate practitioner, called a karateka, learns from spending countless hours in a dojo culminates with karate kumite, or karate sparring. For some, it is the favorite part of their training….
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Tattoo Removal Information
December 3, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Tattoos are permanent body alterations that involve injecting ink into the surface of the skin, but there are several methods that can be used to remove tattoos. In addition, recent improvements in technology have made tattoo removal safer and…
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Weight Training – Chest Workouts
Anyone who’s ever walked into the gym at peak hours and tried find an open weight bench knows how much of a focus people tend to place on exercising chest muscles. If you want to build stronger and bigger chest…
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Supplements for Tendons & Ligaments
Tendons connect muscle to bone and ligaments connect bones to each other. Tendons and ligaments are made up of collagen and elastin. Supplements that benefit collagen and elastin will benefit tendons and ligaments. It is important that these soft tissues…
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What Are Some Pressure Points of the Human Body?
You have pressure points throughout your body that can have an effect on specific areas. Stimulating these points can create a reduction in aches and pains, as well as increase your overall relaxation through stress relief. The pressure technique used…
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Affects to Children Caused by Divorce what is a Dad
The Affects On Boys, When Their Father Is Absent I don’t know what affects being without a father has had on any other boys, but I do know how the things my ex-husband has done, has affected my sons. My…
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About Staphylococcus Aureus
Overview Staphylococcus aureus is a bacterium. According to KidsHealth.org, Staphylococcus aureus is commonly found on the skin and in the nose. These bacteria cause no problem in healthy people. Broken skin or a weakened immune system allows the bacteria to…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Kayaking
1. Work or Pleasure Kayaking is a popular form of boating because it’s so versatile. Kayaking along a serene coast can provide a form of relaxation for one enthusiast, while another gets an adrenaline rush by paddling through raging white…
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