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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A List of Generic Medications for ADD
December 2, 2013 Mental Health
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), now called Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), is the term used to describe a group of behaviors found in many adults and children. ADHD is the most common neurological disorder affecting 3 to 9 percent of…
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Steps to Improve Marriage Save our Soul Mates Saving your Marriage Steps to Improve Love Dating
December 2, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
A marriage is both an investment and a commitment. The best marriages are also great love stories. To make the third thing, working on the first two is key. It is often said that communication is a priority. This is…
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Muscle Building Exercises for a Novice
One of the fortunate facts of fitness is that the novice will make positive gains in exercise, almost regardless of what he does. For the novice athlete interested in building muscle, a well-designed exercise program will result in muscle gain….
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How to Lose Weight in Four Weeks
December 2, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview You can lose weight in four weeks or less by combining dietary changes with both resistance and cardiovascular exercise. The good news is that you will not have to give up all the foods you love. Instead, focus on…
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Lacrosse Gear Facts
Overview Lacrosse, a sport that combines basketball, hockey and soccer, is considered to be the oldest sport in North America. Originally played by Native Americans as a means to solve conflict and prepare men for war, the only equipment used…
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Cheating in a Marriage with another Man
December 2, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
For a wife, infidelity by her husband with another woman can take a devastating toll on her, that can have shock waves and reverberations for life. In an established marriage, infidelity by a woman’s husband can be extremely catastrophic to…
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What Are the Health Benefits of Olive Oil?
December 2, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The Mediterranean diet is linked to lowering the risk of many ailments, including heart and Alzheimer’s diseases. Rich in fruits and vegetables, the primary component of the diet is olive oil. One of the major healing elements is DHPEA-EDA, a…
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The Best Frozen Meals for Weight Loss
December 2, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Good news for dieters who don’t have time to cook a nutritious meal every day: frozen meals have come a long way since those TV dinners of rubbery Salisbury steak and watered-down mashed potatoes. Makers of the newest frozen meals…
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Golf Tips on Swing and Speed Drills
It’s important to groove your golf swing on the practice tee. Most medium- and high-handicap golfers are regularly looking for information and tips that can help them improve and specifically make their swings better. Taking a solid stance that leaves…
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Classic Symptoms of MS
Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is a disease in which the body’s immune system destroys the protective sheathing around the nerves. The communications between the brain and the body are altered, which creates problems with speech and body movements. This process…
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The Herbal Benefits of Fenugreek
Fenugreek comes from the dried seeds of the fenugreek plant. Its scientific name is Trigonella foenum graecum, and it is also commonly called bird’s foot or Greek hayseed. In traditional ayurvedic medicine, fenugreek is respected for its effect as a…
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5 Things You Need to Know About the Trail Running Series
1. Basics of Trail Running If you like mountain biking and hiking, you might like the trail running series. Of course, if you like running at all, you might also enjoy the trail running series. For those unfamiliar with trail…
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Uses of Aloe Vera in Skin Care
December 2, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview The leaves of the Aloe Vera plant, also known as Aloe Africana, burn plant, first-aid plant, Mediterranean aloe and Savila, exude a gel that is mashed into a pulp for medicinal purposes. Lotions made from the gel have been…
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5 Functions of a Skeleton
The skeleton consists of 206 bones, according to the Minnesota State University (MNSU) Biology Department. When put together, the skeletal system provides the base framework to which all the other tissues and organs attach, forming the human body. According to…
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The Best Muscle Gain Exercises
December 2, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
People who spend time lifting weights generally want to gain muscle. Some want to gain muscle size, in order to improve body composition. Some people want to gain muscle strength. The most efficient muscle gain exercises speed up the process…
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How Friends can be Toxic to Marriage
December 2, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Marriage is a partnership, and each partner will bring different elements to that partnership, including friends from their single days. In addition, you’re likely to make friends as a couple, through your social life. Having lots of friends is good…
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The Benefits of Epsom Salt
According to the Salt Works website, Epsom salt is a “naturally occurring pure mineral compound of magnesium and sulfate” that has long been recognized as a reliable treatment for muscle aches and pain. However, relieving muscle soreness is only one…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Long Bone Fractures
1. Locating the Long Bones There are seven spots where you can find long bones in a human body. The humerus bone is the long bone that extends from the shoulder joint down to the elbow. Next, you have the…
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Things that can Kill a Marriage
December 2, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Marriage, one of the most important steps in a committed relationship. It is important to grow together in a marriage, and to work together to keep it strong. Many people believe that marriage can either work or it can’t, but…
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Exercises for a Flat Stomach or Tummy
Exercises to target the abdominal muscles are beneficial for firming your stomach. Doing crunches won’t eliminate belly fat as will a proper diet and cardio program, but exercises like the ab crunch will tone the muscles of your rectus abdominis,…
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The Definition of Turmeric
Overview Turmeric is the spice in your curry that gives it a festive, golden color and peppery flavor. The root of the turmeric plant has also been used for more than four thousand years for its medicinal properties and is…
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Common Causes of Contact Dermatitis
December 2, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
According to Merck, dermatitis is an inflammation of the upper layers of the skin. It can be bothersome because it can cause redness, itching, burning, blisters, swelling or scaling. Contact dermatitis develops because of contact with a specific substance. There…
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Work Out Tips for Men
December 2, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Men who are just starting to work out can be overwhelmed with the amount of information he learns about exercise in print, online and by word-of-mouth in the gym. Fortunately for the novice, the best advice can be distilled into…
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What Are the Benefits of Kelp Tablets?
December 2, 2013 What Are the Benefits of Kelp Tablets?
Kelp, or seaweed, is offered for use as a dietary supplement in tablet form. This plant is known by many other names as well, as reported by The U.S. National Library of Medicine, including black-tang, bladder, bladder fucus, bladderwrack, Blasen-tang,…
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Marital Issues
December 2, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
It can certainly be okay-as long as the wife is not totally excluded. Or their love mitigated somewhat in the process. In many cases, the wives are already friends to most of her husband’s female friends, (and they share them…
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Define Massage Therapy
December 2, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Massage therapy is a treatment that utilizes specific manual techniques to manipulate the soft tissues of the body. Massage can be used to treat a wide range of conditions that affect the muscular and skeletal systems, and to induce…
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Natural Heart Health Tips
December 2, 2013 Senior Health
You can help protect yourself against heart disease by adhering to a healthful diet and a healthful lifestyle. Learning about diet and lifestyle for heart health gives you the knowledge you need to maintain your heart and increase your chances…
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Common Children’s Allergies
Having a child with allergies can be difficult for a parent and child since allergens may be lurking in food, the environment or in common household products. Avoidance of allergens is key. And it is important to confirm allergens through…
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Things that can Kill a Marriage
December 2, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Marriage is a two way street, a partnership between two people. If one person dominates, by dictating his ideas on the other, the marriage will not last. People that say they never argue, if that is true, then neither has…
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How to Use a Weighted Toning Ball
Overview Weighted toning balls, which is another name for medicine balls, are a great tool to improve your strength and condition your body. In addition to exercise for fitness purposes, weighted toning balls are a great help in rehabilitating joints…
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