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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5 Things You Need to Know About Soccer Strikers
1. A Striker’s Place Strikers, also called forwards, are the goal scorers on a soccer team. They play in front of the midfielders, and often are involved in only offensive plays. Most teams use 2 or 3 strikers depending on…
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Ab Exercises You Can Do Without Exercise Equipment
Exercise magazines are full of complex ab exercise that require balance balls, Bosu trainers, medicine balls and other equipment. Late-night television is full of infomercials for the latest, greatest piece of exercise equipment guaranteed to tone your abs. But you…
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HIV Signs
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), attacks and kills cells within the immune system. These white blood cells, also known as CD4 positive T cells, are important for fighting off infections. Consequently, the signs of this viral infection can also be the…
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Should Married Women keep their last name or Switch to Hubbys – Keep
November 30, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Whether a woman keeps her name or takes on her husband’s surname at marriage is sometimes a difficult decision for a new bride. The difficulty in making such a decision is largely caused by not wanting to deviate from a…
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Should Married Women keep their last name or Switch to Hubbys – Keep
November 30, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
I think that women should not change their name after marriage. They have been doing it for centuries, and this stems from the notion that a woman should be a man’s property after marriage. No matter how you put it,…
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Complications of Colostomy Reversal Surgery
A colostomy is a opening made in a part of the colon (large bowel) to allow the evacuation of feces for collection in external bag attached to the skin. A colostomy may be performed for various reasons, the most common…
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How to Get Rid of Blemishes and Pores
November 30, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Blemishes on the skin happen to just about everyone at some time. They form when your pores get clogged up with dirt, oil and dead skin. When you sweat or when you don’t wash your face often enough, your…
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What Are the Treatments for Ear Infections in Children?
An ear infection (otitis media) may be one of the most common reasons to bring your child to the pediatrician. Three out of four children have had at least one ear infection by age 3, according to the National Institute…
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Child Behavior Strategies for Sibling Conflicts
Sibling rivalry is common in families. Each child possesses his or her own personality and individual temperament; differences among siblings are bound to result in conflict on occasion. In his book “The Power of Positive Parenting,” Dr. Glenn Latham reassures…
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Complications of IUD Insertion
November 30, 2013 Women's Health
The IUD, or intrauterine device, is a method of birth control for women that is inserted into the uterus. Once the IUD is placed, it prevents pregnancy by making the uterus inhospitable to sperm. In the United States, approximately 2…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Restraints in Karate
1. Maintain Balance For thousands of years, the martial arts practice of karate has evolved with each new generation of practitioners. Karate is a physical sport that involves both self defense and combat. But it also encompasses spiritual practices that…
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How to Get Rid of Liver Spots
November 30, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Liver spots, also known as sun spots or age spots, are non-cancerous flat blemishes with a brown or black color. According to the Medline Plus website, common areas where they appear are the face, forehead, arms, hands and shoulders….
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Should Married Women keep their last name or Switch to their Husbands – Keep
November 30, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Should married women keep their last name or switch to their husband’s? In Puerto Rico it is not customary to take your husband’s name. I don’t understand the reasoning behind changing your name. One it’s a hassle to do. Second…
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Post Wedding Guide how to keep Life Exciting
November 30, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Most of the time, in the beginning, everything is hot and heavy. However, many newlyweds don’t realize that this party is supposed to last a long long time. You know, the Energizer Bunny theory. An example for keeping life exciting…
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Uses of Tea Tree Essential Oil
Tea tree essential oil is extracted from the leaves of the tea tree, a tall evergreen with white, spongy bark which grows in Asia and Australia, according to the University of Michigan Health System (UMHS). Tea tree oil is used…
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What Are the Early Signs of Dementia?
Dementia is a group of symptoms affecting a patient’s memory, reasoning and thinking abilities. Though dementia is not a specific disease, it is diagnosed when groups of symptoms are recognized together. It is important to understand that early signs of…
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5 Facts on Salmonella
According to the University of Maine, Salmonella is the most common culprit behind food-borne illnesses. These bacteria can cause great distress in the gastrointestinal system of anyone unlucky enough to ingest them. Symptoms include severe diarrhea, abdominal cramping, nausea and…
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Chinese Herbs for Insomnia
Everyone knows that getting enough sleep is important, but many people still suffer from sleepless nights that lead to miserable days. Western doctors may prescribe sleeping pills or anti-depressants for chronic cases of insomnia, but practitioners of Chinese medicine will…
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Long-Term Effects of Melatonin
November 30, 2013 Senior Health
Melatonin has gained in popularity as a sleep aid, especially for lessening the effects of jet lag. Unfortunately, the long-term effects of this naturally-occurring amino acid are unknown for humans, and many doctors warn against its continual use. However, initial…
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Resistance Training Exercises With Weight Bags
There are some heavy-duty advantages to resistance training with weight bags. Weight bags, like the sand bags bought at hardware stores or made at home, can replicate many pushing and pulling exercises popular in gyms. Not only are weight bags…
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About Charcot Foot
Overview Charcot joint–neurogenic arthropathy–is a condition that occurs when nerve injury leads to destruction of a joint. There is bilateral involvement in between 9 percent and 35 percent of cases according to the “AAOS Comprehensive Orthopaedic Review.” The anatomic location…
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Healthy Meals for Vegetarians
November 30, 2013 Healthy Meals for Vegetarians
A vegan is a person who chooses not to eat any foods that come from animals. Foods of this nature include meat, fish, eggs and dairy products. Although some vegetarians do eat eggs and cheese, and some eat poultry and…
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Native American Health Remedies
Native American health remedies come from Indian tribes thousands of years ago. These herbal solutions to medical problems were based more on beliefs than science. However, some of the early herbal treatments are still being researched today for their place…
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Married Life new best
November 30, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
I believe in “happily ever after” – but only after a period of adjustment! Being a newlywed is not as easy as it looks. The media usually portrays newlyweds as tiptoeing through the tulips of married life. But, in reality,…
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Newlyweds a Guide to Combining Closets
November 30, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Combining closet space when you are accustomed to having your own closet space presents unique challenges. You hang all of the hangars exactly the same way. You hang clothes neat and orderly, all of the shirts assembled in the same…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Pinning In Wrestling
1. Pinning Down Some Points A pin, also known as a fall, in wrestling ends the match. The beauty of the pin is that one wrestler can be down by as many as 14 points and come back to win…
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Weight Loss Plan for a Teen
November 30, 2013 Children's Health
Overview Feeling comfortable in your own body can be tough, especially if you are constantly surrounded by fake images of beauty on television and in magazines. You may also have trouble not comparing your body to those super-thin peers who…
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Should Married Women keep their last name or Switch to Hubbys – Keep
November 30, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
I have often wondered whose voice would be loudest in a debate on a topic of this nature; would it be that of the men or the women? I have also wondered why there should be a debate on such…
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Newlyweds Money Mistakes Finance Financial Spending Saving Marriage Couples Love
November 30, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Money is the root cause of common problems in relationships. After getting married, newlyweds can find that bad money habits can have a big impact on your marriage. It could create strain on the relationship and lead to countless arguments….
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Techniques of Japa Meditation
Japa yoga is a meditative discipline that aims to produce spiritual enlightenment through the practice of constant repetition of or focus on a divine word, called a mantra. Through correct and disciplined practice, practitioners of japa yoga may succeed in…
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