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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What Are the Benefits of Aloe Vera Juice on the Skin?
November 30, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
A succulent member of the lily family, Liliaceae, a topical application of aloe vera offers healing benefits for burns and skin abrasions. Aloe grows commercially in the United States, primarily in Texas, California and Florida. People with allergies to other…
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Tips for Newlyweds Starting new Christmas Traditions
November 30, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Newlyweds celebrating their first Christmas together can be some of the sweetest times. Many times, they have no children, so it is quite private and they can enjoy each others company. Furthermore, in the first or second Christmas together, there…
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Strength Training for a Weight-Loss Plateau
November 30, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Hitting a weight loss plateau can be frustrating. Many people can do well, initially, losing weight through diet and/or aerobic exercise. Eventually, the weight loss may stop despite continued efforts to lose weight, this is considered a weight-loss plateau….
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Top Mistakes Made by Newlyweds
November 30, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
There’s nothing like being head-over-heels in love and just married. The sky looks bluer. The sun seems to shine all the time. Even the rainy days seem really happy. What could go wrong? Well, this isn’t to burst your bubble,…
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Top 10 Foods to Get Rid of Belly Fat
November 30, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Burning calories to rid belly fat can be achieved in a variety of ways, including exercise or nutrition. Proper nutrition that incorporates eating the top foods to get rid of belly fat can help you lose inches on your waistline….
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Aloe Vera Gel: Uses for Skin
Throughout history, aloe vera has been utilized for its healing properties. A 2010 article published in Aloe Vera Juice Online highlighted the ancient Egyptian’s use of aloe vera 5,000 years ago to treat wounded soldiers. These ancients recorded evidence of…
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How to Change a Road Bike Tire Tube
Overview Dealing with flat tires on a bicycle ride can be handled rather quickly and easily if you have the right tools and a little bit of know-how. Faced with a flat tire, you can patch the tube on the…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Navigation Tools
1. Get Your Bearings The most basic and essential navigation tool for any backpacker is the compass. With the advent of technology, more people depend on GPS navigation systems when they backpack, but if these fail for whatever reason it…
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The Empty Nest Tips for Rekindling Romance
November 30, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
As a parent, you spend a good eighteen or more years where all of your work, energy, time and money are devoted to raising and caring for your children. No one ever suggested that parenthood is an easy job. The…
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Natural Ways to Relieve Sinus Pressure
Sinus pressure is the result of irritated or inflamed sinuses due to allergies, the common cold or environmental factors, according to the Mayo Clinic. When the sinus cavity becomes inflamed it leads to swelling, placing pressure on various parts of…
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Common Symptoms of Meningitis
When the meninges, or membranes that surround the brain, become inflamed the result is called meningitis, the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) explains. Depending on whether the inflammation is due to a viral or bacterial infection, the type of…
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Allergic Contact Eczema
November 30, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Allergic contact eczema, also called allergic contact dermatitis, is an inflammation of the skin that occurs when the person comes in contact with something that triggers an allergic response. It is not a life-threatening condition, but it is very…
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Home Remedy Psoriasis Treatments
November 30, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Psoriasis affects 7.7 million Americans, according to the National Psoriasis Foundation. Most skin cells mature in about a month; however, psoriasis skin cells mature more rapidly–within three to four days. Symptoms of psoriasis include dry, itchy skin, silver scales on…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Softball Outfielders
1. Hone Your Skills Outfielding takes a lot of skills. You need to run, throw, catch and dive for the ball. There’s a lot more space to cover in the outfield than your infield teammates have to deal with. To…
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How to keep your Sex Life Alive
November 29, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Do you remember what it was like when you first got together? I would almost be willing to bet you remember the first time he ever touched you. I am sure you remember the first time she kissed you. No…
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Information on Dong Quai
November 29, 2013 Women's Health
Overview Dong quai, Angelica sinensis, is also known as “female ginseng” or “lady ginseng.” Native to the mountainous regions of East Asia, it has been used there in traditional medicinal preparations for over a thousand years. The science suggests it…
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A List of Essential Needs For Tent Camping
Among of the most adventurous and memorable ways to spend an evening, tent camping offers an inexpensive opportunity to experience the great outdoors. While staying overnight in a tent can be a fun and engaging experience, insufficient planning and supplies…
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Health Benefits of Turmeric Herb
November 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Turmeric is a common cooking spice in South Asia and has also been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. A member of the ginger family, this bright yellow spice comes from the roots or rhizomes of the turmeric…
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Tips for Surviving a Difficult Economy for Newlyweds
November 29, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
As this article is being typed, it is nearing the end of 2010. Right now, the global economy is shaky at best. According to the news reports, the economy is slowly recovering. On the flip side, there have been numerous…
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Uses for Cranberry Capsules
Cranberry is a fruit native to North America. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports some evidence that cranberry juice and supplements may prevent or treat urinary tract infections. Studies have also been conducted to determine if cranberries can inhibit…
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White Bass Fishing Tips
White bass, also known as sand bass, are freshwater fish found in North American lakes and a few large rivers. As the smaller cousin of the striped bass, they typically weigh between 1 and 3 pounds but can rarely reach…
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Describe How the Skeletal System Responds to Exercise
Overview We all know that exercise strengthens our muscles, but what many don’t realize is that exercise is also beneficial to the bones and joints that comprise our skeletal system. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, exercise is…
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Smith Gym Exercises
The Smith machine, like other weight machines, offers a set movement path that acts as a safety while weight training. The American Council on Exercise points out that working on a specific path limits functionality but also allows you to…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Avoiding Poison Sumac
November 29, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
1. Sight Sumac You can’t avoid poison sumac if you don’t know what it looks like. Poison sumac is typically found in the southeastern United States and it thrives in boggy or swampy areas. The shrub can grow as tall…
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Difficult Child Behavior
November 29, 2013 Children's Health
Overview Difficult versus normal child behavior varies according to a child’s age and development, the norms of each family and societal expectations. For example, a short-lived tantrum in a 2 year old may be annoying, but a full-blown meltdown in…
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Goldenseal Root Healing Information
Overview The use of goldenseal as a natural healer has been traced back to Native American tribes, which used the herb to treat stomach ulcers, gonorrhea, mouth sores and irritated eyes. Goldenseal once grew uncultivated in the United States, but…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Water Polo Minor Fouls
1. Definition of Minor Foul A water polo minor foul is called if one player interferes with any other player who is holding the ball. If a player is holding the ball, the defensive players can grab, pull and swim…
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Benefits of Liver & Fish Oil
November 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Liver oil is derived from the liver of cod fish, while fish oil comes from the tissue of oily fish, such as sardines, tuna, mackerel and trout. Liver oil and fish oil are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, including eicosapentaenoic…
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List of Congenital Disease Types
The word congenital comes from the Latin word “congenitus,” meaning “born with.” A congenital disease is a disease or disorder that a baby is born with. Most people think that the term only refers to diseases that are hereditary. That…
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What Herbs Can be Useful to Clean the Kidney?
November 29, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
The kidneys are the body’s built-in liquid filtration system. They remove toxins from the body and assist in excretion. However, over time, toxic build-up in the kidneys may cause poor renal function, edema, kidney stones and possible kidney infections. Fortunately,…
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