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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Types of Body Massages
November 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Massage is an ancient modality that has been practiced as far back as 3000 BC, as seen in the historic Chinese book Cong-Fu of the Toa-Tse. As history progressed, massage evolved into several different modalities, each with their own therapeutic…
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Exercises to Get Abs Fast
When you want to get abs fast, you need to do exercises that target your whole abdominal area. This includes your lower abs, upper abs and obliques, which are the muscles found on the sides of your ribcage. But to…
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PMS Herbal Supplements
November 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
It is still not clear if herbs are truly effective as treatments for the bloating, mood swings, migraines and other symptoms often associated with premenstrual syndrome, or PMS. Limited clinical trials, most lasting no more than six months, leave scientists…
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Swapping Partners
November 29, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Talk about a Pandora’s box! Partner swapping has all the elements needed to worm damage through an otherwise healthy relationship. The marriage becomes like a block of Swiss cheese…at any given time you can slice into the relationship and find…
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What Are the Benefits of Taking Wheatgrass?
There are a number of benefits of taking wheatgrass due to its high vitamin content. Wheatgrass is an extremely potent substance, so you will notice health benefits with small quantities and within a short period of time. Some of the…
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Breast Cancer Surgical Procedures
Breast cancer develops from uncontrolled cell proliferation in the breast, leading to the development of a tumor that can spread to the lymph nodes and throughout the body. Breast tumors differ in their appearance, invasiveness and severity, but most breast…
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How to Show Compassion to a Friend with a Child with Autism
November 29, 2013 Friends and Peers
People wear their morality on their sleeve when seen interacting with the elderly and those with disabilities. This is more than just sentiment. The title in question is “How to show compassion to a friend with an autistic child”. Unfortunately…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Cures for Cold Sores
1. Don’t Do Anything Cold sores, or herpes simplex virus type 1, are small, fluid-filled blisters around the mouth. They are painful and can make you miserable. Previously thought to be unrelated to genital herpes, also known as herpes simplex…
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Yoga Exercises for Eyes
Just like any other muscle in your body, you need to exercise your eyes to keep them strong and healthy, states ABC-of-Yoga.com. Yoga eye exercises can help to strengthen and tone your eye muscles, increase the blood circulation to your…
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How the Violence in Media Affects Children
November 29, 2013 Senior Health
Overview Children in the United States spend up to 4 hours watching television every day in the 21st century, according to the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Male teenagers, on average, play video games another 60 minutes a…
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Rash That Looks Like Goosebumps
November 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Some people grow up with a constant or reappearing rash on the skin that looks like goosebumps, but do not know what the condition is or where it came from. The condition does not pose a problem for most,…
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Exercises to Improve Running
Whether you want to win a race or just feel good for a three-mile run–if you want to improve at running you better be prepared to run. Putting in the time on your feet and rubbing the rubber off the…
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Top 10 Signs of Pregnancy
November 29, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
According to the March of Dimes, 8 million babies are born each year in the United States. From the beginning, the process was the same: A fertilized egg implanted into the wall of the uterus and began to develop. Although…
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REWORKED: 5 Things You Need to Know About Coping With Male Pattern Baldness
1. Pull Yourself Together Male pattern baldness may be one of the most difficult things for a man to deal with. There are two distinct patterns that begin with either a receding hairline or balding on the crown, and the…
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What to do about Male Low Libido
November 29, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Low libido in men, particularly in a marriage, is often due to boredom and or tiredness. First, you have to rule out all possible physical causes including side-affects of medications being taken. Then one should take a close look at…
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Gym Weight Loss Tips
The gym is an excellent place to lose weight, since they typically offer you a variety of exercise options. Whether you need non-impact exercise, want fat-burning choices, or wish to build muscle as you lose weight, there is something to…
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Atkins Low Carb Diet
November 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The Atkins Nutritional Approach is essentially a low-carbohydrate diet studied by several prestigious medical and educational institutions worldwide, with mixed reviews. The Atkins plan is a four-phase approach: the “Induction” phase, the “Ongoing Weight Loss” or OWL phase, the…
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Which Yoga Poses Are Not Safe During Pregnancy?
According to a study published in Complementary Therapy Clinical Practice in 2008, practicing yoga during pregnancy can decrease discomfort during labor, improve comfort before and after labor, and shorten the actual time in labor. However, the American Pregnancy Association warns…
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Causes of Shoulder Impingement
When raising an arm causes shoulder pain, the rotator cuff muscles are having difficulty sliding beneath the shoulder’s supportive bones. This condition is termed shoulder impingement and results in limited mobility. The space reserved for function of the shoulder muscles…
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Delight Hottest Satisfy Spouse Ways
November 29, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
When sex becomes relegated to a Friday night after steak, egg and chips, then it is time to take a look at heating things up again. Be adventurous and creative, but above all else, be bold. Here are a few…
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About Restless Leg Syndrome
November 29, 2013 Mental Health
Overview Restless leg syndrome, or RLS, is a condition where abnormal signals from the nervous system cause an uncontrollable urge to move the legs. The symptoms of this condition tend to be worse at night. The need to constantly move…
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Details About MS Symptoms
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a degenerative disorder characterized by episodes of neurological symptoms followed by long periods of remission. Typically, as the disease progresses, symptoms become more severe and remission periods lessen. In MS, the protective covering of nerve cells…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Side By Side Racing
1. Match my Side Side by side racing is more properly known as match racing, where rowing shells are raced straight down a course of either imaginary or buoyed lanes, and the first boat to the finish line wins. 2….
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Natural Herbs & Menopause
November 29, 2013 Women's Health
Overview In the United States menopause occurs in women, on average, at age 51. Menopause is defined as cessation of menstrual periods for 12 consecutive months. Most women experience a variety of uncomfortable symptoms during perimenopause, which often lasts for…
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Swapping Partners
November 29, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Sometimes swapping partners can be a can be a spontaneous, memorable evening with two trusting couples when the wine is flowing and the sexual energy is high, or it can add spark to an otherwise dull relationship where there’s little…
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Easy Exercises for a Flat Stomach
Getting a flat stomach is a goal that takes discipline and restriction. The restrictive part comes into play when you sit down to eat every night. Your diet needs to be low in fat and high in nutrients. The discipline…
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Old Home Remedies for Cramps
November 29, 2013 Women's Health
Most women have experienced painful cramps at some point. A monthly period often brings with it bloating and sharp pains across the belly and back. Since the average period lasts from five to seven days, the cramps can be debilitating…
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Health Uses for Herbs & Spices
November 29, 2013 Health Uses for Herbs & Spices
Herbs and spices have been traded as valuable commodities for thousands of years. The legendary “Silk Road” brought new uses and types of herbs and spices to faraway places and people. Plants have been used as the first medicines, seasonings,…
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Herbs to Treat a Burn
November 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Burns can be caused by fire, the sun’s radiation, or exposure to heat, chemicals or electricity. Burns hurt more than most wounds because they damage directly a large number of nerve endings, causing intense pain. If you’ve suffered a small…
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Evening Primrose Side Effects
The active ingredients of evening primrose oil are two types of omega-6 fatty acids: linoleic acid and gamma-linolenic acid. Your body needs these essential acids to perform everyday functions, and limited research suggests they may have health benefits, too, but…
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