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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Coconut Milk Nutrition Information
Overview Coconut milk is one of many edible products available from coconuts, along with coconut meat, coconut oil and coconut juice. Coconut milk is defined as the liquid expressed from the meat of the coconut with water added. Calories and…
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Muscle Building for Teens
November 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Teens should perform regular resistance exercise to build muscle mass and strength, according to strength and conditioning specialists Thomas Baechle and Roger Earle. Resistance training for teens has been a controversial topic due to concerns about disrupting normal growth…
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Raw Honey Uses
Bee Wilson, British food journalist and author, in her book, “The Hive: The Story of the Honeybee and Us,” quotes the fifth century Greek doctor, Hippocrates, the father of medicine, with stating that honey “cleans sores and ulcers of the…
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Great Ways to say i Love you
November 29, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Saying “I love you” can become pretty meaningless if it is glibly spoken too often. Declaring “I love you” is a different matter altogether. Deeds, not words, become important. As my Irish granny used to say, “It’s easy to promise…
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Healthy Meals in Minutes
November 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Whole, fresh foods most often provide the most vitamins, minerals and nutrients that your body needs, but they’re not always convenient or quick to prepare. But you don’t need to spend all day to eat healthy meals. If you make…
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Types of Asthma Inhalers
Asthma is an inflammatory disease that affects the airways. It is caused by allergens and other conditions like exercise. In asthma, the airways become constricted and result in wheezing or difficulty breathing, coughing and chest tightness. This disease is treated…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Side Stepping
1. Begin With the Basics Side stepping is one of the most basic of moves in skiing, but also one of the most essential. Knowing how to side step develops your confidence and helps you become more in tune with…
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Natural Remedies to Treat Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease that occurs when skin cells accumulate at an abnormally high rate. This unnatural buildup results in the formation of thick, silver-colored scales on the skin that can also cause dry, red patches. Psoriasis may…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Ball Taps
1. Like Metal Drum Sticks A ball tap is the front tap piece on the bottom of a tap shoe. Two affixed lightweight metal taps at the bottom of a dance shoe are utilized in tap dancing to tap out…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Lacrosse Equipment
1. Carry Any Size Stick The stick is the most important piece of equipment for any lacrosse player. The main parts of lacrosse sticks are the shaft, the head and the pocket. It can range from 40 to 72 inches…
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Dealing with your or your Spouses Sexual Past
November 29, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Dealing with your spouse’s sexual past: Once you pass the age of about 21 it is quite common for a person to have had at least one or two sexual partners already (for most people – nothing wrong if that’s…
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Tips for Crutches
Many conditions and injuries to the lower extremities make it necessary for a person to walk with some level of limitation to weight-bearing, or simply with additional support. Major benefits of crutches include broadening the base of support and balance…
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Great Gift Ideas for an Anniversary
November 29, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
The best gift idea for an anniversary is to celebrate this important milestone in your life. Anniversaries can get brushed to the side, forgotten, or acknowledged with a simple, “Happy Anniversary” as you slip out the door to work, but…
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Dribble Basketball Rules for Kids
Dribbling is the most common way to move the ball up the basketball court. It requires skill and solid technique. While it may seem simple, it is actually difficult for players of all ages. Players must master many aspects of…
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Dementia Treatment Options
November 29, 2013 Dementia Treatment Options
Dementia produces a multitude of stressors on the individual as well as for those who care for them. In a 2010 report from the Family Caregiver Alliance, more than 65% of care services take place in the home environment among…
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Natural Benefits of Maca
November 29, 2013 Men's Health
The root of the maca plant grows high in the mountains of Peru and has been used for centuries by the people of South America to promote energy and hormonal balance, according to Stanford University’s Wellsphere website. It has often…
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Natural Remedies for Toenail Fungus
November 29, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Toenail fungus is an uncomfortable and persistent problem caused by a living fungus that gets under the nail and takes root. The fungus, called onychomycosis, thrives in dark, warm environments, such as under a nail, and can be caused by…
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Why Sex is Important in the Marriage
November 29, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Love accompanied by sex is the greatest gift that God has given to mankind for developing a relationship, creating close bondage, procreation and to move ahead in life as good companions. Without physical intimacy and sex, human generation would not…
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Foods Which Contain Gluten & Wheat
People with celiac disease need to avoid the protein gluten to prevent an immune reaction in the small intestine. This reaction causes inflammation and prevents nutrient absorption. Those with a wheat allergy or intolerance should avoid wheat to prevent allergic…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Wide Child’s Pose
November 29, 2013 Children's Health
1. Child’s Pose Vs. Wide Child’s Pose Child’s pose, otherwise known as Balasana, is a popular yoga posture that allows your body to feel fully relaxed even while it’s working. The same holds true for wide child’s pose. With child’s…
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Lemon and Cayenne Pepper Cleanse
November 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The late Stanley Burroughs was a pioneer in alternative health care, although he had no medical degrees, he was known for his research of toxemia, a clinical syndrome caused by toxic substances in the blood. In 1941, he was…
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Major Types of Yoga
November 29, 2013 Mental Health
Studies show that practicing yoga regularly can be an effective way of dealing with stress and anxiety. The Mayo Clinic’s article, “Yoga: Tap into the many health benefits of yoga” discusses various health benefits of yoga, including stress and anxiety…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Dried Goji Berries
November 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. On a Berry Search Dried goji berries, also known as wolfberries, are a fruit that look very similar to red raisins. These berries, which have a tangy sweet and sour taste, grow as a plump, bright red berry on…
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Great Gift Ideas for an Anniversary
November 29, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
A wedding anniversary reminds us of the day that we decided to spend our lives together. It is a time for reflection and celebration. Finding a great gift that will honor the importance of the moment is almost as important…
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Natural Ways to Go Into Labor
November 29, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Many women begin to get impatient as their due dates approach. You may be experiencing extreme discomfort, mixed with anxiety and excitement, by the end of your pregnancy. It is not recommended that you try to induce labor on your…
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Lateral Shoulder Exercises
Shoulder muscles, which are also called deltoids, are made up of three heads: the anterior or front deltoid, the posterior or rear deltoid and the side or medial deltoid (sometimes called the lateral deltoid). The medial or lateral deltoid muscle…
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Abnormal Pap Smear Stages
November 29, 2013 Women's Health
The Pap smear is a test used to distinguish normal cells from abnormal cells in the cervix. During a pelvic exam, a physician scrapes some cells from your cervix and smears them on a slide, and then sends it to…
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Uses for Tumeric
November 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Also known as Curcuma longa Linn, tumeric is botanically related to ginger. Curcumin, the compound that gives it its yellow color, is known for its healing properties and is made from the dried roots of the tumeric plant. Tumeric has…
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Should you tell your Spouse everything – No
November 29, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Should you share everything with your partner? While trust is absolutely essential to a healthy marriage, there are things that do not need to be shared with your spouse. Most people will have a secret or information that they would…
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Gluten Free Food List
November 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. A similar protein is found in oats, and it is recommended when avoiding gluten to avoid oats as well. People with gluten intolerance need to avoid these foods and their…
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