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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Frozen Yogurt Nutrition
November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Frozen yogurt is a delicious treat that can benefit health when eaten as part of a healthy diet that is balanced with physical activity. However, not all frozen yogurts are created equal. Knowing some simple facts about frozen yogurt…
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Natural Psoriasis Remedies
November 28, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Approximately 2 percent of the people in the United States suffer from psoriasis, according to the Bastyr Center for Natural Health. This condition causes skin cells to grow to quickly, resulting in areas of silvery scales. Lesions may also become…
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Weight Loss That Really Works
Overview A successful weight loss plan requires making changes to your eating habits and activity levels that you can maintain for the rest of your life, according to the Weight-control Information Network. In order to make lasting changes in your…
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How to Change your last name after Marriage
November 28, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
When many women get married, one of the first things they often want to do is to change their last name. It seems as though it would be a long and complicated process, and in some cases, it is. In…
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What Effects Does UV Radiation Have on the Skin?
The sun emits ultraviolet A (UVA), ultraviolet B (UVB) and ultraviolet C (UVC) rays. However, UVC rays do not have any effect on the skin because they are completely absorbed by atmospheric ozone and, hence, do not reach the skin….
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Helpful Tips for Sensory Integration Disorder
Sensory integration disorders impact how an individual interprets sensory stimuli, such as touch, movement, sounds and sights. These individuals are often clumsy and struggle to remain alert enough to learn, yet calm enough to avoid meltdowns. Providing the sensory stimulation…
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Fencing Training Tips
November 28, 2013 Fencing Training Tips
Fencing is a sport played by two people, each dressed in protective gear and holding swords. There are many different types of fencing, including foil, epee and sabre. Foil is the most popular type of fencing, although all three types…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Marathon Races
1. Ties to Athens Marathon races are long-distance races that are typically 26.2 miles long. The marathon has been around since ancient Grecian times and continues to be a favorite Olympic sport. Marathon races are popular amongst runners worldwide. Both…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Zinc
November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Zinc as a Growth Mineral Zinc is mineral that is found in almost every cell in our bodies. It is responsible for stimulating about 100 enzymes and is responsible for many biochemical reactions that take place in our bodies….
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Stress Management & Meditation Exercises
November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Everybody experiences stress. You might feel stressed and anxious when finding out that your company is laying off people, when your daughter has a meltdown in a clothing store over a hot pink tutu or when your mother-in-law tells you…
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Causes for Sinus Pain
Sinus pain is a common symptom of sinus infection, seasonal allergies or the common cold. Sinus pain can cause headaches, earaches and toothaches, according to the Mayo Clinic. Sinus pain is not normal. The most typical causes for sinus pain…
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Autoimmune Diseases With Symptoms of Weight Loss
November 28, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Autoimmune diseases are a diverse group of illnesses caused by misdirected immune system activity. Normally, the immune system’s sophisticated seek-and-destroy activities target only invading organisms. With autoimmune diseases, the immune system mistakenly attacks various tissues within the body causing damage,…
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Workouts to Lose Weight Without Pills
November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
To lose weight without using pills or supplements, it is imperative to make workouts challenging, effective, focused and consistent. Specific workouts will promote weight loss whether or not you take pills. Pills may give an added boost to a workout,…
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Dealing with the Ups and Downs of a Married Life
November 28, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
It’s normal for every married couple to experience ups and downs in their relationship. Fortunately, there are a number of attitudes you can adopt to help you deal with the low moments. This is critical, because it’s how you deal…
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BSN NO-Xplode Side Effects
NO-Xplode is a pre-workout energy booster drink mix that is often used by bodybuilders, athletes and anyone looking to increase energy, improve muscular performance and build muscle mass. According to BSN’s product label, the ingredients in NO-Xplode also increase focus,…
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Benefits of Green Tea Extract
November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Green tea extract is a popular herbal supplement found in most grocery stores, pharmacies, and natural health or vitamin stores around the globe. Green tea extract contains antioxidant properties that offer a variety of benefits to health and wellness, prompted…
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Exercises for the Ab Lounge
The Ab Lounge is designed to allow you to tighten and tone your midsection at home. It’s easy to assemble and stores away for storage. Start by performing a few repetitions of each exercise and as your core becomes stronger…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Karate Weapons
1. The Simplicity of Karate Weapons Karate weapons have an interesting history, as does the martial art itself. Okinawa banned the Chinese and Japanese from possessing any weapons during a long period of oppression. However, humans are tool-makers and the…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Teens And Peer Pressure
November 28, 2013 Children's Health
1. C’mon, Everybody’s Doing it Teens can pressure each other into a variety of things–doing drugs, having sex, drinking, driving dangerously and shoplifting, just to name a few. The negative peer pressure may be as blatant as coaxing or it…
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Activities for a 2-Month-Old Infant
For your baby’s first month, all he seemed to do was eat, sleep, and dirty diapers. By the time babies reach two months old, however, they start to spend more time awake, are more alert, and start to develop a…
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Tips to Spice up a Boring Marriage
November 28, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
After several years of marriage, it is natural that things fall into a boring routine. Couples may tend to get used to one another and there is no longer an effort from both husband and wife to put their best…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Karate Empty Handed Forms
1. The Movement of Karate Empty Handed Forms Karate means “empty hand” in a general sense of the translation of the word. A karate form, also known as kata, is essentially a series of moves comprised of basic karate techniques…
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Can Walking Help Weight Loss?
November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview According to the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, there are 34 million obese adults in the United States as of 2010. Losing weight is a topic of primary concern for most people, and exercise is a fundamental…
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Herbs for Cholesterol
Cholesterol and heart disease can lead to a shorter lifespan. As an alternative to prescription cholesterol remedies, some herbal treatments have shown promise in lowering cholesterol. Before starting an herbal approach to your health care, contact a doctor or other…
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Bully Abusive Blow up Dictating Controlling Demanding Domineering Responsible Husbands
November 28, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
My husband and I have been married for a little over two years. When I first met him he seemed very charming and sweet. After we married it was like a different person moved into his body. This is a…
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Should a Marriage be Saved Strictly for the Childrens Sake – No
November 28, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
A marriage is one of the most special of relationships. The relationship that was given to us was one of promise. The promise to stay together at all cost. A sacred commitment between two people that should be honored by…
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Uses for Horsetail Herbs
November 28, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Horsetail is a nonflowering perennial weed descended from much larger, tree-like plants that flourished during the Paleozoic era, says the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC). Its use in herbal medicine is traced back to ancient Greece and Rome. Horsetail,…
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Stomach Exercises to Get a Flat Stomach
To get a flat stomach, you must have low body fat and perform exercises to develop the rectus abdominis. The rectus abdominis is the wall of front abdominal muscle that creates the six pack. The rectus abdominis can flatten the…
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5 Things You Need to Know About 1-2 Punch
1. Stand Up and Fight The boxing stance is the cornerstone for throwing punches. Place your feet shoulder-width apart with your weight equally balanced on both legs. Right-handed boxers stand squarely with their left foot in front. Left-handed boxers lead…
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A List of Medications for Bipolar Manic Depression
November 28, 2013 Mental Health
According to the American Psychiatric Association, bipolar disorders affect approximately 1.6 percent of the population. Currently, bipolar disorders include bipolar I and bipolar II. Previously, these were not differentiated and this disorder was known as manic depression. Typically, mood stabilizing…
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