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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Addiction Recovery Exercises
Addiction is characterized as a dependence on a substance despite the harm it causes in your life. The Mayo Clinic suggests that drug addiction often causes cravings for the substance, which is in part what makes it difficult to live…
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Teen Weight Loss Guide
November 27, 2013 Children's Health
Overview With the booming popularity of high-tech gadgets, social networking sites and instant entertainment, many teenagers lead a sedentary lifestyle. To add to unhealthy practices, processed and fast foods are cheap and readily available to young people, leading to weight…
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Things to Avoid on a first Date
There are just certain things you should avoid while on a first date, (and probably any other time). First dates can be a little scary, however if you avoid the “No No” list, you will have a better chance at…
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All You Need to Know About Genital Warts
November 27, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that genital warts, also known as condylomata, are a sexually transmitted disease caused by the human papillomavirus. About 1 percent of sexually active adults in the U.S. have genital warts. Genital…
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Closed Chain Hip Extensor Exercises
November 27, 2013 Closed Chain Hip Extensor Exercises
Closed kinetic chain exercises for hip extension are exercises in which the distal end of your leg is stationary and your body is fixed in position, either by a foot on the ground or with the use of a machine….
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What not to do on a first Date
Your first date was a success-or so you thought. The conversation went well. You laughed a lot. You wore the perfect outfit. But why hasn’t he called since this outing? As the days pass, you start to wonder: why isn’t…
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About South Beach Diet Phase 1
November 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The South Beach Diet disdains the low-fat, high-carbohydrate diets recommended by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the American Heart Association because they ignore the benefits of unsaturated fats and the deficiencies of highly processed carbs, according to “The…
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Exercises to Keep the Back Tight in Squats
The squat is a basic compound exercise used as both a training exercise and a competitive power lift. The lower back plays an important roll in squatting, and may often be a weakness needing to be addressed. There are several…
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Anxiety Mental Symptoms
November 27, 2013 Mental Health
While nearly everyone experiences anxiety occasionally, when it happens often or most of the time, it may be a mental illness. There are a few variations of anxiety illnesses that include generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder and separation anxiety,…
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Stress Free Ideas for your first Date
Everyone knows that first dates can be extremely stressful. Especially if you are a teenager. There are several stress-free ideas for your first date however. Going on double dates with friends is a sure fire way to ease the tension…
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Chinese Chicken Salad Nutrition Information
November 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Chinese chicken salad is a fresh and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as part of a healthy diet that focuses on variety, moderation and balancing diet with physical activity. Don’t be fooled by the “salad” label, however, because…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Taking Fish Oil While Pregnant
November 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Why Take Omega-3 Fats? Most care providers are now touting the effects of Omega-3s. Omega-3 fats protect the heart of adults decreasing the chance of heart conditions in the future. They also may increase brain function and elevate the…
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Chicken Caesar Salad Nutrition Facts
November 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Chicken Caesar salad can be enjoyed as part of a healthy diet that focuses on variety, moderation and balancing the diet with physical activity. However, just because it is a salad doesn’t mean there are no pitfalls; even something…
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Rehabilitative Exercises for the Neck
November 27, 2013 Rehabilitative Exercises for the Neck
Rehabilitative exercises for the neck will help improve your posture and re-train how your neck functions in your everyday life, states Necksolutions.com. The exercises will improve your neck and upper back fitness level, also. Do these exercises consistently. Use good…
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Anxiety Disorder Medication List
November 27, 2013 Mental Health
Anxiety disorders refer to a range of psychiatric conditions, including phobias, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), 40 million adults in the United…
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Gym Exercise Routines for Women
Women eventually need to use barbells and dumbbells in the gym to strengthen joint-stabilizing muscles. Paul Chek of the Corrective High-performance Exercise Kinesiology Institute advises says that the predominant use of machines by women has led to an increase in…
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Tests for Anxiety
November 27, 2013 Mental Health
According to the Mayo Clinic, anxiety can be a sudden and intense fear that often makes a person feel as if he has no control. Other symptoms may include: a sense of impending doom, hyperventilation, trembling and chest pain. When…
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Foods to Increase Stamina
November 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
If you imagine your body as a car, then food would be the fuel. To get optimal performance out of either a car or out of your body, you need to make sure that you are providing the highest quality…
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Ab Exercises for a Flat Stomach
Like most people, you want a flat and fit stomach. Unfortunately, you can’t attain one by simply exercising. Doing abdominal exercises without first shedding your midsection’s flabbiness will make your stomach gain muscle and enlarge. So, establish a healthy and…
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Resocialization Efforts Used in Drug Rehabs
Overview Drug addicts who are going through recovery must make many commitments before leaving drug rehabilitation if they expect to remain clean, report drug rehab counselors at Sober Recovery. In addition to deciding not to use drugs, they also must…
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Worst Things to do on a first Date
First dates usually have a whirlwind of emotions swirling about them. It can be difficult not to mentally jump ahead and picture yourself with this prospective partner. In most cases this is a first encounter that holds the possibility of…
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A Home Remedy for Wrinkles Under the Eyes
November 27, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview As people get older, skin begins to lose its elasticity and moisture. As a result, sagging and wrinkles appear. When collagen in the skin decreases, wrinkles start showing up on the face, neck and hands. The first wrinkles usually…
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Brahmi Uses
The brahmi herb is traditionally used in Indian Ayurvedic medicine. Brahmi, which is also known as bacopa, is often used as a treatment for an array of illnesses, including problems with the brain, nervous system, respiratory system, digestive tract and…
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Men first Date Clothes
Dating, in its entirety, can be difficult, and the first date is always the most difficult. You may be anxious because you’ve never met the woman before or you are going on a date with the girl of your dreams….
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The Effects of Energy Drink Ingestion on Alcohol Intoxication
November 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Combining energy drinks with alcohol is gaining popularity. According to a report published by the Marin Institute in 2007, 34 percent of adults ages 18 to 24 report regular energy drink consumption. Beverage companies have monopolized upon this trend by…
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Dating Mistakes that People Make on a first Date
It is easy to fall into making a dating forepart on your first date, and many people will forgive you one or two of these, after all you are both nervous and probably drinking a little too much to compensate….
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How to Impress a Girl
Boys are seen roaming around girls desperately trying to impress them and win their love for them without realizing the fact that sensible and intelligent girls don’t get impressed by mere artificialities, show off and flaunting and lavish use of…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Avoiding Hypoglycemia, Or Low Blood Sugar
1. You Don’t Need Sugar Avoiding hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar as it’s commonly called, does not mean that you need to eat more sugar. In fact, eating more simple sugars or sucrose (white sugar) found in your sugar bowl,…
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Home Cures for Sinus Infection
If tapping the forehead just over the eyes, the cheekbones or the area around the bridge of the nose causes pain, the sinuses may be infected. Sinus infection, or sinusitis, can be either acute or chronic. Acute sinusitis may be…
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Benefits of Water Aerobics
November 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
A high level of fitness can be attained through various modes of physical activity. Treadmill walking or running, resistance training and group exercise classes have become traditional means by which you can improve your general fitness level. However, you also…
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