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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HIV AIDS Symptoms
November 27, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is the final stage of HIV infection. Discovered in the early 1980s, AIDS is a disease that reduces the effectiveness of the immune system. AIDS is the fifth leading cause of death among people age…
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Common Causes of Low Blood Pressure
While most people are concerned about having blood pressure that is too high, blood pressure that drops too low (hypotension) can also cause complications. According to the American Heart Association, there is no set number for blood pressure that is…
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What Causes Jaundice in Newborns?
Jaundice refers to a buildup of bilirubin that causes the skin and eyes to yellow. Jaundice is a common condition in newborns, and may be caused for a variety of reasons. Some types are more common and require no treatment,…
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How to get to a second Date
Forget Women’s Lib- Give Me a Knight on a White Horse! Women, especially those who haven’t dated in a while, think they know how men expect them to act, but they don’t! Here are a few TABBOOS for your next…
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Symptoms of Emotional Abuse
November 27, 2013 Crisis Support
Symptoms of Emotional Abuse – Emotional abuse is a form of domestic violence and is never okay. There is a common misconception that emotional abuse is not as damaging as physical abuse. Of course that is not true. Emotional abuse…
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5 Things You Need to Know About a Track Warmup
1. Keep on Track All track athletes should warm up before competing. No matter how fast, how well conditioned, how superior to your competition you may be, competing at max intensity without warming up greatly increases your chance of injury….
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Side Effects of Turmeric
November 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Turmeric is an herb commonly found in Indian and Asian foods. Turmeric is used in Chinese herbal medicine and Ayurvedic medicine to improve liver function, relieve arthritis pain, help regulate menstruation, relieve heartburn and treat ulcers, among other uses. However,…
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Types of Human Skin Rashes
November 27, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
A rash is a condition of irritation or inflammation of the skin. Rashes have many forms with some being flat or scaly, and others being red, raised or blistery. They might be confined to a small area of the skin…
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Similarities between Verbal Abuse and Bullying
November 27, 2013 Crisis Support
A verbal abuser IS a bully. The two go hand in hand. The bully and the verbal abuser want their victims to feel bad about themselves and most times, they accomplish just that. They have no sympathy or empathy for their victims…
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The Best Ways to Lose Weight & Gain Muscle
November 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
When working to lose weight and build muscle, it is important to understand that these goals do not have to be independent of each other. Accomplishing both doesn’t have to be hard. It takes a little bit of nutritional understanding…
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5 Things You Need to Know About the Glycemic Index Diet
November 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Glycemic Index 101 Diabetics have used the glycemic index diet as a means for controlling their blood sugar, but now non-diabetics are using it as a means of maintain energy levels while controlling weight. The diet revolves around the…
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Exercises to Increase Family Communication
Communication in families flows between parents, between parents and children and between siblings. According to the University of Florida, “Effective family communication maintains positive, healthy relationships, helps solve problems and lowers stress.” Communication among family members may suffer due to…
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Difference Between Triathlon & Road Bikes
Overview A triathlon bike is a specialized road bike designed to optimize aerodynamics for increased performance. During the bike leg of a triathlon participants are not permitted to ride in the draft of other riders and must ride through the…
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Fiber Foods
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Dietary fiber, also known as roughage, is made up of the parts of foods like skin, rind, seeds and stalks that your intestines can’t digest or absorb. However, fiber plays a significant role in health by absorbing bad nutrients, like…
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Types of Probiotics
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Probiotics are organisms which live in the intestinal tract and assist the body in the digestion of food and absorption of nutrients. Food manufacturers, namely yogurt brands, have introduced probiotics as ingredients, touting their ability to regulate the digestive system….
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Herbs That Are Good for Liver
The liver is in charge of breaking down and filtering toxins, as well as medicines and other substances in the body. Unless it gets seriously out of order, chances are you won’t ever think about your liver at all. If…
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First Date Mistakes Men Make
It will be very exciting when you are about to meet your date for the first time in your life time. You may be very anxious in seeing who that person is after you have been talking to each other…
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The Best Home Cardio Machines
Exercising and staying fit can lower blood pressure, improved cholesterol and decreased your risk of developing diabetes and heart disease. But joining a gym can be somewhat intimidating if you are not sure what you are doing. An in-home cardio…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Smoking Cessation
1. Kick the Poisonous Habit Most smokers know why they should quit, but because nicotine is just as addictive as cocaine or heroin, they don’t know how to do it. In a report by Jack Henningfield for the National Institute…
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Uses of Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is a holistic healing art that uses essential oils to treat certain conditions and create mental states. In her book “Natural Beauty at Home,” Janice Cox says that aromatherapy has been used for more than 5,000 years and dates…
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How to Stay Cool on a first Date
For that important first date, coolness is an absolute necessity. There’s an old saying about it that originated as advice in business negotiations: never let them see you sweat. The same applies on staying cool on that first date. You…
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The Best Toys for the Development of Babies
November 26, 2013 Children's Health
Your baby will grow rapidly from birth to 18 months. The right toys help his development by encouraging new skills just as he is ready to learn them. He learns to get active, crawl, walk, develop language skills, build on…
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HIV Screening Tests
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Of the more than 1 million persons in the United States living with HIV/AIDS, an estimated 21 percent are unaware they are infected.” Early testing of individuals who have been exposed…
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Child Molestation and Abuse
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
Simply just imagining the horrors of child abuse and molestation leaves most in a crippling overflow of tears and sympathy—but what about the victims? What about those who had to be touched, hurt, and have their trusts (maybe even bones)…
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Abuse from Men Women and Abuse Domestic Abuse Reasons for Abuse of Women
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
Why doesn’t she just leave? There is a reason why. Women tolerate abuse from their husbands and boyfriends because they want the violence to end, not the love. They love their husbands and boyfriends. They know that he, too, if…
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Exercise & Gestational Diabetes
Overview Gestational diabetes affects two to ten percent of all pregnancies, according to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. It brings additional challenges to the experience of pregnancy. Your health care provider will prescribe treatments that will help you…
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The Best Herbal Meds For Menopause
November 26, 2013 Mental Health
Menopause is defined as the point when a woman ceases to menstruate. It ranges for a period of about one year following the last menstrual cycle a woman experiences. During this time, the woman’s hormonal balance changes, often triggering a…
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What Are the Treatments for Flu in Kids?
Almost every kid gets the flu from time to time. Most recover without medical care. However, says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), each year over 20,000 kids are hospitalized for complications related to flu. Supportive care is…
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How to Stay Cool on a first Date
Does your heart speed up to double-time when you think of your approaching first date? There’s no reason to be so nervous. Remember, this person wouldn’t be on a date with you in the first place if they didn’t see some…
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Natural Dandruff Remedies
November 26, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Dandruff is a chronic skin condition that causes flaking and itching on the scalp. Dandruff can be caused by eczema, psoriasis, oily skin or fungal infection. Although anti-dandruff shampoos are available to treat the condition, you can try natural remedies…
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