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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Baby Delivery Options
November 26, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Babies can enter the world in one of several ways. Since babies don’t have much say in the matter, the decision for which delivery option is best falls to his mother, or, more often, to his mother’s medical practitioner. The…
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Alcohol Withdrawal Signs & Symptoms
Alcohol withdrawal refers to the symptoms that occur when alcohol-dependent persons stop drinking. Normally, the brain balances signals that excite and depress the brain. Alcohol alters this balance, depressing the brain. Over time, the brain adjusts, producing more substances that…
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Causes of Alcoholism in Women
Women have some of the same risk factors for alcoholism as men, but certain life experiences may affect women more than men. Women may turn to alcohol to gain control over their lives, deal with medical or psychological conditions facing…
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Abusive Relationships and Low self Esteem
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
People who find themselves in abusive relationships will suffer some awful consequences, not the least of which will be a low self-esteem. It is entirely possible that they started out that way, long before this relationship, and the problem will…
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Coping with the Death of a Loved one
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
Thoughts and beliefs, critical choices you make, are the underpinnings of the attitude you take toward loss. Beliefs are behind everything we do in life. They are the major factors in how you will cope with your loss, and to…
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What Are the Medication Treatments for Dementia?
November 26, 2013 Senior Health
Currently, there is no cure for dementia. According to the University of California-San Francisco, the goal of medication treatment with this population is to slow the neurodegenerative progression of the disease, address accompanying erratic or impulsive behavioral issues, and essentially…
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How Many Different Kinds of Push Ups Are There?
November 26, 2013 How Many Different Kinds of Push Ups Are There?
Push ups are a common and popular bodyweight upper-body exercise. There many push up variations, all of which affect the body in different ways. Part of their popularity stems from the fact that you can perform push ups virtually anywhere….
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Abuse in Foster Homes
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
I have read countless stories of abuse in foster homes. These abuses range from making slaves of foster children to the tragic story of eleven year old Haleigh Poutre who was beaten into a coma after the Department of Social…
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How to Get Rid of a Jelly Belly
Overview Getting rid of a jelly belly is a popular goal for both men and women. Whether you’re trying to lose extra weight or simply looking to tone up, the stomach area is often the object of much misery among…
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Domestic Violence Bruised Underneath the Skin
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
Family is assumed as the safest place within the boundaries of society where we enjoy the love, support and warmness of relationships. Do you notice loud noises coming out from your neighbor’s house more often? It might be possible that…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Preventing Diarrhea
1. Prevention Plan Preventing diarrhea may be as simple as identifying the root of your problem. If you suffer from bouts of diarrhea after eating at a restaurant, for example, pay attention to the foods you eat there. Diarrhea may…
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Why do Abusers Abuse
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
No Excuse for Domestic Violence Domestic Violence has haunted our homes and societies since the beginning of time. The way in which it is viewed however, has surely been altered to some great extent due to its impact on children,…
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Way to help when your Friend is Grieving
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
Best intentions can often go haywire when you are trying to be there to help someone handle their grief. Often time’s people think they have to say something to a grieving person to help them. This lesson is hard to…
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Agnus Castus Information
November 26, 2013 Women's Health
Overview The fruit of agnus castus is scientifically proven to help common symptoms associated with the female reproductive system. Native to Northern Africa and Southern Europe, it can grow in 20 U.S. states from California to Florida. Some states, including…
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Tea Tree Oil Information
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview A steam distillation method is used to extract tea tree oil from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia plant. This pungent smelling oil contains anti-bacterial properties that defeat antibiotic resistant bacterium. Originally used in Australia, tea tree oil is…
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Weight Loss Tips for Summer
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The best laid plans of losing weight are often followed by frustration when your goals aren’t met as quickly as you’d like. If this happens, your goals may be unrealistic, so you need to reevaluate your plan. View healthy food…
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Kettlebell Information
Overview Russians and most Europeans have used kettlebell training for more than 200 years for strength and power conditioning. This old training method is gaining popularity among fitness professionals, martial artists, and athletes today as more people become educated and…
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Colon Cleanser Warnings
Colon cleansers refer to supplements sold to help remove toxins from the colon and intestinal tract. The ingredients in the supplement work as a laxative and help you produce multiple bowel movements to remove waste. It is believed by proponents…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Vastus Intermedius Muscles
1. Comprising the Quadricep Muscle Trainers, athletes and sports enthusiasts frequently talk about the quadricep muscle of the front lateral part of the leg. The quadriceps or “quads” are so called because they’re made up of four inter-working muscles. One…
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How to Cope with Grief
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
Are you so overcome with grief that you do not know what to do? Vast amounts of people deal with this during some time of their lives, but you can be okay. Take heed of the following tips to aid…
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Childhood Abuse how to Move on
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
First, if you are a survivor of childhood abuse, please stop blaming yourself. No one can control the actions of another, especially if you’re a child. Next, you will be able to move past this. Just as you could not…
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Colon Cleansing Supplements
Colon cleansing supplements are products used to stimulate bowel movements, and are purported by advocates to remove unhealthy toxins from the body. Products are available over the counter at most retail pharmacies. However, according to the Mayo Clinic, the body…
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Recognizing the Signs of Abuse in a Relationship
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
What is abuse? Abuse is mistreatment that is directed at one by another. Abuse occurs because one seeks power and control over another. Those who seek power and control, will use abusive behaviors to maintain their power over others. There…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Chest Fly Exercises
1. Portable Pectoral Exercises Chest fly exercises are convenient. They’re an easy way to work the pectoral muscles without needing a barbell or in some cases even a weightlifting bench. Unlike machines that take up a lot of space and…
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Signs that you are a Victim of Emotional Abuse
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
Are you already a victim of emotional abuse? Take heed because it is possible that you are not even aware of it. If you have the following signs, it is time to rethink your life over. Start by identifying areas…
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Infant Jaundice Symptoms
Jaundice is a condition experienced to some degree by most newborns due an immature liver’s inability to filter bilirubin. The byproduct of broken down red blood cells, increased bilirubin is common in newborn babies and generally does not require treatment….
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Shoulder Exercises With a Band
Your shoulders, or deltoids, are made up of three major and numerous minor muscles. Your anterior, medial and posterior deltoids make up the front, side and back of your shoulders respectively, and are responsible for gross movements such as shoulder…
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The Benefits of Reducing Cholesterol
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Believe it or not, cholesterol isn’t bad. Some of it is necessary for your body to function. When cholesterol levels are too high (or too low in the case of good cholesterol) problems occur. These aren’t small problems either–they’re bodily…
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Making Decisions while You’re Grieving – Yes
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
The sad truth is that people who are grieving have no choice but to make financial decisions. It’s the way life is. Fortunately, many people pre-pay for their funerals and take the time to draw up good wills, but even…
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We are all Guilty of Assisted Suicide in some Form – Yes
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
Doctor Kevorkian, the death doctor, has assisted several terminally ill people in scumming to suicide;. For that he was sentenced to prison. The laws want this act to be a crime of murder;. The high view of moral concern is…
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