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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Lung Cancer Process
Overview Lung cancer is one of the more common cancers in the United States. According to the National Cancer Institute, more than 219,000 cases of lung cancer were diagnosed in 2009. Not all cases of lung cancer are the same…
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3 Ways to Take Precautions on a Macrobiotic Diet
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Get Your Vitamins The macrobiotic diet eliminates foods from the diet that contribute to many illnesses and ailments. By reducing the processed foods and animal byproducts, which include dairy, meat and eggs, the body can provide good health and…
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Softball Rules & Terms
Competitive softball is one of the most popular women’s sports in the United States. It is played by girls at the youth, high school, college and professional level. Pitchers tend to dominate this sport as they can throw the softball…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Anti Aging Skin Care Products
November 26, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
1. Ask the Magic Mirror By the time you start noticing the wrinkles and sagging skin on your face and all over your body, it’s really too late to do much about it. Short of plastic surgery, it is very…
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The Health Benefits of Green Tea Extract
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The dried leaves of green tea (Camellia sinensis) originates in ancient China and has a long recorded history of therapeutic use. Today, green tea is widely consumed throughout the world for a variety of health benefits. Green tea may be…
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How to Delete Negative Credit
Overview Financial missteps like making late payments or missing them altogether will show up on your credit reports. Lenders will see them and may turn down loan applications. They will also lower your credit score, according to major score compiler…
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How Bereavement Counselors Work
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
Loss is hard to swallow. At some time in our lives we come across situations which are hard to handle. Grief is a very difficult thing to discuss with friends and family, since everyone involved in the life of the…
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How to Support a Friend who is Grieving Friends Support Helping your Friend help a Friends Loss
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
How to support a friend who is grieving: Depending on how and what your friend is grieving about will depend on how you react and what you do. The word Grieving means that someone is feeling deep sorrow, usually because…
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Healthy Exercise Plans
November 26, 2013 Senior Health
Regular exercise is an essential part of total wellness. The right amount and type of exercise for you to achieve health is dependent upon several factors including your current weight and lifestyle. Organizations such as the American College of Sports…
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Types of Herbs & Spices
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Herbs and spices have many uses. They are a common cooking ingredient. They provide scents that are used in perfumes, cleaning products and potpourri. They are valued for their medicinal properties by naturopathic doctors and other proponents of alternative medicine….
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Daily Calorie Requirements for Kids
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Calories, or energy derived from food, are vital to a child’s health. Consuming excessive calories, relative to the amount of physical activity a child partakes in, often results in unhealthy weight gain. Eating too few calories can lead to…
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Side Effects of Gutkha
Gutkha is another name for betel nut. Small doses may bring about euphoria and increased energy flow, while large doses can cause sedation, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Due to its stimulant activity, gutkha is used in…
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Health Benefits of Kombucha Mushroom
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Kombucha, often referred to as a mushroom, actually consists of a symbiotic community of bacteria and yeast. This culture is can be steeped in tea and fermented, producing a flavorful, fizzy drink that has been gaining popularity in the U.S….
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4 Ways to Thaw Meat Safely
November 26, 2013 Diet & Nutrition
1. Use Cold Water If you need to thaw your meat quickly, the cold water method may be for you. Seal the raw meat into a plastic bag and soak it into cool water that’s around 70 degrees F. If…
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Lateral Back Exercises
Lateral back exercises target the muscles known as the latissimus dorsi or lats. These muscles originate in the lower middle of your back and fan out in the shape of a “V” at the top. Working this muscle will build…
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Strategies for Shooting a Basketball
Shooting is one of the most important skills a player can have when playing the game of basketball. Clearly there is more to the game than just shooting–dribbling, rebounding, passing and playing defense are also vital–but knowing how to put…
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Getting Organized after a Loved one Passes
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
We’ve all lost somebody. In those chaotic first days and weeks, every shred of normalcy disappears from our life-throwing our lives into utter chaos-as we strive to re-build, re-structure and organize again. A gamut of emotions has to be run…
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Reduce the Fear of Death
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
As humans, most of us do have some fear of death. A small grain of that fear stays with most of us for all of our lives. Being afraid of death seems to be the most common fear of mortal…
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The Effects of Bontril
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Obese people may be able to obtain a short-term prescription from their physician for phendimetrazine, a diet pill sold in generic form and in brands including Bontril. Bontril is similar to an amphetamine and is approved for short-term use as…
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Uses of Herbal Supplement
The use of herbs to support the body’s natural processes transcends back nearly 5,000 years to the ancient Indian medical practices of Ayruveda. Herbs are also widely used in traditional chinese medicine (TCM) to restore energy balance in the body….
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Vitamins for Vaginal Lubrication
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Vaginal dryness can occur due to post-pregnancy hormonal changes or menopause, among many other reasons. It can lead to painful intercourse or damage to the sensitive skin of that area. Symptoms, according to the Mayo Clinic, include itching, burning or…
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The Best Ways to Lose Weight by Running
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Running is an effective tool for weight loss. Not only does running burn calories, it also strengthens your muscles, boosts your mood and reduces the incidence of weight-related conditions such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Any time your…
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Exercises to Lift & Tone Your Butt at Home
When exercising at home, you need to be creative and do the best you can with what limited resources you have. When it comes to lifting and toning your butt specifically, a chair and two gallon-size jugs full of water…
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Effects of Liquid Morphine
Morphine is a potent narcotic pain reliever. This medication acts within the brain to alter the pain perception and response. Morphine also has other effects on the brain and body. It can be administered in a variety of ways, including…
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Grief Loss of a Loved one Dealing with Grief Death and Dying Dealing with Death
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
When someone loses a loved one, the whole world seems different. Simple tasks seem impossible and even something as simple as drinking a cup of coffee can become a challenge. It is important as a friend or family member to…
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Elderberry Tea Benefits
Elderberry tea is most commonly made from the flowers that bloom on the elder plant before the berries appear. When fresh or dried flowers aren’t available, you can make tea by adding a tincture or extract made from elder berries…
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Tips for Trying to Get Pregnant
November 26, 2013 Tips for Trying to Get Pregnant
Once a woman decides she is ready to conceive, she should schedule a pre-conception visit with her doctor or midwife. At this appointment, she will discuss her personal and family histories, as well as any current medical and general lifestyle…
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A Healthy Diet
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Eating a healthy diet simply means choosing a balanced, varied mix of foods that offer the most vitamins, minerals and nutrients while limiting calories, saturated fat, trans fat, sugar, sodium and cholesterol. Most often, the healthiest foods are fresh,…
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Causes of an Overactive Thyroid
Hyperthyroidism, also known as overactive thyroid, is a disorder in which the thyroid gland produces and releases too much thyroid hormone. The thyroid regulates the body’s metabolic rate, which includes the ability to lose or gain weight. Individuals with hyperthyroidism…
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Handling Final Arrangements
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
Death often emits a heavy fog upon those close to the departed. It can be difficult to know what to do and how to survive during the days, weeks and months after the death of someone that is dear. Often…
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