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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5 Ways to Relieve Pregnancy Back Pain Through Exercise
1. Stretch and Soothe Do some gentle stretches to alleviate pregnancy back pain, but always check with your doctor first. Start by getting down on your hands and knees. Slowly lift your right arm and your left leg. Get them…
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Common Volleyball Rules
Volleyball can be played indoors or outside. Easily transportable, all you need is a net, a ball and some space. This flexible sport can be played by individuals or a team of players. The official volleyball rules are long, but…
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Sex Dating Dream Partner Romantic Partner Love Lust Confidence self Esteem
A good way to win the romantic partner of your dreams is to maintain a degree of confidence and self-esteem. Do not think that somebody is unobtainable because you are not ‘good-looking’ enough, ‘sexy’, or ‘smart’ enough. Even the so-called…
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3 Ways to Choose Organic Meat
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Natural is Not Organic Be careful of the “natural” label. When looking for beef, choose organic meat labeled as “never” receiving growth hormones. Some “natural” beef suppliers provide growth hormones during much of the raising process, and then wean…
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5 Ways to Build Cycling Endurance
1. Do the One-Legged Drill There are a number of drills that you can do to build your cycling endurance. Professional triathlon coaches like Joe Friel use many of these drills. These should be in addition to your rides, which…
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Ergonomic Chair Exercises
Creating a safe and comfortable work station is essential to prevent injury, states the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Ergonomic chair exercises are designed to prevent and/or lessen the impact of musculoskeletal disorders commonly caused by sitting at a computer…
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A Typical Healthy Diet
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Eating a typical healthy diet involves balance, moderation and choice. The healthiest foods for your body are generally those that offer the best nutritional profile and the most vitamins and minerals. Though many processed foods have the same nutrients…
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Oregon Grape Root Side Effects
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Oregon grape is a relative of barberry that is grown in Oregon, where it is the official state flower. The root is used medicinally by many people and shares common constituents and uses with barberry, according to the University of…
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3 Ways to Increase Whole Grain Intake for Heart Health
1. Listen to Your Grandmother Your grandmother had it right. She was a staunch advocate of whole grains. Eating whole grains significantly lowers your risk of heart disease, according to a study done by Wake Forrest University School of Medicine….
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Funeral Rituals Arrangements Dying – No
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
Choosing one’s own funeral rituals might be thought of as lessening the burdens of the grieving survivors. Having everything planned out ahead of time would seem to show one’s concern for their feelings, but in a very real way it…
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Running & Cardio for Weight Loss
November 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview To lose weight, it is important to burn more calories than you consume. Cutting back on calories is one way to lose weight, but burning additional calories through cardiovascular exercise, such as running, is another way. A combination of…
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Exercises for Building Arm Muscles in Women
Most women work their lower body and abdominal muscles but are afraid to engage in upper body training, as they think it will lead to developing muscular, bulky arms. This is not true. Building arm muscles with the right combination…
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How to Cope when a Relative is Dying Comfort Loved one Deathbed Final Hour Death
November 26, 2013 Crisis Support
It can be devastating to the whole family to learn that a loved one is sick and will not live much longer. While it may be that the news was expected, it still does not make it any easier when…
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Ingrown Hairs & Hair Removal
November 25, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Ingrown hairs often develop as a result of common hair-removal techniques. Shaving, waxing and even tweezing can leave the tips of the hair so tight to the skin that they curl back and grow into the epidermis, which is…
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Corn Tortilla Chip Nutrition Information
November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview A corn tortilla chip is a piece of a tortilla baked or fried in oil. Commercial producers first made them during the 1940s, and corn tortilla chips are now widely available in supermarkets. The primary ingredients of a corn…
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Beliefs that help Loss
November 25, 2013 Crisis Support
In a lifetime which spans over half a century, and which has suffered the loss of too many people to count, the writer of this article has found within herself beliefs which help to cope with the death of loved…
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Fortune Cookie Nutrition
November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview A fortune cookie primarily contains flour, sugar, oil and vanilla, in addition to the “fortune” inside the cookie. The specific nutritional data of this Asian confection can vary slightly, although the recipes usually are similar. Japanese immigrants introduced fortune…
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What Causes Excess Belly Fat After Menopause?
November 25, 2013 Women's Health
Menopause is the permanent cessation of a woman’s monthly menstrual period and marks the end of her fertility. It may also mark the beginning of extra, unwelcome fat around the middle. Mayo Clinic doctors say it’s not uncommon for a…
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Natural Ways to Raise HDL Cholesterol
Not all types of cholesterol need to remain at low levels. If you have high cholesterol, you may have heard your doctor talking about increasing your good cholesterol along with decreasing your bad. High-density lipoprotein, or HDL, is the good…
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Abs Diet
November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview “The Abs Diet” is a book and website created by trainer David Zinczenko. While the diet targets men, it can be used by anyone desiring a flatter stomach. The website guarantees you “a flat stomach and great physique in…
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Yoga Exercises for Thighs
Numerous yoga exercises strengthen and tone the thighs. To expedite results, try holding leg-focused yoga poses for at least five to seven breaths. While you practice yoga, inhale and exhale through the nose and keep the face and shoulders neutral,…
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Exercise Equipment for Abs
Hundreds of abdominal exercise gadgets flood the fitness equipment market. Some efficiently tone the abdominal muscles. Others merely slenderize your wallet. Effective abdominal equipment must facilitate movement related to any, or preferably all, of the abdominal muscle functions. These include…
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Foods Highest in Fiber Content
November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Dietary fiber is the part of carbohydrates that the body does not digest. Fiber moves through the digestive tract quickly and helps it to work efficiently. A high-fiber diet may lower the risk of heart disease and diabetes. The more…
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Monascus Purpureus Possible Side Effects
November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Monascus purpureus, a type of yeast grown on rice to produce red yeast rice, contains several types of chemical compounds called monacolins. Monacolins inhibit cholesterol production. When isolated from red yeast rice, one of these monacolins is known as mevinolin,…
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Home Remedies for Acne & Redness
November 25, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
No one likes dealing with acne, but it is inevitable for many teenagers and adults. Numerous treatments are out there, and many are effective. However, some people want home remedies to achieve a cure for their acne and the subsequent…
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How to say Goodbye to a Summer Romance
As tough as this sounds, if you go into something knowing that it is a summer romance then it is a lot easier to let it go. Lose sight of that fact and you will find the end far more…
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Natural Home Remedies for Eczema
November 25, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
If you suffer from itchy skin, accompanied by reddish or brown discoloration or small liquid-filled bumps, you may have eczema (atopic dermatitis). Other symptoms include scaling, thickened areas of skin and cracking, according to the Mayo Clinic. Conventional medications include…
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Getting over Grief
November 25, 2013 Crisis Support
One of the most common questions a person asks when they lose a loved one is How long will this feeling last? It’s a natural reaction. Placed in this situation which poses many psychological questions, people don’t know how to…
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Gym Exercises for Thighs
The thighs contain large muscles on the front and back sides. In the front, you have a four-part muscle called the quadriceps and on the back of the thighs you have a three-part muscle called the hamstrings. Gym exercises to…
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Different Exercises for Muscular Endurance
Strength provides athletes with the power to exert force against a resistance. With strength, athletes can lift heavier objects and jump higher. Yet endurance determines how often an athlete can do so. For example, a strong athlete with little endurance…
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