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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General Nutrition of Health Food
November 25, 2013 Mental Health
Overview The foods that are best for your body and commonly known as “health foods” tend to be fresh, whole and full of vitamins and minerals. Processed foods, on the other hand, often have nutrients added artificially and are almost…
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Cranberry Juice Health Benefits
Cranberries–one of only three fruit species native to North America–are borne on small evergreen shrubs that grow in the acid bogs in cooler regions of the continent. Initially white in color, cranberries ripen to dark red and are well known…
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4 Ways to Treat Jogger’s Nipple
1. Know the Facts About Jogger’s Nipple Jogger’s nipple is fairly common in male athletes. The technical name for jogger’s nipple is fissures of the nipple or dermatitis of the nipple. It’s more common in male athletes than female since…
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Holistic Treatments for Chronic Eczema
According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Disease, eczema is a form of dermatitis that results from heredity, an allergic reaction, impurities or a combination of environmental factors. Triggers are commonly attributed to household cleansers, perfumed…
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Tablets Used for High Blood Pressure
Overview High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a condition in which the pressure in the arteries is too high. In addition to putting additional strain on the heart and cardiovascular system, hypertension can promote the development of atherosclerosis….
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ADHD Environmental Factors
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common disorder that may impact a child’s or adult’s behavior, schoolwork, emotions and overall cognitive development. Although the exact cause has not yet been discovered, genetics may play a large role. However, non-genetic factors–called…
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Celery Nutrition Guide
November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Crunchy, refreshing celery is eaten in salads, in cooked dishes and as a snack. Celery ranges from pale to bright green in color, although some specialty varieties of white celery are available. The stalk is the part of celery…
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3 Ways to Do Back Strength Training
1. Strong Back Required While the core of our body centers around the abdomen, we can’t forget that the back is an integral part of that core. The core is what will direct the kind of work we can do,…
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10 Things You Should Know About Losing Weight
November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Many Americans struggle to lose weight everyday. Some try to lose weight with diet alone and some people try to lose weight with exercise alone. In your efforts to lose weight you should keep certain things in mind to make…
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Healthy Ways to Cook Eggs
Eggs are an excellent source of protein, but the yellow part of the egg contains a high amount of cholesterol. Bad cholesterol (LDL) can contribute to a build-up of artery-clogging plaque that can be detrimental to heart health. Since the…
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Calming down your Opposite Number
November 25, 2013 Crisis Support
When you have been married for a while, you get to know your spouse’s ways. You know what they like to eat, how they like to dress, and usually the way that they think. Volatile emotions can be unpredictable and…
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Steps to Gain Muscle
November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Most people spending any significant amount of time in the gym are looking to accomplish a specific goal. Two of the most common goals are muscle gain and fat loss. While both require dedication and knowledge, each calls for a…
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Living with a Drug Addict
November 25, 2013 Crisis Support
Having a drug addict in the family is one of the most heart-wrenching and troubling things that a person or people can go through. You love them, because you remember them. You see more when you look at them than…
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Natural Health Products for Weight Loss
November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Natural weight loss products have been getting a lot of attention lately, and for good reason. It is rare to meet anyone that would not like to lose a few pounds. However, it is particularly important to be well-informed before…
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Biological Mechanisms of Depression
November 25, 2013 Mental Health
Everyone suffers from states of sadness and fatigue. However, chronic and persistent unhappiness may lead to a clinical diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder. According to mental health guidelines provided by the American Psychiatric Association, clinical depression includes disturbances in appetite…
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Effects of the Herb Bacopa
Bacopa, also known as bacopa monniera, GBX, ginkgo biloba and ginkgo brahmi, is a plant that is grown around the world primarily for medicinal purposes. According to the Mayo Clinic, although bacopa is purportedly used to treat many conditions, including…
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Nausea Drugs for Chemotherapy Treatment
Certain types of chemotherapy agents used to treat cancer also cause nausea and vomiting in many patients. The frequency of nausea and/or vomiting, also known as emesis, depends on the chemotherapy type, with high risk drugs causing emesis 90 percent…
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3 Ways to Choose Low-Sugar Options For Hot Instant Cereals
November 25, 2013 Senior Health
1. Know Your Options When choosing low-sugar options for hot instant cereals, you might think your options are limited. One obvious way to make a delectable hot (almost instant) cereal is to buy old fashioned quick oats. Stir in a…
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4 Facts About the Immune System
The human immune system consists of specialized cells that work together to protect the body from bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi, and also fight the growth of tumor cells. Many important organs are in the immune system. The bone marrow…
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How to Support your Partner through Depression
November 25, 2013 Crisis Support
For many people, depression is a difficult thing to deal with. It can be especially taxing on one’s emotions and energy to try to support a loved one through their depression. If your partner becomes depressed, it can be a…
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Uses for Borage
November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Borage is an annual herb that appears in midsummer. It can be recognized by its blue star-shaped flowers, hollow branching stem and stiff white hairs. Borage is edible and has a taste that’s very similar to a cucumber. The herb…
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Rape Victims are not to Blame – No
November 25, 2013 Crisis Support
I do not think it is right to blame someone for something they could not prevent. Less and less people are reporting that they have been raped. For the simple fact they do not think any one will listen or…
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Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tools
Breast cancer can be a scary thing, especially if a woman has a family history or certain risk factors. Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tools can help determine if a possible breast cancer risk exists. These are not diagnostic tests; if…
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The Best Calf & Thigh Exercises
There are a variety of exercises that can be done to train the calf and thigh muscles. Free weights, machine exercises, and body weight can all be used as resistance to effectively develop either the muscular strength or endurance of…
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5 Ways to Stop Ring Worm From Spreading
1. Treat Your Pets If you have ringworm, chances are, you got it from your pets. Go over your pet’s fur and look for patches of dry skin with no hair. In cats, ringworm may show on the ears, making…
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Home Remedies Using Tea Tree Oil
November 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Tea tree oil is loaded with chemicals called terpenoids. These chemicals have proven effective in fighting bacterial and fungal infections, according to the Mayo Clinic. When applied to certain skin conditions, such as bacterial or fungal infections, these chemicals clear…
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Child Behavior & Discipline
November 25, 2013 Children's Health
Overview As children grow, they tend to test their independence and become involved in more complex situations, creating new opportunities for discipline. Parents and caregivers of more than one child may need particular flexibility and focus in order to discipline…
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Easy Ways to Tone My Stomach
Beginner exercises for the abs are easy and effective. You can tone all the muscles of your stomach with simple exercises that work the rectus abdominis, transverse abdominis and obliques. Easy bodyweight exercises done standing up or lying down can…
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Dong Quai Root Side Effects
Angelica sinensis, more commonly known as dong quai, is part of traditional Asian healing systems. Its primary use is for treating conditions involving women’s reproductive systems, as explained by the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC). These problems include painful…
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Melanoma Vs. Age Spots
November 25, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Any slight change in texture or appearance with your skin can raise a red flag. With our skin, everyone fears the words skin cancer. The Skin Cancer website states that more than 3.5 million cases are diagnosed each year…
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