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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What Drugs Interact With Grapefruit?
November 22, 2013 Senior Health
The concept of medications interacting with each other is a fairly well known one. However, the potential interaction between certain medications and certain foods is perhaps not as obvious. The interaction between grapefruit–in the form of the fruit or the…
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30-Day Raw Diet
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Whether your goal is weight loss or healthful living, raw foods such as fruit, vegetables, nuts and seeds can deliver a host of benefits. Along with vitamins and minerals, raw foods are packed with health-boosting antioxidants and enzymes, according…
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Abnormal Cells in a Pap Smear Test
November 22, 2013 Women's Health
Overview Pap smears are often performed as part of a normal gynecolgical exam to look for signs and risk factors for cervical cancer. With a Pap smear, a cotton swab is inserted into the vagina and brushed up against the…
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Flaxseed Tablets Vs. Fish Oil
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Fish and flaxseed oils both provide omega-3 fatty acids, which are known to reduce inflammation. Omega-3s are important for brain memory and performance as well as behavioral function, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Omega-3s also may…
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The Girls Guide to Moving out and Surviving the Single Life
I am not a woman nor do I play one on TV. I do however live with three ladies(4 if you count my female cat) and I consider myself to be dangling on the estrogen side of the fence more…
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Healthy Ways to Detox Your Body
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
You can’t avoid toxins altogether. Pollution, pesticides and chemical residues exist in our water, air and foods. We also absorb toxins from things we touch, such as plastic food containers, lotions and home cleaners. If you’re feeling sluggish and sick,…
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Exercises to Relieve Anxiety
November 22, 2013 Mental Health
Easy exercises provide plenty of health benefits that can rid you of anxiety, whether something bothers you for the moment or you have concerns lasting for a longer period. By helping your body relax, you can gain confidence, focus on…
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What Type of Exercises Are Best for Losing Weight?
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
To achieve weight loss results quickly without making changes to your daily diet, you will need to implement an aggressive and disciplined fitness plan consisting of exercises that maximize fat burn and increase your metabolism. Drink plenty of water while…
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Ingredients for the Lemonade Cayenne Cleanse
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The Master Cleanse, also known as the Master Cleanser or the lemonade diet, is a detoxification program that involves drinking a mixture of lemon juice, water, cayenne pepper and maple syrup. The Master Cleanse was created by Stanley Burroughs, who…
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4 Ways to Stretch Before Aerobics Class
1. Lengthening Your Legs Always stretch warm muscles. A quick five minute march in place or some brisk walking should be enough to get your muscles ready for stretching. Once your legs are good and warm, you’re ready to stretch…
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3 Ways to Prepare For Emergencies as a Family
November 22, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
1. Pack Up Emergency kits are vital during any type of emergency. Your entire family should know what is in the kit and the proper way to use all of the equipment. Your emergency kit should include first aid supplies,…
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5 Ways to Prevent Unsafe Chemical Exposure During Pregnancy
1. Safe Sanitizing Cleaning products, especially ones where the label includes toxicity warnings, are very dangerous to use during pregnancy. To prevent unsafe chemical exposure during pregnancy, put aside bleach, ammonia, chlorine and household brand mixes until after you have…
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Exercises for Hamstring Pulls
Pulled hamstring muscles often hamper athletes as well as occasional weekend warriors. A hamstring pull can range in severity from a partial tear of the muscle to a complete tear, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS). If…
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Quick Calorie Burning Exercises
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
You can achieve a quick calorie burn without costly gym memberships or even private coaching sessions. Introduce the challenge of interval training to some commonly known fat burning exercises such as running and jumping rope. The added intensity of interval…
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Why it Isn’t always Easy being Single
Whilst some people revel in the freedom that being single brings, others really struggle with being alone and worry that they will never find anyone to settle down with. If you’re not very confident and have low self-esteem it is…
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Benefits of Flaxseed Oil for Alternative Medicine
Flaxseed oil is a product of the flax plant, and is also called linseed oil. Flaxseed oil is rich in ALA, or alpha linoleic acid. Once absorbed into the body, ALA is turned into omega-3 fatty acids, according to the…
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5 Ways to Prepare Leaner Poultry Dishes
1. Keep Poultry Healthy Chicken, turkey and other poultry are staples of American cooking. Poultry is relatively inexpensive and so versatile that there seems to be no end to the recipe possibilities it offers. Poultry is also lower in cholesterol…
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Endurance Work Out Plans
According to the American Heart Association, regular endurance activity improves your fitness level and exercise capacity and helps protect you from cardiovascular disease. HealthGuidance.org defines cardiovascular endurance as your ability to perform sustained physical activity, using your larger muscles, while…
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Benefits of Celery Seed
Celery seed is an herb that, historically, has been used much more in Ayurvedic and Eastern traditions than in western medicine. The University of Maryland Medical Center notes that celery seed was used in ancient cultures to treat medical conditions…
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Stevia Warnings
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Stevia is a plant belonging to the sunflower family and known for its sweet leaf. Stevia extracts have a sweetness that can be 300 times sweeter than sugar. Stevia has an insignificant impact on blood glucose levels, lending itself to…
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Fresh & Easy Tapioca Pudding Nutrition Information
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Fresh & Easy is the name of a supermarket chain in the Western United States and is a subsidiary of Tesco, according to Cable News Network. It sells its own brand of products, including tapioca pudding. The characteristic ingredient…
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Foods With Soy Protien
Foods with soy protein have been around for over 5,000. Soy is a versatile food that can serve many purposes. The plant-based soy protein is equivalent to animal-based foods as far as the quality of the protein it contains, states…
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Free-Weight Exercises for the Arms
Free weights consist of dumbbells, barbells and weight plates. They are fitness tools that have the freedom to move in almost any directional plane. With the help of additional fitness equipment, you can do exercises that target your biceps, triceps…
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Types of Essential Oils
Commonly used essential oils come in more than 300 varieties, according to aromatherapist Valerie Ann Worwood in her book, “The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy.” Many oils have beneficial properties for the mind and body, and when used…
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Foods That Help Reduce High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is known as a silent killer because it has few early warning symptoms, but can lead to heart attacks, kidney failure and strokes. Fortunately, high blood pressure can be easily detected, and once you have received a…
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Fat Burner Exercises
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
When you engage your body in physical movement you burn calories; the more intensity you give to the movement the more calories you burn. A combination of cardiovascular and strength exercises is the most effective way to burn fat, according…
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Why you don’t have to be in a Relationship to be Happy
You don’t have to be in a relationship to be happy, but you sometimes think that you must be missing out on something special as the majority of couples on-screen are happy and loved up. Whenever you switch on the…
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Why you should Introduce your Date to your Pet Dog
It has been said that a dog is the only creature on Earth that loves you more than he loves himself. From a human’s birth through his death, his dog remains a devoted companion. People respond to dogs emotionally, physically,…
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The Girls Guide to Moving out and Surviving the Single Life
There is no greater thrill than moving into your first home, but it takes some careful planning if you’re going to make it work. Start by preparing a detailed budget. You need to have enough money for rent, utilities, groceries,…
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4 Ways to Get Kids to Eat Their Vegetables
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Camouflaged Veggies Get creative with how you serve your kids their vegetables. Puree carrots and add them to anything from spaghetti sauce to soup. Make veggie omelets with finely chopped bell peppers, mushrooms and tomatoes. Offer different dips to…
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