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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About Gymnastics Exercise Mats
November 22, 2013 About Gymnastics Exercise Mats
Overview A wide variety of mats are fundamental in gymnastics to aid the learning and performance of skills. The type of matting used will be dependent on the type of gymnastics being practiced. The term “mat” can refer to the…
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5 Ways to Use Vegetables in Smoothies
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Consider Cooking Cooking your vegetables before you use them as smoothie ingredients offers two advantages. First, the cooking process softens the tough fibers in vegetables that can cause your smoothie to have a chunky or gritty consistency. Second, cooking…
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How to Use UltraClear
Overview The entire line of UltraClear medical foods, produced by Metagenics, aims to support those with chronic medical conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and leaky gut syndrome. These powdered drink mixes, available only through licensed health care practitioners,…
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American Diabetes Association Diets for Diabetes & Heart
Diabetes is growing epidemic. The most common form is Type 2 diabetes, associated with obesity, which accounts for 90 to 95 percent of all cases of diabetes and currently affects more than 200 million people worldwide. It is a leading…
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B12 Vitamin Deficiency
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Deficiency in vitamin B12 is fairly uncommon in the United States because the typical American diet is rich in animal products that contain more than sufficient amounts of vitamin B12. However, in developing countries where there is malnutrition, vitamin…
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Can a relationship sustain the challenge of being separated by distance
Long distance relationships are undeniably difficult. The inability to see the person on a daily basis, to hug and hold them, to enjoy all the physical aspects of a pairing . . . it’s really tough. You probably don’t know…
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Beginner Workout Programs
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
For the individual new to fitness and exercise, sorting through the myriad workout programs available on DVDs, as well as in books and magazine articles, can be daunting. Determining which is appropriate for the novice and which should be left…
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Asanas for Weight Loss
Overview An asana is a physical posture or yoga pose that is designed to enhance total body strength, flexibility and endurance. When combined with a healthy diet, yoga can be an effective tool for weight loss. Use yoga as an…
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The Advantages of Fish Oil
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Fish oil has many advantages for your health because it is rich in omega-3 fatty acids (omega-3s). Omega-3s naturally occur in oily, cold-water fish like salmon, tuna, halibut, mackerel, herring and sardines as well as in flaxseed and flaxseed oil,…
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Introduction to Exercise Balls
Overview Two approaches to exercise dominate the fitness industry. The high-tech approach promotes Nintendo games and computerized exercise equipment, while the back-to-basics philosophy encourages movements reminiscent of childhood games and activities. The exercise ball exemplifies the latter. Depending on your…
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3 Ways to Choose the Appropriate Horse For Leisure Riding
1. Horse Selection Horses come in all shapes and sizes. The right size horse for you depends on your height and weight. The top of your horses’ withers or saddle should be at the same height as the top of…
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Signs your relationship is not really working
It’s never easy to admit that a serious, romantic relationship isn’t working out, especially if said relationship has lasted for several years. It needs to be done if both parties are to be happy again, however, as a stagnating relationship…
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Why Is Checking Heart Rate While Working Out Important?
Overview Heart rate is the number of times your heart beats in a minute, and it can be a reliable indication of your body’s response to exercise intensity. To measure your exercising heart rate, take your pulse at your wrist,…
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Health Benefits of Fresh Lemon Juice
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Lemons aren’t the favorite mid-meal snack of many people. The sour and acidic taste of the fruit is welcomed by many in mild doses or as a flavoring to some foods, but rarely is the fruit eaten and enjoyed on…
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3 Ways to Prevent Post-Workout Neck Soreness
1. Big, Strong Necks Body-builders and athletes who use weights consciously work to make their necks strong and large. One reason is for the look of bulk they can show off even when wearing a shirt, and the other reason…
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Information About Slippery Elm
Overview Slippery elm is a popular folk remedy still used today to give relief from common ailments. However, the animal kingdom appreciates this plant species as well. The thick foliage of the slippery elm tree makes a wonderful home for…
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Uses of Skullcap
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Skullcap is a name given to two different types of herbs, American skullcap and Chinese skullcap. Despite their shared name, the two types are not used interchangeably–American skullcap is traditionally used as a relaxant but has a limited application in…
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Online Dating Tips and Precautions for the Elderly
The elderly are one of the most vulnerable groups of people in the dating game. Although their senior age may give them a sense of knowing what life is all about, unfortunately, changing trends may be the traps which they…
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Free Step Aerobic Exercise Tips
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Introduced in the 1980s, step aerobics revolutionized group fitness by adding the vertical step–and the variety of new exercises and possible movements that came with it–to standard floor-based aerobics. Beginning exercisers typically start with a 4-inch step, while advanced steppers…
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An Easy Way to Put Weights in a Weight Vest
Overview Weight vests challenge athletes to develop higher levels of strength and power. They’re also used to provide extra weight when doing weight-bearing exercise, such as walking, to treat osteoporosis. Most weight vests are adjustable, letting the athlete or walker…
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Different Golf Tees
Professional golfers and amateurs all use golf tees when teeing off, and there are a few different styles from which to choose. Any player can chose from tees of many different lengths and several different materials to find the tee…
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Online Dating for Shy Men
People who are shy generally find difficulty striking up conversations with others. Online dating is a wonderful tool for people who are shy and hesitant about initiating new relationships. Most shy people prefer to stick with people they know because…
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Quick Ways to Lose Weight for Wrestling
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Methods for losing pounds quickly to make a lower weight class in wrestling run the gamut of old wives’ tales to modern science. Cutting weight can be dangerous and several young wrestlers have lost their lives due to extreme dehydration….
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Online Dating Works – Yes
Of course online dating works. That is, it works when people meet very soon after, or immediately after, making the initial contact online. It does not work when the online “fantasy” period is dragged out. That is because we imbue…
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Fried Shrimp Salad Nutritional Value
November 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview A fried shrimp salad can be any dish that includes lettuce and fried shrimp. The nutritional value, therefore, depends on the particular recipe, especially the amount of shrimp that the recipe calls for. Fried shrimp is generally high in…
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Fitness & Exercise During Pregnancy
November 22, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Exercising while pregnant increases stamina and pain tolerance for labor and delivery. It also reduces stress, improves posture, helps postpartum recovery, increases energy and minimizes swelling. If you were regularly exercising before you became pregnant, it’s safe to exercise…
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Exercises to Do in Your Chair
Office chairs are notoriously restrictive–and ergonomically incorrect–environments. Sneaking a few quick exercises in can help alleviate the monotony of a long day at work, combat the chronic bad posture that comes from working at a desk, and even burn a…
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How to help your boyfriend overcome jealousy
Jealousy can poison the purest and deepest feelings of love and tenderness. It forces a person to act in a possessive and manipulative manner. Being in a relationship with a jealous boyfriend can be extremely complicated, especially if his sense…
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Uses for Peppermint Oil
The essential oil obtained from the peppermint plant, Mentha piperita, is a popular flavoring agent in candies, teas and other food products, and is also frequently used as a fragrance. Peppermint oil also has medicinal value. Most notably, it has…
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7 Month Old Baby Sleeping Habits
Overview Parents of newborn babies often dream about how much easier things will be when their babies are a little bit older, like seven months old. They imagine that the baby will be less fussy and sleep through the night….
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