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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How to Play it Safe when you Meet People Online who Interest you
Staying Safe Online Before you even think about passing on personal information to any social networking or money making sites here are a few security tips that you should actively consider, they won’t protect you completely but may reduce your…
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Baby Breastfeeding Diet
Overview Breastfeeding a baby provides the best nutrition for the first year of the baby’s life. Breast milk is rich in vitamins, minerals and protective antibodies. One drawback to breastfeeding, however, is that breastfeeding women need to continue to pay…
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Side Effects of Omega 3 Caps
November 21, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids that lower triglycerides and reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and death. Omega-3s are available in foods such as fish, flaxseed and walnuts but can also be supplemented in capsule form. Other…
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4 Ways to Prevent Fungal Lung Infections
1. Don’t Smoke Anything that would bring damage to the lungs, says the American Lung Association (ALA), can increase the risk of fungal lung infections of immuno-compromised individuals, such as those with cancer or AIDS. To prevent fungal lung infections,…
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Definition of Wheat Germ
Overview Wheat, a member of the Gramineae, or grass, family, produces a “caryopsis” or kernel, grain or berry. Wheat germ is the embryo of the wheat kernel and is a popular source of fiber and sold in most cereal sections…
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Falling in Love Online
The more that technology advances in our society, in turn, the more that people are going to turn to technology for more and more of their daily lives. It’s not, then, a huge stretch to believe that more and more…
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Side Effects of Too Many Vitamins
November 21, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Too much of a good thing is an adage that can apply to vitamins. The body needs vitamins to function properly, but high doses of certain vitamins can be toxic, especially fat soluble vitamins that the body stores for long…
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Bike Safety for Preschoolers
November 21, 2013 Children's Health
Overview Bicycle safety can be taught to children of all ages including toddlers and preschoolers. Preschoolers and children who are still riding with their parents in a safety seat or bike trailer are great candidates for learning bicycle safety rules…
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Evaluating Internet Dating
Defeating Stereotypes of Internet Relationships and Friendships. I would like to start out by saying that I absolutely abhor and despise Internet dating sites. Hate them. It’s not that they don’t work, my last relationship of three and a half…
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Foods for Type II Diabetics to Avoid
The American Dietetic Association says a good diabetic diet contains variety and will be different for every individual. A healthy diet for type II diabetes supports normal blood sugars, promotes a healthy weight and general health and prevents diabetic complications….
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Baby and Dry Skin
November 21, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Just like older kids and adults, babies can develop dry, itchy and flaky skin. In fact, baby skin is so delicate that it is more susceptible to dryness. Fortunately, parents can implement a multi-layered treatment program that incorporates moisturizing…
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Depression Treatment Plans
November 21, 2013 Mental Health
Depression, as common as it may be, is not a one-size-fits-all illness. It takes on a variety of forms and its symptoms vary per person. For this reason, every person’s plan of treatment will vary as well. The National Institute…
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Best Internet Dating Site
Horse and Country Romance: Find love online rather than in the fields For people who live in the country, trying to find romance can be a difficult task. First, people in the country are simply few and far between, making…
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Gluten-Free Breakfast Foods
November 21, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Gluten is found in barley, wheat, rye and oats. People who experience a gluten intolerance suffer from a condition called celiac disease, in which a reaction to gluten damages the lining of the small intestine, inhibiting the absorption of vital…
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How to Stop Divorce Proceedings Once They Have Been Started
Overview There are many reasons why people want to divorce. Lack of commitment or communication, infidelity, money problems, differing expectations and inability to resolve conflict are just a few of the issues that lead to divorce. Statistics compiled by Divorcerate…
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What to do from Online Dating to Real Life Meeting
So you have figured out and have become gradually comfortable with your self as a gay person, so what is the next great step to take? There are many things that will come to mind, depending largely on your interests…
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Love across the Ocean
Wow! Online dating. I have a had an experience that took me by surprise. In fact, I still have that experience now. By some accident, rather consider it a miracle, I met my twin soul. You see, I was just…
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Internet Dating Habits to Avoid
The Internet makes the world a smaller place. It enables people, who would never speak to one another in any other way, to make contact. Many marriages have resulted from online relationships begun in chat rooms. Many famous marriage bureaus…
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Effects of High Levels of Potassium
November 21, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Higher than average levels of potassium in the blood are referred to as hyperkalemia. This condition can occur due to a number of causes, including kidney disorders or dietary problems. Although potassium is extremely important for a number of body…
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Tips for Dealing With Shoulder Pain After Surgery
Advances in shoulder surgery have reduced recovery and rehabilitation times significantly. Most surgeries can now be performed arthroscopically, through a few small holes, resulting in less trauma to surrounding tissues. It is still likely that you will experience some discomfort…
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What Are the Benefits of a Full Body Workout?
A full-body workout strengthens all major muscle groups during an exercise session. This type of workout can include training the upper body, lower body and core all in one day, and it can also incorporate compound exercises that target small…
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Dates with Big Fun on a Small Budget
Dating can be expensive. Going to restaurants, movies, and concerts uses a good portion of one’s budget. Couples who desire to find frugal date ideas often become stymied as they attempt to find creative and entertaining activities. The best cheap…
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5 Ways to Treat Eye Injuries
1. Flush the Eye With Water Running warm tap water over an injured eye is one way to treat a minor eye injury. Do not touch or press on the eye during irrigation or flushing and flush for 10 or…
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Free Belly Fat Burning Tips
November 21, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The stomach is often the hardest area to trim down for many people. While an unhealthy diet, slowing metabolism and decreased physical activity is often to blame for too much belly fat, the Mayo Clinic suggests that heredity may be…
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Top 10 Fun Date Ideas on a Budget
No matter what the era, couples must often be budget conscious in planning their social outings. Regardless of who pays, a relationship can be the quickest money-sapper to enter a life together, demanding expenses be paid on traveling, eating, and…
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About the Comfrey Plant
Overview Symphytum officinale is the scientific name for the common comfrey plant. It thrives in full sunlight but prefers cooler temperatures. Add this plant to your garden by taking a 6- to 12-inch root cutting from an existing plant. Place…
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Tips to Get Rid of Acne Fast
November 21, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Acne can make you feel self-conscious and uncomfortable in your own skin. Even though you have acne, it doesn’t mean you have to live with it. You can use several methods to get rid of your acne fast and return…
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Things to Eat to Build Muscles
November 21, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
When trying to build muscle, the old saying “you are what you eat” is a phrase to live by. Training, while an essential component of muscle gain, is only part of the equation. Hard-training muscles require adequate nutrition to recover…
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About Nausea During Pregnancy
November 21, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Although many people mistakenly believe morning sickness is excessive or uncontrollable vomiting, morning sickness is actually the feeling of nausea during pregnancy, explains the American Pregnancy Association. Since more than half of all pregnant women will experience morning sickness,…
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Uses of Tiger Balm
Tiger Balm was invented more than 100 years ago by a Chinese herbalist named Aw Chu Kin, according to the Tiger Balm website. Its inventor was looking to create a balm that would alleviate common body aches and pains. Tiger…
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