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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4 Ways to Store Leftovers Properly to Prevent Food Poisoning
1. Watch the Clock Many of the foods we eat contain the microbes responsible for food poisoning. If you give these microbes a favorable environment, they will multiply until enough are present to cause symptoms of food poisoning. You can…
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What Are the Reasons People Abuse Drugs?
Drugs become abused because their effects often change the way a person thinks. Even though the drugs have long-term harmful effects, a drug user sees positive results in the feelings the drug produces. The drug use continues as it controls…
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Herbs That Promote Breast Growth
In antiquity, breast-enhancing herbs were used to increase milk secretion in breastfeeding mothers. As of 2010, herbal galactagogues (substances that increase milk production) are still considered safe, effective treatments for low milk supply, according to renowned lactation expert Kelly Bonyata…
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Rules of Beginning Cricket
It is widely disputed as to when the game of cricket was first played, with some scholars arguing the game existed as far back as the 1300s. However, we do know the first published rules of cricket were created in…
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High Gluten Foods
Gluten is a general term used to describe proteins found in rye, wheat, oats and barley. Patients with celiac disease are advised to follow a gluten-free diet to avoid uncomfortable symptoms like diarrhea and stomach cramping. Speak to your doctor…
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Home Remedies for Poison Ivy Rash
November 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Poison ivy is a vine in the sumac family called Anacardiaceae. Exposure to the plant toxins, called urushiol, cause a skin rash. Poison ivy grows everywhere in the U.S. except in the western states. Swelling and a rash develop within…
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3 Ways to Transition to a Low Carb Diet
November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Plan Well Transition to a low carb diet by preparing well. Get rid of the high carbohydrate food in your kitchen. Give them to friends or label it as off limits to you and only available for other family…
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4 Ways to Detect Pica Disorder
1. Pica Disorder Broken Down Pica is simply eating non-nutritive things for a period of a month or more. Children less than 24 months do not have pica since children under 2 years constantly put non-nutritive things in their mouths…
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How to Augment a BMI Calculation With Calipers
November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Your body mass index, or BMI, is a measure of body mass calculated using weight and height. This is a vague calculation and does not take into consideration your proportion of muscle mass or fat content. A BMI calculation…
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Protein Diet for Weight Lifting
November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview A protein diet for weight lifting involves eating a higher percentage of daily calories from protein sources in order to promote lean muscle development. Body builders, figure competitors or people simply looking to maximize muscle development should follow such…
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First Love Hurts
First love, first date, first kiss, first serious romantic attachment to another person. It’s a haze of bliss, mushy doe eyes, and friends yelling at you to “get a room”. But all too soon, it’s over; and learning how to…
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Types of Exercises Without a Machine for Your Stomach
You don’t need expensive or bulky equipment to get a solid abdominal workout. The allure of sculpted abs has lead equipment manufactures to market a wide array or abdominal devices with mixed results. The truth is great abs can only…
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How to have more Fulfilling Sex
Sex is the most fun two people can have together without laughing, and it’s absolutely free – and that’s the reason why many people do not enjoy fulfilling sex all the time. If something is free and natural, you don’t…
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How to Remove Negative Items from My Credit Report
Overview A negative item on your credit report can lower your credit score, cause you to lose out on a loan opportunity, decrease your chances of getting a credit card or raise your interest rates on credit cards and loans….
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Healthy Meals in a Hurry
November 20, 2013 Senior Health
Even if you’re in a rush, you don’t have to reach for the take-out menu. Instead, plan your food shopping in advance so you can whip up a healthy meal at a moment’s notice for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Stock…
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Why Intimacy should be something you Wait for
Casual encounters are a common occurrence when dating in the modern world. It is easy to rush into relationships without truly establishing a foundation for the romance to grow from. The emotional connection in a relationship, whether on a romantic…
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Examples of Probiotic Food
November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Probiotics are bacteria that can be beneficial to humans when consumed, much like the bacteria in the digestive tract. People attribute a wide variety of health benefits to probiotics, from aiding digestion to helping prevent diseases. Although, according to the…
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Tai Chi Balance Exercises
A noncompetitive and individualized practice, tai chi is an ancient Chinese system that promotes serenity through graceful and flowing movements. According to the Mayo Clinic, tai chi can help reduce stress and promote flexibility and balance. The Mayo Clinic also…
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Growth of Hair Follicles
November 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview The hair follicle is a small tubular sac just under the surface layer of the skin. Each of these sacs contains a bulb at its base where rapidly dividing cells help produce hair. Old cells are packed one under…
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Foods That Contan High Fructose Corn Syrup
November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
According to registered dietician Kim Dorval, the link between consumption of high fructose corn syrup and obesity continues to increase as consumers rely more and more on processed foods, fast foods and instant snacks. High fructose corn syrup is an…
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What Factors Can Accelerate HIV Progression?
November 20, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
In a July 2008 study published in “Lancet,” Robert Hogg and Johnathan Sterne proved that people with HIV are living longer than ever before. This is due to a number of factors. As more information is learned on how the…
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Casual Sex not as Widespread as some may think
Casual sex does happen more frequently now than ever before, but that is simply because there are more people now than ever before. Other factors that have changed include twenty first century attitudes. It is not necessarily the number of encounters per…
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4 Ways to Take Kids Snowshoeing
1. Size Little Feet Right When you take kids snowshoeing, you all begin the trip with enthusiasm and energy. Once the newness wears off, kids can start to feel every bit of the extra weight on their feet. To increase…
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Bipolar Symptoms in School Age Children
November 20, 2013 Mental Health
Bipolar disorder is a serious mental illness in which a person can experience sudden mood changes. The National Institutes of Health warns that bipolar disorder can strike people at any age and can be dangerous if left unchecked. Diagnosing a…
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Fetal Growth Stages Before Birth
November 20, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
A normal pregnancy lasts 38 to 42 weeks, during which a single, fertilized egg grows into a full-term fetus, ready for life outside the womb. The growth that takes place before birth progresses through a set of precisely timed and…
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Aerobic & Anaerobic Exercises for Running 400M
The 400 meters is the hardest sprint race, according to Bill Faran, author of the book “High-Performance Sports Conditioning.” Because of the duration that 400-meter sprinters have to maintain top speeds, a large amount of lactic acid builds up in…
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Healthy Meal Resources
November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
You do it several times a day–at home, in public and maybe even at work. It’s eating, and choosing healthy meals can make a big difference in your life. The Internet has a wealth of information about meals, including many…
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Bodybuilding for Men Over 50
Overview Bodybuilding is a healthy lifestyle choice for many people. Regular strength-training workouts can add muscle mass, elevate your metabolic rate, improve your strength for everyday activities and improve your cardiorespiratory fitness. However, as you age, your body changes and…
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Man Car Sexy
So the question is can a man’s car make him sexy? Well the answer to that is a definite and without a doubt yessss! Besides a man’s bedroom, living room, bathroom, and shoes, a man’s car is a heavy determination…
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Why its not always possible to Attract the Men who Interest you
Have you ever wondered why men are attracted to you sometimes? I mean, is that really possible; attracting men? Of course it is. Remember that time when you visited the office being attractive, attracting men and you had this horrible…
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