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 Are the Healthiest Foods for Maximum Weight Loss?
November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Knowing that you need to reduce your overall calorie intake is just one part of the equation for successful weight loss. Getting your calories from healthier foods will ensure that your body has the nutrients it needs to function well…
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Mistakes Men Make in Bed and how to Make the right Moves
No man or woman is a perfect lover. The one reason we fail in bed, is the lack of communication between each other. Lack of communication, becomes a silence in the bedroom more because we don’t want to be told…
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Top Prescription Weight Loss Drugs
November 20, 2013 Senior Health
A number of prescription weight-loss medications have become available to consumers. They provide an option for people who aren’t able to lose weight through conventional methods alone and for people with certain medical conditions. According to the Weight-control Information Network…
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Bad Effects of Benzoyl Peroxide
November 20, 2013 Bad Effects of Benzoyl Peroxide
Benzoyl peroxide is a type of alcohol only made for topical application to your skin. It is used as a medication and treatment for a number of skin problems, most notably acne on your skin. It works by drying out…
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Early Signs of Breast Development
November 20, 2013 Children's Health
Breasts are hormonally regulated organs that mature and develop at during puberty in women. The increase of female hormones, such as estrogen and progesterone, induce the development of breasts–a process that continues throughout life and completes with pregnancy and lactation….
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How to Move on after you Dump your Cheating Partner
First and foremost congratulations on taking out the trash. You were strong enough to accomplish the first and most important step of parting from your cheating partner. Now you are confronted with the challenge of moving on. Begin with deleting…
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Should a Person Reveal their Sexual Past
Revealing your sexual past entirely depends on the two people involved. For many people who are insecure, and desiring exclusiveness, they cannot cope with their partner’s past involvement with anyone else. They often get jealous, they are apt to judge…
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Foods High in LDL Cholesterol
November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
There are two types of cholesterol in your body, one good and one bad. HDL cholesterol is important to keeping your heart, arteries and veins healthy and working properly. LDL cholesterol, on the other hand, can build up in your…
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Brook Trout Field Guide
Overview The brook trout–scientific name Salvelinus fontinalis–is a native species in the northeastern United States and in eastern Canada. They are members of the salmon family in the subgroup of char, which includes lake trout, Dolly Varden trout, bull trout…
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Beginnings
First and foremost the operative word is “ending”. Usually a relationship starts ending long before two people break up. Human nature causes people to be comfortable in their present situation, however painful it may be. Often they are clouded with thinking it…
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Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment in Pregnancy
November 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview The major hormone fluctuations experienced during pregnancy can cause acne in many women. Sebum, or oil, production increases as hormone levels rise. The sebum, long with dead skin cells and bacteria, may then clog pores, causing acne. Because pregnancy…
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6 Ways to Discover Healthy Meat Alternatives
November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Eat Your Vegetables There are several ways to use vegetables as an alternative to meat. One of the most delicious substitutions is using a Portobello mushroom as the “meat” to a juicy, grilled burger. Serve it on a whole-wheat…
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4 Ways to Prevent Snakebites While Camping
1. Knowledge is Key Many snakes are docile, so they won’t bite unless provoked; other snakes are more aggressive. Before you go on a camping trip, learn what snakes are native to the area. Make sure that you learn about…
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10 Things that will Make your Guy Smile
Ten things to make your guy smile – a hard subject to cover on a family site! The main thing to remember is that for women, intimacy and romance leads to sex, whereas for men it’s usually the other way…
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Herbal Depression Treatment
November 20, 2013 Mental Health
Overview Depression is a mental health disorder characterized by feelings of low mood, sadness and hopelessness. It causes a wide variety of symptoms, some of which may include fatigue, insomnia, and changes in appetite and sleeping patterns. There are many…
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Assessing the Bdsm Lifestyle
What exactly is taboo when it comes to sex? Who are the people to say that something is taboo? There is a whole other side or world of sex out there that many people do not explore because it is…
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What Qualifies as being Sexy
Sexy is much like beauty: In the eye of the beholder. I don’t think anyone can put a stamp on what exactly sexy is, much less what qualifies as sexy. These days sexy can be applied to a wide variety…
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Hamstring Strength Exercises
The muscle group commonly referred to as the hamstrings include the muscles that run from the hip joint to the knee joint. The hamstrings are comprised of the biceps femoris, the semimembranosus and the semitendinosus. They are used to flex…
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Gluten-Free Kraft Foods
November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Kraft Foods is famous for its macaroni and cheese, but it offers many other products that can be included in a gluten-free diet. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye and barley. For most people, it causes no problems…
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4 Ways to Put Out a Campfire Properly
1. Let the Fire Burn Down If you know you’re going to be putting out the fire soon, try to avoid adding more firewood. You want the fire to be burning down before to put out the campfire properly. Don’t…
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Need Closure
After a break up many people find themselves needing closure. But, the problem is that no one knows how to receive it. In order to truly find closure you have to understand the reason why you two broke up in…
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Female Kegel Exercises
November 20, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Developed in 1948 by Dr. Arnold Kegel, Kegel exercises are used to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor and improve the function of the sphincters of the urethra and rectum. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Kegels…
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Which Foods Help Your Body to Lose Weight?
November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Weight loss is not just about how many calories you eat, but also about which foods you are putting into your body. Different foods will have different effects on hormone levels, metabolism and blood sugar, which are all important factors…
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How to Make a Baseball Backstop
Overview Baseball is often known as America’s pastime. People of all ages love playing the game, but one of the hardest parts is having to chase after the ball every time you swing and miss. Therefore, building a backstop help…
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Teen Advice how to say no to Sex
How to say no to sex is a very confusing question for teens. Several questions teens must ask themselves include: Why do I want to say no? Is it to late? Are the risks over-rated? Why do I want to…
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Nutrition Content of Fruits & Vegetables
November 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Mothers and health practitioners agree that eating fruits and vegetables will help keep the doctor away, keep disease risks low and maintain a healthy weight. Nutrients essential for your body’s continued health and longevity are found in abundance in…
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The Best Treatment for Forehead Wrinkles
November 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview One of the many places facial wrinkles can develop is on the forehead. A number of rejuvenation methods may help diminishing forehead wrinkles, according to the American Academy Dermatology (AAD). The best treatment option for forehead wrinkles may depend…
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5 Ways to Prevent Nausea During Pregnancy
November 20, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
1. Eat Well, Eat Often Eat frequent, small meals throughout the day to maintain a healthy blood sugar level. This should help alleviate your morning sickness. Take small bites and chew your food thoroughly. Stay away from refined carbs, greasy…
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Foot Detox Facts
November 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Featured in the Science Museum of Minnesota’s collection of Questionable Medical Devices is a fluoroscope and a shoe-fitting X-ray device used in the 1940s and 1950s by shoe stores, purportedly to help customers make sure that the new wing…
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3 Ways to Treat Placenta Previa
November 20, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
1. Determine the Course of Treatment Treatment for placenta previa depends on several things, all of which your doctor will take into account. Your health and the amount of vaginal bleeding help determine the treatment plan. In addition, the age…
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