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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The Pills That Burn Belly Fat
November 16, 2013 The Pills That Burn Belly Fat
Fat-burning pills do not magically make belly fat disappear. Losing belly fat requires combining a healthy diet with increased physical exercise. However, natural supplements can accelerate the rate at which you lose body fat. Add fat-burning products to your diet…
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Venting Stress can too much Complaining Hurt a Relationship – Yes
November 16, 2013 Communication
Complaining is a form of negative communication. Complaining is usually conveyed in a hostile tone and with hostile motives. Complaining never ever reconciles relationships. In fact, the constant barrage of complaints can prove fatal to most any relationship. Some people…
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Free Easy AB Exercises
The Internet is practically wall-papered with recipes for atomic ab exercises, hardcore, gravity-defying feats that promise to give you abs of steel. The truth is that you don’t have to swing from a chandelier to get a sculpted midsection; you…
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Badminton Rules for Singles & Doubles
Badminton is a racket sport resembling tennis played over a volleyball net, with a light plastic object known as a shuttlecock replacing the ball. The game is played using a hybrid combination of rules from both sports. Often played at…
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Safest Weight Loss Programs
November 16, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Medline Plus states that up to 66 percent of adults in the U.S. are obese or overweight. There are several diets that promise to help you lose weight fast or within a specified time frame. While these diets are tempting,…
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How Couples Manage Money Secrets
November 16, 2013 Communication
Money secrets are not uncommon. According to MSNBC, a survey of 23,000 people found 37 percent of men, and 56 percent of women keep money secrets. In a separate study by Smart Money, 36 percent of men were found to…
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Should a Woman tell her Husband her Romantic Past – No
November 16, 2013 Communication
Some things, such as a wife’s romantic history, are better left as mysteries. There is no possible good that can come from a woman telling her husband about every man that she has loved and/or been with physically. Wanting to…
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About Accutane
November 16, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Acne vulgaris, commonly called acne, affects 40 million to 50 million people in the United States, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). Acne can range from mild to severe and present as a few pimples or cysts…
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Tips for Effective Communication with your Partner
November 16, 2013 Communication
Everyone knows that communication is the key to a successful relationship. The burning question is: how do you keep the communication lines open and good? This article is going to offer tips for effective communication with your partner. *Honest. Be open…
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What Factors Do You Consider When Setting a Goal?
November 16, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Goal setting is used throughout the world as an instrument to motivate employees and raise productivity. The drawback of goal setting lies in the fact that improper use of the instrument leads to dysfunctional behavior with a negative impact on…
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What Are the Risks of Pregnancy With Chronic High Blood Pressure?
Having chronic hypertension that starts before pregnancy or during the first 20 weeks of pregnancy can cause complications. Chronic hypertension can have harmful effects on a fetus, and it also increases the risk of developing other diseases in pregnancy. Between…
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How Rude Behavior at Work Impacts your Job Performance
November 16, 2013 Communication
Many people underestimate the effect of rude behavior on job performance. When you work for a company or organization, your job performance is based on skill, productivity, talent and personality. Some people believe they can get by mainly on merit…
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4 Ways to Prevent Overtraining Chest Muscles in Bodybuilding
1. Work Smarter Not Harder Even seasoned bodybuilders get too enthusiastic for their own good. Crossing the line between shocking the muscle and injuring it is easy if you are not careful. When you are training the chest, watch for…
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What Are the Risk Factors of Diabetes?
Diabetes affects almost 24 million Americans, and the number is rising. The types of diabetes, type 1 and type 2, have different causes. Type 2, once called adult onset diabetes but now also found in children, is the most common…
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4 Ways to Identify Gluten-Free Grains
November 15, 2013 Diet & Nutrition
1. Gluten and Oats Gluten is the protein part of grains. If you suffer from celiac disease, you must maintain a gluten-free, which isn’t easy to do. Gluten is in many products and grains that seem to fit the gluten-free…
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Acupressure Points for a Congested Ear
Overview Whether you have tried everything you could find to unblock that ear congestion or you just prefer to avoid medications that can have side effects, acupressure can be a superb treatment to get you hearing clearly again. The Merriam-Webster…
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Types of Breast Cancer Screening
Breast cancer is a tumor that develops from any of the cell types within the breast. There are several types of breast cancer that differ in their originating cell type, invasiveness and aggressiveness. Breast-cancer screening is a preventive method that…
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3 Ways to Use Pilates for Sports Injury Prevention
1. The Power of Pilates Pilates can be used to lengthen muscles, maintain flexibility and increase mobility throughout the body. This exercise technique works by keeping muscles warm and lubricated through a series of stretches that relieve tension and tightness….
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Complications With GERD
GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a condition in which gastroesophageal reflux (GER) occurs twice or more a week on a persistent basis, according to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse. Gastroesophageal reflux results from the improper closure or spontaneous…
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How to Help Oneself With the Stomach Flu
Overview If you have the stomach flu, you may be wondering if there is anything you can do to relieve your symptoms and stop the frequent trips to the bathroom. Although the illness is commonly referred to as “stomach flu,”…
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How to Deal with Rudeness without Losing Calm
November 15, 2013 Communication
The writer has always been taught to stay within her grace, even in the midst of encountering rude behavior from someone. People are all responsible for their own behaviors and how they respond to rudeness speaks of their own moral fiber and character. It is always best…
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Gym Exercises for the Arms
There are many arm exercises to do in a gym to tone and strengthen biceps, triceps and forearms. Keep in mind, almost all upper body exercises include the arms, so perform workouts directly targeting arms one to two days per…
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Kettlebell Tips
Kettlebells have a lot of advantages over traditional dumbbells and barbells. With dumbbells and barbells, your hand grips the object between the bulk of the weight, requiring stability in your arm, while kettlebells position your hand opposite the weight and…
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Exercise Tips to Firm the Glute Muscles
The gluteal muscles, or glutes, are a collection of three muscles–the gluteus maximus, medius and minimus–that make up the musculature of the buttocks. The glutes act on the hip joints to move the body’s trunk and legs through all planes…
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Understanding Men
November 15, 2013 Communication
A Guide to Men First of all, let’s get one thing straight, MEN ARE SIMPLE! What do I mean by this? We women tend to think that the male mind is so complex and they have no idea of what…
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3 Ways To Determine the Severity of Bowling Injuries
1. Let Your Body Guide You If you incur an injury while bowling, pay attention to what your body tells you. For example, if you strain your knee on the approach, check the knee over the next few hours, and…
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AB Exercises to Do at the Gym
If exercising your abs at the gym is what gets you motivated, then take advantage of the weight machines and gym equipment. Exercises like crunches and leg raises that you can do at home on the floor or a ball…
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Which Herbs Will Provide Energy?
November 15, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Many individuals often complain of lack of energy and increasing fatigue throughout the day. Healthy energy levels are important because they support productivity and a healthy lifestyle. There are several herbal remedies that can safely increase energy and alertness. Green…
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BMI Ideal Body Weight
November 15, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Health professionals use a variety of criteria to determine ideal weight. Body mass index (BMI) is one method of calculating one’s ideal weight based on one’s height. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), BMI is easy to…
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The Best Weight Loss Drinks
November 15, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
If you are looking to lose weight, you need to not only change your food habits, but the type of drinks you consume as well. Sodas, fruit juices and coffee drinks can add a lot of extra sugar and calories…
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