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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10 Ways to Wreck Your Retirement
The years after retirement are often referred to as the golden years. According to the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), retirement should be full of healthy recreation, travel, good food, time with family and friends, and the pursuit of…
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What Is the Required Equipment for a Karate Class for Men?
May 21, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Karate instruction incorporates a quasi-military teaching style requiring discipline, uniformity and a hierarchical structure. As a result, the equipment needed to study karate includes uniforms and rank insignia. Karate study requires physical contact that could lead to injury. Protective…
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How do we know if the Man we Love is the right Guy to help Raise your Kids
You’ve found a man that you love, and who you feel loves you in the same manner. How wonderful! You may have even introduced him to your children, and they seem to get along. But how do you know what…
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Kidney Transplant Centers List
Kidney transplantation is among the most complicated of medical procedures. While transplantation techniques and patient outcomes have improved, it is important to choose a top quality transplant center to ensure that kidney donation and transplant patients receive the appropriate care…
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How to Choose Party Dresses which will Wash well
It is convenient to buy party dresses that wash well. You can clean them in your own home and save the money of dry cleaning, which can be quite expensive for many items. There are different things to look for…
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Volleyball Terms & Rules
May 21, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Volleyball originated in the United States, and in 1995 the sport was 100 years old. Volleyball, like soccer, is one of the top-ranked participation sports. In 1895, William G. Morgan, an instructor at the Holyoke, Massachusetts, YMCA, created the sport…
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Benefits of Having Health Insurance
With the cost of health insurance rising annually, you may reach a point where you must decide if the premiums are worth the cost. Health insurance offers access to medical care that may be unaffordable without it. An unexpected injury…
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Names of Weight Loss Groups
May 21, 2015 Weight Management
A study by Agricultural Research Service, ARS, which is U.S. Department of Agriculture’s chief scientific research agency, shows that people who join weight loss groups suffer less stress related to their dieting efforts. This improves their performance on everyday tasks…
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Tips for Helping Children Deal with Divorce
May 20, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Growing up, children have more than bullies and lunch money to learn to deal with. Idealistically, life should be easy for a kid, and that child should not have to worry with serious “adult” issues like divorce. He or she…
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Outrageous Fashions from the Catwalk in 2011
It’s no secret that couture fashion is known for its lavish design and over-the top appearance, however some designers have a tendency to go a bit to far. While the fashion industry constantly urges it’s designers to remain on the…
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Exercises to Help Relieve Pain for Carpal Tunnel
May 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that primarily affects the joints of the hands. Repetitive motion and joint degeneration are two common causes of carpal tunnel pain. In conjunction with other treatment methods, carpal tunnel exercises are recommended to increase…
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Changes to Breathing System During Exercise
Your respiratory system, or breathing system, includes the structures from your nose to your trachea and finally the alveoli in your lungs. Alveoli are the tiny pockets where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged. This system is responsible for moving…
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Men Woman Fathers Kids Family Shopping Clothing Shopping Money Spending
Clothing stores, music labels, television programs are sending the wrong message to our kids just to make a few zillion dollars: What is worse is some parents are “buying it” not me though. I take the hits and am the…
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Exercises to Avoid During the First Trimester of Pregnancy
Although a woman may not feel up to it every day, getting exercise on a regular basis while pregnant is key to having a healthy pregnancy. If a woman had an active exercise regimen prior to pregnancy, she is generally…
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Hot trends in New Year’s Eve party and special occasion get-ups
The start of a new year generally evokes excitement, anticipation and merriment. Many people are hopeful that the forthcoming year brings them prosperity, happiness and adventure, among other things. The atmosphere during New Year’s Eve celebrations is usually of letting…
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The Best Energy Efficient Space Heaters
Space heaters are small heating units that you can you use to supplement your central heating system. Most space heaters rely on electricity, though others use more efficient heating sources like propane or kerosene. To reduce your monthly energy costs,…
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Tips for a Positive Mental Attitude
Sometimes it’s hard to maintain a positive mental attitude, especially in times of financial, career or family stress. However, staying positive requires that individuals be prepared to adapt to changing circumstances and situations, whether the goal is to lose weight,…
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About Alopecia Areata
May 20, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Alopecia areata is a type of hair loss that occurs in small circular patches. Unlike other forms of hair loss, alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease. Some people’s hair loss improves with treatment, while others’ alopecia areata may go…
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Uses for Grapefruit Pectin
Grapefruit pectin is a powder made from the pulp and the rind of the fruit. It has antibacterial and anti-fungal properties that provide wide-ranging health benefits. A soluble fiber, it promotes heart and digestive health, helps control blood sugar and…
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When to End a Friendship
May 20, 2015 Friends and Peers
Ending a friendship is never an easy choice to make. Obviously, a friend is someone you enjoyed, at least, at first. But sometimes, our first impressions are not always correct and we end up in a position where we need…
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5 Simple Ways to Conquer Your Fear of Flying
May 20, 2015 Weight Management
Fear of flying is a real problem for more than 18 percent of individuals in the United States alone. This anxiety can stem from a fear of heights, enclosed spaces, crashes or even terrorism, but it, just like any other…
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Fashion Trends for Color Fall and Winter 2011
While color trends change from season to season, colors also vary from year to year. Feel free to add a punch of color to brighten up your 2011. Tones Fall and winter move from the bold colors of summer to focus…
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How to Care for a Sick Friend or Family Member at Home
I took care of an elderly step-dad for two years at home before he died. It was the most difficult thing I ever had to do and also the most rewarding. For the last six months he was bed-ridden and…
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The Development of a Newborn Baby
Overview Even the most seasoned parents often find the appearance and behavior of their newborn strange and unusual–after all; he is a brand new person with his own likes, dislikes and quirks. By keeping realistic expectations about your newborn’s appearance,…
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Is Blood Thicker than Water – No
I hail from a rather enormous extended family of Irish/Italian Catholic’s, between the food and spirits at family gatherings its a wonder we have even survived the generations, but none the less, we stand proud and numerous. Given the lineage,…
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Friendship Issues Advice
May 20, 2015 Friends and Peers
Tips for helping those in need during a recession…helping those in need during a recession can benefit our souls and put smiles on our faces. No-one knows what it is to be hungry until they open the cupboard and find…
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Different Kinds of Hypertension
Defined as blood pressure higher than 140/90, hypertension affects over 74 million Americans, or one in three adults, the American Heart Association reports. Nearly 25 percent don’t know they have high blood pressure, which is easily diagnosed and usually controllable,…
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In Divorce should the Father have Equal Custody Rights to his Children – Yes
May 20, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
I, absolutely, believe that fathers should have equal custody rights to his children, ESPECIALLY, if the mother isn’t fit to take care of them. Perfect example: My husband’s best friend, Erik, married a girl, Melinda, about ten years ago, and…
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Home Remedies for a Dry Nose
May 20, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
The dry, cold air of winter, medications, hormonal shifts that accompany pregnancy or menopause, and other factors can all cause you to experience a dry nose. Nasal dryness can be itchy and uncomfortable but can also lead to medical issues…
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Benefits from Selenium
Selenium is a nutrient called a trace mineral. Everyone needs selenium in their diet, but only a little bit. The National Institutes of Health’s Office of Dietary Supplements recommends a daily intake of selenium ranging from 20 to 70 mcg,…
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