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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Party Dress Styles for Teens for Christmas Celebrations
When going to Christmas celebrations, teens often like to dress up. There are a lot of beautiful party dresses out there, and a lot of your choice is going to depend on your style, body type, and what type of…
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Tolerance in Interfaith Relationships – Disagree
May 17, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
All relationships between the various religious faiths cause difficulties, but these problems are not insurmountable. A few years ago a plane carrying tourists between Bangkok and Phuket in Thailand crashed, with over fifty casualties resulting from this tragic event. The…
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Why Ofice Romances are a Bad Idea
While most people don’t go to the office every day with the intention of finding true love, or even a fleeting romance, it does happen, with various outcomes. There may come a day when you look across the office and…
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How Does a Renal Dialysis Machine Work?
Overview The dialysis machine was engineered by Dr. Willem Kolff in 1943. While the first machines were huge, bulky devices whose use was controversial, improvements made them smaller and more effective. Dialysis machines can even be used in the home,…
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Houndstooth Womens Fashion Trends for Fall and Winter 2013
Within the world of fashion, classic patterns and prints have always been regarded by fashion lovers as being among the most practical and stylish designs. No matter what age, size, or body-type women everywhere have found basic graphic shapes and…
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Nutritional Causes of Blemishes
May 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Acne is a common complaint, especially in teenagers, although adults can also suffer from it. The exact causes of acne are unknown, but it is thought to result from clogged pores, excess oil on the skin, inflammation and bacteria. There…
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Easy Ways for Men to Lose Weight
May 17, 2015 Weight Management
Body fat centered in the male stomach is more of a health risk than fat in any other location. Unfortunately, according to research published on Medline Plus, men tend to carry their excess weight around their gut area. The good…
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Anxiety
May 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Cognitive behavioral therapy is one of the most common types of psychotherapy used in treating anxiety disorders, according the Mayo Clinic. Children, teens and adults who suffer from anxiety disorders have trouble concentrating, difficulty succeeding at work and school…
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Fashion the Biggest Scam
The idle rich are not really idle, you know. Rich women must spend hours each season discarding bangle bracelets, fat heels, long skirts, and last year’s colors and select all new sets of chokers, mules, short skirts, and the “new…
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Custody Laws for Grandparents
Custody laws for grandparents vary between states within the United States. All states command that the best interest of the child is considered before custody can be awarded to a grandparent. Custody refers to the right to make decisions for…
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Stress Management & Relaxation Training
Overview Stress management is a coordinated approach to dealing with the emotional and physical effects of our natural stress responses, which can arise with undesirable frequency and drain our reserves of health and well-being. You will likely benefit from learning…
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Natalie Portman
If an actress can wear her favorite designer’s creation from a department store for $40 can’t we all be a little more frugal? If Natalie Portman can be photographed at NY Times’ Arts and Leisure weekend wearing a $40 dress…
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Simple Tips to look Ten Years Younger
May 17, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Would you like to take ten years off of your look and you don’t know how? There are some simple things you can do to achieve this beauty feat. It isn’t necessary to spend a lot of money either. If…
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Ways to Slim Down Legs
Slimming down your legs involves cardiovascular exercise, to burn calories and fat, and strength training, to build muscle and tone. According to the textbook “Exercise Physiology: Energy, Nutrition and Human Performance,” the most efficient way to slim the legs is…
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The Difference Between Nike, Puma & Adidas Soccer Shoes
May 17, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Nike, Adidas and Puma are three of the world’s major soccer shoe manufacturers. While the basic concept of modern soccer shoes may seem to be fairly standardized across the market, technological innovations by all three companies have resulted in…
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About the Safety of Sex During Pregnancy
Overview Many pregnant women experience changes in their sex drive during pregnancy. Some may find that increased blood flow to the sexual organs and breasts boosts their libidos, while others discover that uncomfortable pregnancy symptoms put a damper on their…
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The Causes for Increased Belly Fat
May 17, 2015 Weight Management
Belly fat not only looks unhealthy, it actually increases your risk of developing certain chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. USA Today reported in 2008 that more than 50 percent of Americans possess too much belly fat….
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Homemade Shampoo and Conditioner Recipes
You have visitors over for the holidays and someone just used the last of your shampoo. You are not in the mood to run to the market, so why not go into the kitchen and make your own. 1 cup…
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Cycling & Male Fertility
Overview Male infertility is responsible for at least one-third of all infertility cases, according to the American Pregnancy Association. One potential cause of male infertility is something normally considered healthy: cycling. Men who regularly cycle long distances may suffer from…
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How to look Hot when its Cold
May 17, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
“Looking good is always in season.” (marcus brooks 2011) When flipping through fashion magazines, you see models dressed for different kinds of climates. In spring issues, you may see people wearing thinly-knit sweaters with seude jackets or fleece pullovers. Fall…
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What is a Great Love
What is a great love? A great love is when a partner or spouse gets goose flesh that perks up and winks at them when their partner/spouse walks into a room. It’s a feeling of the person being part of…
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Racquetball Terms & Rules
May 17, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Racquetball is a highly competitive game that requires speed, quickness, great reactions and quick thinking. Racquetball is a top-flight exercise because it offers aerobic and anaerobic benefits. The sport will get your heart rate up and burn more than 600…
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Things that can Kill a Marriage
May 17, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
There are a great many things in this world that can kill a marriage. Among the top marriage killers are infidelity, abusiveness, chemical addiction, and the ever present ease of getting a divorce. The first thing that I must say…
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Healthy Eating and Brain Chemistry
May 17, 2015 Weight Management
Overview The food you consume is the fuel you give your body, and it has a definite and immediate effect on it, particularly the brain, whose demands for nutrients are always met first. Healthy eating provides not only the basic…
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Standing Hip Exercises
The hip joints are surrounded by numerous muscles, which contract to move your legs through various ranges of motion. These movements are important for activities such as sitting down, standing up, stepping sideways, walking, and running. Therefore, you should exercise…
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2010 Grammy Awards Red Carpet Winners and Losers
The 2010 Grammy Awards continued the trend of the last several years in which the biggest hype was centered around the fashions displayed by the entertainers walking the red carpet more than the music they were there to be honored…
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How to Make Hand Lotion Bars
Solid lotion bars are all the rage in beauty stores worldwide. Concentrated, spill-proof and resistant to hand washing, they offer a convenient format for keeping your skin soft, hydrated and protected from harsh conditions. Gardeners love them for countering the…
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Torn between two Lovers
There’s a beautiful song by Mary McGregor called ‘Torn Between Two Lovers,’ and it’s clear that whoever wrote the lyrics found themselves in the position of loving two people at once. People fall in love with someone else because ‘There’s…
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Tanning Spray Booth Information
May 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Many people want their skin to have a golden glow but aren’t willing to sacrifice their health to achieve that. While spray tanning booths offer an alternative to the ultraviolet radiation exposure of sunbathing and using tanning beds, users…
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Ways to Get a Guy to Notice You
Getting a guy to notice you is sometimes easier said than done. While going directly to the guy and chatting him up will certainly make him notice you, it can be nerve-racking and hard for a woman who is shy….
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