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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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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Sales of bottled water have ballooned in the last 10 years, tripling to about $4 billion a year, says the Natural Resources Defense Council’s report, “Bottled Water: Pure Drink or Pure Hype.” According to the Sierra Club fact sheet, “Bottled…
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Today it seems that fashion trends are not only for adults. There are trends for young girls, young boys, and even babies. For the most part this fact is harmless, and can even offer lots of fun for children and…
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May 17, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Right now you probably feel that you will never get over it. The pain you are going through is almost physical. Indeed, it may even have physical manifestations such as nausea, insomnia, headaches and other symptoms typical of stress. You…
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May 17, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Ocean kayak fishing is a popular type of fishing among anglers. Kayaking allows you to go miles out into the ocean to a solitary place that is both relaxing and exciting. Many types of fish can be caught while in…
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I was sent an email about how powerful we all are and listed things that we can do as people to become better and that sort of thing and it listed five things, meditation, forgiving others, stay curious and adventerous,…
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Making your own facials out of common household ingredients will help save money as well as help you avoid toxic ingredients. Many commercial skin care products contain artificial fragrances, artificial colors, petroleum by-products and other undesirable chemicals. There are many…
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High self-esteem is directly related to happiness, according to an article published by the American Psychological Society. When you have high self-esteem, you perform better, are more likely to achieve success and less likely to be depressed and have a…
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Short for pectoralis major, your pecs are located on the front of your upper torso and are essentially your chest muscles. The pecs are important for the health and stability of your shoulder joint as well as overall appearance of…
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Overview Since February 2006, the Dannon Company has delivered Activia yogurt to homes across America and in more than 24 countries worldwide, according to the Dannon website. Activia yogurt serves the function of being both a leading yogurt brand and…
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Very few people have actually tasted the delicate, yet exciting intricacies of True Love. I have heard so many times that Love doesn’t hurt. Nothing can be farther from the truth. When you love someone, there is a type of…
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Girls do not need to do any special exercises to work their abs differently than boys do. However, you can tighten your abs to shrink your waistline by doing stabilization exercises. Exercises that involve unstable surfaces or require you to…
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May 17, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Many Americans want to lose weight. But losing that weight, whether it’s five or 100 pounds, can be difficult, because it requires a lifestyle change. It can be especially difficult if you love eating but hate exercising. But by…
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So you’ve saved up all that money and bought yourself a highly coveted set of GHD straighteners. You have finally discovered the secret of poker straight hair. No longer is it just celebrities and the social elite who can enjoy…
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Getting a pedicure can be one of the most relaxing experiences. No part of your body gets more abused throughout the day then your feet. If you want to perform a pedicure (either on yourself or on someone else), you…
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May 17, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Aveda’s hair gloss treatment is the company’s Brilliant Emollient Finishing Gloss. It is sold in beauty supply stores and pharmacies to control unruly hair by smoothing out ends while providing a glossy shine. Aveda lists the Brilliant Emollient Finishing…
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The New York runway shows and all the fashion magazines seem to be shouting “2010 is the year for DIY in fashion.” Fashion starts with hair styles and some exciting new trends are out there waiting to be copied. Braids…
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The calf is composed of three muscles: the medial and lateral gastrocnemius, and the soleus. A number of injuries or disorders cause pain in the calf. The most important to consider is deep venous thrombosis. Calf Strain The two larger…
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Eczema is a common skin problem in toddlers. It affects as many as one in every 10 young children, according to Kids Health, a non-profit informational site produced by the Nemours Foundation. Most kids outgrow it by the age of…
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Despite some minor variations, the laws pertaining to custody procedures and proceedings largely are the same from one state to another. These statutes govern the process for establishing custody in the first instance as well as the procedures used to…
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Enteric fever, also called typhoid fever, is a bacterial infection most commonly caused by the bacteria Salmonella typhi, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. It is contracted by consuming contaminated food or drink. Common symptoms include diarrhea and…
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Overview The wood of the sandalwood tree, known botanically as Santalum album, has been used in the making of furniture, buildings and incense for 4,000 years. But overuse means the tree now is almost extinct. According to the Eden Project…
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The swimwear emerging for summer 2010 is best described as daring. Think skimpy cuts and stand out fabrics and details. However, fear not if you’d rather not attract attention, there are still many traditional bread and butter styles on offer….
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Overview A prenuptial agreement can contain a variety of different provisions dealing with assets and how property is dealt with in the event of divorce. This type of contract can include specific provisions establishing parameters relating to alimony or spousal…
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Acne is painful, physically and mentally both. It is imperative to treat acne before they become stubborn. Today, people are tending to natural remedies to get rid of acne and pimples. Homemade acne face mask is the best way to…
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May 17, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview If you have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder–ADHD–your brain has distinctive patterns that are different from those of normal people. While ADHD brain “wiring” has created problems for you in paying attention, sticking with boring tasks, and remembering things, your…
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If you are struggling to save your relationship with your boyfriend or girlfriend, spouse, or even best friend don’t despair. There are ways to identify the problem, form a plan to fix it and make that plan work. The first…
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Up to two-thirds of people age 50 and older have a more difficult time remembering names, appointments and other details in life, according to the Harvard Medical School. Most of the time, these small memory lapses are not signs of…
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Overview The best stress management techniques keep you from feeling stressed out in the first place. Positive thinking can prevent anxiety as well as getting rid of stress even if you are not able to head it off. You can…
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How old is too old to wear a mini skirt? Is this yet one more way of society telling women what to do?Ladies, you have eyes, you have a mirror, how do you feel when you look at yourself wearing…
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May 17, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Just the very idea is enough to bring tears to the eyes of anyone in what might be called a normal relationship. But some of us, myself included, live or have lived with this reality – marriage without sex. Let’s…
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