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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Dressing for Special Occasions
So you are going to a formal party and you have no idea what would be best suited for this type of arrangement. Well, there is nothing to fear! Once you get the basic idea of what colors and even…
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5 Ways to Use Reflexology for Migraines
1. Rule Out Existing Medical Conditions If you suffer from migraines or severe tension headaches, reflexology can be a safe, comforting form of drug-free therapy. Remember, though, that headaches can be triggered by other health conditions, so you should discuss…
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How to Dress for a Cruise
When you go on a cruise, you may need to bring a variety of clothing with you. Many cruises have a variety of functions and excursions, which require different dress codes. The following are some tips on how to dress…
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Guide to a Mans Wardrobe
“Every girl’s crazy about a sharp dressed man!” Yes, ZZTop, she IS, and no one has said it better than that. Men, it is time to embrace your destiny and attract- drum roll please- women! My list may not be…
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Bad Shoulder Exercises
The shoulder is a complicated joint supported by four small muscles that comprise the rotator cuff. Because these muscles are small and vulnerable, they can easily be injured or damaged. Injuries occur in sporting competitions, car accidents, household falls or…
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Hiding that beer gut from the ladies
Beer bellies are a common occurrence these days and although “beer belly” is a common name, over-eating plays its part as well. It’s hard to get back into shape once your tummy gets big, but by taking a look at…
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Fat Burning Chest Workouts
May 15, 2015 Weight Management
The best way to lose fat on any part of your body is to gain metabolically active muscle. The more muscle mass you have, the more calories you burn throughout the day. The chest consists of large muscles, so by…
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Yoga Exercises for a Flat Stomach
The practice of yoga engages all muscles in your body, simultaneously strengthening, stretching and toning. There are several poses that fully engage the core muscles of your abdomen. Inversions, for example, require great upper body strength while also employing full…
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Bathroom Etiquette
Privacy in a public bathroom? Isn’t that a little oxymoronic? Obtaining privacy in a public place is tricky at best. There are a myriad of times I’ve wished for privacy in a public bathroom, and in those times, unfortunately, wishing…
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Cardio Exercise for the Heart
Overview Exercising and working out have a lot more benefits than just tipping the scale in the right direction and making clothes fit better. Regular exercise, especially cardio exercise, helps keep your body in its healthiest state and can ward…
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Aging and Testosterone
Overview The Cleveland Clinic characterizes testosterone as a hormone that’s predominately responsible for male sexual characteristics and fertility. But these aren’t the sole bodily needs for this androgen. Mood, muscle mass, red blood cells and bone density are all dependent…
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How to be Comfortable with Skinny Jeans in Warm Weather
Skinny jeans are a type of jean that never seems to fade out of fashion lately. You see them everywhere, on people walking down the street, to celebrities and even fashion magazines. These kind of jeans can look good with…
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Important Skills for Effective Communication in the Information Age
Entry to the Information Age means quick communications and few geographic boundaries, providing access to thoughts and information in real time around the globe. One disadvantage of the Information Age is that people cannot use body language to interpret the…
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Having great fashion is not as important as having great style
It was Coco Chanel who said, “Fashion fades; only style remains the same.” This is indeed true. But what is fashion, and what is style? This article defines fashion as the clothes you wear, and style as your personal preference….
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Why you should not get Married
May 15, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
WHY YOU SHOULD NOT GET MARRIED: We all get opportunities to be with someone we can live with or marry. Whether we actually decide we want to marry them should depend on all sorts of reasons. It should not be…
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Why we say yes when we want to say no
To say ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ that has vexed many individuals during their life time in many situations and many time it happens that heart is tempting us to say No and we end up saying Yes! I think its perfectly…
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Why Exercise Increases Heart Rate
Overview Exercise increases heart rate, which may be closely monitored under certain training regimens. Breathing also increases and the skin produces sweat. In fact, breathing and sweat production are processes that respond to and benefit from an increased heart rate….
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Herbal Remedies for Bacterial Vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis is the most common type of vaginal infection. The condition accounts for over 40 percent of vaginal infections among women of childbearing age, according to naturopathic physician Tori Hudson. In her book “Women’s Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine,” Hudson…
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Aromatherapy and Massage
May 15, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Aromatherapy utilizes the scents given off by essential oils to either stimulate or relax the body. Using essential oils during a massage provides one of the safest and most pleasant ways of using aromatherapy, according to the National Association…
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How to Dress for a Day at a Theme Park
How you dress for a day at a theme park can make or break your fun-filled day. Depending upon what park you are visiting and what time of year you go to the theme park makes a difference in how…
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Analgesic, Antipyretic & Anti-Inflammatory Medicines
May 15, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Several different classes of medications, each with multiple specific agents in each class, have analgesic (pain-killing), antipyretic (fever-reducing) or anti-inflammatory (inflammation-reducing) properties. These classes of medications include corticosteroids, non-steroidals, opiates and other miscellaneous agents, like acetaminophen. Some medications require…
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How to Wear Workplace Attire with Style
Polished and professional is traditionally the look of workplace attire. Though your job position may demand specific clothing requirements, there are ways in which you can both dress the part and add your own flare, when appropriate. There are general…
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How do you keep your True self Safe from Painful Intrusions
Are you one of those people who talk and talk and talk, but never say anything? The real you is hiding under the verbiage, afraid to come out. If you stop talking, someone might say something that you don’t want…
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The Advantages of a Steam Bath
May 14, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Steam baths offer a variety of health benefits. The thick fog of steam generated in steam baths helps rejuvenate skin, improve blood circulation, reduce sore muscles and stiff joints, reduce stress and provide relief for upper respiratory conditions. Skin Benefits…
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Are Personal Hygiene Products Safe
One of the first television advertisements I remember seeing as a child was one for Ivory Soap. It touted that this soap was 99 and 99/100 percent pure. Did it occur to me just why that was important? – not…
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A Teenager’s Diet
Overview Teenagers are still growing and need a healthy diet to develop physically and cognitively. Teenagers who have a healthy diet are more likely to be healthy adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC, adolescents with…
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The Importance of Color
Why is color important when picking out different kinds of clothing? Well it is a hard question to pin point, but it is one of the key reasons people can look great in certain colors. What are the secrets to…
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What Are Easy Exercises to Slim Down?
May 14, 2015 Weight Management
Although the support of professionals and a fitness community can be helpful and motivating, those are certainly not essential to achieve weight loss. The effectiveness of videotaped group workout sessions, using the great outdoors and implementing incremental dietary changes can…
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How to Recover from a Broken Heart
When you get your heart broken by someone you thought loved you, it’s a normal reaction to think it’ll never get better. You will stay in your room, in darkness, listening to music that makes you feel even worse, for…
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Common Disorders & Diseases of The Skin
The skin is a protective covering that makes up the largest organ in the human body. It shields the body from the environment. Sometimes, a mole on the skin can turn cancerous. In some instances, the skin can also turn…
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