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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May 14, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services reports that sleep-deprived drivers are just as dangerous as drunk drivers, and adequate sleep is essential for good health. Although the amount of sleep needed varies from person to person, an average…
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May 14, 2015 Friends and Peers
Of primary importance: release your need to be liked. People who project their need to be liked end up with the exact opposite result. Living your truth and being who you honestly are in each moment is of far more…
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When it comes to jewelery I can’t stress enough that it is in your best interest to buy from a reputable dealer. Always do your research before choosing a gold merchant to avoid scams and rip offs. If you have…
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When managing curly hair, one has to be careful otherwise they can cause breakages in the hair and also result in knots and tangles which may be difficult and unpleasant to remove. Curly hair sometimes can be dry, so while…
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The thoracic spine, or mid-back, is the most stable and least mobile segment of the spine. Most injuries to the thoracic spine are a result of chronic overuse and poor posture. According to the University of Maryland Spine Center, herniated…
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It seems that most people aren’t happy with the way they look and so spend a great deal of their time trying to change their bodies. What’s the point, though? Of course, it is worth making an effort to look…
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Many otherwise-ecologically minded Americans have a dirty little secret—a stash of plastic bags from the stores they frequent. Although they weigh just a few grams and are just a few millimeters thick, the sheer number of them used each day…
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May 14, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Danger signals in a marriage: Is he cheating on you? Many wives say they could feel something was wrong with their marriage before they knew it for a fact. The perception that something is wrong in the relationship is usually…
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Your appearance tells who you are, what you wear gives people insight of your personality. On a first date, you have to wear what will be appealing and pleasing to your date. It’s not just a date but a first…
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Sure Women Cotton Fresh *WHAT IT IS* Sure women cotton fresh is a roll on anti-perspirant. It claims to last for 24 hours and has 0% alcohol in it. The anti-perspirant also claims to be body responsive and this means…
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There is a widely held idea by many people that trimming hair will make it grow faster. While this isn’t technically the case, like many of these misconceptions there is some truth to it. Although trimming itself doesn’t make the…
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Overview Although playgrounds provide opportunities for children to get exercise and fresh air, they also pose potential hazards. Every year, thousands of children are injured on playgrounds around the country, according to Kidshealth. By following some basic safety policies, you…
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May 14, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Diseases of the skin take many different forms. Some are painful, some itch, and some cause no unusual sensation, they just look strange. Skin diseases also vary in their degree of severity. Some are minor nuisances; others can be fatal…
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John Frieda’s conditioner gives a boost to flat hair leaving it looking bouncy and bright thanks to its brightening extracts. The product gives magnificent results but I definitely would alter a few things about the product if I could. I…
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Adolescence is a time of great upheaval characterized by the need to establish independence from the family, a stable identity; rewarding, reciprocal relationships with peers, accept one’s sexuality and assume a mature sex role. This journey continues into young adulthood…
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Not everyone is designed to be stick-thin, so why waste your time chasing the ‘perfect’ body? You don’t have to simply accept the notion that being skinny makes you more attractive, because it doesn’t anyway. This may be hard to…
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May 14, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Cissus Quadrangularis is an herbal supplement derived from a vine found throughout Asia and Africa. The entire plant has been utilized for it’s natural healing properties. It has been part of Indian Ayurvedic tradition for centuries, and most recently used…
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May 14, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
We all need worthwhile, healthy relationships to complete us and make our lives more than just a lonely existence. Those of us who are married seek certain things from our spouse. We are making a very important commitment to them…
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May 14, 2015 Friends and Peers
When we become truly authentic and learn to love who we are, people will automatically be drawn to us. Trying to get people to like us is not a viable goal. A nobler goal is liking ourselves, despite what others…
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Abdominal exercises that are performed in a supine (lying on your back) position and that lift the torso upward against gravity often aggravate the neck. If this is an issue for you, there are several ways you can still work…
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Overview An Individual Retirement Account, IRA, is an investment account that affords certain tax advantages if you observe Internal Revenue Service regulations. There are many kinds of IRA accounts, from those that can be established by individuals to those that…
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Although you can easily spend hundreds and sometimes even thousands of dollars on expensive hair care that promises you that your hair will be shinier, softer, and healthier than ever, you can get the same, if not better, results by…
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May 14, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Trichloroacetic acid, or TCA, is used for cosmetic skin peels in dermatology offices and is also available for home use. Mild skin peels using TCA involve at-home kits available online and at beauty supply stores. If you’re buying a…
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You’ve done the hard work, you’ve secured the date. But the panic is still there; What should I wear? Where should we go? And most importantly what should I talk about? Before you go on the date it’s a good…
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May 14, 2015 Friends and Peers
The family is very much like that bar in the old TV show “Cheers”; its where everyone knows your name. Family is where you are who you are, warts and all, and someone still loves you. It’s that cozy refuge…
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Essential oils are extracted from various types of plants, including shrubs, trees, flowers and herbs. Many holistic and natural health practitioners believe that these essential oils have a variety of healing and medicinal properties. Many of these oils also are…
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Overview A nurse specialized in collecting evidence, legal testimony expertise and criminal procedure is a forensic nurse, according to The Forensic Nurse, an online resource pertaining to forensic nursing. A forensic nurse is cross trained in the investigation techniques police…
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No couple enters a marriage believing that the relationship will eventually end in divorce, but if the marriage has broken down and there appears to be no chance of reconciliation, there is often no alternative. Although divorce is a complicated…
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There is nothing sexier than a man who can – and will – cook. Your willingness to spend time preparing a meal and your home for her to feel welcome will not go unnoticed. To begin this process, remember to…
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May 14, 2015 Friends and Peers
Being yourself is probably the cardinal rule when meeting others as anything else will come off fake and forced. Not everyone is going to like you as the world simply isn’t wired that way. There are so many different individuals…
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