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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Genetic Disorders of the Skin
May 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Many skin conditions are genetic. Most of these conditions are inherited, though some do occur from a sporadic change in the DNA of a gene. These conditions cause a variety of symptoms such as very dry, tight skin; blistering; and…
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Style Tips for Men with a Large Waist
There seems to come a point when men with a large waistline give up hope and stop trying to look fashionable and stylish. However, with a little know-how, it is still possible to be a guy with a large waistline…
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Life and Death
Life to the mortal mind is something that occurs once and is very fragile physically. What is not thought about, is the possibility that Life does not end but switches to another phase, “The After Life”. It seems that our…
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Abnormal FSH Levels
Overview The menstrual cycle is governed by the interaction of hormones that allow an egg-containing follicle to grow. Follicle-stimulating hormone, or FSH, plays an important role in the recruitment and development of eggs each month. Abnormal FSH levels more often…
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Frankincense Oil Benefits
Long believed to be the gift of kings, frankincense is an ingredient for spiritual and physical healing. Its smoke is believed to carry prayers to heaven, and was once believed to have the ability to prevent the spread of disease…
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How to Pick a Dress for plus Sized Women
If you are a plus sized woman then buying a dress can be an unpleasant experience for you. Sometimes it seems that all of the nice and fashionable dresses are reserved for the smaller people among us. When buying a…
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Sharing Family Responsibilities
Sharing family responsibilities is a crucial part of having a happy home. The entire family benefits from making sure the everyday tasks are taken care of. If one person is responsible for everything, not only does that person suffer but…
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What Wives want from Husbands
May 11, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Understanding your wife isn’t as hard as you make it out to be gentlemen. Although women and men may speak different languages, our wants and desires are not all that different from yours. First of all, all women want to…
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The Best Swiss Ball Exercises
Swiss balls range in size from 55 to 75 cm and they are also known as exercise balls, fitness balls, physio balls and stability balls. The main thing that separates the best from the worst exercises on a Swiss ball,…
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Basketball: Missed Free Throw Rules
May 11, 2015 Sports & Recreation
In basketball, a player gets free throws when he takes a shot from the field and is fouled. A player who makes the shot, anyway, will get an one free throw. If he missed the shot on which he was…
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What Are Some Ways We Can Conserve Energy?
Every time you flick on a light switch or start your car, you use energy. This costs you money in terms of utility bills and may also contribute to air pollution and environmental degradation since most energy is derived from…
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Product Review Paris by Yves Saint Laurent
-PARIS by Yves Saint Laurent – I just adore the perfumes of Yves Saint Laurent. There are so many I like from this one maker. All very distinctive too. His ‘Y’ is the most beautiful fragrance, as is Rive Gauche,…
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Sharing Family Responsibilities
Catch a few minutes of any 1950s television rerun and you will easily recognize traditional family roles. Mom, typically in dress and pearls, is found cleaning with a feather duster and cooking a four-course meal. Dad, arriving home in suit…
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Foods that Fight Candida
Fighting candida infection is one thing, winning is another. Candida infection can be notoriously difficult to eradicate. From fatigue to “brain fog,” from headaches to dizziness, the symptoms caused by candida overgrowth are numerous and varied. The candida species is…
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Does Friendship go beyond Death
The feelings you have for a friend do not diminish when that person is gone. True friendship most assuredly transcends death. The give and take aspects of a viable friendship allow the benefits derived from that satisfying relationship to remain…
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Side Effects of Soy Milk
Soy milk is commonly used to replace cow’s milk in one’s diet. It is popular among vegetarians, and even more popular with vegans, who aim to eliminate their consumption of all animal products. While soy milk, like other soy products,…
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Sicilian Folk Remedies
Sicilian folk remedies can fit into two main categories: verbal incantations and use of plants, including herbs and vegetables. In the first category, healers perform traditional rituals to cure problems from wounds to worms. As for edible therapy, healers often…
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Great Ways to say i Love you
May 11, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
There are many simple ways to say “I love you” to your spouse. Whether it’s a hug, a kiss, or just a smile; it has to become a habit and not just something that you do once in a while….
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Causes of High HDL
High density lipoprotein or HDL is the protective form of cholesterol that collects damaging fats throughout the body and transports them to the arteries for disposal. Women are advised to target a level of HDL above 50mg per deciliter and…
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Stages of Grief Acceptance
The often overpowering feelings of grief such as heartache, sorrow and anguish are typically brought on by some type of major loss. You may be advised by caring people to hold your chin up; less empathic types may encourage you…
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How to Live after you Lose someone Special
How To Live After You Lose Someone Special My sister lost her husband August 8th of 2008. She was devastated, I will never forget the phone call we got that night. I was suppose to be sleep, but I woke…
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What to do when someone Dies and there was no Time for Good Byes
I saw my dad awake and alert for the final time on Saturday, May 31, 2003. Sadly, he slipped into an unconscious state the following day as the calendar turned to June. The last thing he said to me was,…
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How Do Test Strips Work for Testing Diabetes at Home?
Overview According to the American Diabetes Association’s 2010 Standards of Care, checking blood glucose at home is an important component of effective diabetes therapy. Blood glucose numbers give important information about how well diet, medications and activity are working. The…
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Smart Shopping for a Hospice
Medicare provides in-home services to patients who have been diagnosed with a terminal illness and have a life expectancy of less than 6 months. The benefits include a wide variety of services that are more comprehensive than those provided by…
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Kente Seamstress Seamstress Alteration
There are many reasons why one may want a seamstress. You may need a seamstress to alter an outfit you have. You may need a seamstress to make an outfit completely from scratch. Either way, finding a good seamstress is…
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Secret to Family Happiness
Families today are under more stress and strain than ever. The very fiber of the family is often challenged and what makes up a family network is varied today, as never before. There are all kinds of families and they…
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Face and make-up: How to keep that matte finish look all day
One of the hardest things we struggle with as ladies is keeping our face looking as fresh at the end of our day, as it did when we left the house that morning. You know the routine, you get ready…
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Amyloidosis and Dialysis
Overview Dialysis is often required for patients with kidney failure. The purpose of dialysis is to compensate for the loss of renal function. Dialysis is not perfect, however, and long-term dialysis treatment can lead to the development of a systemic…
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Aromatherapy and Reflexology
Overview Alternative medicine is a very popular form of treatment for many conditions as well as a preventive measure used to help maintain an overall healthy lifestyle. Two common types of alternative therapies are aromatherapy and reflexology. The main difference…
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The Best Tips for Bass Fishing
May 11, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Increase the number of bass you catch by paying attention to the little things. Pro fishermen have habits that many amateurs ignore. They keep their hooks sharp, they watch their line, they set the hook whenever something happens they don’t…
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