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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About Camphor
Overview Camphor belongs to the botanical family Lauraceae and it is called “alcanfor” in Spanish. The camphor tree has historically been used as a medicinal remedy in its native countries of Vietnam, China and Japan. However, it is possible to…
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What Are the Treatments for a Ruptured Disk in the Lower Spine?
A ruptured disc in the lower spine causes increased pressure on the nerves coming from the spinal cord, which can lead to severe pain, according to “Understanding Medical Surgical Nursing” by Linda Williams and Paula Hopper. When a protrusion of…
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Hoodia Gordonii Health Risks
Hoodia gordonii is a succulent plant that grows naturally in South Africa, and many commercial weight- loss products are marketed as containing this substance. South African people have used the herb traditionally for an appetite suppressant, and the Memorial Sloan-Kettering…
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Blood Pressure Medication List
Blood pressure refers to a force that presses against the blood vessel walls. Sometimes, the force can be so intense that it leads to high blood pressure; the pressure can also be too weak and lead to low blood pressure….
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Lessons of Losing a Loved one
There are few things in life that make sense when you are forced to let go of someone who is dear to your heart. There are no words to utter to relieve you of that temporary agony. I say “temporary,”…
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What Herbs Promote a Clean Colon?
In folk medicine, herbs were routinely and effectively used to treat irregularity. By preparing a tea, you can ingest cleansing herbs that produce powerful colon cleansing effects within six to 12 hours. Such herbs, which coax your intestines into expelling…
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Can People with a Mental Illness Successfully Marry – Yes
May 11, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Of course they ought to have the choice. It is apparent they have the freedom to make their own decisions as long as they do not hurt themselves or the general public. Their relationship is between the two of them…
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Anti-Aging Neck Exercises
When a person ages, their skin becomes thinner and the cells of the skin do not rejuvenate as quickly. The layer of fat under the dermis layer of skin becomes saggy, as the fibers that generate taut younger skin begin…
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Guided Imagery for Stress
Overview When your hectic work and social life gets the best of you, take a time-out and regroup with a guided imagery session. Guided imagery, or the use of visualization to transform your mood, may eradicate your immediate stress responses…
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Talking to your Child about Miscarriage or Stillbirth
Children are a blessing. Some couples seem nearly overwhelmed with those blessings; other times they are very hard to come by. For a select group of us, there is but one blessed little arrow in our quiver. (To quote the…
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How to get help with Funeral Expenses
The death of someone that you love can be very difficult to handle. This is especially true if you are responsible for the financial obligations associated with the funeral. If you do not have a lot of money yourself, there…
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Baby Development & Laughing
Overview Few things delight parents more than finding ways to make their baby laugh. Parents of newborns may even hear laughing when there is none. But by the age of four or five months, your infant should be squealing with…
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Free Gym Exercises
Gyms and fitness centers offer many workout options, including aerobics classes, swimming, running tracks, free weights and exercise machines. Taking advantage of all of these options allows you to create workouts to build muscle, increase heart health and improve athletic…
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Advanced Yoga Training
Overview When choosing advanced yoga training classes and teacher training programs, Yoga Alliance encourages yogis to research the variety of yoga formats and lifestyles available. Advanced yoga training for you may be gentle poses combined with a serious study of…
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How to Make Perfume last on your Skin without Overdoing it
How many of us have spent good money on what we thought of as a good quality perfume, only to find that within an hour or two of applying it, the fragrance has all but disappeared? Annoying, isn’t it? There…
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Best Ways to Wear Perfume
There is a theory that modern ailments such as asthma are heightened by the over-use of fragrances in all facets of society; Perfumes, toiletries, washing detergents, air-fresheners, carpet cleaner fluid – the list is endless. We encounter the use of…
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Sharing Housework – Yes
May 11, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
First of all, let me just say that as a woman, I do not believe that sharing housework is THE key to a successful marriage. Meaning that as a husband and wife, you can come to many different types of…
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Gambling Addiction & Debt
May 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview According to the National Council on Problem Gambling, approximately 2 million Americans qualify as compulsive gamblers. Statistics compiled by the American Psychological Association indicate the average male pathological gambler has incurred a debt in the range of $55,000 to…
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To Buy or not to Buy that is the Question
Shopping for you can be tedious, but shopping for the opposite sex can be a nightmare. Here are some basic guidelines that with some common sense and savvy can provide a positive shopping experience for you. First, attack this project…
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Benefits and possible Side Effects of Chemical Peels
Chemical peels are just one of the many rejuvenating techniques used by physicians, dermatologist, registered nurses and licensed aestheticians. Before choosing a chemical peel it is important to understand the correlation between results and possible consequences. The more aggressive the…
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How to Prevent Unfaithfulness
May 11, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
I’m sure that many would cautiously stray from this subject thinking that there is no real way to prevent unfaithfulness. In years past, I probably would have agreed but thanks to the source of my strength, I do know that…
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Key to a Successful Marriage – No
May 11, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
I cannot say that there is any one thing that is key to a successful marriage. It takes a blending of so many things to harvest a successful marriage. I am big on cooking, and have had the opportunity to…
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Exciting tank dress designs for casual and glamorous occasions
People are generally familiar with the tank top with its scoop neckline, sleeveless design and use of stretchy material. The tank top is worn as base for layering or on its own as a sporty top. The simplistic design and…
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About Bicycle Seats for Women
May 11, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview For female cyclists, saddle choices abound. Traditionally, there was no distinction between male and female saddles. However with more women riding, demand is greater for saddles specifically designed for women. Women-specific saddles are based on the average woman. Even…
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Can Low Iron Levels cause Hair Loss
Beautiful, healthy hair is a mark of beauty. It is no wonder then that hair loss is a common anxiety amongst both women and men. However, there are many causes for hair loss, some of them being genetics, stress, or…
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Inexpensive Gifts
May 11, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Promises cost little but mean so much when kept. Remember those little coupon booklets kids made for parents promising all sorts of things, like one yard cutting, one dish washing, one day of peace and quiet for mom and dad….
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Death in the Family
Loss. What does it mean to loose someone. I mean, physically the person who had passed on may not be there; however, mentally and spiritually they are. The people live on through memories. Those memories may be through pictures, stories,…
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Pistachio Nut Nutrition
Overview Pistachios are a small tree nut with green flesh and a light colored shell. They can be eaten raw or dry roasted and are often added to salads, baked goods or desserts to add crunch and flavor. Servings And…
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Find Fashionable Maternity Clothes Online
Fashion does not have to be abandoned during pregnancy. Carrying a baby can allow you to explore a whole new sense of fashion and a wide variety of new clothes to wear fashionably. Luckily, you can find the hippest, trendiest…
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Crunches & Other Abdominal Exercises
Strengthening your abdominal muscles not only tightens and tones your stomach, it also improves your posture, prevents lower back injuries, eases lower back pain and makes other physical activities easier to perform. While you may be tempted to spend hours…
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