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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The Best Toys for Six Month Old Infants
At six months old, a typical infant will just be learning to sit up. A baby will be able to roll over and will probably be trying to crawl or scoot. Babies discover their hands at this time, and love…
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Advantages for Using Yohimbine
Yohimbine is a chemical extracted from the bark of the yohimbe tree. It was discovered in the nineteenth century and has been used in various medicinal and alternative healing applications. Yohimbine is often taken as an alternative to yohimbe tree…
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Mental Abuse in Children
Overview Child mental health abuse is a widespread problem that usually goes unnoticed. Mental abuse of a child happens in families from all different backgrounds and groups. The signs of mental abuse usually go unseen and thus it becomes vital…
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Exercises for a Hip Injury
According to physical therapist Dr. William Prentice, the hip joint is the strongest joint in the human body because it is supported by numerous muscles and connective tissues. However, it is not immune to injury. Minor hip injuries such as…
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6 Summer Ab Exercises
When summer is right around the corner and you want to tone your tummy, you need to do cardiovascular exercises to burn the fat in your stomach first. Then, while you choose from the hundreds of abdominal exercises out there,…
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Types of Yoga Mudras
According to Cynthi Worby MSW, author of “The Everything Guide to Yoga,” a mudra is a specific way of holding your hands and fingers to produce certain energy effects. Mudras are also meant to direct energy to certain parts of…
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Tria at Home Laser Hair Removal System
I am the type of person that strives for simplicity in my everyday life, from my career, to my family life, on down to my fitness and beauty routine. I am always looking for ways to get maximum results with…
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On Grief and Grieving Surviving Suicidal Death
Suicidal death, leaves us with so many questions unanswered. The mental anguish of the victim of suicide now tortures our mind with unknown explanations running rampant through our minds. We feel as if we have been turned inside out with grief, devastation…
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Fetal Alcohol Effects
The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) reports that in the United States, prenatal exposure to alcohol is the most common cause of birth defects. No amount of alcohol exposure during pregnancy is deemed safe to the fetus….
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Flattering Coat Styles for Women with Large Breasts
If you spend any time in a cold climate, a coat is a necessary fashion staple. To achieve a flattering appearance, it is very important to choose styles that suit your body shape. The following article is a brief guide…
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Lifestyles
May 11, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
I do not want children of my own. Before I am bashed and called vain and inconsiderate, consider this: I love children! What an oxymoron. I was once a child, as most of us were, so why wouldn’t I want…
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Causes of a High Level of HDL Cholesterol
High Density Lipoprotein, or HDL, is a protective form of cholesterol. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) 2004 guidelines for cholesterol recommend a level of at least 40 mg/dL for men and 50 mg/dL for women. Some people find it…
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Work Clothes
In today’s economy, as bad as it is going, we are all lucky to have jobs. Some of us have jobs that allow us to work from home, meaning that we don’t have to dress up. The rest of us…
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High Glucose Level Symptoms
High glucose levels are seen in a symptom called hyperglycemia. Hyperglycemia is an increase in blood sugar, or blood glucose, states the American Heart Association. Hyperglycemia is usually the first indication of diabetes, and if the high glucose levels are…
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Arthritis Symptoms in the Finger
May 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
According to the Mayo Clinic, arthritis is the breakdown of cartilage in the joint that occurs with age. Arthritis can affect any joint in the body, including one or more fingers. Repetitive finger bending or movement, bone deformities, a finger…
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Differences in Sizing with Female Clothing
If men know their waist size and inseam length, they can pretty much go into any store, pick up any brand of jeans, and expect it to fit. This is because men’s sizes are more standardized than women’s. Though at…
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Acai Berry Supplement Facts
Overview The hype about acai berries is hard to miss. The berry has been touted as a superfood that can help promote a healthy body in numerous ways. Because acai berries spoil quickly, fresh berries are not widely available in…
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Fashion Tips for People over 50
Over fifty is definitely not over the hill when it comes to fashion. Fabulous people in the public eye over half a century in age include Michelle Pfeiffer, Madonna and Oprah Winfrey. Alongside them are Bryan Adams and Huge Grant,…
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Alcohol Abuse Treatment Options
May 11, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Alcohol abuse is a public health problem that affects many Americans. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention classifies alcohol abuse as a pattern of drinking with the same effects as alcoholism–a strong craving for alcohol and continued use despite…
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Does a Tattoo Hurt
“It feels like a bee sting, only over and over and over again”. Those were the exact words a friend used to describe what getting a tattoo feels like to me. Before my first tattoo, I had heard so many…
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Corporate Wellness Programs
According to AllBusiness.com, corporate wellness programs involve the use of preventive health care strategies to help companies cultivate their employees’ health, well-being and productivity while boosting corporate profitability. If a corporate wellness program is successful, both the employee and the…
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Cosmetic Foot Surgery
Cosmetic Foot Surgery: Is The Customer Always Right? There’s an old saying about footwear: If the shoe fits, wear it. But where vanity is involved, the shoe does not have to fit, as long as it makes the foot look…
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Exercises to Help Lose Belly Fat
While spot-reducing fat is physiologically impossible, it is possible to shed overall body fat to help lose belly fat through exercise. According to Jillian Michaels in her book “Making the Cut,” fat is burned systemically across the body, so the…
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Does Absence Make the Heart Grow Fonder
If I were given a dollar for every time I have heard this saying, I would be quite rich. In fact, I just heard this saying today. However, I’m here to try to explain why the heart grows fonder because…
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Why you should not Sit by the Phone Waiting for him to Call
If you are 40 or older and a female, you likely know that dreadful feeling all too well. When you first started dating, guys would ask for your number on occasion. And at that time, there were no cell phones….
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Relationships with People who Cling
Fear stretches across the globe, society trembles with thoughts of crime, suicide, homicide, terrorism and Global warming. Individuals feel more exposed and fragile than ever before and so they cling. Many factors can contribute to an…
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The Human Brain
Overview The brain is an amazing organ that weighs about 3 lbs. and is encased in a protective layer of bone called the skull. The brain is the central feature of the human body, and adds dimensions such as personality…
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Five Hot Screen Printed t Shirts
Bring new life to your wardrobe with screen print t-shirts. Affordable and stylish, this trend makes a hip statement without being overbearing. Many of the screen prints are works of art in themselves, using new color techniques and intricate designs…
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Diving Board Safety
May 11, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview According to Pool & Spa News, more than 11,000 diving accidents occur annually. Despite these figures, diving can be a safe and enjoyable part of your summer fun. Safety is partly a matter of using a diving board that…
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Memorial Tattoos
Memorial Tattoos Memorial: something designed to preserve the memory of a person, event, etc., Many people feel the need to give tribute to either a person or memory, for many they want it to be very personal. Memorial tattoos have…
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