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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Side Effects of Colon Cleaning
During colon cleaning, proponents state that you are able to remove harmful toxins from the body. With the use of certain herbal supplements, your bowels are stimulated and large amounts of fecal matter are removed. According to the Mayo Clinic,…
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Exercises Following Hip Replacement
After you have had hip replacement surgery, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons suggests 20 to 30 minutes of daily rehabilitative exercises, or two to three sessions per day. Recovery may take months, and AAOS recommends rehabilitation in three phases:…
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Heartburn: Foods to Avoid
Heartburn refers to a burning sensation that develops in your chest and mid-abdomen. Mild, occasional heartburn is common and often remedied through changes in a person’s lifestyle or over-the counter (OTC) medications. Frequent heartburn may indicate a more serious condition,…
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Over-the-Counter Estrogen Creams
Over-the-counter estrogen creams typically contain bio-identical, or plant-based estrogen called phytoestrogen. As with prescription creams, they are supposed to relieve common symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness and mood swings. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists…
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Great Rain Boots for Women under 100
Rain boots are fun and cheerful and a very necessary part of the apparel for the fall. This is the season of sweeping up leaves, so why wear dull boots? Getting a pair for less than $100 isn’t all that…
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Kids Fashion Finding the Perfect Fit
No child is built alike, although all clothes are made as if they are! Just because the size in a pair of jeans says one thing, does not mean they will fit your child. There are a few things to…
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Can i Forgive a Cheater – yes
As the pendulum swings both ways so does the steadiness of all relationships. Relationships are built on the foundation of trust and shared by a three part commitment from both parties consisting of love, exclusivity and loyalty. Many temptations linger…
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Phases of Grieving
Grief is defined as deep mental anguish caused by the loss of a loved one. It cannot be healed in a moment; recovery from grief proceeds through five distinct stages. You can speed the process of recovery from grief by…
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The Effects of Drinking Aloe Vera Juice
The aloe vera plant is widely known for its effectiveness at soothing minor burns. Although topical treatment with aloe vera is the most common use, juices from the plant’s leaves can be distilled into a liquid substances known as “latex.”…
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A Guide to Surviving your Relationship
The most important factor to surviving any romantic relationship is self-awareness. Note, this does not resemble self-involvement, self-absorption, and/or self-consumption. Self-awareness is an ongoing process in which a person acknowledges, assesses, and acts upon his or her own strengths and…
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Ginger Tea Benefits
Ginger’s use as a flavoring agent dates back at least 4,400 years, and its use to help digestive functions dates back about 2,000 years, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center, or UMMC. For more than 500 years, ginger…
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What to do when your Boyfriend Brings his Kid on your Date
There are many things that a woman should consider when her boyfriend brings his child on a date. The focus of the date must change so that the child’s needs are met properly. This means that the entertainment on the…
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Tips for Underwater Bass Fishing
May 8, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Largemouth bass can be caught from top to bottom in a body of water. Leaving behind surface lures, there are several ways to approach fishing in the underwater world that bass inhabit. Water depth, contour changes, plant life and the…
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Feelings of Insecurity in a Relationship
Having a problem in a relationship? Feeling somewhat insecure? Not sure how to handle yourself with your significant other? There is good news and bad news. The good news is that there is a way out. The bad news is…
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Common Weight Lifting Shoulder Injuries
In 2006, about 7.5 million people visited the doctor’s office with shoulder pain. Most of this pain is due to repetitive, chronic and overhead activities such as weight lifting. The shoulder is one of the most complex joints in the…
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Alcohol Addiction Recovery Methods
May 8, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Alcoholism is a disease of denial. Treatment is sometimes delayed for years as the alcohol abuser refuses to accept the reality of their affliction. Often, the alcohol-dependent person must suffer great losses and reach their life’s lowest point before they…
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Advice on Letting go
Are you enjoying a cuddly-wuddly moment with your favoritest person in the whole world right now? Well, as great as they seem right now, don’t be horribly surprised if you’re not so happy in the near or far future. I’m…
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Food Poisoning Symptoms Akin to Heart Attack Symptoms
Heart attacks can come on very suddenly, with intense chest pain and breathing trouble that leave no doubt that something’s wrong. However, the American Heart Association says most heart attacks start slowly, often with mild, vague symptoms that are similar…
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Combined Shoulder Exercises
Your shoulders, or deltoids, consist of three muscle groups that are referred to as your anterior, medial and posterior delts. Each orientation is responsible for specific movement, therefore it is important to equally strengthen all three areas when you exercise…
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Easy Ways to Wear Your Hair
Just because you’re busy doesn’t mean you have to settle for hair with no style. Whether you need a professional-looking style for work or a more glamorous do for an evening out, it’s possible to achieve a flattering style without…
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Harmful Substances in Makeup Natural Makeup
Would you buy a tube of lip gloss that had “Caution: chemicals used in this product may cause headaches, dizziness, skin irritation, and cancer,” in bold print across the packaging? Would you settle for mascara if you were told at…
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Tips for Choosing Spring and Summer Girls Shoes
Summertime and the shoes should be easy – easy for you and your girls! The shoes should be easy, but appropriate for growing, playing, active feet, and busy moms who need easy shoe maintenance. The first consideration must be your…
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Caring for Leather Shoes
As one who used to be called Imelda Marcos by her children, I can tell you I love shoes, especially leather shoes, and over the years have found ways to preserve them and keep them lasting longer, especially my favorite…
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Causes of Partial Numbness in the Face
The face is built upon the skull that consists of the cranial and facial bones. On top of these bones are layers of facial muscles, which work to produce the variety of facial expressions. For muscles to move, specialized cells…
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Ciprofloxacin 500 Mg Side Effects
May 8, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Ciprofloxacin 500 mg is an antibiotic classified as a fluoroquinolone. Physicians prescribe ciprofloxacin 500 mg tablets for many kinds of bacterial infections. They also may prescribe it in the treatment of anthrax exposure. The Mayo Clinic reports, however, that the…
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The Struggles of Dating a Married Man
The greatest challenge you are going to face when trying to date a married man is guilt. Guilt is a giant with tremendous powers. It is invisible, but incredibly heavy. Guilt will slowly crush and slowly suffocate. It will kill…
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Symptoms of Aspiration Pneumonia
May 8, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Aspiration pneumonia is a specific variant of pneumonia caused by inhalation of a noxious substance. Accidental inhalation of stomach contents is a frequent cause of aspiration pneumonia. Impaired consciousness is a major risk factor for aspiration pneumonia. Head injury, seizure,…
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How to Buy a Good Running Shoe
When you are running, there is nothing better than feeling your feet hitting the pavement. Whether you are just starting to run or an experienced runner it is extremely important to find the right running shoe. Without a good shoe…
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Plants That Conserve Water
Cacti and sempervivum aren’t the only plants that conserve water. A wide variety of bedding flowers, ground covers, grasses and vines are available to help you design an attractive and colorful garden without the need to water every day. Many…
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What Are the Treatments for Colon Polyps?
May 8, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Colon polyps left untreated can become a host to the development of colorectal cancer, which, according to the American College of Gastroenterology, is the second most common cancer–asymptomatic in most cases, and deadly. However, many individuals do not have, or…
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