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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Suffering from acne as an adult is no picnic, but there’s no reason to hide your head away—especially with remedies such as essential oils at your fingertips. Before you shell out your precious cash at the local day spa for…
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Digging in the garden soil, tapping on a computer keyboard, working on a machine, folding laundry, pushing papers and many other tasks can dry busy hands out in a hurry. Palms may sport blisters, fingertips may crack and knuckles may…
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I’ve seen the advert for this L’Oreal Elvive Nutri-Gloss range on the TV so many times, and to be honest I didn’t pay that much attention to it. However I read somewhere about the Nutri-Gloss Light, made for fine hair…
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Aerobic exercise, also called cardio, raises your heart rate to maximize blood flow in your body. The Mayo Clinic recommends getting between 30 and 60 minutes of moderate to intense aerobic exercise five days per week to reap its health…
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Overview Those who believe that colon cleansing is an important part of digestive health sometimes recommend consuming a combination of water and sea salt, which they say helps remove toxins and fecal matter from your colon. Keep in mind that…
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Buy what you love, but remember that love is often fickle. The gem that you love today may loose some of its appeal tomorrow, and that is ok, of course, since part of the fun of collecting anything, including colored…
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Overview The loss of hair is an unfortunate and embarrassing occurrence that happens to millions of Americans. Baldness usually happens to older adults, however, you can lose your hair at nearly any age. The loss of hair happens when hair…
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I have been complimented a number of times on the softness of my hands. Now admittedly I do work at a computer keyboard all day for my job. However, I do work around the home with gardening, shoveling and a…
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May 6, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a nerve compression disorder of the wrist brought on by repetitive motion or sustained muscle force causing inflammation of the connective tissue and pressurization of the median nerve. Simply put, if you hold your hand…
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May 6, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Nasal allergies or hay fever is a common allergic reaction with flu-like symptoms, according to the Mayo Clinic. Hay fever or allergic rhinitis occurs when a person’s immune system mistakenly perceives a particular substance as harmful. The body produces histamine…
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Guilt is what makes some of us put our own needs after others because it would be selfish to do otherwise, so we were taught from a very young age: be polite, quite and pleasing. The opposite behavior usually brings…
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Overview If you’ve done your homework, you already know that measuring just your weight won’t tell you how healthy you are; taller teens should naturally weigh more than shorter teens and athletic teens often weigh more than skinny, sedentary teens….
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Speed dating has been around for a few years now and is quite popular. It has a lot of advantages over the other potential ways of finding a lover or partner. It works by arranging a venue where people of…
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Many jobs can be hard on your hands. Whether you are a gardener , a zookeeper or farmer ,keeping your hands soft and moisturised can be a chore. Calluses , blisters and dry skin , amongst other skin complaints, can…
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While an Aries can sometimes be selfish or impulsive, so can any other person of any other sign. The difference with an Aries, is that we, I myself am an Aries, voice our feelings, opinions and wishes with another level…
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May 6, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Lymphomas are a type of cancer that occurs in the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system includes small clusters of immune cells called lymph nodes, which often become involved in lymphoma. When a patient is suspected of having a lymphoma,…
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Long hair is effectively very old hair and as such can get very fragile. Therefore, it is beneficial to take extra care when brushing it. This article provides a brief overview on how to brush long hair properly. Four tips…
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While working in a jewelry store, the rules of thumb I explained to my customers about diamonds were A, B, C, C, C, C. Ask questions learn everything you can about diamonds, the merchant you want to use and any…
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Conserving energy at home not only allows you to help conserve natural resources and reduce your “carbon footprint,” but also enables you to save money on monthly utility bills. The U.S. Department of Energy suggests evaluating your rooms, appliances and…
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Eggs are known to be great for adding shine and bounce to dull lifeless hair. The yolks of the eggs give hair protein and other necessary vitamins to correct damaged ends and dryness. Egg whites add shine and get rid…
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If wishes were horses, beggars will not stop riding because beggars would have fulfilled their dream of getting what they really wanted in life. This is the limitation of capturing your heart’s desire. The desire of getting what you really…
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How do you describe colors to the blind? This is a very interesting question that was proposed to me by my 6th grade English teacher. We were asked to write down how we would describe each color to someone who…
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Overview Core stomach exercises stabilize your body to maintain balance and to transfer the power in your legs to your trunk and arms. Core exercises include medicine ball training on a rebounder or an open field to enhance the stretch-and-shorten…
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Are you a busy woman living in a fast-paced world, but you would like to look and feel good without having to wake up extra early just to do your hair? Each morning you have to do your makeup, hair, choose…
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May 5, 2015 Sports & Recreation
You can use inflatable rafts for almost anything you’re looking to do on the water but the most common uses are fishing and whitewater rafting. The advantages of inflatable rafts include the safety of several air chambers and incredible weight…
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Home remedies for frizzy hair. Why do we have frizzy hair. The hair shaft is compromised of cuticle layers and these start to stand up. This attracts the extra moisture in the hair and the hair becomes frizzy. There are…
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Unfortunately, there is no miracle cure for split ends, because they are a form of permanent damage. However, there are several ways to help improve their appearance. You should get a cut, use silicone products, choose clever hairstyles and use…
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Although initially there is nothing wrong with dating a person that much younger than you, consider your motivation. Are you after a purely sexual relationship, or do you have genuine feelings for this person. Now that you have estblished your…
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Overview Neck pain is common with improper neck curvature, where the head is pushed forward of the shoulders. This often happens as a result of a slumped posture of the upper back. When the shoulders round forward to slump the…
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The University of Maryland Medical Center recognizes leg pain as a common symptom and complaint. Leg pain can result from sudden or long-term damage to muscles or bones and may also be due to other medical conditions. Certain medical conditions…
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