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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Should Husbands or Wives Control the Family Budget – Wives
May 3, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
I am writing on this side because in my case my wife is better off financially for retirement and at the moment is the breadwinner. As far as day-to-day finances we share the responsibility and I must say that if…
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Opiate Withdraw Symptoms
May 3, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Opiates are a class of drugs used to treat moderate to severe pain. Drug formulations containing opiates often include another other pain medication, like acetaminophen, in order to achieve a synergistic effect. Commonly prescribed opiate formulations include: Oxycontin, Percocet, Vicodin…
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How to get Clear Skin
Drink water! Any beautician will tell you the importance of keeping your body and your skin hydrated. And whilst drinking water will not cure spots overnight, it will help stop your skin from becoming red, blotchy, inflamed and flaky. Aim…
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Herpes of the Mouth Symptoms
May 3, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Herpes of the mouth is an incurable viral disease known by several different names, including herpes labialis, cold sores and fever blisters. The American Social Health Association advises that somewhere between 50 and 80 percent of adults in the United…
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Making the most of Family Time
Making the most out of family time is no easy task. It is a challenge that has continued to plague families through the years and is one that does not appear to have a simple solution. Raising a family requires…
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How Modern Marriage has Changed from the Past
May 3, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
I sat in the deli, eating my turkey on sourdough sandwich, contemplating all the methods I could think of to become independently wealthy. So, basically, my mind was empty. Two ladies, who are at least a generation ahead of me,…
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Why Wear Black
Why wear black? There are many reasons for wearing black, as the classiest people have at least one black article of clothing in their wardrobe Reason #1: Black is an universal color When you wear black, you can make it…
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Fashion Tips for People over 50
One of the difficulties people of both genders face as they grow out of their forties and into their fifties is the dearth of information available about what to buy and wear. When you’re in your young teens, early twenties,…
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Causes of Extreme Low Blood Pressure
Systolic blood pressure is a measurement of the pressure in the heart when it contracts and pumps blood. Diastolic blood pressure measures the pressure when the heart is resting, or refilling with blood. According to the American Heart Association (AMA),…
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Side Effects of Saw Palmetto for Hair Loss
Saw palmetto is widely suggested as a treatment for reducing hair loss due to male pattern balding, according to the National Institutes of Health. However, the NIH warns that scientific evidence for such use is “unclear.” You may also experience…
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Range of Motion & Weightlifting Exercises
Range of motion refers to the movement and distance covered by a joint. Arthritis, joint disorders, muscular stiffness and inactivity impair range of motion. Range of motion exercises strengthen the joints and muscles, helping return them to their normal state…
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What Qualifies a Man as Dating Potential
What really qualifies a man as dating potential? Different women will have different answers to this. Nonetheless, there are some general traits that a lady should look out for before allowing in the date dream. – Love:Every woman would mention…
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Commentary Military Spouses for and against War
May 3, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
No one wants war. No one sane and ration. No one with anything to lose, with anything or anyone at stake, anyhow. Maybe big corporations that sell big guns or tanks who profit from war get excited about it, but…
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Antibiotics for Weight Loss
No matter how you do it, losing weight is difficult. It takes hard work and dedication, but the payoffs are worth it! Many factors that can interrupt your weight-loss efforts, one being antibiotics. It is important to understand the effects…
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Slotline Putter
Overview Clovis “Duke” Duclos created Slotline Golf in 1972. Frustrated with his putting and looking to improve his short game, Duclos created a putter with a higher moment of inertia, which he believed to be pivotal in putting the ball…
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How to Pick Perfect Mens Jeans Shopping
For men, picking the perfect pair of jeans can be a real hassle. Most men want comfortable jeans that they can jump into at a moment’s notice, while others prefer something more stylish. Guys, you know your body type better…
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Home Remedy Hair Masks
Overview There are plenty of reasons your hair may not have the shine and bounce you want it to. Your hair is vulnerable to the elements, the effects of aging, sun exposure and styling practices, all of which can leave…
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Best Eye Creams Store Bought Eye Cream
As we age, we normally develop lines and wrinkles especially around the mouth and the eyes. It seems that most people in this day and age are obsessed with looking younger and feeling better about themselves. Some people may take…
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Best Colors for Dark Complexions
Much has been written about which are the best colors for fair complexions, but there does not seem to be much available information available about which are the best colors for dark complexions. If you have a dark skin tone,…
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Qigong Exercises for Longevity & Good Health
Qigong exercises are used to balance, sustain and harmonize the body’s energy with the intention of promoting greater health and longevity. the word “qi” refers to the energy field of a body. Dr. Kevin Chen of the University of Maryland…
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Water Fitness Benefits
The benefits of water exercise are as numerous as the fish in the sea. Commonly touted benefits include increased cardiovascular capacity and increased strength, but there are a number of other benefits that aren’t as well known, many of which…
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Marriage beyond the Big Day
May 3, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Having been married for 10 years, I can say that the easiest day of being married is the day in which you stroll down the aisle. While the wedding day seems to be packed full of details, fright, and nervousness,…
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First Dates what to Wear
First dates can be fun, but one of the main things people worry about is what to wear on the date. In this article I will go over the most important things to look at when getting ready and dressing…
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Headache Remedies Using Gatorade
Like most people, you surely have suffered from the anguish of a headache at some point in your life. Some headaches are rather mild, and they serve more as a hindrance than anything else. However, other headaches can be excruciatingly…
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Best Ways to Wear Perfume
I love perfume, and inhaling a pleasurable scent surely has to be one of life’s most indulgent sensory experiences. With so many different fragrances to choose from, it can be difficult to navigate your way through to what suits you…
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The Dangers of Skin Lightening Creams
Whether it is the perceived notion that a fairer (lighter) complexion will improve one’s social and economic status quo or the desire to have an even complexion, the use of skin lightening creams is on the increase.With a large number…
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What Are the Major Types of Carbohydrates?
Carbohydrates are compounds made up of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. They are one of the three central components of the human diet, along with fat and protein. Enzymes in your digestive system break carbohydrates down into blood sugar, or glucose,…
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What Are the Side Effects of Antidepressants?
May 3, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Antidepressants are medications used to treat major depressive disorder. Signs and symptoms of depression can include feeling sad, worthless and anxious. A depressed person also typically has trouble concentrating and sleeping and may have negative feelings that could include thoughts…
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How to Lose Weight With Fidgeting
Overview Gone are the days of standing still. New research shows fidgeting to be the next best thing for weight loss. Adding any type of extra movement throughout your day will burn more calories compared to living a sedentary lifestyle….
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When it is Acceptable for Men to Wear Shorts
Just about every man owns at least one pair of shorts, whether they are basketball shorts, denim short, or khaki shorts. Other than bathing suits swimming trunks and boxers, these are the three main categories of shorts worn as outerwear…
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