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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Nothing is more important that family. That is why family time should be a tradition in every home. Before you know it, the children will be grown and out the door. Use your time now to create lasting memories and…
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For those of us who cannot afford cosmetic surgery and wouldn’t want to go through all the pain and discomfort of surgery even if we did have the money, it is hard to imagine how an addiction to cosmetic surgery…
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As children grow, they reach milestones of play, learning, behavior and language development that change the way they interact with others and the world around them. Because some disorders are characterized by delays in these milestones, parents should become alert…
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There are several reasons why it’s perceived to be hard to date black women, but that perception is based primarily on stereotypes and misunderstanding. Black women are as uniquely individual as any other demographic category of people and should be…
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While my kids are not yet teens, I can remember when I was dragged on ‘educational vacationals’ and they are not my fondest recollections. So what are the best family vacations for teens? Here I would like to suggest some…
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How to write an invitation where guests need to pay for lodging Your son is graduating college and you have a ton of invitations to send out. Everyone in your family wants to be at the event, but there is…
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Peppermint is commonly used to ease upset stomach and indigestion, but recent medical studies have also found that peppermint oil capsules are effective in treating more serious gastrointestinal ailments. Capsules that are enteric-coated restrain the immediate release of peppermint oil…
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Brain Gym exercises are short activities teachers can do with their students to release stress, expend excess energy and enhance learning. Each exercise can be done in a small area in the classroom or at the student’s seat. They are…
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While many store-bought brands of hairstyling tools boast of being “professional” or “salon quality”, Ted Gibson is the real deal. Ted Gibson, one of the most sought-after hairstylists in the industry, has acquired a reputation of using only the finest…
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Retailing for about forty dollars, Conair’s 208 Infiniti is a reasonably-priced alternative to similar ionic tourmaline dryers on the market. Once you get past the Infinity’s gawky and awkward design (the dryer, when equipped with the straightening attachment, looks like…
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Hair is the beauty of any person’s personality. It does not matter how gorgeous you are, you should never ignore your hair. You should always take care of it. No matter what type of hair you are born with, there…
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Does your skin need a pick-me-up? Sick of throwing away money on beauty products that break their promises? Look no further! St. Ives Apricot Scrub is a great product to add to your skincare arsenal. It’s the #1 best-selling facial…
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The concept of a Christian family covers a wide variety of traditions and of religiosity, from very conservative to very liberal. But looking at a middle-of-the road Christian family can demonstrate a number of commonalities. First, the underlying values of…
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Parents choose to purchase and use lightweight, or umbrella, strollers to transport their babies and toddlers for a number of reasons: they are more compact, easier to lift, push, and fold, and made to be carried on a bus, subway…
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LDL, or low-density lipoprotein, is a type of cholesterol commonly known as bad cholesterol. In excess, it builds up in the walls of the arteries and causes them to narrow and stiffen. If a clot blocks a narrowed artery within…
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Ear training improves recognition of harmonies and musical intervals. A developed ear is a skill that can be learned from repetitive exercises. A musician with a good ear can accomplish more in less time: play back melodies recently heard and…
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Stop! This is not what you think it is. If you think the “classic must haves” for a woman’s closet are clothes you are sadly mistaken. It doesn’t matter what clothes, shoes, or other accessories you have in your closet….
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Family time is precious. With the hectic state of the world today and two income families common it is getting harder to come by. Spending time with the ones closest to you has turned into a game that is rather…
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There’s a reason why they call the “date” an ‘American institution’ (emphasis on the word ‘institution’). Better yet, I’d call it an ‘American asylum’. So many questions, so many options-should I shave, should I tussle my hair, should I wear…
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Overview Obesity levels have risen to all-time highs over the past decade and don’t appear to be stopping anytime soon. As some people are beginning to realize the health effects that accompany this condition, changes are being made. Dropping calories…
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You’ve walked into a “disaster area” and didn’t now where to begin to clean up the mess. This is exactly how children feel when they are told to “clean your room.” They truly don’t have a clue as to how…
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We live in a world where anything that you feel is wrong with your body can be fixed. The 12 million cosmetic procedures that took place in the US last year alone substantiate this. These include surgical and non surgical…
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Overview The laws of all states include provisions that permit a birth father to voluntarily sign over his parental rights in very specific circumstances. Applicable statutes dictate both the circumstances in which a surrender of parental rights is permissible as…
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The organic compounds known as vitamins are found in various foods and help your body function properly. All vitamins play a role in the overall health of your body, but several specific vitamins play a crucial role in energy production…
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May 2, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Smoking is the leading cause of cancer, according to the National Cancer Institute, but some adolescents and younger smokers may dismiss that concern, believing that cancer is far in the future. However, all smokers should know that smoking won’t affect…
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May 2, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Lead core line is popular among walleye anglers for fishing deep waters. It takes a lot of weight to get crankbaits down to where walleyes are holding. The lead core acts as that weight, running the entire length of the…
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Overview Keratin hair treatments, also called keratin hair therapy, are a popular service that many women pay for to improve the texture and look of their hair. Since hair is made out of the protein keratin, using keratin on the…
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May 2, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Unlike other psychological therapies, existentialism does not employ a systematic model with prescribed techniques. Instead, existentialists emphasize personal freedom and responsibility versus the determinism accepted by other theorists. At the core of human nature is the concept of existential…
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Every modern woman still wants to believe that fairy tales do exist- that Prince Charming will come sweep her off her feet so she can leave the heartache of her past behind and live happily ever after. But what if…
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While solar energy technology has been available for several decades, in this new century it is certainly becoming increasingly popular as a sustainable energy alternative. But while solar energy is clean and sustainable it can also be expensive and unreliable…
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