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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Today I picked up an incredible blog from Steffi and with her authorization want to publish it and expand on it because this is the truth in the world we live in and once we realize this is our life…
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Plastic surgery of the nose, rhinoplasty, can improve a patient’s outlook as well as his or her appearance. However, like any medical procedure, it can sometimes lead to side effects. They may range from minor to very serious indeed. Therefore,…
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Overview The psychology of sport and exercise refers to the practice of studying athletes and their behavior when playing a sport as well as the study of those who exercise. This type of mental health treatment is generally used for…
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The Bowflex Xtreme XTLU home gym system is streamlined and effective with more than 65 exercises using advanced power rod technology for resistance. This technology allows the user to feel like they are working with free weights but without the…
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Overview Individual Retirement Accounts are tax-advantaged, long-term savings accounts that were designed to benefit individuals not covered by an employer-sponsored retirement plan at work. IRS Publication 590 outlines the specific requirements of maintaining an IRA, including how the accounts should…
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With all the hair-care products on the market today, it is truly amazing that many women suffer the effects of damaged hair. Whether you suffer from tangles, split ends, dry or oily hair, or hair that is dull and lifeless,…
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Checking hair for lice is not as easy as it sounds since all the stages of the lice tend to locate themselves as close as possible to the scalp and therefore be covered by the thick hair on top. Thus,…
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When I was younger I had the most beautiful light blond locks. As I grew older they turned a rather dull boring darker colour but I wasn’t to be deterred so I started having highlights put through my hair to…
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The benefits of using olive oil in the kitchen are well known and highlighted well with media advertisements. It is not so widely known that using olive oil soap in the bathroom can also provide benefits. Here are some fascinating…
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May 2, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
End of a Year, Start of a Lifetime A friend in my office once told me that, typically, the first year of marriage is the worst year. The first year of her marriage was the worst year. Somehow, those words…
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You may have heard the saying, “Never stick anything in your ears smaller than your elbow,” says ear, nose and throat specialist, Dr. Douglas Hoffman. Using cotton swabs or your finger to clear out wax from your ear may push…
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So, prom is on its way but you’ve still got to find the courage to ask that special lady if she’ll be your date. You’re a well trained young gentleman, and you’ve heard that girls like it better if you’re…
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Overview Unfortunately, as a woman, as you age you will most likely see an increase in abdominal fat. Many factors may contribute to why you gain weight in your stomach. In addition to aesthetic concerns, you should be concerned about…
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A dying person should choose his or her own funeral rituals if he wants to. It should be 100% up to the individual if this is something that is important to him or not. Some will undoubtedly have strong preferences…
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The debate over breast implants has been one that has been in existence for quite some time. The bottom line is that if you have big boobs, you want smaller ones, and if you have small boobs, you want bigger…
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Blood pressure refers to the force exerted by blood on the artery walls as the heart beats. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a condition in which this force becomes too high causing damaging effects to the body. It can…
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Overview Men’s nipple piercings are a common body modification choice. Celebrities such as Tommy Lee and Lenny Kravitz may have helped popularize the phenomenon. Men’s nipples are easy to pierce, provided they are not flat or inverted, and even these…
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May 2, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Just because some of us are getting up there in terms of years doesn’t mean our enjoyment of fishing has to end. Most seniors are still quite capable of enjoying fishing, especially the commune with nature and the opportunity for…
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The menstrual cycle, which occurs monthly basis in women of reproductive age, involves both the reproductive organs and the endocrine system. The overt physical changes that occur through the cycle—proliferation of the lining of the uterus, for instance, followed by…
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It was reported by the Los Angeles Times on May 5th, 1930 that, “Having one’s nose shaped to fit the talkies is the most popular thing in Hollywood now. Hollywood plastic surgeons agree that more than 2,000 facial, beautification operations…
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Overview Hair loss is a condition commonly associated with men, but older women can develop the problem too. While women don’t usually develop large bald spots on the head, areas of thinning hair can just be as disturbing, particularly if…
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Summer 2010 is right around the corner. Before you know it summer will be here and the new summer fashions will be all the rage. So you won’t miss out and have your friends pointing their fingers and shaking their…
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What man, regardless of his age, wouldn’t want a beautiful, sexy, confident, and smart woman who has got it together! Now, the difference between a younger man and an older man is that a younger man can rarely find that…
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To make the statement that suicide is justified under any circumstances would be irresponsible, reckless and dangerous. That it is sometimes understandable is a completely different issue since there are circumstances such as when someone is suffering with a painful…
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Overview There are several reasons switching to environmentally friendly, homemade cleaning products may benefit your family: The chemicals in many household cleaners can aggravate asthma, bronchitis, headaches or other health problems. Natural home cleaners are better for the environment and…
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Whether you’re leaving your child with a sitter for a few hours or days, you can reduce your anxiety by ensuring the sitter is prepared to follow your child’s routines and handle a variety of emergency situations. Create a baby…
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Lower back pain is the most common back problem and affects most people at least once in a lifetime. Back pain can occur for many reasons, including muscle and ligament weakness or injury, degeneration of the spinal column, spinal arthritis,…
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If a good leg workout is desired, equipment like the leg press machine and the stability ball are good places to begin. Utilizing the leg press is a good way to get the same benefits that you would receive from…
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There are five skin care myths that may be behind your winter skin issues. With a few minor changes in your skincare routine you will be able to keep your skin healthy and protected throughout those cold months. 1. Sunscreen…
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When we’re depressed, we don’t make the wisest choices or the best decisions. During this time, we’re vulnerable and easily swayed in our thought processes. We may be confused, disoriented, misguided, or misled. It’s not a good time to date….
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