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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Why Teen Girls Love Pale Skin
Contrary to previous articles written on this topic, I will not write so much as to the history why pale skin is so highly prized or as to why older women have that tendency to cover their faces in white…
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Casual Pant Styles for Hourglass Figures
Every body shape is unique and has its own personal style. Discovering your body shape allows you to create harmony between your body and the silhouettes of your outfits. You have an hourglass figure, if your full hip line and…
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Kids Fashion how to get your Moneys Worth
As the father of one toddler and one on the way, one thing has become painfully apparent: Kids grow out of clothes much faster than they should. As a dad, my own personal fashion scheme consists of buying a few…
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Gill Netting Advantages
April 30, 2015 Sports & Recreation
While gill netting can increase your fishing haul dramatically, there are local and regional restrictions aimed at protecting certain fish populations. Always check with your local authority before setting any nets. Still, responsible fisherman who follow the rules and keep…
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Rejuvenating Body and Soul
If your life is as busy as most of us, you find yourself longing for some self rejuvenating time. You ask yourself, “How can I make time for myself, or even enjoy a night out on the town?” By realizing…
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Beauty Routine self Pampering Rejuvenate Body and Soul
Picture this: a warm bath scented with essential oils, candles flickering around the room and you are soaking your aches and pains away, not to mention the stress of everyday life. This could be you, and it is easy to…
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Complications of Psoriatic Arthritis
April 30, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic disease that causes inflammation of the skin and joints. General symptoms include patchy, raised, red areas of skin inflammation with scaling on various areas of the body. It is considered a systemic disease, meaning that…
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3 Ways to Do Neck Extensor Stretches
1. Double Chins Can Be Healthy Your neck extensor muscles are responsible for holding your head up for hours on end every day, so it’s important you give them a good stretch. Most people don’t realize that their neck supports…
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How to Dress up your Kids on a Budget
Being a single mother of two girls requires both resourcefulness and creativity when it comes to spending money. The costs of everyday items frequently increase. Here are my tips to combat the rising prices. I will give five ideas for…
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How to Calculate Weight Watchers Points Online
April 30, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview For many Weight Watchers members, one of the best parts of the program is the ability to track points online. Weight Watchers eTools, which is either an online component to the full Weight Watchers meetings or an online-only membership…
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Body Shop Butter
The Body Shop produces a range of body butters in a variety of different scents and ingredients for all skin types. This particular review is about The Body Shop’s Almond Body butter which is aimed at those for normal to…
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Equipment Needed for Pilates
While Pilates doesn’t require any equipment, tools can be added to the workouts to increase resistance or add difficulty to the routine. Equipment can also be used as aid to increase flexibility. Pilates equipment varies from simple tools you can…
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4 Ways to Limit Vitamin C for Osteoarthritis
April 30, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
1. Expect Arthritis With Age Osteoarthritis finds its way to the joints, particularly the knee and hip joints. The cushion in the joints, known as cartilage, breaks down and causes friction and pain. Sometimes osteoarthritis leads to hip fractures. According…
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Beauty and Relaxation at Home
It’s the end of the week and you finally have your one night off and had plans to go clubbing with your friends or go on a romantic dinner for two with the one you love. Why go out and…
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Once a Cheater always a Cheater
A month ago, I took some time for reflection. I thought about my dating history. I remembered a few, long relationships. They were off and on. I always hated that term. Being “on” meant we were together. Being “off” meant…
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Good Black Men do Exist
A Good Black Man or A Blind Black Woman There are several reasons why black women feel good black men are hard to find. It also depends on what you define as “good.” Some of the qualities that women expect…
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Natural Ways to Get Rid of Warts
April 30, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Natural remedies for warts include herbs, diet and duct tape. Warts usually resolve by themselves, according to the University of Illinois Urbana McKinley Medical Center. But many people want to remove them because they are unsightly or embarrassing. Warts do…
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2008 must have Accessories for Girls
Girls just wanna accessorize! From their hair down to their shoes, girls love to dress themselves up. 2008 offers a wide variety of fun stuff to do just that with. This year headbands are hot. Stretch bands, favored by athletic…
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How Lying can Affect the Intimacy of a Relationship
Using deception, whether it comes to light or not, creates distance instead of intimacy in a relationship. Lying to your partner can have damaging consequences for your relationship as it undermines trust and intimacy which are the basic building blocks…
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The Effects of Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitors on Male Fertility
Persistent high cholesterol levels cause heart disease. Hmg-coa reductase inhibitors, commonly known as statins, lower high cholesterol levels. As of 2010, several small studies have examined how statins affect testosterone levels in men, with some studies showing a significant decrease…
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What Are the Effects of Cerebral Palsy?
Cerebral palsy is a group of disorders affecting muscle and movement; it is caused by damage to the brain during pregnancy, at birth or in early childhood. The effects of cerebral palsy vary, depending on the degree of damage and…
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5 Ways to Pamper yourself
Unload the guilt, carve out a break and take comfort in a delectable indulgence. It will be a splendid experience that is well deserved. A day of pampering is time well spent. Pampering is the act of gratification and a…
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Importance of Personal Hygiene for Children
April 30, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview When a baby makes the transition into childhood, it may be more of a challenge to keep her fresh. As a child grows, so do his opportunities for the face, hands and feet to become messy and dirty. Learning…
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Home Remedy for Swollen Lips
Overview An insect bite, an injury that involves trauma or force to the lips or an allergic reaction to medications or foods may cause swollen lips, which are often treated with anti-inflammatory medications such as antihistamines. Although swelling will eventually…
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Knee Replacement Muscle Exercises
According to the Mayo Clinic, total knee replacement surgery, is one of the most successful elective surgeries done today. Exercising consistently with a physical therapist and at home is key to ensuring a successful return to activities of daily living…
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Give your Kids Wardrobe the Movie Star Treatment
As one of nine children, my mother taught me early on that even with the smallest budget, a little creativity can take your wardrobe a long way. Now that I have children of my own I use many of the…
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Active Listening to Understand another
In 1974, Dr. Virginia Satir presented the concept of mirroring in her groundbreaking book, “Conjoint Family Therapy.” In 1975 Dr. Thomas Gordon wrote a best-selling book called “Parent Effectiveness Training.” In the book he taught parents to “active listen,” which…
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Lower Back Strengthening Exercises for Women
Your lower back is made up of five lumbar vertebrae separated by intervertebral discs and held together by ligaments. Too much time spent sitting or standing with poor posture combined with a general lack of physical activity can lead to…
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Herbal Uses of Tulsi
April 30, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Tulsi, commonly known as holy basil, has been used for centuries as a medicinal herb. Practitioners of Ayurveda–a traditional system of medicine originating in India–associate tulsi with the god Vishnu. Tulsi is incorporated into many religious and cultural rituals throughout…
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Causes of Premature Atrial Contractions
The heart consists of four chambers: two upper chambers called the atrium and two bottom chambers called the ventricles. These chambers must all contract in an orderly fashion in order for the heart to deliver blood and oxygen properly. In…
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