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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As love is spoken as what the heart, body, mind, soul speaks together based on asense of warmth dwelling on the bottom of your heart. At, times love could beconsider as “never giving up” feeling, that somewhere along deep in…
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Joint pain can bring discomfort to things that you used to enjoy, such as shopping, exercising or even writing. Over-the-counter and prescription pain medications can be used to help mask the pain, but the pain returns as they wear off….
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April 29, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Metabolism is the rate at which calories are converted from food to energy. Daily metabolic rates are based on the basal metabolic rate (BMR) and additional activity levels. BMR is the amount of calories burned with bodily functions. Additional…
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April 29, 2015 Sports & Recreation
The native range of this popular game fish originally only covered the near-arctic regions of North America, but government stocking programs eventually established the walleye much farther south. The walleye fishery remained in the northern states until the construction of…
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In the East, yoga has been relied on as a means to heal physical ailments, according to the textbook, “The Science and Philosophy of Teaching Yoga and Yoga Therapy” by Jacqueline Koay and Theodora Barenholtz. In the West, more people…
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At a time when everyone is looking for ways to stretch a dollar or cut back, one has to be resourceful and creative, and that is exactly how a savvy shopper can find some really great brand name or designer…
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April 29, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
As the body’s largest organ, your skin plays the vital role of protecting your muscles, bones, circulatory system and all your internal organs. Comprised of three layers, the epidermis, the dermis and a layer of subcutaneous fat, your skin is…
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April 29, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Continuing bladder infections are common in women and can occur for a number of reasons. Men can also experience bladder infections but are not as susceptible because of the longer distance from the urethra—the tube that carries urine from the…
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Shoes are truly an enigma. No matter how many pairs we possess, there always seems to be a few new purchases on the horizon. Apparently, shoes do not self -multiply by themselves, yet our shoe racks seemingly overflow. What then,…
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The passive-aggressive person shows no outward signs of aggression; and may appear shy, soft-spoken, and amiable, but beware. Shyness, soft non-aggressive voices, kindness, sweetness and other such personable characteristics are the cloaks for the passive-aggressive person. The passive-aggressive person will…
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Treadmills are a popular indoor solution to long-distance running. They are featured in most fitness centers throughout the United States and are one of the most common types of home exercise equipment. The debate over the merits of outdoor running…
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Overview One of the most popular machines for home use and in fitness centers is the elliptical trainer. This stationary exercise machine features foot plates that glide along a ramp, providing a low-impact workout with the potential to burn significant…
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April 29, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview If you are older than 25 years old, you’ve likely had cellulite. Cellulite is caused by excessive fat deposits and fluids that amass under your skin. The areas of your body primarily affected by cellulite are the thighs, buttocks…
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During the ninth week of pregnancy a baby is changing rapidly, but a mother may not be experiencing many new pregnancy symptoms. The symptoms she has been experiencing so far are likely to continue and possibly grow in intensity. Some…
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Aromatherapy can help people cope with a variety of ailments and illnesses. The inhaled scent of certain essential oils and herbs can trigger certain positive feelings within the body and mind, making aromatherapy a useful, nonmedicinal way to achieve better…
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In history, there is a long tradition of people getting tattoos to show prosperity and beauty, to give luck, petition the gods, show social status, or simply to be fashionable. If you want a tattoo to have special meaning for…
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Toxins come from the air you breathe, the food you eat and the water you drink. The major parts of the body that filter out toxins are the lungs, liver, colon and blood. A body detoxification product can be used…
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Solar blankets or covers for swimming pools typically are made of blue or clear plastic that can resemble the bubble wrap used to protect fragile items. Although any plastic sheet technically can be used to cover your pool, solar blankets…
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If you know how to properly apply makeup, it can be a fun tool to alter your looks with. With the help of makeup you can dramatically effect the look of your eyes. You can make them appear rounder, more…
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Eucalyptus comes from tall evergreen trees with yellowish flowers. According to “The Aromatherapy Bible” by Gill Farrer-Halls, there are over 600 types of eucalyptus. Eucalyptus is frequently used in the form of an essential oil that is believed to have…
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Pamper yourself at home, for a night on the town with all the day spa perks, but in your personal space. After all who knows better all the spots that need the most attention. So now, you have finally decided…
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April 29, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview The Mayo Clinic characterizes head lice as a communicable disease. It’s caused by tiny parasitic insects that feed on the blood of your scalp. Head-to-head contact is the most common method of infestation, but the lice can also be…
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April 29, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Striped bass are anadromous, meaning they live in both freshwater and saltwater. Most of the time they are migratory along the East Coast of the United States, but in the spring, during spawning season, they head inland through the river…
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April 29, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Waxing, tweezing, shaving and plucking hairs on your body can help get rid of them, but this is only a temporary means of stopping the growth of your body hair. According to the FDA, the only treatment that permanently…
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Moving in together can be a very romantic thing to do. It may be the beginning of a warm and lasting love, complete with candlelight, champagne dinners, and long nights of great passion. On the other hand, it could be…
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In most work environments where many of us spend the majority of the day, it is not appropriate to make too much noise. Office decorum requires we dial back any obvious display of languor. As a result, a “buttoned-up” demeanor…
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April 29, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, breast augmentation was the most popular form of cosmetic surgery in 2009, with 311,957 surgeries performed. Surgeons use different techniques to insert breast implants, including under the armpits or through incisions…
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April 29, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Fishing is a common hobby shared by men and women of all ages. Fishing can be done for sport, or for plain recreation and relaxation, with different equipment being used for each purpose. One integral part of fishing, regardless of…
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Overview Losing weight while you sleep might sound like a dream come true for dieters who work out and count calories but still struggle with stubborn pounds. Research studies published in the “Annals of Internal Medicine” and the “Journal of…
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Sunlight is free and reaches almost everywhere on earth, so solar energy has the potential to become a cheap, renewable source of energy. However, the technology of solar panels, the devices used to convert sunlight into energy, isn’t yet at…
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