People require fresh water to live, yet only three percent of the Earth’s water is fresh, and of that, 69 percent is trapped in glaciers and icecaps, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The rest has to serve the needs…
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You may already recycle glass bottles, aluminum cans and plastic jugs. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, Americans recycled 53.4 million tons of waste in 2000. Companies turn these items into new bottles and cans, and items as varied as…
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Divorce laws across the United States favor situations in which spouses can reach a negotiated settlement in their marriage dissolution case, according to the American Bar Association Section of Family Law. Divorces are both legally complex and emotionally complicated, but…
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Oklahoma has custody laws like other states that will detail who will have custody of a minor child. The custody decisions are made in the best interest of the child, according to Divorce Net. The custody ruling will detail who…
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Overview Loans for a business venture, high interest debt repayment plan or vacation may require you to provide collateral through physical or monetary assets. A potential source of collateral is your life insurance policy. Assigning part or all of the…
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Overview Posture is how you carry your body and deal with the effects of gravity when sitting, standing, walking, running and other related activities. Poor body posture can be an invitation to back aches, neck and jaw tension, and/or headaches….
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Your circulatory system moves blood throughout your body, delivering nutrients and oxygen to vital organs and flushing toxins and impurities out of the bloodstream. Poor circulation can be caused by a number of factors and should always be treated with…
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Overview The two types of life insurance policies are term life insurance and permanent life insurance. The premium for permanent life insurance is generally higher than term life because part of your premium is invested in an interest-bearing account that…
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Overview Meditation is an effective, safe and practical way to manage anxiety. Depending upon the severity of your anxiety issues, meditation alone may be effective or can be used along with anti-anxiety medications. You can choose a special time to…
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You may at first think of “thistle” as a prickly, purple-flowered weed that is best left untouched. In fact, in many states and countries this plant is considered a noxious weed. It grows along highways, abandoned fields and pastures. Thistles…
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The rules governing a divorce in Arizona are established in Arizona Revised Statutes, Title 25. These rules cover everything from the requirements for filing a divorce in the first instance to the manner in which the assets of the marriage…
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Overview Cinnamon oil contains about 90 percent cinnamaldehyde. Eugenol is a minor ingredient. Other ingredients found in the oil in much smaller quantities include ethyl cinnamate, beta-caryophyllene, linalool and methyl chavicol. The structure of “cinnamon oil,” therefore, is really a…
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Alternative and complementary medicines have long suggested the use of herbs to detoxify, support and heal the liver. Since your liver clears toxic residues of your diet and medications from your body, it often requires extra care and attention. Herbs…
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Overview The value assigned to your automobile after your car is totaled by an auto insurance company may be less than the amount you currently owe on your car loan or lease. Frequent buying and selling, leasing and low down…
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Alabama divorce procedures can be found in the Code of Alabama, Title 30. This section of Alabama statutes includes all necessary provisions relating to filing and pursuing a divorce in the state. Indeed, this section of the Code of Alabama…
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Overview Grandparents have always had limited rights to visitation and custody of their grandchildren. Since 2000, when the United States Supreme Court made its decision in the case of Granville vs. Troxell, grandparents’ rights have been limited even further. The…
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Going green mandates following ecological practices. The International Tourism Partnership established guidelines for hotel standards, but everyday folks at home must develop personal guidelines for sustainability. The top 10 ways to go green include minor life changes that can be…
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Alimony is money paid to one party by the other after a marriage ends. Unlike child support payments, which serve specific purposes, alimony payments can serve many purposes for the supported party. It is designed to help both parties maintain…
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The U.S. Department of Energy reports you can reduce your heating bills by 50 to 80 percent depending on the type of system installed and how much sun you get during the day. With today’s current advancements in solar panels,…
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Breathing is a powerful tool for developing your meditation. Focus on the breath is often one of the first techniques taught to new meditation students. Unlike other points of meditative focus, you can take your breath with you anywhere. Learning…
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It’s often a misconception that when converting to solar power, you have to convert the whole house. This is not true. According to Solar Energy Power, there are many options and different ways to use solar power. Solar power has…
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Overview The entire dandelion plant is a rich source of vitamins A, C, D and B complex, as well as the minerals iron, potassium, zinc, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus. Mature dandelion roots are a potent source of these nutrients, which…
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Solar power is a renewable resource, and most see the cost savings immediately since no one can charge you for the sun’s heat and light. It has a low environmental impact, we won’t have to import it and there are…
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Overview Since its invention, paper has been made from recycled materials. When measured by weight, paper products form the majority of municipal solid waste in the United States. On average, an office worker uses 10,000 sheets of paper every year,…
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Overview Many varieties of “alternative” medicine—such as acupuncture, massage, aromatherapy and healing energy work—have become popular in recent decades. Swedish massage, particularly, has gained a strong following in “mainstream” western medicine. Aromatherapy, while popular, does not have the documented effectiveness…
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Vinegar, and particularly apple cider vinegar, is often an ingredient in home remedies for sinus issues. According to “The Natural Remedy Book for Women,” apple cider vinegar can clear out stuffed nasal passages and prevent further problems, such as infections,…
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Child custody arrangements can be very delicate situations, but regardless of how parents feel about one another, they should make decisions based on the best interest of their children. However, in cases where parents are not on good terms, the…
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Aromatherapy, a complementary healing system involving fragrant plant oils, has been used for centuries to ease the discomforts associated with pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period. Because of the potential risks, the National Association for Holsitic Aromatherapy recommends the use…
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The lymphatic system works with the circulatory system, carrying proteins and lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell, to various tissues in the body. But unlike blood, lymph does not have a separate organ to pump the fluid. The lymphatic…
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A solar blanket is a pool cover, but just as not all rectangles are squares, not all pool covers are solar blankets. Like a pool cover, a solar blanket will help keep your pool clean from debris. Unlike a standard…
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