Each year, about 32,000 Americans decide that the pain, hopelessness, shame or anger they feel has made continuing to live an overwhelming burden, and they commit suicide. Knowledge of the characteristics of people who attempt suicide empowers those they interact…
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Spending the evening at home provides a good bonding opportunity for the family, saves money over expensive activities and keeps the kids in a comfortable environment. Many activities offer educational benefits for the family. Getting the kids involved in planning…
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Overview There are various kinds of active and passive solar water and air heating systems available for residential use, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Heating your water and your home with solar energy can be cost-effective while conserving…
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Overview Sole custody represents an exception to the legally presumed custodial arrangement in divorce, legal separation and paternity cases in the United States, according to “The Child Custody Book” by James W. Stewart. The preference in the law is for…
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Overview When paying with cash is either inconvenient or not an option and you do not want to use a long-term form of revolving credit, a charge card may be just what you need. A charge card can be a…
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Overview Reiki is a Japanese healing art form that was introduced to the Western world in the early 20th century through the teachings of Dr. Mikao Usui and Hawayo Takuta. Reiki works with your body’s subtle energy system; healing energy…
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Qigong literally means to practice or work with the life force. It’s a form of healing and meditation from China that incorporates breathing techniques and often gentle movements or exercises. You can categorize qigong in several ways: It can be…
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Overview Pursuant to the provisions of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, a Chapter 7 bankruptcy is designed to permit you to obtain a discharge of your debts. What this means is that when the bankruptcy proceedings conclude, you obtain relief from…
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Overview Aspirin, the most widespread drug in the world, can sometimes cause adverse side effects, such as bleeding ulcers or clotting, according to the book “Herbal Folk Medicine,” written by Thomas Broken Bear Squier and Lauren David Peden. The main…
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The sun is a huge energy source that radiates solar energy to the earth. The solar energy from the sun is in the form of heat and light. Solar is a renewable energy source that we can harness and use…
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When you get pregnant, you stop certain activities and exchange them for new things that now benefit you. This is also true of using essential oils during pregnancy. Some oils help allay new discomforts, while you must avoid other oils….
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Overview To understand just how important water is to your health, you should understand that your body is 60 percent water, by weight, according to the Mayo Clinic. Water touches every part of your body and plays a role in…
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Americans created about 12.2 million tons of glass waste in 2008, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Only about 23 percent, or 2.8 million tons, of this glass ended up being recycled. When glass is recycled, it’s ground into fine…
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Coumadin (warfarin) is a medication in a class of drugs known as anticoagulants. It is used to help thin the blood and keep it from forming blood clots, which may cause stroke. Coumadin is used for the treatment of deep…
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Overview Throughout history and across cultures, roses have been renowned for their spectacular, multicolored blooms and strong, enchanting scents. Available in hundreds of varieties and hues, rose plants lend their beauty and fragrance to gardens all over the world. In…
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One of the first places you begin to show signs of aging is in your face. It is not possible to stop the aging process entirely, but it is possible to manage signs of aging with proper skin care. In…
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Romance is one of those things that defies definition. What’s romantic for one couple might not be for another. When romance is your goal, sometimes the smallest details make all the difference. You still can send flowers and give gifts…
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Overview When finances become tight, people often look at what they can trim from their budget to improve their situation. Because life insurance does not provide an immediate benefit, people find it hard to justify the monthly or annual premium…
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The fitness ball is also known as a Swiss or physio ball because the fitness ball was first used by Swiss physical therapists in 1965. Today, the Swiss ball is used by physical therapy clients and ordinary exercisers to strengthen…
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Overview If you have trouble sleeping at night, you’re not alone. Based on 2008 figures, the National Institutes of Health estimated that at least 40 million Americans feel the effect of long-term, chronic sleep disorders every year. These sleep disorders…
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Shortages in water afflict communities across the United States as freshwater supplies drop and the need for water rises due to growing populations, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Though recycling is traditionally perceived in connection with solid goods like…
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Native people around the world have long used the leaves of the reddish-brown uva ursi plant to help relieve problems including urinary-tract infections, cramping and bed-wetting. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, the arbutin and hydroquinone in uva…
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Generally grown in Asia, the tree that produces camphor oil is a large evergreen that reaches more than 90 feet in height. Through a steam distillation process, camphor oil, with its spicy herbal aroma, is produced. Aromatherapist Jeanne Rose writes…
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Qigong exercises are used to balance, sustain and harmonize the body’s energy with the intention of promoting greater health and longevity. the word “qi” refers to the energy field of a body. Dr. Kevin Chen of the University of Maryland…
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Overview Qigong healing combines meditation with specific movements. Its documented effectiveness is based on balancing the life force energies of the body, with the assumption that imbalances in energy create blockages that can lead to illness. Qigong can be practiced…
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Although sweating is natural and healthy, excessive underarm perspiration can leave embarrassing marks on clothes and create discomfort in social settings. Although over-the-counter antiperspirants help, you may opt for more natural methods to decrease the amount of underarm perspiration. According…
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Inflammation is a normal process in the body, as it is nature’s way of protecting the body from injury and infection. However, chronic inflammation can lead to a host of unwanted conditions such as arthritis, back pain, and even atherosclerosis…
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Overview If you live in, work in or have visited a big city, you have likely felt the effects of air pollution firsthand. Polluted air from factories and other industrial complexes emit dust, soot and smoke into the atmosphere and…
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According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, high blood pressure affects about one in three American adults. While doctors most frequently prescribe medication to keep blood pressure under control, lifestyle changes such as reducing dietary sodium, exercising and eating…
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Overview Qigong, also called nei gong, is a simple combination of movement, focused concentration and controlled breathing. It is a popular Chinese exercise system of healing and energy. Qigong exercises increases the flow of energy called “qi” through your body….
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