Overview The process of recycling energy-depleted batteries varies slightly depending upon the type of battery involved. Each specific type of battery contains various materials, such as metals and plastics, which can be reused in new batteries or other items. Recycling…
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Although not perfect, the sun is one of the most significant sources of power. With the cost of oil being so volatile and concerns about the safety of nuclear power, solar power is becoming increasingly popular. As the technology for…
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Overview Batteries are a valuable product shat help us power portable equipment and some automobiles. No matter the type of battery you use, disposed of it properly to avoid contaminating the air, groundwater and soil with toxic metals and other…
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Glassmakers have always recycled materials. When a glass jar breaks during manufacturing, the broken glass is gathered and re-melted for the next batch of jars. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 12.2 million tons of glass was added to…
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Peppermint is commonly used to ease upset stomach and indigestion, but recent medical studies have also found that peppermint oil capsules are effective in treating more serious gastrointestinal ailments. Capsules that are enteric-coated restrain the immediate release of peppermint oil…
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Overview The laws of all states include provisions that permit a birth father to voluntarily sign over his parental rights in very specific circumstances. Applicable statutes dictate both the circumstances in which a surrender of parental rights is permissible as…
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While solar energy technology has been available for several decades, in this new century it is certainly becoming increasingly popular as a sustainable energy alternative. But while solar energy is clean and sustainable it can also be expensive and unreliable…
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You’ve consumed bergamot oil if you’ve tried Earl Gray tea. The oil, which provides a citrus flavor, comes from the bergamot tree’s fruit, and has more than 300 compounds in it. Linalyl acetate and linalool are the most prevalent. The…
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Qigong exercise has been shown to offer many health benefits. A study at the University of Bonn in Germany showed that Parkinson’s disease patients’ symptoms improved with the practice of qigong. The Qigong Institute of California showed that a combination…
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Essential oils can be beneficial for many different types of skin conditions. Many essential oils have skin-enhancing properties that make them ideal for use in homemade cosmetics or for direct use on the skin when mixed in a carrier oil…
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Chiropractors are most well-known for their ability to manipulate and mobilize your spinal and extremity joints, but many chiropractors also perform soft-tissue work, including massage, to help relax your tight muscles and restore balance to your body. Your chiropractor may…
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The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body, and its responsibilities live up to its weight. It is a solid organ located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, or just beneath the bottom segment of…
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Overview Landlord tenant rights are an area of property law that governs the relationship between owners of a property and those given permission to possess and occupy the property for finite periods of time. As with much of property law,…
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Keeping skin acne-free can be a challenge. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 85 percent of all American teens suffer from acne each year — and it’s a myth that adults don’t suffer from acne. While adults may not…
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Overview A Roth IRA (Individual Retirement Account) it is a federally approved retirement account that came into being as part of the Tax Relief Act of 1997. You fund a Roth IRA with after-tax contributions, and the withdrawals you make…
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Worrying about problems and big issues in your life is normal. The trouble starts when you worry so much that you can’t function properly in the present because you’re always thinking of what might happen. While there’s probably nothing that…
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Overview The camphor tree is a common ornamental plant. The aromatic oil of camphor appears in a wide variety of products. Some of which–for example vapor rubs and deodorants–are probably sitting in your medicine cabinet right now. Despite its wide…
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Feng Shui, which is pronounced “fung-shway,” is the Chinese art of manipulating and balancing the flow of energy, or “chi” as it is called in Chinese, as it flows through a particular environment. We are affected by this chi whether…
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The leaf and twigs of the cinnamon plant produce a fragrant oil which has been used in aromatherapy for thousands of years, dating back to use by the Greeks, Romans and Egyptians. Cinnamon leaf oil is used in aromatherapy today…
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Overview The experts at the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) would like women to know perimenopause is not a disease or illness. A temporary but natural part of aging, it likely begins long before you experience that first mood…
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Overview Milk thistle’s medical use stretches back more than 2,000 years. It is commonly found growing in a variety of settings, including roadside beds. The dried fruit of the plant is used in modern herbal extracts, and its active constituent…
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Overview Whether you work for a large company, a small business or are self-employed, there are many types of retirement plans available, and each has its own advantages and disadvantages. Understanding how they work can often seem complicated, but when…
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Overview Credit scores are three-digit numbers assigned by credit reporting agencies to help creditors assess the risk of extending new credit lines or loans. Individuals with a high credit score have a better credit history than individuals with lower scores….
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According to the Earth 911 website, Americans buy an estimated 29.8 plastic water bottles each year. Nearly eight out of 10 of these bottles end up in landfills. By recycling a single plastic bottle, it saves enough energy to light…
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Bringing home a new baby can be scary and stressful, particularly if you haven’t prepared for the new arrival. You can reduce your stress by having some essential items on hand well before your baby’s birth. This will help you…
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Centella asiatica, a medicinal herb more commonly known as gotu kola, provides numerous health benefits, though many lack clinical support. Sometimes called “the fountain of life,” Centella asiatica provoked legends of a Chinese herbalist who reportedly lived for more than…
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A hybrid sports utility vehicle or SUV gives you the room that you need for your family while still purchasing a green vehicle. Although a hybrid SUV does not have the same type of fuel efficiency as smaller hybrid cars,…
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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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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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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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