Retirement can be a period of relaxation and attention to the pleasures of life without the pressure of a daily work routine, if you have sufficient funds to finance your retirement lifestyle. Paying for living expenses, health care and activities…
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The Romans recognized the benefits of roses, recording over 30 disorders treatable to some degree with roses. The hips of a rose are tiny berries that form in late spring and continue to develop until fall. Dried, they are used…
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When expanding your family from two children to three, you are also creating a middle child and risking Middle Child Syndrome. Birth order experts report that oldest children are usually motivated leaders, and last children are more sophisticated, thanks to…
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Unmarried fathers who break up with the mothers of their children may not be aware of what they need to do to ensure their ability to have continued contact with their children or to make child support payments every month….
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Overview Many people use foot reflexology as a complementary treatment for their health problems. Practitioners of reflexology believe the foot contains reflex points that correspond to the organs of the body, including the liver. They believe that applying pressure to…
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The loss of a loved one is a difficult experience to overcome. The process can take up to a year and involves going through a variety of emotions, including denial, anger, guilt, depression and loneliness. Myrna Grandgenett, Ph.D. writes in…
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Park playgrounds offer free entertainment for families, but they also present potential dangers. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or CDC, more than 200,000 children visit the emergency room each year with injuries that occur on the…
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Overview Divorce is a legal proceeding through which a marriage is dissolved. The process not only severs the statutory unity of two people, but settles other legal matters as well, such as the distribution of martial assets and property, child…
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According to the Federal Trade Commission, all appliances must provide a yellow and black EnergyGuide label, allowing you to compare efficiency and see how much energy an appliance uses. If you find an appliance with the Energy Star logo, you…
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Overview According to Steve Hein, an authority on teen depression and suicide, mental abuse is the attempt by one person to dominate another by means of guilt, manipulation, intimidation, or any other type of nonphysical coercion. Mental abuse can occur…
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Overview A little stress can be good for you, mentally and physically. It keeps you challenged and alert. But when stress mounts up, you need to learn how to cope. There are healthy and unhealthy coping mechanisms. Good coping strategies…
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Ayurveda means the “science of life.” It is India’s original medical system that has been around for about 5,000 years. Ayurvedic medicine utilizes herbs and foods to benefit the organs and bring health back to the body. One organ in…
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Overview Retirement planning involves the decisions and actions you take now that ensure you have enough money to survive and thrive in your retirement years. Several private and employer-sponsored plans can help you save and achieve retirement goals. An option…
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The reasons are numerous why to share the family bed with your child. Some parents choose this sleeping arrangement for convenience, some for added closeness with their child. But, a time will come when you will be ready to move…
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Qigong is an ancient Eastern healing approach that promotes physical, mental and spiritual well-being. Therapy is applied through the use of movements, postures and breathing exercises designed to manipulate energy fields within the body. Qigong theory contends that each person…
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Overview The peppermint plant grows throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. The United States harvests 75 percent of the world’s supply of peppermint oil during the dry summer months just before the plant blooms and the oil content peaks. Valued…
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Overview Surprisingly the number of divorces in the United States has slowly decreased over the past couple of years. The divorce rate in 2008 in the United States, according to the National vital Statistics Report, was 3.5 per 1,000 population….
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Recycling a ton of glass saves approximately a ton of raw resources, including sand, feldspar, limestone and soda ash, according to Oberlin College. Glass never wears out and can be recycled over and over again. Today, most jars and bottles…
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Most homes today contain hazardous products that are potentially harmful to people and the environment. Household hazardous waste is defined as those substances that are flammable, explosive, corrosive or toxic. Products common to households that have these properties include commercial…
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Natural and organic ingredients exist for all elements of soapmaking. Read labels to ensure you’re buying body soap ingredients derived from organically-raised and processed plants and animals. Soapmakers who opt to start with grated or “melt and pour” soap won’t…
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Overview Recycling aluminum provides tremendous benefits. Recycling aluminum uses far less energy than refining new aluminum. It also keeps large amounts of trash out of landfills and puts money into consumers’ pockets, from aluminum can deposits and from the wages…
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Overview Rescue Remedy is a cornerstone of the Bach Flower Essences developed by Dr. Edward Bach in the early 1900s. Its unique blend of five flower essences is designed to provide emotional support during periods of stress or crisis. The…
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Overview Every state has different laws regarding child abandonment. Some states define abandonment as a specific crime, covered by dedicated legislation. Others include abandonment in broader child abuse or child endangerment laws. In many states, you can abandon a newborn…
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Overview Navigating dating relationships is a challenge, particularly in the early days and as your relationship moves to the next phase. Initially, you were casually dating, and may have been seeing other people, maintaining online dating profiles or still looking….
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Stress and anxiety have the ability to cause many physical health effects because the body responds to the way people feel and act, according to FamilyDoctor.org, the website for the American Academy of Family Physicians. Certain illnesses or conditions may…
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Custody laws for grandparents vary between states within the United States. All states command that the best interest of the child is considered before custody can be awarded to a grandparent. Custody refers to the right to make decisions for…
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Getting a guy to notice you is sometimes easier said than done. While going directly to the guy and chatting him up will certainly make him notice you, it can be nerve-racking and hard for a woman who is shy….
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“Going green,” a term coined to refer to using measures to use less energy and become more energy conscious, is an ideal way to do your part to conserve Earth’s natural resources. Unfortunately, most of the measures suggested can mean…
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Surviving breast cancer is a unique fight. There are similarities to be sure, but each recovery is distinct in detail. Surgical strategy and prior level of fitness effect rehabilitation. It is extremely important that you consult your surgeon prior to…
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The average annual energy bill for a typical single-family home is $2,200 as of 2010, reports the Environmental Protection Agency. That’s a lot of energy being consumed, and with energy conservation such an important topic, it’s a good time to…
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