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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What Is Caloric Intake?
November 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview In short, caloric intake is the number of calories consumed each day. Total caloric intake is the number of calories taken in from the all food beverages consumed, regardless of the composition of the diet or where those calories…
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Rules of the Game Tennis
November 10, 2013 Rules of the Game Tennis
There are two types of tennis: singles and doubles. The only differences in these two types of tennis matches are the number of people on the court (two vs. four) and the fact that in doubles, you are allowed to…
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Natural Cheap Beauty Tips
November 10, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
There’s no reason to spend hundreds or even thousands of dollars on commercial beauty products. First, follow a regimen of natural beauty treatments that can improve your appearance using beauty strategies that take advantage of free or low-cost natural items…
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Home Remedies of Heartburn in Pregnancy
Heartburn occurs when excess harsh digestive juices irritate the esophageal lining. Rapidly escalating hormone levels in pregnancy slow down the digestive process, making pregnant women more susceptible to heartburn. Later in pregnancy, the problem is often compounded by the extra…
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Herbs for Joint Pain
November 10, 2013 Senior Health
Pain is a distressing sensation in the body’s joints. It may be caused by a number of factors, the most common being osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, injury and overuse. Inflammation is usually involved in most types of joint pain and may…
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3 Ways to Treat Joint Pain From Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
1. Reduce Inflammation Treat the joint pain that may result from chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) by reducing inflammation. Non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen and naproxen sodium, are safe for most people to take in recommended dosages. These drugs…
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Insulin Pump Disadvantages
November 10, 2013 Insulin Pump Disadvantages
Type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM) is a condition in which the pancreas cannot produce insulin. As a result, the body cannot use sugar correctly; unused sugar accumulates in the blood, leading to serious complications. In the mid-1980s, the first insulin…
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Exercises to Do With Hand Weights to Build Strong Muscles
Exercising with hand weights for added resistance can help you achieve a total-body workout. If you are a beginner, choosing a lower-pound hand weight, such as 3 or 5 lb. for females and 8 to 10 lb. for males, and…
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Medicinal Herbs for Joint Pain
Joint pain occurs when the body’s joints incur damage through injury, overuse or conditions like arthritis. It is usually associated with inflammation and may be either chronic or temporary depending on the cause. While medications like Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)…
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Top 10 Foods That Help Lose Weight
November 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Including certain foods as part of your diet may help you reach your weight loss goals sooner. When consuming these foods, be sure to control portions and consider their impact on overall daily calorie intake. These foods are only part…
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4 Ways to Ease Chickenpox Pain
1. Use Over-the-Counter Painkillers If you or your child has the chickenpox, you’ll normally be able to treat it at home, unless rare complications occur. In most cases, you can expect the itchy sores and lesions that come with the…
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The Foods to Increase Libido
November 10, 2013 The Foods to Increase Libido
Libido, a term popularized by Sigmund Freud, refers to sexual urge or desire. According to an article published by Discovery Health, vitamins and minerals linked to a healthy reproductive system, and in effect a healthy libido, can be found in…
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Types of Drugs for Diabetes
Diabetes is a condition that results from an inability of the body to control sugar levels. Type 1 diabetes is less common and occurs when the body does not make insulin, a hormone made in the pancreas that helps the…
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Exercises Targeted to a Smaller Waist
November 10, 2013 Exercises Targeted to a Smaller Waist
The abdominal muscles are involved in stabilization of your torso and supporting proper posture throughout the day. Your transverse abdominus, the muscle that wraps around your waist to act as a muscular corset, is especially important in getting a smaller…
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Quick Ways to Lose Weight After Giving Birth
November 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Gaining weight during pregnancy is very normal and essential for the health of the baby. Yet when the baby is born, women don’t lose all of their pregnancy weight right away. It can take up to six months or more…
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Symptoms of Melanoma Skin Cancer
November 10, 2013 Symptoms of Melanoma Skin Cancer
When discovered and treated early, melanoma is almost 100 percent curable. If left untreated, this cancer may spread to other parts of the body and can be deadly. The National Cancer Institute reports that there were more than 68,000 new…
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Body Odor Tips
November 10, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Sweat glands, of which there are both eccrine and aprocrine glands, are located in various parts of the body such as under the arms and around the genital area. As the glands secrete sweat and toxins, bacteria in these locations…
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The Ways Income Level can Affect the Possibility of Divorce
November 10, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
No one likes to admit that money issues affect a relationship, but the sad truth is, it often does just that. Couples that struggle with paying the bills and paying for basic living expenses often suffer from stress which can…
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Pilates Exercises for Lower Abdominals
November 10, 2013 Pilates Exercises for Lower Abdominals
The lower abdominals are a crucial part of your core musculature, which are the muscles in the center of your body responsible for your posture and balance. A strong core supports athletic and dynamic movements, but it also protects your…
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How to Decide when to have your second Child
November 10, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
When a couple decides it is time to have a second child, they are entering a whole new phase of parenting. The arrival on the scene of a second baby impacts the family dynamic, finances, the marital relationship and the…
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Balance Ball Exercises for Beginners
Balance balls can modify simple exercises to provide an additional challenge. The use of the ball activates your core muscles, which are needed to keep you positioned on this unstable surface. Use a balance ball for core conditioning exercises like…
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Diagnostic Symptoms of Adult ADHD
November 10, 2013 Children's Health
Although attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is usually first diagnosed in childhood, it does also affect adults. The American Psychiatric Association estimates that about 7 percent of school-aged children suffer from ADHD; statistics for adult ADHD sufferers have not yet been…
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A1C Blood Test for Diabetes
Overview Diabetes is a serious disease. If left untreated, it can lead to blindness, amputations, heart disease and other complications. One way to help yourself avoid complications is to test your blood glucose levels regularly. This allows you to make…
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Different Types of Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes mellitus is a disease where the body does not produce enough insulin or cannot use insulin efficiently. Insulin breaks down sugar for energy. When the body cannot do this, glucose and fats remain in the blood and damage organs…
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Using Colon Cleansers
Overview Colon cleansing is not for everybody. In fact, the Mayo Clinic points out that in most cases, cleansing your colon is unnecessary and can sometimes be harmful. If you decide to try colon cleansing anyway, it’s important that you…
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Surving Interracial Marriage
November 10, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
There are stumbling blocks when you choose to marry out of your race. Although there should not be; it is a reality. Those who are in love with each other and will work to keep it together will survive. There…
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How Income Level can Affect the Likelihood of Divorce
November 10, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Some marriages are strong enough to withstand any challenges they face. Some are not so lucky. Financial difficulties, can really put a strain on a marriage. On the other hand, if a person is not working and depending on the…
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Diet Pills That Increase Heart Rate
November 10, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
If you are one of the countless adults trying to lose weight, diet pills may seem a tempting option. Though some diet pills have shown potential to enhance weight loss efforts, they often pose negative side effects, such as increased…
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5 Ways to Treat Herbicide Poisoning
1. Get the Victim Away From the Poison Remove the victim from the herbicide and into fresh air. If any herbicide has gotten on the victim’s clothes, take them off and keep them separated. Wash exposed skin with a strong…
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4 Ways to Choose Therapy for Anorexia
November 10, 2013 Mental Health
1. Restore a Healthy Body Image Seek counseling or psychotherapy to address distorted body image and issues such as depression and anxiety. During treatment you’ll identify triggers and learn how to cope with them in healthier ways. During the early…
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