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 Vitamins Are Good For Making Hair Grow and Get Thick?
November 8, 2013 What Vitamins Are Good For Making Hair Grow and Get Thick?
Your body needs a certain amount of vitamins and minerals every day to stay healthy. Many people assume that they are getting their essential vitamins from the foods they eat, and do not realize that their diets may be lacking…
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Medications to Treat Fever Blisters
November 8, 2013 Medications to Treat Fever Blisters
Herpes simplex, a highly contagious virus that remains in your body for life, causes fever blisters, or cold sores. Herpes simplex infects between 62 and 85 percent of American adults, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. While your…
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Herbs to Increase Blood Circulation
Among the most trusted herbs used to promote and increase blood circulation, ginger root, salvia or sage leaf and gingko biloba leaf top the list. Herbal remedies have little or no side effects and are inexpensive to acquire compared to…
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Learn Techniques on Gaining the a Trusting Relationship of a Victim of Child Abuse
November 8, 2013 Crisis Support
Child abuse victims, both during the abuse as well as for a lifetime afterwards, are bearing wounds and scars that the rest of society may have great difficulty understanding. This can make it very hard to develop healthy relationships with…
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Common Side Effects of Aldara
Doctors prescribe the generically named drug imiquimod, sold in the United States with the brand name Aldara, for several conditions. You may use it for rectal and genital warts, for actinic keratoses—a scalp and facial skin condition—or for superficial basal…
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About Bacterial Vaginosis
Overview Bacterial vaginosis is a vaginal infection that can be uncomfortable and can lead to further complications if it isn’t treated. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, bacterial vaginosis is the most common infection of the vagina…
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Herbs for Bladder Infection
Bladder infection is a painful condition affecting the bladder. It occurs when E. coli and other bacteria travel up the urethra and multiply within the bladder, causing symptoms like burning urination, lower back and abdominal pain, and fatigue. Prescription antibiotics…
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The Best Ways to Get Hard Abs
November 8, 2013 The Best Ways to Get Hard Abs
Having hard abs is an aesthetically pleasing feature, but it can also come with other benefits. The abs are part of the body’s core, and when you strengthen this region, you improve your stability in daily life while simultaneously improving…
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4 Ways to Treat Testicular Cancer
1. Surgery Is the Primary Treatment Method The thought of losing a testicle is upsetting, but this is likely the first option you’ll be presented with by your doctor. To offset the psychological effects of testicle removal, your doctor may…
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Common STD Symptoms in Women
November 8, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Each year, an estimated 19 million people in the United States are diagnosed with an STD, or sexually transmitted disease, report health officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Common STDs include chlamydia, gonorrhea, genital herpes, genital warts…
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Marriage the Effects of Cheating when Children are Involved
November 8, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Regardless of whatever misguided reasoning an individual has for participating in an extramarital affair, there are always ramifications to be dealt with that are none too pleasant. A person exposed as a cheater in a supposedly committed relationship has instantaneously…
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4 Ways to Reduce Side Effects of ADHD Medication
November 8, 2013 Children's Health
1. Ease Upset Stomach and Loss of Appetite While it’s normal for your child to experience mild stomach upset when he or she first starts taking medicine, some kids complain of lingering upset stomach symptoms. The best way to help…
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Medicines for Alzheimer’s Disease
November 8, 2013 Senior Health
About 5 percent of people between the ages of 65 and 74 and half of people older than 85 have Alzheimer’s disease, making it the most common type of dementia, according to the Mayo Clinic. People afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease…
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Medications for Seasonal Depression
November 8, 2013 Medications for Seasonal Depression
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression associated with seasonal variations in daylight, is a common experience for many Americans. In 2006, Norman Rosenthal, M.D. in his book “Winter Blues,” revealed that seasonal affective disorder and its milder cousin…
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Why it might be a Bad Idea to come out
It seems that gay men are coming under increasing pressure to expose their sexuality to the world. For celebrities, there seem to be constant rumours and demands that they finally own up to being gay but these pressures now also…
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Tips on Losing Weight on a Treadmill
November 8, 2013 Tips on Losing Weight on a Treadmill
Many people use treadmills because they want to lose weight or improve their fitness levels. Yet some people use treadmills every day and still can’t seem to lose weight. They are either not eating right, not exercising long enough or…
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What Causes Elevated White Blood Count?
White blood cells serve a vital role as the body’s first line of defense against foreign invaders. As a key component of the immune system, white blood cells circulate through the blood stream and scavenge for bacteria and viruses. While…
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When You’ve Fallen in Love with a Married Man
November 8, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Falling in love is amazing! The raw emotion it brings out in someone is undeniable. The excitement and fireworks experienced are out of this world. The passion and desire are overwhelming. Endorphins are at an all-time high and you are…
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Components of Fitness Needed for Fencing
Fencing is a combat sport in which competitors duel with swords. Three different weapons are used in traditional fencing: the foil, epee and saber, all of which are wielded differently and have different target areas and rules. Kendo, fencing that…
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Common Causes of Stroke
Sometimes referred to as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA), a stroke occurs in the event of oxygen deprivation to brain cells. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), the lack of oxygen to nerve cells within the affected area of the…
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Stop Assuming and Start Trusting
November 8, 2013 Communication
Assumptions are made too often and ordinarily will not get anyone too far while trying to get to the bottom of most issues that arise. For some, assuming answers, rather than allowing facts to be discovered, can come naturally to…
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Natural Remedies for Better Sleep
November 8, 2013 Mental Health
The inability to fall asleep or stay asleep can be aggravating. The Mayo Clinic reports that insomnia is one of the most widespread medical complaints. Sleep deprivation can negatively impact the quality your life by causing daytime sleepiness and irritability,…
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4 Ways to Choose Plantar Fasciitis Shoes
1. Ditch the High Heels Choose shoes with a low or medium-sized heel to prevent or reduce pain from plantar fasciitis. High heels may be stylish, but they put a lot of pressure on your arches and can inflame the…
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6 Ways to Control Blood Pressure
November 8, 2013 Senior Health
1. Maintain a Healthy Weight High blood pressure, or hypertension, can lead to heart attack, kidney disease and stroke, among other things. In 2007, Roberto Fogari, an Italian professor of medicine at the University of Pavia, released the results of…
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Men on the down Low Heterosexual Transmission of HIV
Although masculine homosexual males have been around since the beginning of time, the trend within the gay male community in more recent times awards those that lose the feminine stereotypes that were applied homosexuals in times past. Awards come in…
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Exercises to Reduce Loose Skin on Elbows
November 8, 2013 Exercises to Reduce Loose Skin on Elbows
Loose skin on the elbows can be the result of drastic weight loss or it can simply form as part of the aging process. Regardless of how it appears, the way to tighten it up is to build muscle in…
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How to Clean Roller Hockey Skates
Overview After playing enough hockey on your roller blades, they are going to become dirty and oily. It is not something that you can avoid, but cleaning them is not too much of a chore. Keeping your skates clean is…
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The Best Cardio Machines for Weight Loss
The best cardio machines for weight loss should be varied. The body will adapt to a particular exercise over time and a plateau effect will happen where results taper off to maintenance levels. Varying the type of cardio machine used…
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Bodybuilding Wrist Exercises
It takes little movement to strengthen your wrists with exercises that target the muscles in your forearms. Strong forearms balance strong muscles of the upper arms. Bulky biceps and toned triceps are good for bending and straightening the elbows, but…
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Underarm Odor Protection
November 8, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Consumer items for underarm odor protection have come a long way since the ancient Egyptians first use spices such as cinnamon to mask body scent. Deodorants and antiperspirants are available in a number of formulations, roll-ons, sticks and creams,…
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