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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Benefits of Cocoa Butter
November 8, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Cocoa butter is derived from the cacao bean and is widely used around the world. The creamy fat that makes up cocoa butter is used in a variety of health and beauty products. Cocoa butter is all natural and is…
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Are Affairs ever Worth it
November 8, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Before anyone can determine whether or not having an affair is worth it, it is necessary to carefully assess the state of your marriage. Questions must be answered. Are you happy in your current situation? How about your spouse? Regardless…
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4 Ways to Treat Prostate Enlargement
1. Take Prostate Enlargement Medication For controlling symptoms of an enlarged prostate, two classes of medication exist. The first is alpha blockers, which function by causing the muscles around the neck of the bladder to relax, easing urination. The three…
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Quick Ways to Lose Arm Weight
November 8, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
No one likes to have flabby arms, and plenty of exercises will help you tone your arms or build muscle. With an active lifestyle and a healthy nutrition plan, you can work your arms into shape with push-ups, triceps dips,…
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5 Ways to Test for Cystic Fibrosis
1. Standard Sweat Test You can have a doctor test your newborn to determine the concentration of sodium and chloride in your baby’s sweat. This is the most commonly used screening procedure, and your doctor may recommend waiting until your…
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Affairs Falling in Love with a Married Man the other Woman Affairs with a Married Man
November 8, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
As the title says, it’s a done deal. You’re already in a relationship with a married man or on the verge of jumping into one. Telling you it’s a bad idea is like telling a skydiver it’s dangerous or a…
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Challenges Faced by Gay Minorities
Sadly, being a gay minority puts one in “double jeopardy.” In a sense, a gay minority is pretty much a “double minority.” This is due to gay minorities being put in two different minority groups. One minority group is a…
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How to Get a Baby to Sleep in a Bed
November 8, 2013 How to Get a Baby to Sleep in a Bed
Overview Most babies sleep in cribs when they are young, yet as they get older and bigger, it becomes time to move to something new: real beds. According to BabyCenter.com, no set age is the established time to move a…
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Exercises to Tone the Back of the Arm
The triceps muscle is on the back of each arm, and it contains lateral, medial and long heads. Toning the triceps creates muscular definition in the arms and contributes to overall arm strength. Strong, toned triceps improve swinging, bouncing and…
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Tips to Prevent Stretch Marks
November 8, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Stretch marks is a condition that is most often associated with pregnant women and obese people. Stretch marks, or striae, start out as red lines that run parallel to one another and have a slightly different texture than surrounding skin,…
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Challenges Faced by Gay Minorities
There are so many challenges facing gay minorities. All over the world. Even in America where they claim to have equal rights for every person. The gay community has to face many prejudices, hateful remarks, and discrimination everywhere. From growing…
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Marriage Equality
Is marriage equality a right or a privilege reserved only for heterosexual couples? Marriage is an issue that lies at the intersection of civil and religious life, and the heated debates surrounding it focus on which of these spheres should…
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At-Home Exercises for the Butt
Those who want a firm butt should know that there are plenty of ways to build the glute muscles without any gym equipment. Many butt exercises use only bodyweight resistance, and can be performed from the comfort of the home….
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Homemade Pore Cleansers
November 8, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Pores are small openings on your skin that contain hair follicles and oil glands. Pores can sometimes become clogged with oil or dead skin, resulting in acne and blackheads. To keep your skin looking and feeling healthy, it is…
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3 Ways to Treat Hyponatremia
November 8, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Adjust Fluid Intake If you suffer from mild hyponatremia, a condition in which the blood contains abnormally low sodium levels, relief can be as simple as adjusting your fluid intake since the sodium levels in your body are overdiluted….
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Unique Ways to Lose Weight
November 8, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Losing weight, theoretically, is simple: you simply take in fewer calories than you expend. Well, sometimes it’s difficult to know how many calories you’re expending, and whether or not you’ve burned more calories than you’ve consumed. Learning to take advantage…
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Drugs That Are Commonly Used to Treat Anxiety
November 8, 2013 Drugs That Are Commonly Used to Treat Anxiety
According to the Epidemiology of Mental Illness Mental Health Report released by the Surgeon General in 1999, approximately 20 percent of the U.S. population is afflicted with a mental health disorder. Anxiety disorders outnumbered depressive disorders in all separate and…
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Benefits of Dry Heat Sauna
Temperatures in a dry heat sauna can get as high as 185 degrees Fahrenheit and cause body temperatures to increase to as high as 104 degrees, report doctors at the Harvard Medical School. The effects of a dry sauna on…
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LIVESTRONG.COM Health: Five Main Causes of Spinal Injury
November 8, 2013 LIVESTRONG.COM Health: Five Main Causes of Spinal Injury
The National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center estimates that approximately 12,000 people in the United States sustain a spinal cord injury each year. Of those, 81 percent are men and 19 percent are women. The average age at which injury…
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Exercises to Slim Down the Legs
November 8, 2013 Exercises to Slim Down the Legs
Long, lean legs are desired by many, yet can be difficult to obtain if a person is not genetically predisposed to possess them. The thigh muscles are made up of a number of muscles that rest around many areas of…
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Join a Dating Site
One of the easiest ways to find a date is to join a dating site or gay chat on the internet. There are several gay dating sites that can be very useful for gay individuals since they make it easier…
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Common Allergies in Children
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America defines allergy as an overreaction of the immune system to a foreign substance. They estimate that one in five Americans have an allergy, and it is the third most common health problem in…
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Different Types of Wood Bats
Because many Little League, college and casual baseball players use aluminum bats, many people are unaware of the choices they have if they decide to switch over to wood. There are numerous types of wood bats, most of which are…
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3 Ways to Treat Acid Reflux
1. Lifestyle Changes Treating acid reflux begins by making certain changes in your lifestyle. These changes address some risk factors and limit the symptoms. Losing weight should be your first goal if this is an issue. Avoid smoking and alcohol…
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How to Catch a Cheating Husband
November 8, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Marriage is the bonding between two people spiritually and emotionally nourished with love and care for each other. As couples reach a long marital relationship, love unfortunately subsides and compatibility sets in and takes over. With marriage, it is not…
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Rules to Play Basketball
Basketball is a popular team sport played by trying to shoot a ball through a stationary basket. Basketball can be played anywhere with a flat surface and a basketball hoop, including outdoors for recreational purposes or inside in a professional…
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6 Ways to Prevent Ischemic Stroke
1. Keep Your Blood Pressure Under Control The primary cause of ischemic stroke is the restriction of blood, and therefore vital oxygen, to the brain. High blood pressure, commonly referred to as hypertension, is a major risk factor for ischemic…
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Basics of Pitching Softball
November 8, 2013 Basics of Pitching Softball
Competitive softball is a game dominated by outstanding pitching. Many pitchers can throw the ball at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour, which is comparable to a baseball pitched at 100 m.p.h. Additionally, pitchers can throw risers, drops,…
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Four Risk Factors for Diabetes
Diabetes is a condition where your body does not make enough insulin or is unable to utilize it properly. You can be born with diabetes or develop it later in life. There are two main types of diabetes: Type 1…
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Bag Kicking Combination Techniques
November 8, 2013 Bag Kicking Combination Techniques
Martial artists often combine kicking techniques to disorient and defeat opponents. In order to perfect these kicking combinations, martial artists need to practice them on a frequent basis. A heavy bag is a durable piece of training equipment that can…
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