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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Common Side Effects of Motrin or Ibuprofen
November 6, 2013 Mental Health
Motrin, or ibuprofen, is an over-the-counter (OTC), or prescribed nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used to treat pain and inflammation. This medication works by reducing chemical signals that are related to pain and inflammation in the body. Additionally, according…
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Chiropractic Treatments for Sciatica
Sciatica is defined as any irritation of the sciatic nerve that creates a symptom. Symptoms can range from numbness in the back of the leg, to severe leg pain and an inability to walk. Because the sciatic nerves are the…
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Common Weight Loss Treatments of Morbid Obesity
November 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Morbidly obese individuals, or those with body mass index (BMI) over 39, or 100 pounds or more above their ideal body weight, are at high risk for serious health problems, some of which are life threatening. Effective treatment for morbid…
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Basal Cell Skin Cancer Treatment Options
Basal cell carcinomas account for 8 out of 10 skin cancers, according to the American Cancer Society. These cancers are similar to cancers that form in the basement layer, or basal layer, of the skin. While it is typically slow…
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Complications of Renal Disease
Renal disease or chronic kidney disease is the ninth leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. More than 26 million American adults have chronic kidney disease. The most common causes…
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5 Ways to Choose Foods for the Sugar Busters Diet
November 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Bust the Sugars! Cutting sugar out of your life for the Sugar Busters diet means more than just avoiding that white stuff you put in your coffee or sprinkle on your cereal each morning. You have to cut out…
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Chinese Herbs for Lack of Menstrual Bleeding
The lack of menstrual bleeding for three months or more, or amenorrhea, can be cause for concern for many women. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) views amenorrhea as a disruption in proper blood circulation, and a poor overall well-being and imbalance…
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Lesbian Dating Sites
I have a lot of lesbian friends online and many who ask me if I know of any good lesbian dating sites. I’m not that good at match making but have a lot of single lesbian friends and so I’ve…
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Primary Health Risk Factors
According to the Centers for Disease Control, the top five leading causes of death in 2006 in the United States were heart disease, cancer, stroke, lower respiratory disease, and accidents. When looking at the actual causes of death, or the…
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Workout Training Tips for Weight Loss
November 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Many people work out to help them manage or lose weight. After diet, exercise is the most important factor in weight loss, says Rachel Cosgrove in her book “The Female Body Breakthrough: The Revolutionary Strength-Training Plan for Losing Fat and…
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Immediate Effects of Exercise on Blood Pressure
November 6, 2013 Immediate Effects of Exercise on Blood Pressure
Exercise may be the closest thing we have to a fountain of youth, according to Dr. Vincent R. Moloney, a retired physician. Exercise lays the foundation for long-term benefits for hypertensive patients by helping to lower systolic and diastolic readings…
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Easy Ways to Cut 100 Calories a Day
November 6, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Calorie counting for weight loss may seem daunting, but cutting calories does not have to be nearly as difficult as it sounds. By making a few simple changes, you can easily cut 100 calories per day; that’s 700 calories per…
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Acceptance and Living of the Lesbian Lifestyle
Living life as a lesbian, gay or bisexual isn’t always easy as it seems. It isn’t always about sex with the same gender. Its about love and how you feel with person whether a man or woman. Most women turn…
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Easy Rules for Table Tennis
November 6, 2013 Easy Rules for Table Tennis
Ping pong is a common recreational game played in basements and various other casual locations. Table tennis is a more competitive version of the same game. It can be played by young people or adults and amateurs or professionals. The…
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Passive Range of Motion Exercises for Parkinson’s Desease
November 6, 2013 Passive Range of Motion Exercises for Parkinson's Desease
Parkinson’s disease is caused by a decrease in dopamine in the brain. This results in neurological symptoms and manifestations that grow progressively worse. The neuromuscular symptoms of Parkinson’s include difficulty with balance; hand, arm and face tremors, increased stiffness of…
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5 Ways to Beat Tobacco Addiction
1. Get the Patch There are a number of brand-name nicotine patches available on the market today to help you end your tobacco addiction. Nicotine patches contain measured doses of nicotine that are delivered to you through your skin. Most…
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Why do People Judge Gays and Lesbians
The first question to taunt is why do people judge in the first place? A person comes into a family restaurant smoking a cigar in a non-smoke environment and he is really loud making noise and laughing. He is disturbing…
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What Are the Treatments for Dry Cracked Skin?
November 6, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
One of the unfortunate effects of aging skin is that it is more prone to dryness and cracking. Dry skin, or xerosis, may also be due in part to environmental factors like cold, windy and dry air. While xerosis is…
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Kids Bedwetting Remedies
November 6, 2013 Children's Health
Medically known as nocturnal enuresis, bed-wetting can not only prove frustrating for parents, but embarrassing for the child suffering from it. It may hinder his ability to have friends over, or for him to sleep at a friends’ home. While…
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5 Ways to Control Chronic Sore Throat
1. Quit Smoking In order to control your chronic sore throat pain, you’ll have to identify and eliminate its cause. If you’re a smoker, it’s very likely that smoke inhalation is triggering your continual discomfort. Talk to your doctor about…
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How to Lose 12 Pounds
Overview Once you know how much weight you want to lose, it is time to take steps to accomplish your goal. Twelve pounds is a significant amount, and losing this much will require changes in your eating habits and physical…
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3 Ways to Choose Low Calorie Soups
November 5, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Avoid Cream-Based Soups Any soup made with heavy cream as a base, like New England clam chowder, cream of mushroom, cream of asparagus and other creamed vegetable soups, will be loaded with fat, calories and cholesterol. These days, many…
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Tips to Have a Healthy Love Relationship
There is no such thing as a perfect relationship, despite what romantic movies and television shows present through witty prose and loving exchanges. The truth is that all relationships require a great deal of hard work, sacrifice and compromise between…
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What Kind of Lesbian is she
Historically, there have been two classifications for lesbians: Butch and Femme. These classifications have been, in the past, embraced by lesbians, who strive to live up to the image. Since these original classifications, several others have emerged that will be…
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List of Martial Arts That Use Vital Point Striking
November 5, 2013 List of Martial Arts That Use Vital Point Striking
The use of vital point striking to incapacitate an opponent is one of the attractions of the martial fighting arts. The idea that a single blow to a secret point will drop an opponent instantly is appealing. While the rise…
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Definition of Kegels
November 5, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Overview Women use Kegel exercises for a variety of reasons. They can enhance your sex life and reproductive health, among other things. Kegel exercises are easy to understand and perform. Even if you have no specific need in mind, Kegel…
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Ways for Teens to Get Fit Fast
November 5, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Teens are exposed to a constant media barrage of commercials hawking greasy, fast food pizzas, burgers and fries loaded with trans fat and saturated fat that if overconsumed, can lead to heart disease, high blood pressure and other chronic diseases….
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3 Ways to Cope With Parkinson’s Disease
November 5, 2013 Senior Health
1. Be Patient Since Parkinson’s disease is a progressive, degenerative disease, you will need to keep make continuous adjustments to your routine and your environment to ensure that you are still able to manage daily tasks, without major effort or…
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Advantages of Composite Baseball Bats
Composite bats are similar to aluminum bats in the way they are designed, but the different materials and internal structure can yield different results when using a composite vs. traditional aluminum. While aluminum bats have been the most commonly used…
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Natural Remedies for Undereye Bags
Puffy, sagging bags under the eyes can be caused by allergies, inadequate sleep, fluid retention due to diet, heredity and age. In most cases, puffy eyes do not require the treatment of a doctor and are not serious, says the…
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