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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Kettlebell Workout DVDs for Women
November 1, 2013 Kettlebell Workout DVDs for Women
Kettlebells, or girya (гиря) in Russian, are heavy weights consisting of a cast iron ball with a single handle for gripping. Historically, they were used by the Russian military for strength training, and kettlebell lifting for sport emerged in the…
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How to Handle Gossip in the Workplace
November 1, 2013 Friends and Peers
Gossip relies on generalizing such as black or white thinking and transferring negative energy onto others without much contemplation. In reality however things are way more complex than just being black and white. If it is not controlled it can…
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International Adoption Options
November 1, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
International adoptions peaked in 2004, according to statistics provided by the U.S. Department of State, but many parents still look beyond the borders of the United States to find their children. Sixty-eight percent of respondents to a survey by Adoptive…
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Tips to Help You Get to Sleep at Night
There are many things that can prevent you from falling asleep at night: physical pain, medications, mental stress and even excitement can keep you awake. Trouble sleeping does more than keep you from dreamland; it can have a negative affect…
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How to get along with People you Dislike
November 1, 2013 Friends and Peers
There’s an old saying that the people who are most difficult to love are the ones who need it the most. In life you will meet many people and interact with them. First you have family members, either by blood…
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Easy Steps for Losing Weight
November 1, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Losing even just five or 10 percent of your total body weight likely yields health benefits such as improved blood pressure, lower cholesterol and more stable blood sugar, reports the Centers for Disease Control. Respected organizations such as the National…
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Homeopathic Treatments for Asthma
Homeopathic remedies offer a safe solution for respiratory problems and chest inflammations like asthma. Choosing the correct remedy requires careful evaluation of the asthma attack to determine what might have caused it, the symptoms during the episode and what may…
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3 Ways to Learn About Anorexia in Women
November 1, 2013 Mental Health
1. Look Out for Anorexia Red Flags The most obvious sign of an eating disorder is severe, rapid weight loss. Even something like baggy clothing should not be ignored. Many anorexic patients try to hide weight loss when it becomes…
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What Causes Headaches in Teens?
There are a myriad of reasons for headaches in teens. Some teen headaches are due to lifestyle choices and others are due to changes occurring in the body as teens develop. Teens do not always keep a close watch on…
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Dealing with Difficult co Workers Difficult co Workers Competition
November 1, 2013 Friends and Peers
Difficult co-workers can cause many problems in the workplace. If you don’t find a way to get along with them, your job performance may be negatively affected, and in some cases, that might even cause you your job. For that reason,…
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5 Ways to Treat Hypersomnia
1. Treat the Sleep Disorder Causing Hypersomnia Hypersomnia, or excessive sleeping or sleepiness, is typically caused by a lack of proper sleep during the night. Whether you suffer from sleep apnea or insomnia, not getting a full night’s sleep will…
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Exercise DVDs for Men
Workout DVDs are not just for women just like the weight room is not just for men. There are exercise DVDs specifically designed to meet the fitness needs of men; those that focus on toning a man’s problem areas (upper…
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Muscles From Pushups
Push-ups are an exercise used by personal trainers, group fitness instructors and practically all athletes because of their ability to train many muscles in your body. Like most exercises, push-ups target both primary muscles (muscles that are exerting the majority…
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Facts About Milk & Protein
Overview Milk is made up of protein, fat and carbohydrate, and the proportions of these nutrients vary with the type of milk. Protein is an important macronutrient, required by the body’s cells to maintain normal function and to provide energy….
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How Do Bike Pumps Work?
Overview Tire pumps are useful tools for cyclists–ask anyone who’s ever had a flat tire. The pump is used to move atmospheric air into the tire, providing sufficient pressure to inflate it properly. There are many different designs for tire…
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Bike Safety Tips for Kids
While bike riding is a fun and healthy activity for kids, it can be dangerous without proper gear and training. The Nemours Foundation states that approximately 300,000 kids end up in emergency rooms each year because of bike accidents, some…
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The Best Exercise Routines
Regular physical activity is good for you for so many reasons. According to the Mayo Clinic, getting enough exercise reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, osteoporosis and cancers as well as improving your balance and even your mood….
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Ways to Lose Weight Without Diet & Exercise
November 1, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
With life’s busy schedules and hectic lifestyles, some people simply don’t have the time or energy to exercise or come up with a diet plan to lose weight. While diet and exercise have been proven to be the most effective…
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The Best Morning Exercise Routines
Most people are a little groggy, slow or stiff when they wake up in the morning. If you use the beginning of your day to exercise, stretch your muscles and get your heart rate going, it can give you an…
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Cause of Obesity in Children
November 1, 2013 Children's Health
Overview Children in the United States and around the world manifest a burgeoning problem with obesity. An estimated 16 to 33 percent of American children meet the definition of obesity according to the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry…
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Medicine Ball Exercises for Swimmers
Competitive swimming is a unique sport because athletes are resisted (by a force other than gravity) throughout their race. Because of this, swimmers must be trained in a unique fashion. Dry land training must still be a fluid form of…
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How to Handle Toxic Friendships
November 1, 2013 Friends and Peers
Friendship is one of the greatest gifts we receive in life. Every true friendship involves give and take, and not always in even proportions. Unfortunately, some friends are better at taking than giving. Let’s look at some potentially toxic relationships…
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The Best Yoga Exercises for Neck & Shoulder
From being hunched over a computer, to sitting in a car, to holding the phone with your ear and shoulder–our neck and shoulders start to hold tension around our ears, which causes rigidity in the neck and eventually leads to…
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4 Ways to Treat Kawasaki Disease
November 1, 2013 Children's Health
1. Seek Medical Advice Kawasaki symptoms include dry lips, a sore throat, a rash, a swollen tongue with big red bumps, swollen lymph nodes and very red eyes. If you suspect that your child has Kawasaki disease, it is important…
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About Therapeutic Essential Oils
Overview Early civilizations used scented woods and oils made from plants to ward off evil spirits. Now, people still burn through incense in religious cults for protection and ceremonies. Powerful properties found in fragrant plants are historical in use and…
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Diet Planning Tips
November 1, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Consistently following a diet for healthier eating, weight loss or health conditions can be difficult, especially without a plan. According to a Health and Diet Survey, 2004 and 2005, by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the overall…
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5 Ways to Report Sexual Harassment
1. Document Everything Write down everything relating to every experience having to do with sexual harassment or abuse of any kind. Keep a journal of the time, person, place, conversation, actions and people who witnessed the sexual harassment. Make sure…
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Allergies to Milk
Overview Although milk allergies occur most often in children, people of all ages can develop it especially if there is a family history of allergies. Most often a milk allergy refers specifically to cow’s milk, but can also occur with…
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Simple Ways to Encourage co Workers Encourage co Workers Accomplishments
November 1, 2013 Friends and Peers
Some co-workers need to be motivated more than others in order to perform to the best of their ability. Due to past failures, they may not feel as if they are valuable enough for the company, so they need to…
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Knee Joint Pain Remedies
Regardless of the reason, knee joint pain occurs due to inflammation. This can happen after an injury or overuse, as well as a bout of arthritis in older patients, according to the Mayo Clinic. Other reasons you may suffer from…
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