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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Directions for Retin-A Micro
October 27, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Retin-A Micro contains tretinoin gel in a microspheric form. The microspheres use time-release technology that minimizes skin irritation and shine. Retin-A Micro is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris, as stated by the manufacturer Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical. The…
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Tips on Hitting in Slow Pitch Softball
Slow pitch softball is a high-scoring game that features a lot of long hits and big innings. The game is dominated by bigger, stronger hitters who use an uppercut swing to launch long home runs. However, there are many excellent…
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How to Do an At-Home Spa
Overview When the chaos and stress of everyday life begins to feel overwhelming, take a few hours to yourself and enjoy some pampering. While a visit to a local spa and salon might be too much for your budget or…
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Restraining Orders in Divorce Proceedings – No
October 27, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Filing for a restraining order is a serious matter and one that should never be done lightly. The purpose of a restraining order is to address a serious and articulable threat of danger to the person who seeks the order…
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Reasons for High Divorce Rates in the UK
October 27, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Happiness and the hope of it destroys many marriages in the UK. The notion that a marriage is about happiness is an historically recent one and, in the preindustrial farming villages of England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland it was hardly…
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4 Ways to Maintain Your Weight on the Sugar Busters Diet
October 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. Eat Healthy The Sugar Busters diet for weight loss is outlined in “The New Sugar Busters,” which includes a 14-day meal plan. If you followed this plan to reach your goal weight, you already learned the basics for eating…
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Simple Steps to Reduce your Risk of Divorce
October 27, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
An old saying says that the best way to reduce the risk of divorce is to not get married, and it does have its fans. As true as that is, it is also very impractical as people meet, fall in…
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Child Custody
October 27, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
What Qualifies for Child Custody? A psychological evaluation is often used to help the court discover the best psychological interests of the child in custody cases. A psychologist is not only used because they are analyzing the mentality of a…
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Desk Exercises to Prevent Carpal Tunnel Injuries
Carpal tunnel injuries are caused by using the same muscles while performing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). There are a variety of exercises that can be done at your…
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Exercises to Strengthen the Hand
Exercises that strengthen the hand can help you improve your grip, finger flexibility, dexterity and overall hand strength, according to HandExercise.org. You can increase your performance and coordination, prevent injury and keep your hand muscles and joints operating properly by…
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What Is End of Life Insurance?
Overview Insurance is a way of life. We insure everything: cars, homes and our health. It is no surprise that with an aging generation of baby boomers that end of life care is an important topic of discussion. Insurance companies…
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Gallbladder Attack Symptoms
The gallbladder is located under the liver and stores bile, which is used to help digest fats. Gallstones are small, pebble-like substances that develop in the gallbladder and block the ducts that carry bile. Eighty percent of gallstones are made…
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Exercises to Lose Inner Thigh Fat
The inner thighs are known anatomically as the adductors. When you gain fat in this region, you need to promote weight loss while doing strength training exercises that involve inward movement of your thighs. Building muscle can create better definition…
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Relationships
October 27, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
As we journey through life, everyone has past relationships that have some bearing on who they are in the present. It is how much we learned from each relationship and how we choose to apply that knowledge that makes the…
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Exercises for the Face
October 27, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Unlike muscles in the rest of your body, most facial muscles do not attach directly to bone, according to the Nemours Foundation. Instead, they attach directly under the skin, enabling you to pull them just slightly to produce different facial…
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Human Potassium Deficiency Symptoms
October 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Potassium, an electrolyte, is important for proper cell, tissue and organ function. Potassium is obtained from eating foods that are high in potassium, such as meats, fruits, beans and potatoes. Low levels of potassium in the blood, known as hypokalemia,…
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3 Ways to Buy a Home on a Budget
1. Determine How Much You Can Spend The first step in buying a home on your budget is determining how much money you can afford to spend on a monthly mortgage. An easy way you can figure your spending ability…
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Medicine Ball Exercises for Golf
Physical strength has not always been emphasized in golf, but more professional golfers are improving their fitness levels, and that translates to better golf performance. You can increase the power of your golf swing by increasing your core strength–the strength…
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Divorce Settlement how to get the Money you Deserve
October 27, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
A divorce is a difficult thing, and the outcome of the terms can affect you for years to come. You want the financial settlement to be fair, and there are various strategies that can help you achieve this. Try the…
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Divorce 101 the Facts and the Concerns
October 27, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
When your marriage is falling apart, it may seem that there is no other way out except divorce. For some, this really is the only answer. However, for most, they may want to look at other options if at all…
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How to Lose Weight with a Gluten-Free Diet
October 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Celiac disease, an autoimmune reaction to wheat, barley and rye, affects approximately 3 million Americans. Symptoms vary widely among those afflicted and include digestive ailments, skin rashes and depression. Celiac disease prevents nutrients from being absorbed properly, and many…
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Pilates Exercises for Ice Skaters
Olympic figure skaters perform seemingly effortless movements, but their skills come from hours of training on and off the ice. Ice skating requires meticulous postural alignment, exceptional dynamic balance skills, strength, flexibility, coordination and core strength. Many skaters use Pilates…
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Herbal Depression Remedies
Depression can be a debilitating illness, and treating depression can be almost as debilitating. Antidepressants, while generally effective, come with a long list of side effects, particularly at the start of treatment. These include worsened depression, headache, muscle aches, constipation,…
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How to Build Muscle & Lose Fat With a Diet Plan
October 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Building muscle and losing fat with a diet plan is less difficult if you know what foods to eat when. By timing your nutrient appropriately around your resistance training and cardiovascular workouts, you can maximize muscle building and minimize…
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Frequent Yeast Infections Symptoms
October 27, 2013 Women's Health
Approximately 75 percent of women will have at least one yeast infection at some point during their lives, report health officials at the Illinois Department of Public Health in Springfield. Common causes of yeast infections include taking antibiotics, increased heat…
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Yoga Poses for Anxiety & Depression
Overview The National Institute of Mental Health lists mild exercise as a way to cope with depression. Yoga uses body postures, or poses, breathing exercises and meditation to stretch, strengthen and balance the body and mind, and to create inner…
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What Are Different Types of Gastric Cancer?
The National Cancer Institute reports that gastric cancer, also called stomach cancer, is diagnosed in 1,300 men and 8,000 women in the United States each year. The majority of people with gastric cancer are older than 70. The stomach is…
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Mental Exercises for Seniors
Exercising the brain is as important as exercising any other area of the body, especially for those heading into their golden years, the Franklin Institute says. Mental exercise helps maintain cognitive abilities and function, and it creates new synapses, or…
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Anti Fungal Remedies
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there has recently been a significant increase in the number of fungal infections. This increase is mainly affecting people who have impaired immune systems. If you have a weakened immune system,…
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6 Ways to Treat Sore Throat
1. Do Your Best to Prevent Getting a Sore Throat The most common causes of a sore throat include the common cold and flu. While the best way to prevent getting sick is to avoid those who are infected, that’s…
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