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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Yoga Eye Exercise
Overview The eyes might be “the window to the soul,” but their proper functioning is often taken for granted. As complex as the organs of sight are, exercising them with yoga is easy and can improve the strength of the…
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Home Remedies for Treating Oily Hair
October 27, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Oily hair can be difficult to style and often appears greasy and lifeless. It can result from the overproduction of sebum, the natural oil produced by hair follicles. Excess sebum production can occur during periods of hormonal change such as…
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Human Liver Diseases
The liver is the largest organ in the body and performs more than 400 functions. There are many human liver diseases; some conditions arise directly in the liver tissue itself while others result from metabolic disorders or other diseased organs…
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AML Leukemia
Overview Acute myelogenous leukemia (AML), a type of blood cancer that affects immature blood cells, comes on suddenly and causes easy bruising, fatigue and unusual bleeding. AML arises from a new (not inherited) DNA mutation in an immature blood cell…
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Exercises for Improving Muscular Endurance
Building up your muscular endurance means building up your stamina when performing your preferred exercises or sports. You can improve your muscular endurance by performing exercises for the larger muscles of your body: chest, back, abs and legs. The American…
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Are There Any Side Effects of Using Rogaine for Hair Growth?
October 27, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Rogaine is available in two strengths–2 percent and 5 percent, with the 5 percent product recommended only for men. Women tend to experience better results with the 5 percent product, but it can cause hair growth on the forehead. The…
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Kitchen Tips to Lose Weight in 10 Days
October 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Weight loss begins in the kitchen when you stock it with fresh produce, lean protein and healthy snacks. Ban convenience foods loaded with empty calories, choose small plates to control portion sizes and up your water intake to reveal a…
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Gallbladder Dysfunction Symptoms
Gallbladder dysfunction symptoms depend on whether or not the gallbladder dysfunction is an acute problem or a chronic one. Gallbladder dysfunction frequently occurs because of the formation of gallstones. However, 90 percent of gallstones do not cause symptoms, according to…
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What causes Divorce in the 21st Century
October 27, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
As of 2008, 49% of all marriages in the United States end in divorce. The average length of these marriages (when they’re first marriages) is eight years. You might think the same problems that plagued married couples in the past…
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Exercises for Patellar Tendinitis
Patellar tendinitis is the inflammation of the tendon that connects your thigh muscle (quadriceps) to your shinbone. This allows the contraction of your quadriceps to move your lower leg forward. At times, the patellar tendon can become injured, most commonly…
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Types of Workout Resistance Bands
While resistance band training is rooted in physical therapy, it is also an efficient form of strength and flexibility training. Color-coding indicates the resistance band’s level of resistance. Bands are lightweight, affordable and versatile, so consider purchasing a variety for…
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Over the Counter Tendinitis Treatments
Tendinitis is the inflammation of the fibrous cord that attaches muscle to bone caused by overuse or injury. Tendinitis can affect any tendon, but those at the elbow, heel, shoulder and wrist are more commonly affected. If you have tendinitis,…
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3 Ways to Do Plantar Fasciitis Exercises
1. Stretch Before Getting Out of Bed The plantar fascia is a band of tissue that runs along the base of your foot and can cause pain in your heel when it’s inflamed, especially after a long night’s sleep. There…
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How to Get Rid of Armpit Fat
Overview Armpit fat may not be as physically serious as abdominal fat, but it can still cause plenty of frustration, especially when you wear revealing tops. To relieve yourself of this fatty burden, make some adjustments to your diet and…
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Beads & Strings Eye Exercises
The retina of each eye forms an image of what is seen, but the brain only recognizes one image being viewed because it fuses the two images into one. This fusion is only possible if the images formed by both…
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Golf Swing Tips for Drivers
Golf club manufacturers will try to convince you that the key to a better drive is using a better driver. But you know that all the best equipment can’t make up for a poor swing. If you golf regularly, you…
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Facts About Tea Tree Oil
October 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) comes from the leaves of the evergreen Melaleuca tree, native to Australia and Asia. It is sold commercially in the U.S. in health food stores and online shops. Although tea tree oil has been…
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Things to Do to Prepare for a Baby
Expecting a child signifies a number of preparations are in order to welcome your new little one into the world. You have nine months to prepare for your baby’s arrival, meaning decisions must be made concerning where the baby’s room…
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Saving a Marriage through near Divorce
October 27, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
In today’s society divorce in nothing to be surprised about. Statistically half of marriages will end in divorce. The other half will more than likely entertain the idea once or twice. The couples that step divorce but do not jump…
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Signs That You Are Not in a Healthy Relationship
Some signs of unhealthy relationships are obvious, such as physical violence, but others are more difficult to recognize. Other types of abuse include mental, emotional and sexual abuse. These are often not so much outright acts of abuse, but patterns…
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10 Ways to Increase Metabolism
Your metabolism is the speed at which you burn calories on a daily basis. If you are interested in losing weight, you will lose weight more easily if your metabolism is elevated. There are a variety of ways you can…
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Indoor Exercises to Burn Body Fat
October 27, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
You don’t have to love sports, have a gym membership or a bunch of fancy equipment to burn fat. As a matter of fact, you can burn fat in the privacy of your own home, through a variety of activities…
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The Best Running Shoes for Large Runners
Big runners—referred to as Clydesdales (men) and Fillys or Athenas (women), who weigh more than 180 lbs. and 150 lbs., respectively—require more substantial shoes than their sinewy counterparts. Shoe descriptions usually highlight foot characteristics (width, arch height, and pronation, which…
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How to Fade Liver Spots on Hands
October 27, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Liver spots—also called age spots or lentigines—are the buildup of dark pigment in your skin. This pigment, called melanin, is the same type used to give color to your skin. However, liver spots occur when the melanin builds up…
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What Causes Tendinitis?
Tendinitis is the inflammation or irritation of the tendon (fibrous cord) that attaches muscles to bones. This condition causes pain and tenderness along the tendon and at the point where the tendon attaches to bone. According to the Mayo Clinic,…
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Counter Treatments for Acne
October 27, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
There are a number of over-the-counter treatments for acne. Some work better than others, depending on the active ingredient found in the mixture. The effectiveness of a given product is often based on its ability to remove dead skin, dry…
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What Are the Causes of Chronic Sinus Infections?
There are four pairs of air-filled spaces called sinuses in the human skull. An infection of the sinuses is called sinusitis. Sinusitis is considered to be acute when it is short term, and chronic when it lasts for more than…
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7 Laws of the Golf Swing
Many have said that there is no such thing as a perfect golf swing. There are too many variables from the grip to the follow through, not to mention all the obstacles on the course. The only way to improve…
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Child Air Travel Safety
October 27, 2013 Children's Health
Overview When traveling with children, you may be so concerned with the schedule, keeping your child occupied and getting through security checkpoints that you forget about airplane and airport safety. An airport and airplanes are usually exciting places for a…
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Drugs for Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease associated with such symptoms as rectal bleeding, rectal pain, bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps. Sometimes, unintentional weight loss is another symptom of ulcerative colitis. Risk factors for developing ulcerative colitis include…
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