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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How to Control Anxiety With Herbs
October 25, 2013 Mental Health
Overview When you suffer from anxiety, you may have uncomfortable feelings that often include tension and excessive worry. The University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) says generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) causes symptoms severe enough to disrupt your normal day to…
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Herbs for Brain Health
Herbs and spices are not just useful for adding flavor to your favorite dishes. They offer health benefits and medicinal purposes that go far beyond simple culinary applications. Oregano, sage and thyme are particularly beneficial for brain health. They are…
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Tips for Seniors Coping with a Childs Divorce
October 25, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
“Mom, Dad … I’m getting divorced.” You just got the unhappy news, and you’re struggling with a ton of emotions and questions. You’re confused, disbelieving, saddened, and determined to help … somehow. Like your divorcing child and grandchildren, you are…
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Tests to Assess Depression
October 25, 2013 Mental Health
There are several paper-and-pencil or computer assessments used often for depression and many less well-known or particularized assessments. These assessment instruments must be interpreted by mental health professionals familiar with the scoring, norms and meanings assigned to the results. Assessments…
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Chronic Insomnia Cures
October 25, 2013 Mental Health
Insomnia is a disorder characterized by having trouble falling or staying asleep. Insomnia sufferers may get some sleep at night, but they awaken feeling unrefreshed. Prolonged lack of sleep can drain your energy and affect your mood, ultimately affecting your…
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Disease Definition for Shingles
October 25, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Shingles is caused by the varicella zoster virus (VZV), the same virus that causes chickenpox. Instead of being cleared from the body as most viruses are, VZV remains dormant long after recovery from chickenpox. In some people, the virus…
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10 Weight Loss Tips
October 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Embarking upon a weight-loss journey is something that about 50 million Americans do each year, according to Colorado State University. Only 5 percent of those who lose weight will keep the pounds off, CSU says. While there aren’t any quick…
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Deciding who gets the Family Pet in a Divorce
October 25, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Going through a costly, lengthy divorce when the divorcing couple can’t decide on who gets what is difficult enough. But when they must decide on such important issues such as who gets the house, who gets the furniture, and even…
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Nutritional Treatments for Parkinson’s
October 25, 2013 Senior Health
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive and debilitating condition of the central nervous system, which slowly worsens over time. According to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, over 1 million people in the U.S. currently suffer from this disease. While there is no…
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Heart Disease Types
There are several types of heart disease. Among these types are the diseases that affect your heart’s arteries, its muscle layer, as well as the membrane that covers it. The term coronary arteries refers to the arteries of your heart….
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3 Ways to Treat Heartburn
1. Medication for Heartburn If you suffer from heartburn, try over-the-counter medications for relief. Antacids can alleviate heartburn and indigestion by neutralizing stomach acid. They only provide temporary relief, however, with the effects wearing off within 2 hours. H2 blockers…
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About Phenytoin
Overview Phenytoin belongs to a class of medications called anticonvulsants. Anticonvulsants are typically used for the treatment of epilepsy and other diseases that cause seizures. Anticonvulsants block abnormal electrical activity in the brain, which helps keep seizure signals from passing…
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Foods to Avoid With Fructose Malabsorption
Fructose malabsorption is a condition in which a person cannot properly digest the carbohydrate fructose, which is found naturally in many different foods. Somewhat similar to how lactose intolerant people cannot tolerate milk, people with fructose malabsorption have a difficult…
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Easy Free Tips for Moms to Lose Weight Fast
October 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Many moms struggle to find time to prepare healthy meals and exercise on a regular basis. However, it is imperative that all moms get healthy and stay healthy. Part of being healthy is to be a healthy weight. You can…
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Exercise Tips According to Body Shape
In the mid-20th century, psychologist William Sheldon devised the term “somatotype” to describe the three major body types he identified during his studies. Everybody’s body is different and can be identified according to Sheldon’s system of classification. Some people will…
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How to Survive an Unwanted Divorce
October 25, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Getting a divorce is never fun, especially when you still have feelings for your ex-spouse. Being told that your relationship is over will send a flood of different emotions which you will need to face head on if you want…
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Prostate Hypertrophy Symptoms
Enlargement, or hypertrophy, of the prostate gland is a condition that affects many men of increasing age. It is commonly referred to as benign prostatic hypertrophy, or BPH. The majority of symptoms occur due to growth of the prostate into…
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6 Ways to Treat Sinus Infections Naturally
1. Try Steam Therapy You’ve got to keep your nasal passages draining and clear of mucus, and one drug-free way to accomplish this is to inhale steam vapors. If a hot shower or bath doesn’t provide adequate relief, you can…
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The Advantages of Tea Tree Oil on Facial Skin
October 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Steam distilling leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia plant produces tea tree oil. People have traditionally used this oil topically for its antibacterial and anti-fungal properties, although more research is necessary to confirm these benefits, according to the U.S. National Institutes…
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After a Divorce Moving on to a new Life
October 25, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Women after divorce Whether you are elated at escaping from a bad relationship or devastated that your marriage has gone wrong, a divorce marks a turning point in your life. To put your life back on course after it means…
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Active Ingredients in Strivectin-SD
October 25, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
StriVectin-SD is a stretch mark cream clinically proven to reduce the appearance of stretch marks. It also works as an effective face cream to fight wrinkles. This was discovered by accident when StriVectin-SD’s distributor Klein-Becker handed out samples. Klein-Becker spokesperson,…
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Nine Tips on the Prevention of Exercise Injury
While exercise can make you stronger, fitter and healthier, there are also some risks associated with working out, such as pulled muscles. Injuries can also be chronic, building up over time, possibly because of bad technique or poor training practices….
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4 Ways to Treat Common Warts
1. Try Over-the-Counter Salicylic Acid Remedies Over-the-counter home remedies that contain salicylic acid can help to treat and remove common warts. Brand name topical medications and patches include Compound W and Occlusal-HP. Salicylic acid products require daily use until the…
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Maintaining your Sanity during and after a Divorce
October 25, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
When we first meet the one that we feel is the right one. Our first question to ourselves, Isn’t what we really should be questioning. We sometimes allow our past or bad experiences make our minds up for us. Sometimes,…
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The Best Foods When Sick
October 25, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Despite the fact that the flu and the common cold are so widespread, no cure exists yet for either. When a person gets sick, the only things he can do is rest and take medications to feel better while the…
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Mass Body Building Tips
Building muscle mass takes dedication and hard work, but even then muscle gain can be a long and tedious process. The fastest way to achieve your muscle gain goals is with smart training and diet. A few simple tips can…
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Effects of Alcohol the Effects of Alcohol in Marriage
October 25, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
According to the Random House Dictionary of the English Language (1996), alcoholism is defined as a disease condition due to the excessive use of alcoholic beverages. While Silvertein in his book ‘Alcoholism’ (1990) gives three criteria that the American Psychiatric…
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Are There Permanent Hair Removal Procedures?
Laser treatments can reduce the density of hair growth, but it doesn’t remove hair permanently. If you want to get rid of body and facial hair permanently, the only procedure approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration is electrolysis….
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What Are the Dangers of Exercising During Pregnancy?
October 25, 2013 Women's Health
Exercise is essential in pregnancy to keep your body healthy and toned, but some exercise is not appropriate in pregnancy and can cause harm to the mother or the baby. Don’t start any rigorous exercise regime during your pregnancy, and…
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The Boomerang ex when your ex keeps Coming Back
October 25, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Post divorce or break-up many people regardless of which side of the fence you may find yourself on experience the usual influx of emotions. A lower than normal self image, lack of motivation, even feeling of inadequacy. So if/when your…
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