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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Shine your Truth instead of Imposing it
October 22, 2013 Communication
Living truth precedes speaking truth. One can only speak truth in love, if they have first lived that truth in love. There is a place for speaking what is true, but it must be sequential to living it. Too often…
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Early Lupus Signs
The Mayo Clinic describes lupus as a chronic inflammatory disease that occurs when the body’s immune system attacks its own organs and tissues. People suffering from this illness experience painful inflammation and tissue damage throughout the body. Affected areas of…
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Health Concerns for High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, refers to either the systolic (top) pressure consistently measuring over 140 or the diastolic (bottom) pressure consistently measuring over 90. High blood pressure affects all types of people and occurs more often when certain risk…
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Cures for Clogged Pores
October 22, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Clogged pores occur when skin cells are unable to migrate out of hair follicles, forming plugs of cells and oil within your pores leading to blockages. If the plugs are open to the air, the protein in the skin cells…
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The Side Effects of Tylenol
Tylenol (acetaminophen) is an over-the-counter medication used as a pain reliever and a fever reducer. Tylenol may also be used to treat headaches, muscle aches, arthritis, backaches, toothaches and colds. Although Tylenol is a relatively safe drug, using more than…
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Types of Fish High in Omega-3
Omega-3 fatty acids are associated with dozens of health benefits. The National Institutes of Health notes that omega-3 fatty acids can keep arteries supple, lower blood pressure, lower triglyceride levels and prevent heart attacks, stroke and death in people with…
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The Gazelle Exercise Machine Instructions
Overview The Gazelle is an at-home exercise machine invented by Tony Little and manufactured by Fitness Quest. Referred to as a “glider,” the Gazelle is promoted as offering a total-body calorie-burning and muscle-toning workout with “virtually zero impact” to the…
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Ibuprofen Major Side Effects
October 22, 2013 Mental Health
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin and others) is a common over-the-counter medication used to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. This medication belongs to the class non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and works by altering chemical signals that are related to pain and inflammation,…
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Natural Ways to Prevent Gout
If you’ve ever suffered from gout, you know how debilitating it can be. The pain and inflammation can be unbearable and make walking or even sleeping difficult. Gout is a form of arthritis that develops when too much uric acid…
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4 Ways to Understand How Sugar Busters Works
October 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. No Insulin Production Equals Weight Loss According to Sugar Busters, sugar is toxic. By eliminating refined sugar as well as fruits and vegetables with a high sugar content, you lose weight. Food that raises your blood glucose too quickly…
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At Home Fitness Tips
You don’t need to use fancy equipment or join expensive classes to be fit. In fact, you don’t need to change much in your daily routine if you want to get some exercise. You can get a full-body workout and…
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Overcoming Insecurity
October 22, 2013 Communication
Needs Versus Wants: An Introspective Journey I find myself standing at the base of a mountain looking up and wondering, how will I climb this mountain, not once thinking the climb impossible. Optimism dictates that while all possibilities are fraught…
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Cures for Cracked Lips
Everybody has had cracked lips, usually in the winter. Lips become dry and not only flake, but split open, revealing painfully raw, tender skin exposed to the air. Cracked lips can be cured through a series of lifestyle changes, including…
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How to Mix Coconut Oil in Water for Hair Growth
October 22, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Coconut oil can moisturize and strengthen your hair. This will help your hair grow long by decreasing the rate of hair breakage, extending the life of each hair shaft and preventing damage that would otherwise require a trim. Mixing…
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How to Start a Conversation in a Group of Strangers
October 22, 2013 Communication
If you find yourself in a situation whereby you are in a group of strangers and you are wondering what to talk about, then this article is for you. The following are some tips on how to start a conversation…
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Benefits of Omega 3 Fatty Acids
October 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
More than likely you’ve heard of them or read about omega-3 fatty acids. They are encouraged by registered dietitians and health organizations because they have several health benefits. Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of polyunsaturated fat, which is a…
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Symptoms of Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia or HIT
A potentially serious side effect develops rarely in some patients receiving the anticoagulant heparin. Heparin is used to prevent or treat blood clots and must be given by injection or IV infusion. Heparin sometimes causes the number of platelets in…
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Mederma Ingredients
October 22, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Mederma is a scar minimizer produced by Merz. Available as topical gel, Mederma may help heal and decrease the appearance of scars. The product is designed to be easy and convenient to use but is only effective with consistent use…
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Communicable & Infectious Diseases
October 22, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Communicable and infectious diseases pass from one person to another by one of four methods. Blood transmission requires direct contact with the blood. Fecal to oral requires touching feces of contaminated objects and then touching your mouth. Respiratory transmission occurs…
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Drugs to Help With Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis is a chronic, inflammatory disease of the rectum and large intestine, also called the colon. Ongoing inflammation results in sores and ulcers of the intestinal lining. The disease is marked by episodes of bloody diarrhea. Drug treatment is…
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Early Signs of Bone Cancer
Bone cancer, the Mayo Clinic reports, is not one of the more common forms of cancer. Other cancers may metastasize to or spread to the bones, but these are named for the location of their origins. Bone cancer starts inside…
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Family Reunions gone Bad
Reason #1: They don’t like each other. My family never had many family reunions, because they learned early on that most relatives didn’t like each other much. My mother’s relatives were all crazy as loons and my father’s relatives were…
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Getting off on the right Foot as a Newlywed
It’s always nerve wracking to meet new in laws as a newlywed. Following these simple tips can help to ease this transition time and help one to get off on the right foot without a lot of difficulty. Be agreeable…
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Child Internet Safety Tips
October 22, 2013 Children's Health
Most children of the twenty-first century have been familiar with computers for their entire lives. Whether they use the Internet in school as a part of their daily learning or at home to blow off steam with the games available…
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4 Ways to Treat ADHD in Teens
1. Get Psychiatric Help The first thing many parents do when they discover their child has ADHD is to get a Ritalin prescription from the family doctor. While this is the easiest answer, it’s not necessarily the best. Go to…
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Children Home
Nowadays, it is a big deal for parents to get their children to be mature and independent. Modern children have realized that living with parents will save them money, which means It is time for parents to get the kids to…
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Cures for Spider Veins
October 22, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Spider veins occur when a valve in a vein becomes weak, preventing blood from flowing properly. Blood may then collect in the vein, enlarging as it pools and branching out like a spider web. Spider veins can usually be noticed…
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5 Top Tips to Get Fit
October 22, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Fitness brings many positive benefits into your life, including an increase in energy, a longer life and an increase in self esteem. The Mayo Clinic explains that physical activity can prevent chronic health conditions, promote weight loss and improve sleep….
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Cardio Kickboxing Advantages
According to a study by the American Council on Exercise, cardio kickboxing provides a workout sufficient to not only maintain, but also improve, cardiovascular fitness. Cardio kickboxing advantages are numerous, from simply burning calories and losing weight to relieving stress…
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Non Verbal Communication Tips
October 22, 2013 Communication
Actions really do speak louder than words. Did you ever think about what your non verbal behavior is saying about you? Your nonverbal communication is constantly speaking for you and you probably do not even realize at the time it…
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