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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3 Ways to Get in Shape After an Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear
1. ACL Injuries Are Common The anterior cruciate ligament prevents your tibia, or shin bone, from shifting ahead of the femur, or thigh bone, keeps the tibia at the correct angle relative to the femur and prevents excess tibial rotation….
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Connecting with your Teenager
I am the parent of four children ranging in age from twenty-one to eight. Without doubt, the most challenging phase of parenting is the teen-age years. This is when the child rebels out a desire to be an independent person…
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Exercises After Back Surgery
After experiencing back surgery, it’s understandable that you have hesitations about how much exercise you can engage in without risking injury. While some exercises may vary based on surgical procedure, physical therapy and exercises can enhance mobility and improve your…
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Celiac Sprue Symptoms
Celiac disease, also known as celiac sprue, is a digestive condition triggered by consumption of gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye. If you have celiac disease, your body demonstrates an immune reaction to gluten, leading to damage…
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Early Signs of Alcohol Addiction
Alcoholism doesn’t start out of the blue. It’s an insidious disease that sneaks up on people and affects as many as 14 million Americans, Wright State University reports. Many early indications point to the possibility that alcohol use is getting…
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Earliest Possible Symptoms of Pregnancy
October 21, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
When you become pregnant, your body goes through many changes to prepare it for carrying your baby for the next nine months. Symptoms of early pregnancy are associated with hormonal changes that begin as soon as you conceive. Although early…
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Exercises for Those Who Are Chair Bound
Exercising is important for everyone. Chair-bound exercises are for you if you are wheelchair-bound, office-chair bound or sitting in a chair while exercising. These exercises can improve your bone density, increase your blood circulation and improve your balance. Sitting in…
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Exercises for an Injured Knee
Exercises for an injured knee involve both strengthening and stretching two important leg muscles–the quadriceps and hamstrings. Quadriceps are also known as thigh muscles. Your hamstrings run along the back of your knee. According to the American Academy of Orthopedic…
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Exercises and Stretches for Tight Calf Muscles
Tightness in the calf is often caused by too much neural stimulation to the muscles and connective tissues, which cause weakness to the opposing muscle group (tibialis complex). To decrease the tightness, you should first find the cause, stretch the…
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Snowy Day Fun
Snowy days are some of the best there are. Sometimes there is a break from school or even work. So how do you maximize your snowy day fun? Here are some tips to make your time off worth while. So,…
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Characteristics of Streptococcus Pneumoniae
According to George Brooks, M.D., Professor of Laboratory Medicine and Microbiology and Immunology at the University of California, Streptococcus pneumoniae is normally found in 5 to 40 percent of the population. It has mechanisms ready and waiting to be used…
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Exercises for BOSU
A BOSU is a training tool shaped like a half moon. It has an inflated dome side and a flat side; both of which can be utilized to do exercises. Working out on the BOSU challenges your balance while simultaneously…
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Family Bonding the best Road Trips are the Unplanned ones
Like so many other families, we are very busy with very little extra time. When my husband and I figure out that we both have a little bit of free time on the weekend we try to make plans to…
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Herbs to Take for Rheumatoid Arthritis
October 21, 2013 Senior Health
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the joints. It often presents with flu-like symptoms and gradually progresses to more severe pain and disability. While medications like ibuprofen and celecoxib (Celebrex) are effective for…
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Baseball Infield Fly Rules
The infield fly rule in baseball forces the umpire to automatically call the batter out when a pop fly is hit under certain circumstances; this protects the offensive team and the runners on base. The rule was introduced in Major…
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How to get off on the right Foot with your in Laws as a Newly Wed
Marrying into a new family can be a blessing, or it can be an obstacle course waiting to happen. However, by following some basic tips, you should be able to develop a good relationship with your in-laws, one that you…
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Celiac Disease Symptoms in Teenagers
Celiac disease is a digestive disorder in which the body reacts negatively to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye. According to the University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center (UCCDC), symptoms of celiac may appear at infancy, during…
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About Polycytic Ovary Syndrome
October 21, 2013 Women's Health
Overview The ovaries are a critical part of the endocrine system, which is responsible for the production and release of chemicals called hormones. Slight perturbations in the endocrine system can cause the ovaries to produce elevated levels of hormones called…
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4 Ways to Get in Shape After a Medial Collateral Ligament Tear
1. MCL Tear Defined The medial collateral ligaments help maintain knee stability. Injuries to it occur through overuse, misalignment, physical activities, or poor preparation before exercising. If your MCL is torn, you’ll have pain along the inside of your knee…
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How to Stay Safe when Entering a new Dating Relationship
For many people, the early stages of a relationship are an exciting time known as the “honeymoon” phase. You cannot find any fault in your partner, the world is all rosy-colored, and you two walk on cloud nine. All may…
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Spa Treatments Using Things Found in Your Kitchen
Spas can be costly with both time and money, and not everyone has extra cash on hand or a few available days for a getaway. If you find yourself longing for some pampering and invigorating spa treatments, you may be…
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Softball Bat Types
Improved technology has allowed manufacturers to create softball bats that enhance the player’s batting abilities and improve hitting results. Softball bats were originally made from wood, but now most are aluminum. The highest performing bats utilize the durability of aluminum…
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Depression Treatment Strategies
October 21, 2013 Mental Health
Symptoms of depression include feelings of sadness and hopelessness, issues eating and sleeping, trouble concentrating, thoughts of suicide, and fatigue. Therapists help their clients cope with depression by teaching them relaxation techniques, ways to handle stress, the importance of healthy…
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Fast Credit Debt Removal
Overview It is easy to run up a significant amount of debt if you have easy access to credit. You may get loans and credit cards without realizing just how much you owe until you start to have problems making…
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3 Ways to Minimize Injuries in a Fall
1. Surviving a Long Fall People have survived falls from amazing heights, but the rule of thumb is that the farther you fall, the worse your injuries. No matter how far you fall, here are some things you can do…
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How to get your Family to help more in Making Meals
There are many steps to making a meal. Encouraging your spouse and all family members to pitch in and help will make the job easier. People have a higher level of enjoyment when they are actively involved and working together at mealtime might insert…
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3 Ways to Treat a Pulled Groin
1. Recognize a Pulled Groin The groin is the area where the legs meet the pelvis. When you overstretch one of the muscles that connect the bones of the legs and pelvis, you have a pulled groin. Generally, this occurs…
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At Home Chair Exercises
When you are at home and you want to work out, you need not look any farther than your furniture. Chairs can give you an adequate workout. Exercises can use chairs to target your entire body. With some exercises, you…
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Exercise Ball Stomach Exercises
When it comes to training your stomach, you want to target your upper abs, lower abs and obliques with specific exercises. Using an exercise ball to do this builds a large amount of muscle fiber. Perform 15 to 20 reps…
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Exercise Tips for Losing Inches Off the Inner Thighs
For most women, the thighs are a difficult area to keep slender. Genetics come into play–women who are born with a natural pear shape are more likely to gain weight in the thigh region and have a tougher time losing…
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