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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Helping your Child Accept the new Baby
Siblings can often feel jealousy when the new baby arrives. They may not know how to handle getting less attention then they are used to. This is especially true for the child who used to be the “baby.” He/She may…
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Causes of Multiple Myeloma
Multiple myeloma is considered to be a hematological cancer. This means that it originates in the blood system. Myeloma cells are abnormal plasma cells that develop instead of the normal plasma cells. These cells do not die as normal blood…
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Why are some Family Members so Judgmental
Every time you talk to Mom, she has advice on how you can make your life better. Your sister-in-law constantly comments on how bratty your children are compared to her ‘angels’. Your older brother things you’re still a child, even…
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Being a Twin
A twin holds a unique position. This occurs whether they are the only siblings, or two amongst other children, and irrespective of similarities in physical looks or gender. The experiences discussed here come from the direct experience of being one…
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How having a Large Family Increases the Impact of Sibling Rivalry
Having a large family can increase the impact of sibling rivalry. There are different factors that can be responsible for this, and different parenting practices may be able to lessen the effects. The following is a description of why this…
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Risks of Multiple Myeloma
Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer that affects the plasma cells found in the blood. These cells are formed in the bone marrow. As the disease process continues, the patient becomes at-risk for several complications. Most of these complications…
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Smart Shopping for Climbing Jackets (Belay, Soft Shells)
What to Look for Common Pitfalls About this Author Lizzy Scully is a senior contributing editor for Rock & Ice magazine and a columnist for Rocky Mountain Sports. She’s melded her passions for ascending rocks and for writing into a…
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One for the Road
“One for the Road.” The alcoholic parent often presents as the mom or dad any one would love to have. This parent can be more than happy and helpful and understanding, however, when the bar closes the parent also shuts down. …
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4 Risk Factors for Diabetes
Diabetes (type 2) is a disorder where the body has high levels of blood glucose (sugar) and thus cannot properly turn meals consumed into energy for the body. There are many different risk factors for this disease, including lifestyle choices…
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What is Middle Child Syndrome
Middle child syndrome is a very real condition whereby a child who has not had the good fortune of being the firstborn or the lastborn in a family with multiple children might feel he/she has received, what might be aptly…
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Pilates Exercise List
Like many artists and creators, Joseph Pilates was ahead of his time. Although he developed his technique in Germany in the early part of the 20th century, Pilates did not become a household name until the late 1980s. Most fitness…
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Medicinal Properties of Stevia
Stevia, with the scientific name of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni, is an herb native to Bolivia. It is 300 times as sweet as sugar. Its best-known medicinal quality is based on what it lacks–calories. This makes stevia valuable in treating obesity…
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Ways to Get a Six Pack of Abs
October 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
For many people who exercise, getting a six pack of abs is an important goal. A well-defined mid section can be attractive to the opposite sex and also an indicator of good health. Body fat stored around the mid-section is…
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Exercise Routines for Teens
Physical activity is necessary to maintain fitness and health. As a teenager, you’re concerned about your body image and you want to look as good as you possibly can. Begin with simple workouts at school, at home or at the…
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5 Things You Need to Know About Harmful Effects of Free Radicals
October 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
1. What are Free Radicals? Youâve probably heard of free radicals and may even know that theyâre harmful, but you probably arenât sure exactly what they are. Free radicals are tiny particles that are produced during the course of our…
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Sibling Conflicts
Conflicts between siblings are like none other, mostly because of the shear number of factors at work. Events and obstacles from years upon years of building up, play major roles into the way siblings see each other along with the…
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Anticancer Diet
October 20, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview The Cancer Project says that the foods that help discourage cancer growth are the same foods that help prevent cancer from growing in the first place. According to the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR), a plant-based diet consisting…
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Seven Ways to Exercise Your Brain
October 20, 2013 Senior Health
Like the body, the brain can become out of shape and lethargic; you can lose memory function through inactivity. Many have used the term “use it or lose it” to describe brain function; research appears to support that notion. It…
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How to Break in a Composite Softball Bat
Overview Composite softball bats are designed to hit the ball harder and further. Although similar to a traditional bat, composite bats take much longer to break in—and using one in a game situation can damage the bat if it hasn’t…
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How to help your Child welcome a new Sibling
The birth of a new brother or sister can be a bewildering proposition for your older children to come to terms with.The established child will suddenly be greeted by a new rival vying for the affections of mum and dad,…
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How to help your Child welcome a new Sibling
Full term pregnancy can seem like an eternity especially to a child waiting for a baby sister or brother to come to full term. When deciding to tell your child that he is going to be a big brother wait…
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How to Find Free Credit Scores
Overview A credit score calculates your financial and lending history. Scores are based, in part, on outstanding debt and whether you pay your bills on time. You can access free tools to determine your score, and getting your credit report…
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How to Get Rid of Hyperpigmentation
October 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Hyperpigmentation is both harmless and common, says the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology (AOCD). Generally speaking, hyperpigmentation occurs when parts of your skin turn darker due to excessive amounts of melanin (the pigment that gives your skin its hue)…
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How to help your Child welcome a new Sibling
Having a baby brother or sister come into the home, and seemingly divide the love and attention that once was theirs alone, can be a very traumatic experience for a child, especially a firstborn. It is very important that they…
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How to Bring an End to Sibling Rivalry
Sibling rivalry can prove to be toxic to the whole family. Parents in particular are often caught in the middle and find it challenging to effectively mediate between the two sides. There are a wide range of methods that you…
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How to Build Muscle & Burn Fat With Cardio
Overview Cardiovascular exercise such as running, jogging, walking, biking and group fitness classes are an excellent way to lose fat but often can give you a very lean look. To keep your muscle tone or build muscle with cardio, chose…
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Laser or Light Therapy for Acne
Overview About nine in every 10 teenagers will get pimples, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). Acne is the most common skin disease in the United States, affecting up to 50 million teens and adults every year, the…
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Exercise Equipment for the Stomach
The stomach muscles are commonly worked with nothing but the weight of the body. As long as you execute proper form, you can be successful with this approach. If you want to venture out of conventional routines, however, multiple pieces…
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Herbal Liver Treatments
The liver has many important functions in the body including bile production, blood filtering and nutrient storage. When the liver is damaged, these functions are impaired and symptoms such as fatigue and jaundice can result. Damage to the liver can…
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How to Relieve Acne
October 20, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Acne is a dermatological condition comprised of painful areas of irritation on the skin. These areas range from whiteheads to pimples and cysts. Acne is caused by an over production of sebum or oil, irregular shedding of skin and…
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