Triglycerides are the most common form of fat in the body. Hypothyroidism is a disease in which your thyroid gland produces too few hormones. Having hypothyroidism increases your risk for unhealthy cholesterol levels, according to "The New York Times" Health Guide, including high LDL, or "bad"
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Nearly 177 million babies and children around the world are malnourished and, as a result, face serious complications and even death, according to The Child Welfare League of America. One in ten households in the United States experiences hunger or risks going hungry.
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The pituitary gland plays an important role in regulating your sexuality and fertility. It synthesizes and releases a broad range of hormones that communicate signals from your brain to your body. Disease and time can break down this communication, according to a July 2008 review in "Aging Research Review."
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You rely on your knees to support your movements during a workout. When you experience pain after exercising, you may be concerned that an underlying condition exists.
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Taking too many laxatives can put your health at risk. If you're taking excess laxatives for any reason, including chronic constipation or in misguided efforts to purge, cleanse your body or lose weight, serious complications are possible.
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A healthy diabetic diet can include any food in moderation, as long as it allows you to keep your blood sugar levels within target. However, "moderation" may be difficult to apply to some foods because of their very high carbohydrate content. Some foods also seem to trigger cravings or promote overeating.
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Zipfizz is an energy supplement manufactured by the Zipfizz Corporation in Mill Creek, Washington. Each tube contains 10 calories, 2 g of net carbohydrates and 0 g of sugar. The company claims Zipfizz is a healthy alternative to other energy drinks that contain high levels of sugar and caffeine.
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While meat-loving foodies may swoon for steak tartare or yukhoe, eating raw beef dishes like these or even rare cooked beef can potentially make you very sick. Food poisoning can occur if the raw or undercooked beef is contaminated with a disease-causing organism.
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Facial flushing is an alarming symptom that may worry you, but with an evaluation from your health-care professional, a diagnosis can alleviate your concern. Most cases of facial flushing from eating are related to food intolerances or a food allergy.
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ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is a term used to describe various combinations of symptoms related to impulsive behavior, inattention and hyperactive behavior. These symptoms typically manifest in childhood and may continue into adulthood.
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Dried figs have a moderate ranking on the glycemic index, or GI. If you’re planning meals and snacks based on the GI value of the foods you eat, you can eat dried figs without experiencing a rapid, marked increase in your blood sugar.
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Low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, can trigger symptoms in people such as dizziness and fainting. In addition, a low blood pressure may mean that your brain and organs are not receiving sufficient amounts of nutrients and oxygen.
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You can often tell a cold sore is forming by a tingling feeling on the lip. A cold sore, or fever blister, is a cluster of tiny fluid-filled blisters. Caused by the herpes simplex 1 virus, a cold sore can be a painful nuisance with no cure.
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Different areas of the breast can become irritated or inflamed, leading to red bumps over the area. However, sometimes normal anatomy and skin changes can cause the same features. It's good to understand when red bumps on the breast are worrisome and when they are not.
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Tendonitis is a condition marked by swelling tendons, which are connective tissues that attach muscles to bones. Finger tendonitis is characterized by pain and swelling in the finger tendons.
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A Morton's neuroma is a mass that normally occurs between the third and fourth toes at the ball of the foot. The tissue in this area creates pressure on the nerves, which can be extremely painful. Proper support of the arch can help to alleviate this problem, as well as exercises that can reduce stress.
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Numbness is a symptom associated with a plethora of diseases and disorders. Transient numbness not accompanied by pain or changes in skin color may be a normal response to cold temperatures or other benign conditions. Persistent or recurrent numbness, however, always requires medical attention.
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The liver performs many vital functions in the body including detoxification, metabolization of nutrients and creation of blood-clotting factors.
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The best walking shoe for someone who needs arch support is, like all walking shoes, one that is comfortable and fits properly, so be sure that any walking shoe you try on provides stability, is flexible in the mid-sole, and fits the length and width of both of your feet.
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Propranolol is a medication in a class of drugs known as beta blockers. Beta blockers work by decreasing the contractility of the heart and dilating the blood vessels. Propranolol is used to treat tremors, angina, high blood pressure, heart rhythm disorders and other heart or circulatory conditions.
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