The thyroid is a small gland located in the lower part of the neck that secrets hormones, mainly triiodothyronine, or T3; and thyroxine, or T4. When the thyroid malfunctions, hormone levels, metabolism, energy and weight can fluctuate.
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Nature's Bounty herbs and other all-natural dietary supplements typically give the impression of being natural and safe.
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Colloidal silver is an all-natural, safe and inexpensive solution for the treatment of skin rashes. It acts as a local antibiotic and also a powerful anti-inflammatory agent.
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Colonic hydrotherapy is a holistic health treatment meant to clean out your colon. While it is often performed for this purpose, other people might pursue colonic hydrotherapy in an effort to lose weight.
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Here it comes again -- that tingling feeling in your lip signaling the beginning of yet another cold sore. Unfortunately, there is no quick cure and once a cold sore begins, it usually has to run its course.
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Magnesium pills are a type of nutritional supplement used to increase magnesium levels in people who do not have enough of this substance in their bodies. Foods rich in magnesium include nuts, whole grains, tofu and green leafy vegetables.
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Epsom salt is the common name for the compound magnesium sulfate, or magnesium sulfate heptahydrate. According to SaltWorks, Epsom salts were first discovered and named after the town of Epsom, England in the early 1800s.
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Psoriasis is a skin condition that's characterized by thick, scaly patches that are often itchy and/or painful, as well as unsightly. This is of particular concern to sufferers with psoriasis outbreaks on the face, as it may make them shy away from daily activities with friends or family.
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While the number of people newly diagnosed with HIV infection in the world has fallen by about a third since 2000, HIV remains a significant health problem. According to the United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS, there were almost 37 million people around the world living with HIV/AIDS in 2014.
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Amenorrhea can be a scary experience for some women and welcomed by others. This is a normal event that happens in a woman's life due to pregnancy or menopause. At times in the menstrual cycle, women may experience cycles of amenorrhea.
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Swelling caused by a toothache often leads to swelling of the gums around the tooth. There are plenty of home remedies to reduce the swelling. It's a good idea, though, to see a dentist. While a home remedy can alleviate the swelling, it doesn't treat the cause.
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The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists have developed guidelines of what is considered a normal fetal heart rate and an abnormal fetal heart rate. Fetal heart rate is often referred to as FHR. Your doctor will monitor your baby’s FHR for sudden changes or serious conditions.
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Dizziness is a symptom of many conditions. It can cause feelings of light-headedness, weakness and unsteadiness. Some people may feel as if the room is spinning. MayoClinic.
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An infection involves the colonization of tissues in the body by bacteria, viruses or fungi. During the infection process, the infectious agent enters the body, identifies cells containing specific factors that facilitate infection, and then colonizes cells or tissues, leading to disease.
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The 26 bones, 33 joints and 100-plus ligaments, tendons and muscles in your feet take a beating over the years. Some of the most common foot disorders you may suffer at some point are calluses, corns and foot pain.
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Understanding the causes of frequent urination in men, including enlarged prostate, urinary tract infections, and diabetes. Learn about symptoms, treatment options, and prevention methods.
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Tiger Balm is a staple in locker rooms, sports schools, and home medicine chests around the world. Originally designed as a topical analgesic for muscles and joints, it has found other uses as well. Today, it is used as a remedy for itching, sprains, congestion from allergies, and headaches.
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Several herbs can affect your brain’s neurotransmitters, which are brain chemicals. An imbalance in these chemicals plays a direct role in depression because they are linked to mood, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Other neurotransmitters affect your ability to make memories and think.
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The junction where two bones meet is a joint, also known as a bony articulation. With more than 200 bones in the human body, there are several different types of joints that give the body both mobility and stability. Joints are divided into three groups: freely movable, slightly movable, and immovable.
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The pupil is the central opening in the iris, the colored part of the eye. Pupil size modulates the amount of light entering the eye. In lighted conditions, the pupil opening is normally relatively small. Pupil-dilating drops temporarily override normal control of the pupil size, causing it to open widely.
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