Low-carbohydrate diets can lead to weight loss, but they are not without risk. If you cut your carb intake too low or you eliminate certain food choices completely, you may find yourself struggling with muscle aches, pains or cramps. Tweaking your diet to address the reasons behind aching and cramping can help.
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Although you can control many factors that cause hypercholesterolemia, a lipid disorder marked by elevated levels of cholesterol and triglycerides, unmanageable risks include your age, sex and genetics.
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Food allergies or sensitivities to gluten, soy, dairy and egg are relatively common and can make meal planning a complicated endeavor. Reading the food labels and the ingredients list is crucial to avoid any traces of the foods you are trying to avoid.
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Licorice root – also known as Glycyrrhiza glabra – is a naturally sweet and moistening herb which has numerous benefits. Licorice also has known side effects with long-term use, and you should be aware of its side effects.
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Red bumps along the nape of the scalp are likely the result of folliculitis, an infection of the hair follicle. Most forms of folliculitis are caused by bacteria, namely Staphylococcus aureus, but you may also develop this skin condition from a virus or fungus.
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Rat poison contains a variety of ingredients that work together to kill rodents; however, these substances are also lethal to humans if ingested. The amount of time it takes for symptoms to appear depends upon the amount of rat poison ingested and the number of days it is ingested.
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A runny nose occurs when the membranes in the nasal passages become irritated and inflamed. The irritation causes an increase in mucus production that leads to the runny nose and nasal congestion. A fever, defined as a body temperature greater than 99.
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People can experience hair loss for numerous reasons including genetics, medications, medical conditions and poor nutrition. Some people that try to do something right for their bodies may actually being doing something bad for their hair if they overdo it with certain vitamins and minerals.
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Microcytic anemia is a type of iron deficiency, and the term "microcytic" means "small cells" and refers to the appearance of iron-deficient red blood cells. These cells cannot deliver oxygen to target tissues as efficiently as normal cells.
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Moles are common skin growths that occur when skin cells called melanocytes cluster together inside a covering of tissue. They frequently appear in childhood or adolescence, and are sometimes present at birth. Although typically harmless, in some cases, moles can develop into skin cancer or can harbor cancer cells.
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According to women’s health expert Christiane Northrup, M.D., estrogen dominance is defined as a syndrome caused by a hormonal imbalance leading to higher levels of estrogen relative to progesterone.
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African Americans have sensitive skin and may suffer from a wide variety of skin disorders. For some, applying skin care products or shaving can cause skin conditions to develop.
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Augmentin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It is comprised of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium. It is commonly used in toddlers and children for the treatment of otitis media (ear infections) and respiratory infections.
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Ritalin, the most popular formulation of the stimulant medication methylphenidate, is prescribed to treat conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, narcolepsy, obesity and lethargy or fatigue.
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A pulse oximeter measures the amount of hemoglobin saturated with oxygen. Oxygen saturation measured by pulse oximetry (SpO2) between 96 and 100 percent are considered normal, according to nursing instructor Kathy Lawrence, M.S.N. of the University of Texas Medical Branch.
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Vitamins can benefit your health greatly, especially when included as part of a daily diet. Some people may experience symptoms, such as headaches, by consuming too much of any one vitamin. When taken in high dosages, vitamins become toxic.
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According to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, 42 million Americans, or 15 percent of the population, have been afflicted with constipation, making it one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders.
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With the advent of probiotics sold as health supplements, it has become common to refer to bacteria in the intestinal tract as "good" bacteria or "bad" bacteria. The average person hosts around 100 trillion bacteria in the gut, according to the Harvard Medical School Family Health Guide. "Good"
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A sensation of fullness following a meal is a normal part of the digestive process. Signals from your gastrointestinal tract to your central nervous system serve as a means to ensure you consume enough calories to meet your energy needs, while simultaneously preventing overconsumption.
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Cirrhosis of the liver occurs when the liver becomes scarred and can't work properly. Over time, blood and bile flow becomes blocked. The liver helps get rid of, and neutralizes, toxins. It also produces proteins that affect blood clotting, as well as fat-soluble vitamins.
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