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The carbohydrates in honeydew, a type of melon, will elevate your blood sugar levels. As a general rule, any food or drink that contains more than 5 grams of carbohydrate per serving will affect your blood glucose. A serving of honeydew contains about 15 grams of carbohydrate.
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Fiber bars contain ingredients such as dried fruit, bran, granola, rolled wheat, seeds and psyllium fiber. These ingredients provide several health benefits, including improving satiety, keeping blood glucose stable and improving bowel movements.
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The human body maintains a consistent core temperature between 98 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit, and it requires certain nutrients, including water and magnesium, to maintain this healthy temperature. Dehydration can hinder the body’s ability to maintain a safe temperature.
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In men, the prostate is a gland the size and shape of a walnut that surrounds part of the urethra, and makes some of the fluid portion of semen. The prostate can enlarge and cause urinary problems in a non-cancerous condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH.
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Fibroid tumors are benign, or noncancerous, tumors that manifest in a women's uterus. The National Center for Biotechnology Information states that about 20 percent of women will develop uterine fibroids between the time they begin menstruation and the time they experience menopause.
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During pregnancy and breastfeeding, carefully consider everything you eat and drink due to potential side effects for the baby, including any herbs you may be taking. Herbs have acted as natural remedies for a variety of ailments for centuries, including during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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Melanin is a natural substance in the body that gives the iris of the eye, hair and skin its color. Skin cells called melanocytes produce melanin in the body. Melanin also acts as a kind of natural sunscreen to protect against harmful UV rays, however it cannot prevent sunburn all on its own.
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Food provides you with nutrients and vitamins that energize your body to get through your day. Unfortunately, some people find that they feel tired after eating a meal. This can be a sign of a medical condition or food allergy -- see your doctor if you experience fatigue after you eat.
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Muscular tension may reduce your quality of sleep or interfere with your sleep cycles. Relaxation techniques, changing your sleep position, massage and stretching may alleviate this type of tension.
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The human body encounters both good and bad bacteria daily. To microorganisms, the human body represents an attractive environment and source of nutrients. Bacteria that we call "good" helps us digest our food and protects us from bad bacteria that can make us sick or even kill us.
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Scoliosis is a physical defect in the spine that causes it to curve from side to side, making it appear like it forms an S- or C-shape rather than a straight line when a person is viewed from behind.
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Pumpkin ranks high on the glycemic index, or GI, which suggests that the carbohydrates in this nutrient-rich vegetable could cause a marked increase in your blood sugar.
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The human tongue is covered by small bumps called papillae which contain thousands of taste buds. The dozen-or-so papillae on the very back of the tongue, called the circumvallate papillae or vallate papillae, are larger than other papillae on the tongue and are arranged in a v-shape that points towards the throat.
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Sinus headaches are caused by inflammation in the sinus cavity from the common cold, environmental factors or allergies. Sinus headaches are a dull, deep pain in the forehead that is worse upon waking in the morning and progressively improves throughout the day, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.
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According to MedlinePlus, of the National Institutes of Health, sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness and tingling in the leg, specifically along the L5 or S1 nerve region. The L5 S1 nerve region describes the area from the lower back behind the buttocks and down the back of the leg.
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With a nickname like Condy's crystals and bright purple color, potassium permanganate sounds more like a confection than a highly caustic chemical used to treat infections. Potassium permanganate sells by prescription only.
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A bad cough and a sore throat are common symptoms that are found together. According to MedlinePlus, the cough reflex is initiated by throat irritation. Once someone begins coughing, the cough can further aggravate the throat, leading to a consistent cough.
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Ovarian cancer causes more deaths than any other gynecological cancer, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC. There is no reliable screening test for the disease, and the symptoms are easy to mistake for those of less serious diseases.
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Lymphedema is swelling, often in only one arm or leg, that occurs when fluid cannot circulate properly and builds up in the tissues instead of being flushed out of the body. It is commonly a side effect of cancer or its treatment.
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Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States, states the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS). Exercising your arthritic ankle will protect your joint health. Exercises will help keep your ankle joint lubricated, increase your blood circulation and improve your muscle functioning.
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