The colon is an organ in your digestive system that holds waste product until you have a bowel movement. While a healthy colon causes few, if any, notable symptoms during digestion, an inflamed, diseased or damaged colon can stimulate pain. Certain foods and eating habits may be particularly problematic.
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High blood pressure increases your risk for heart attack, stroke and cardiovascular disease. Blood pressure management is critical if you have diabetes since it also increases your risk for diabetes complications.
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Indian cuisine is known for its aromatic rice, spicy curry dishes and grilled breads. While many Indian foods are nutritious and low in cholesterol, others are not. By applying the same healthy-eating guidelines you'd use for American cuisine, you can enjoy tasty Indian dishes without compromising your wellness goals.
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Dizziness, or feeling unbalanced or lightheaded, and nausea, the feeling that precedes vomiting, are symptoms of numerous of conditions. In some cases, dizziness and nausea are brief, mild and temporary symptoms, caused by riding on a roller coaster or consuming small amounts of harmful bacteria.
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Tendinitis involves painful inflammation of a tendon and its ligaments, commonly in the shoulder, elbow, wrist, ankle or hip area. Tendinitis may result from repetitive movements or appear suddenly, a condition known as acute tendinitis.
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Psoriasis is a chronic condition that causes dry, scaly, reddish areas on your skin. While it can affect numerous body parts, the scalp is a common trouble area. Psoriasis affects more than 6 million Americans, 5 percent of whom also develop psoriatic arthritis, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.
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Clenbuterol is a drug designed for use as an antihistamine in veterinary medicine. In humans, it provides stimulant effects similar to amphetamines, such as increased heart rate, body temperature and blood pressure. According to the U.S.
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Strep throat is a bacterial infection that causes a sore throat and flu-like symptoms, such as fever, chills and aches. Strep is most prevalent in children ages 5 to 15, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. It can also affect adults.
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Fatigue (bodily or emotional weakness) and lack of energy typically go hand in hand. Though both symptoms are common and often mild, persistent or extreme cases may indicate a serious underlying condition, such as depression, testosterone deficiency or a sleep disorder.
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Your esophagus is the tube that connects your throat and stomach. It plays an important role in digestion, by allowing food to pass into your digestive organs.
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Tendinitis is a condition that involves painful inflammation of tendons and surrounding ligaments in the knee, elbow, wrist, hip or ankle. It can be caused by overuse of particular joints, undertraining or poor form during athletic activity, falling, lifting heavy objects or trauma.
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High blood sugar, also known as hyperglycemia, occurs when the body has too little insulin, or cannot use it properly. Common causes of high blood sugar include overeating, under-exercising and emotional stress.
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Urinary tract infections are the second most common type of infection, according to the National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse, accounting for roughly 8.3 million doctor visits every year. They develop when bacteria clings to your urethra -- the tube that carries urine out of your body.
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Diagnosis of a corn allergy means that your body cannot tolerate foods that contain any amount of corn. Since corn is found in countless foods and ingredients, managing the allergy can be a challenge.
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The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck. Although small in size, it plays a significant role in your wellness by producing hormones that help regulate your metabolism, energy level, mood and body temperature.
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That uncomfortable swollen sensation in your abdomen known as bloating is one of the most common symptoms of intestinal gas, according to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse.
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The term upset stomach describes symptoms of gastroenteritis, or inflammation of your stomach or intestines.
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Heavy menstrual bleeding, or menorrhagia, refers to excessive uterine bleeding that causes long, heavy menstrual flow. In severe cases, menorrhagia interferes with your ability to function normally.
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Your inner ear makes impulses that are sent to your brain where they are recognized as sound. These impulses also control your sense of balance. Conditions that can disrupt these functions include ear infections -- the most common illness among children according to the U.S.
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Gout is the most common inflammatory disease among men and affects women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Symptoms can appear in flare-ups called gout "attacks" or they can become chronic. In addition to medical treatment, when needed, an appropriate diet can help you manage your symptoms.
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