Nutritional health is achieved through the therapeutic use of whole foods, safe culinary preparation, and understanding the metabolic impacts of specific dietary frameworks and ingredients.
The Merck Manual characterizes a high sodium level, or hypernatremia, as too much sodium in the body in relation to the amount of water. Sodium is found in the blood and the fluid around the cells and is regulated by the kidneys. Sodium may increase to a high level when the amount of water excreted is excessive.
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You may require treatment with a medication called isoniazid, or INH, if you are diagnosed with tuberculosis. Isoniazid can treat active TB or prevent it after exposure to the bacteria. Some foods may cause adverse reactions while taking isoniazid and may decrease concentrations of the medication in the blood.
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Gelatin is a natural protein derived from the processing of animal collagen. Contrary to popular belief, gelatin is not rendered from the feet or horns of animals, which are made of keratin, the same material as your fingernails or hair. Rather, gelatin is obtained from cattle hide and bones and pig skins.
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The herpes viruses are the leading cause of human viral disease, after cold and flu viruses. Herpes simplex 1 and 2 cause cold sores and genital herpes, while the Varicella Zoster strain causes chicken pox in children and shingles in adults. Infectious mononucleosis is caused by the Epstein Barr herpes virus.
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Vitamins and minerals are organic and inorganic nutrients that are crucial to appropriate nutrition and normal body function. Your body does not make most nutrients and requires consumption in your daily diet.
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