Amenorrhea is the clinical term for when a female misses one or more menstrual periods. Missing a period due to excessive physical activity is a form of secondary amenorrhea called exercise-induced amenorrhea.
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a medical condition caused when the lower esophageal sphincter, the opening between the stomach and the esophagus, doesn't close properly or opens when it shouldn't.
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A growing fetus depends on its mother's diet for all its nutritional needs. Having the best foods and drinks during pregnancy will reduce the risk of certain birth defects and increase the overall health of the baby. In general, pregnant women need about 300 extra calories per day.
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Plavix, or clopidogrel bisulfate, keeps platelets from clumping to form blood clots. Anti-platelet drugs work best when used with heart-healthy lifestyle changes such as regular exercise and a balanced diet, according to the American Heart Association.
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Hemoglobin is the protein on red blood cells that carries iron. Some chemotherapy drugs may affect your bone marrow, the site where red blood cells are made. This may result in anemia, which can cause you to feel weak, faint or short of breath, according to Chemocare.com.
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Body composition refers to the portion of your body that is fat versus muscle, bone and other fat-free tissue. Knowing your body fat percentage can be more useful in determining your health and fitness level than only knowing your total body weight or body mass index (BMI).
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The USDA's 2010 report, Dietary Guidelines for Americans, recommends increasing the amount of fruits and vegetables we eat each day. The report notes that it is particularly important to increase our consumption of dark green, red and orange vegetables.
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Vomiting may be caused by a serious illness or may occur as a side effect of a medical treatment or condition. Drinking a lot of water, or any other fluid, after vomiting may cause you to vomit more.
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