Crab meat and other shellfish were once considered taboo if you were watching your cholesterol. Fortunately, that is no longer the case. Crabs, like all sources of meat, contain cholesterol. However, as long as you don’t overindulge, they can be a healthy option.
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If you have diabetes or are prediabetic, your doctor has probably advised you to watch your sugar and simple carbohydrate intake. Eliminating soft drinks and juice is a simple way to reduce both of these from your diet. Unsweetened tea can be a satisfying option because it doesn't contain any sugar or carbohydrates.
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Thrombocytopenia, the medical term for a low blood platelet count, occurs when blood platelets die faster than they’re reproduced. According to the Mayo Clinic, a healthy count ranges between 150,000 and 450,000 platelets for every microliter of circulating blood. A low platelet count occurs for several reasons.
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Dark or dry skin around the eyes is a common concern for adults. Dark skin--often accompanied by puffiness--is typically only a cosmetic problem. Dry skin is usually a cosmetic problem as well, but it can also be a sign of a more severe skin condition, such as eczema.
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Cholestasis is a liver condition that occurs only during pregnancy. The American Pregnancy Association notes that it is most common during the third trimester, and that it typically goes away within a few days after the mother gives birth. The most common symptom is severe itching, which can be extremely uncomfortable.
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Newborn babies often have irregular sleep and breathing patterns that distress their parents. In most cases, grunts and other noises are harmless. However, they can indicate a more serious condition. It’s important to know the causes and signs so you can alert your pediatrician.
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There are several different types of vegetarian diets. Some vegetarians only consume foods from plants. Others consume plant foods, dairy products and eggs. Because vegetarian diets avoid meat, they tend to be lower in saturated fat than non-vegetarian diets.
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Fulvic acid is an antioxidant that occurs naturally in certain soils, plants and plant-based foods. According to the "Fulvic Acid Report"
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