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Health and Food

15 August 2016

The health is not only about diet and weight. Good health ranges clear from weight, brain function, high blood pressure, heart disease, cancer, and other diseases. There are foods that are not beneficial to a person”s health due to the digestion process and the amount of energy it takes to digest the foods. Healthy foods […]

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The Role of Science in Health

15 August 2016

Science is defined as a body of knowledge based on keen observation, experimentation and intelligent guess or hypothesis. It tends to look for every logical, rational and scientific explanation behind any phenomenon. Science is a broad knowledge, divided into branches, which are then further categorized into specific fields of study. Some branches of science include […]

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The Smell Of Death – The Shocking Truth

03 October 2013

It is true that you experience a distinct smell of death when the final moment arrives for your dear or near ones. This is one of the unique ways the body prepares itself for the final days of life. This death smell is a distinctive odor and the person at the verge of death usually […]

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Grieving process after someone close died

01 October 2013

The death of some one we love, a family member or a close friend is an experienced we have to face sometimes. The process of learning to survive the loss and sadness is a normal process which usually takes some times. The following are the grieving process which normally takes place when a person loss […]

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Fighting Cancer with a High Protein Diet

29 August 2013

Receiving a diagnosis of cancer is devastating for anyone and for their family too. Sadly, the diagnosis is usually the just the start of a prolonged battle that takes every ounce of determination to overcome the associated effects of the cancer treatment itself. Cancer patients receiving conventional therapies can expect to undergo a combination of […]

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The Aging Process

18 August 2016

As people age, their bodies experience a wealth of physical and psychological changes. In fact, the aging process is so complex that there is a field of science called gerontology that is devoted entirely to the study of aging. In particular, gerontologists examine the relationship between chronological aging, anatomical aging, and psychological aging, as well […]

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Breath Test For Helicobacter Pylori

18 August 2016

Helicobacter Pylori is a type of bacteria that resides in the stomach and small intestine. It is responsible for a vast array of symptoms in the human body. The main symptoms can be found in the digestive system. H pylori causes nausea, particularly in the mornings. This bacteria has often been mistaken for morning sickness […]

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My Body My Temple

15 August 2016

You will only ever have one body, so it’s important to treat your body with utmost care. Making sure that you get the most out of your body requires the proper use of the best fitness equipment on the market. Purchasing gym equipment for your own use is a good way to make sure that […]

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Cardiac Science

15 August 2016

A defibrillator is a lifesaving machine that should be installed in every building with more than two people in it. By saving lives, these medical devices are more than worth their initial investment cost. They were once only available to medical professionals, but today, the public is able to choose from a variety of brands […]

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Mental Wellness

15 August 2016

Mental wellness refers to a general, overall feeling of being well. Most people automatically assume this means physical wellness, but this can also be in reference to mental wellness. Your mental state and health are extremely important, because being unhealthy mentally can affect your physical well-being. Try to deal with stress, conflict or other issues that […]

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Supplements and Your Immune System

15 August 2016

Many of the best supplements that provide support and maintenance for a healthy immune system are vitamins and minerals that can be obtained through natural food sources. However, those on restricted diets may need the extra benefit of taking supplements. Herbal immune system boosters may also be beneficial to those who need an added boost […]

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Work Related Stress

15 August 2016

The current difficult economic environment has increased the leaves of work related stress and started to become a real health threat. Many people find it hard to cope with the stress in their workplace. No matter what occupation the individual may have, work related stress can lead to depression and in some cases aggressively. Instead […]

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Be at Your Best even on the Verge of Death

25 November 2014

Even the thought of death sends the shivering sensation through one’s nerves, but the truth can’t be denied for those who are already aware of the approaching cold hands due to some illness or old age. However, at this time also, one should be best prepared to resolve all kinds of emotional turbulences, physical problems, […]

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Facing Reality Can Help A Patient Manage Illness

02 October 2013

Many patients suffer physically and emotionally once the doctor breaks the news of a deadly disease infection. In most instances the suffering is not as a result of the disease but depression. Facing reality once diagnosed with a deadly disease will help a patient respond positively to treatment, accept the new condition and have peace […]

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High Protein High Energy Food

29 August 2013

Sometimes you are unable to eat enough due to poor appetite and nausea caused by chemotherapy or radiation. But to keep fighting sickness it’s important to take daily foods from all of the food groups. eat more often smaller portions

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Barrett’s Esophagus / Symptoms / Causes / Risk Factors / Complications

30 November 2012

Barrett’s esophagus is a condition in which the cells of your lower esophagus become damaged, usually from repeated exposure to stomach acid. The damage causes changes to the color and composition of the esophagus cells. Barrett’s esophagus is most often diagnosed in people who have long-term gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) — a chronic regurgitation of […]

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Lifestyle changes are designed to control the gastroesophageal reflux disease

13 November 2012

Barrett’s Esophagus The gastroenterology program at Loyola University Health System (Loyola) treats Barrett’s esophagus, a condition that can be a precursor to an increasingly common type of esophageal cancer. Loyola’s gastroenterology specialists have been involved in research into the causes of and treatments for this condition. Their research has resulted in a range of treatment […]

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Survival for esophageal cancer patients

12 November 2012

Study Source: USNews Patients with esophageal cancer who receive chemotherapy and radiation before surgery have better outcomes, Dutch researchers report. The researchers found patients who received chemotherapy before surgery lived an average of four years, while those who went straight to surgery lived an average of two years. More patients in the chemotherapy group had a […]

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Symptoms, investigations and management

12 November 2012

Symptoms, investigations and management of patients with cancer of the oesophagus and gastro-oesophageal junction in Australia Objective: To document presenting symptoms, investigations and management for Australian patients with oesophageal adenocarcinoma (OAC), gastro-oesophageal junction adenocarcinoma (GOJAC) and oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). Design, setting and participants: Cross-sectional study of a population-based sample of 1100 Australian patients aged 18–79 years with […]

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“A diagnosis of cancer may be the most difficult challenge, you or your loved ones will ever face. That is why it is important to find help and try to maintain your sense of hope no matter what your situation. Your team of health care professionals is knowledgeable about the many different aspects of cancer: medical, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual.” (Princess Alexandra Hospital)