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Herbs Potato properties and traditional remedies

Potato properties and traditional remedies »

Simple yet versatile, the potato is the world’s number one vegetable crop and has long been used as a folk remedy. Potatoes are a good source of complex carbohydrates, which help maintain blood sugar levels...

March 9 2010 / No comment / Read More »
Apple properties and traditional remedies

Apple properties and traditional remedies »

Over the course of centuries, apple has acquired a reputation as a healthful fruit and remedy, thus confirming the old adage, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”. Stimulating the liver and kidneys, apples...

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Health

Ankylosing spondylitis: causes, symptoms diagnosis and treatment »

Ankylosing spondylitis: causes, symptoms diagnosis and treatment

Ankylosing spondylitis is an uncommon inflammatory disease affecting joints and vertebrae of the spine and dacroiliac jioints (the jioints between the spine and the...

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Urinary incontinence: types, symptoms and treatment »

Urinary incontinence: types, symptoms and treatment

Urinary incontinence is the involuntary passing of urine, often due to injury or disease of the urinary tract. Damage to or disorders of the...

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Gonorrhoea: causes, symptoms, complications, diagnosis and treatment »

Gonorrhoea: causes, symptoms, complications, diagnosis and treatment

Gonorrhoea is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections. Gonorrhoea is widespread throughout the world. GONORRHOEA CAUSES AND INCIDENCE Gonorrhoea, which is caused by the...

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Glaucoma: types, causes, symptoms and treatment »

Glaucoma: types, causes, symptoms and treatment

Glaucoma is a condition in which the intraocular pressure (fluid pressure inside the eyes) causes impaired vision. Aqueous humour (watery fluid) is secreted into...

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Drugs

NSAID analgesic drugs: Ibuprofen »

NSAID analgesic drugs: Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which, like other drugs in this group, reduces pain, stiffness, and inflammation. It is an effective treatment for the symptoms of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and gout. In the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, ibuprofen may be prescribed with slower-acting...

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NSAID analgesic drugs: Diclofenac »

NSAID analgesic drugs: Diclofenac

Taken as a single dose, diclofenac has analgesic properties similar to those of paracetamol. It is taken to relieve mild to moderate headache, menstrual pain, and pain following minor surgery. When given regularly over a long period, it has anti-inflammatory effect and is used to...

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NSAID analgesic drugs: Aspirin »

NSAID analgesic drugs: Aspirin

In use for over 80 years, aspirin relieves pain, reduces fever, and alleviates the symptoms of arthritis. In low doses, it helps to prevent blood clots, particularly in atherosclerosis or angina due to coronary artery disease, and it reduces the risk of heart attacks and...

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Sex

Male psychology and insecurity: penis size »

Male psychology and insecurity: penis sizeAll men are equal, but some are more equal than others… According to the respected sex therapist Dr Bernie Zilbergeld, the male penis comes in...

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Parenthood Responding to your baby’s cries

Responding to your baby’s cries

There’s considerable debate among psychologists about the best way to respond to a young baby who won’t sleep. Some claim that a sleepless baby should be picked up and cuddles until he’s relaxed...

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Hospitals and Clinics NHS: Great Ormond Street Hospital, a paediatric excellence in London

NHS: Great Ormond Street Hospital, a paediatric excellence in London

Great Ormond Street Hospital in London offers the widest range of paediatric services under one roof in Britain, and pioneers new treatments and drugs through its research body, the UCL Institute of...

Oct 12, 2009 / More »
Research Drug PBOX-15 “can kill leukaemia cells”

Drug PBOX-15 “can kill leukaemia cells”

Scientists claim a new drug has been developed which kills leukaemia cells. Researchers say the drug, PBOX-15, can destroy cancerous cells in adult patients with a poor prognosis who have shown resistance to...

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Food Fruit benefits in diet: peach

Fruit benefits in diet: peach

Ideal food for detoxification, peaches cleanse the digestive system, the kidneys and the bladder. Peaches (and nectarines) are deliciously sweet fruits with a deep cleansing effect. They are slightly diuretic and laxative, yet...

Mar 8, 2010 / More »
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