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Calcium Supplements Reduce Fractures

Calcium Supplements

Although there have been many times in question, calcium supplementation with or without vitamin D appear to be effective in halting the osteoporosis and, therefore, the prevention of fractures, according to results of a review of numerous investigations.
Lack of calcium and vitamin D are two important factors in the loss of bone health. Although many studies have investigated the effect of supplementation with these substances on the risk of fractures, the results are contradictory.
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Buttocks Surgery

Buttocks Surgery

Surgery is one of the body most often requested by women aged between 20 and 35 years and increasing interest in women and older men. Now you may have dreamed that queue in minutes.
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Caesarean Sections| When Really Necessary?

Caesarean Sections

Cesarean delivery is becoming a common resource, but, although sometimes mentioned for reasons of safety for the health of the mother or baby, in two out of five cases the reasons are not well defined.
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Abuse of Protein in the Infant Diet

Abuse of Protein in the Infant Diet

Eating too much protein can cause serious health problems, especially for its association with multiple nutrients from meat and other foods for which they wrongly tends to abuse.
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Summer Hydration

Summer Hydration

The sea, chlorine, sand, wind and sun are the enemies that attack the beauty and health of our hair and our skin. We offer the best advice and key specialists to care for and enjoy the summer safely with the protection of water.
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Available Vaccine to Prevent Cervical Cancer

Vaccine to Prevent Cervical Cancer

The first vaccine to prevent cervical cancer and other genital diseases caused by human papilloma virus, will be available in pharmacies from tomorrow at a price of 464.58 euros for the three doses required.
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Back Pain

Back Pain

Patients with lumbago ask x-rays, some doctors opt for physical therapy and others, schools back. Although back pain is one of the most common problems are many uncertainties about what are the best tools to diagnose and treat.
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Pharmacy Owners Ask About Antibiotics Campaign

Pharmacy Owners Ask About Antibiotics Campaign

The agreement on limitation secretarial and sale of antibiotics will be insufficient to avoid self-medication if not accompanied by an information campaign to warn people about the health risk by the indiscriminate use of these substances, said Antonio Pascual Feria, president National Association of Pharmacies of Mexico (Anafarmex).
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Types and Causes of Sinusitis

Types and Causes of Sinusitis

There are two types of sinusitis: acute sinusitis, which is commonly caused by a bacterial infection and usually develops as a complication five to ten days after the first symptoms of a viral respiratory infection like the common cold, chronic sinusitis and can also be caused by viral infection, but is more often a chronic inflammatory disorder similar to bronchial asthma.

While colds are most common cause of acute sinusitis, those with allergies may also be predisposed to sinusitis. Allergies can trigger inflammation of the sinuses and nasal mucous linings. This inflammation prevents the sinus cavities are cleaned of bacteria, increasing their chances of developing secondary bacterial sinusitis. If you have allergies, your doctor may prescribe appropriate medications to control their symptoms, thereby reducing the risk of developing an infection. People with sinus problems and allergies should avoid environmental irritants such as smoke snuff and strong chemical odors, which can increase the symptoms.

The structural problems of the nose, such as narrow passages, tumors or polyps or a deviated nasal septum (wall between the left and right sides of the nose), may also cause sinusitis. Sometimes it requires surgery to correct these problems. Many patients with recurrent or chronic sinusitis have more than one factor that predisposes to infection. Therefore, attacking only one of the factors may not be enough.

Sinusitis

Sinusitis

Sinusitis is an acute or chronic inflammation of the sinuses (cavities within the cheek bones found around the eyes and behind the nose). The main functions of these sinuses are warm, moisten and filter the air in the nasal cavity. They also play an important role in our ability to vocalize certain sounds.

Sinusitis, which is common in winter months, can last for months or years if not treated properly. Sinusitis can affect the nose, eyes or middle ear, and may be manifested by a runny nose, thick, color, post-nasal drip of bad taste, cough, head congestion and an accompanying headache. The symptoms may include stuffy nose, a feeling of facial swelling, toothache, constant tiredness and, occasionally, fever.

Diabetic Patient’s Diet

Diabetic Patient's Diet

Diet is a vital component of the program to control diabetes. The group of professionals who follow their diabetes, they will guide you in developing a personalized meal plan to help you get appropriate levels of glucose, cholesterol and triglycerides (types of fat) in the blood. If you have diabetes mellitus (type 2), stick to your eating plan will help you maintain a correct weight and make a balance between food and insulin that your body is capable of producing. If you have insulin-dependent diabetes (type 1) is very important to stick to your eating plan to ensure a balance between insulin injection and food intake.

The Diet of a Diabetic Patient
The ideal diet is a balanced diet that meets their needs, tastes, physical activity level and lifestyle. The times, types and amount of food will be planned and adjusted especially for you. It is appropriate to try to
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Diabetes Mellitus and Pregnancy

Diabetes Mellitus

During normal pregnancy metabolic adaptations occur, aimed at correcting the imbalance that occurs when you need a higher nutritional content to the fetus. One of these imbalances is that the body needs a greater amount of insulin to require a greater use of glucose.

A proof of this change is experienced by all pregnant women, who usually notice the morning the unpleasant symptoms of hypoglycemia: nausea, drowsiness, tiredness, weakness, etc.
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