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21st September 2009
B vitamins play a crucial part in your optimal health and well-being. There are many different types of B vitamins – eight to be exact - and each one plays a significant role in the high-level functioning of your body. Many people choose to take a B-c... Read >
Author: Megan Hazel19th September 2009
The word 'vitamin' has its root in 'vitamine' that means vital amine. Vitamins are powerful organic compounds found mainly in the food that we eat. Vitamins are essential for all human beings because they help cells and tissues to perform basic functions.... Read >
Author: wbdoyle19th September 2009
Vitamin B12 is probably the best known among the B complex vitamins because many people take B12 injections as a treatment for severe pernicious anemia. People who exhibit signs of weakness may be diagnosed with a B12 deficiency and a simple regimen of in... Read >
Author: wbdoyle18th September 2009
One of the most overlooked supplements on the market is Vitamin B12.Your body needs this vitamin, in combination with other B vitamins, to maintain a healthy nervous system, maintain energy levels and production of good DNA. All very important processes t... Read >
Author: wbdoyle02nd July 2009
The largest and most complex of all the vitamins, Vitamin B12 is considered unique among all vitamins since it the only one that contains a metal ion, called cobalt. Because of this, compounds that have B12 activity are sometimes called cobalamin.
The ... Read >
Author: Antwan Richardson22nd June 2009
Despite multiple researches on the importance of nutritional supplements on health, some people still raise question “it is necessary to take nutritional supplements to balance my diet?” The answer is direct and simple, yes; along with your diet, you ... Read >
Author: Raphaelo27th March 2009
Jaundice is the result of a buildup of bilirubin in the blood. This buildup causes a yellowing of the skin and eyes. Bilrubin is a yellow-brown substance that results when old red blood cells break down. If this waste product is not removed from the bl... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer27th March 2009
The Solgar Company which deals with vitamin supplements was established back in the year 1947 and it has been offering various supplements of vitamins, herbs and mineral which help people get well. Solgar now offers a variety of vitamin Supplements. These... Read >
Author: Trafficshahira23rd January 2009
The immune system of our body is a collection of cells, tissues and molecules which work together to protect the body against any attack from foreign bodies like bacteria, viruses, fungi etc. Autoimmune disease occurs when the body’s immune system fails... Read >
Author: James S Pendergraft09th January 2009
There are more than 5 million people in the United States today who have Alzheimer's disease. In the over-65 population, 1 in 8 people has the disease. For those over 85, roughly 50% have Alzheimer's or some degree of dementia. And it’s estimated that 5... Read >
Author: Susan Nickerson25th November 2008
Vitamin B12 is an essential water soluble vitamin that is commonly found in a variety of foods such as fish, shellfish, meats, and dairy products. Vitamin B12 is frequently used in combination with other B vitamins in a vitamin B complex formulation. It h... Read >
Author: Alina25th November 2008
Vitamin B12 is an essential water soluble vitamin that is commonly found in a variety of foods such as fish, shellfish, meats, and dairy products. Vitamin B12 is frequently used in combination with other B vitamins in a vitamin B complex formulation. It h... Read >
Author: Alina12th November 2008
Gastritis, a condition that involves the irritation and inflammation of the stomach, afflicts millions of people. Any number of things causes it, from injury to bacteria. In that respect, it is akin to a headache: It can strike anyone, and it can be cause... Read >
Author: Peter rodrick17th October 2008
Megaloblastic (Pernicious) anemia is a type of anemia characterized by very large red blood cells. It is frequently due to lack of vitamin B12 and/or folic acid. Mild B-12 deficiency is common in older persons, most often resulting from achlorhydria. The... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen29th September 2008
Vitiligo is a chronic skin condition that supports loss of coloring, resulting in uneven pale patches of skin. Research states that it is a detailed type of leukoderma manifested characteristically by dipegmentation of epidermis. Clinically, it is disting... Read >
Author: Maria09th September 2008
Gastritis means inflamation of the stomach. Gastritis can be caused by drinking extra alcohol, prolonged utilizes of no steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin or ibuprofen, or infection with bacteria such as Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). Som... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen08th September 2008
Vitiligo is a chronic skin condition that supports loss of coloring, resulting in uneven pale patches of skin. Research states that it is a detailed type of leukoderma manifested characteristically by dipegmentation of epidermis. Clinically, it is disting... Read >
Author: Maria05th September 2008
Definition :
Leucoderma is presence of the whitish or depigmented patches on an otherwise normal skin. It is actually a cosmetic problem and, generally, does not affect any internal organic functions or metabolism.
Leucoderma is in fact a rare skin di... Read >
Author: jainish21st July 2008
Gastritis is not a single disease, but several different conditions that all have inflammation of the stomach lining. Gastritis can be caused by drinking too much alcohol, prolonged use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin or i... Read >
Author: peterhutch10th June 2008
Who is at risk for getting autoimmune diseases? There are more than 80 types of autoimmune diseases. New treatments for autoimmune diseases are being studied all the time and can affect many parts of the body. Women tend to be affected more often by ... Read >
Author: Chuck Arnone06th June 2008
Anemia has a complicated technical definition, but in simple terms it means that a person's blood contains a lower than normal amount of red blood cells or other elements that help transport oxygen throughout the body. Often caused by a lack of iron, anem... Read >
Author: peterhutch06th June 2008
Anemia occurs when blood does not have enough red blood cells or when the blood does not have enough hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the oxygen-carrying pigment found in red blood cells. Anemia can be life-threatening.
There are many types of anemia. All are... Read >
Author: peterhutch21st May 2008
Gastritis is not a single disease, but several different conditions that all have inflammation of the stomach lining. Gastritis can be caused by drinking too much alcohol, prolonged use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin or i... Read >
Author: peterhutch14th May 2008
Gastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining. While the lining of the stomach is quite strong and can withstand strong acid, drinking too much alcohol, eating spicy foods, or smoking can cause the lining to become inflamed and irritated. Gastritis i... Read >
Author: Corwin Brown13th April 2008
B complex, once thought to be a single vitamin, is now classified as 12 related water-soluble compounds. Four can be synthesized by the body and include inositol, PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid), choline and lipoic acid. The remaining eight are not made in ... Read >
Author: Vitacost.com, Inc.02nd April 2008
Graves disease is an autoimmune disorder that involves overactivity of the thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism). It occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your thyroid gland and causes it to overproduce the hormone thyroxine. he other causes of thyr... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen11th February 2008
Gastritis is a common medical problem. Gastritis is characterized by inflammation of the lining of your stomach. Gastritis can be caused by many factors, including infection, injury, certain drugs, and disorders of the immune system. Certain diseases, suc... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen30th October 2007
So many people are complaining about being tired. It seems to be the malaise of our time. Do you find you just don't have the same get up and go as you used to? Somewhere along the way, you have come to rely more and more on caffeine to keep you going. N... Read >
Author: Ann Stewart08th October 2007
Diabetes is an ailment that afflicts increasing numbers of people every day. Many do not recognize that the loss or thinning of hair can be a symptom of the onset of diabetes. However, if detected early enough, diabetes is a manageable disease that need n... Read >
Author: Eric Menzies02nd September 2007
Hashimoto's disease is a disease characterized by the immune system attacking the thyroid gland. . A family history of thyroid disorders is common, with the HLADR5 gene most strongly implicated conferring a relative risk of 3 in the UK. The person may exp... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen24th August 2007
Vitamin B12 has a long history and a solid reputation as an energy booster, and it is among the most important of all the B-complex vitamins. Vitamin B12 deficiency may result negative in hematological, neurological, and gastrointestinal conditions. Gastr... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen12th July 2007
Alopecia simply means hair loss (baldness). Alopecia areata is a form of hair loss from areas of the body, usually from the scalp. Alopecia areata affects both males and females. Alopecia areata does not make you feel pain and does not make you feel sick.... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen07th June 2007
A deficiency of folic acid can lead to a type of anemia called, Pernicious Anemia. This anemia is characterized by having red blood cells that are impaired in their abilities to carry oxygen, which leads to a slow and chronic deprivation of oxygen to all... Read >
Author: vincent platania11th May 2007
We all on occasion have accidently forgot and taken the extra nutritional supplement in one day. Many on realizing this wonder should I call the doctor? It’s just a supplement, isn’t it? Usually its not harmful to take two or even a few vitamin sup... Read >
Author: vincent platania08th May 2007
Gastritis is a condition that occurs when the white blood cells move into the wall of stomach due to some injury or some other reason. It refers to mild irritation and inflammation and infection of the stomach lining. It is of two types: acute and chronic... Read >
Author: Alien10th April 2007
What is Gastritis ?
Gastritis or inflammation of the stomach is a troublesome condition which eventually gives rise to many life-threatening complications, if not treated in time.
Acute gastritis
Acute gastritis has a number of causes, including:... Read >
Author: Alien04th April 2007
A study published in BMC Psychiatry, an open access journal publishing original peer-reviewed research articles, found that taking vitamin B12 may be helpful in treating depression.
The research, completed by Kuopio University in Finland, monitored 11... Read >
Author: Tim Moore14th March 2007
Alopecia is the loss of hair from the scalp, face, body or all three. It can vary in appearance from tiny random bald patches to total baldness. Although the condition does not cause the sufferer any physical pain, it can be the source of deep emotional d... Read >
Author: Gary Heron13th March 2007
Losing your hair is one of the concerns shared by many of us in todays society, by males and females alike. And as losing your hair could be the result of a b12 vitamin deficiency, you should get your condition checked out by your doctor.
Whilst your ... Read >
Author: Krishan Bakhru05th January 2007
One of the most overlooked supplements on the market is vitamin B12. The pivotal function of vitamin B12 is to aid in the formation of red blood cells in the human body.
It has been shown to significantly reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. The... Read >
Author: Carol Stack07th December 2006
Anyone may suffer from vitamin B12 deficiencies. However, there are some categories of people who run a higher risk. In cases like this, vitamin B 12 supplement intake is recommended in order to stave off deficiencies.
Helicobacter pylori infections
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Author: Dean Brooks04th October 2006
New herbal and natural vaccine for anemiea
We are here to share the information on curing the anemia with the herbal supplements. This is for everyone who is suffering from anemia or who is interested to cure anemia for his self or for the loved ones w... Read >
Author: dr jack05th March 2006
Vitamin B12 is probably the best known among the B complex vitamins because many people take B12 injections as a treatment for severe pernicious anemia. People who exhibit signs of weakness may be diagnosed with a B12 deficiency and a simple regimen of in... Read >
Author: Bob Benson01st January 2006
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Vitamins are merely organic compounds that the body uses for essential functions. There are two categories of vitamins: water-soluble and fat-soluble. The body requires nine water-soluble vitamins. Many of the water solub... Read >
Author: Kristy Haugen04th November 2005
One of the most overlooked supplements on the market is Vitamin B12.Your body needs this vitamin, in combination with other B vitamins, to maintain a healthy nervous system, maintain energy levels and production of good DNA. All very important processes t... Read >
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