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  • Dietitians swear by these 5 midday snacks to stay healthy and avoid becoming ‘over-hungry’

    Dietitians swear by these 5 midday snacks to stay healthy and avoid becoming ‘over-hungry’

    Remembering to eat during a busy workday can be hard, whether you’re at home or in the office – unless you stash some snacks away in your desk. It’s more important than you think. Dietitians say snacks shouldn’t ever replace meals, but they’re often necessary to hold you over until you can step a...
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  • Nutritional supplements for children: what practitioners need to know

    Nutritional supplements for children: what practitioners need to know

     An estimated 57.6% of adults take at least one dietary supplement per month, up from 48.4% just a decade before. This is according to information collected during 2017-18 released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHS) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Fe...
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  • Pyronaridine-artesunate in the treatment of uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria

    Pyronaridine-artesunate in the treatment of uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria

     The aim of this Cochrane Review was to find out whether the antimalarial drug artesunate is effective and safe in treating simple cases of an important type of malaria (Plasmodium falciparum).We collected and analyzed all relevant studies to answer this question and found 10 studies.        Pyr...
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  • Trichloroacetyl chloride market to reach $8.8 billion by 2031 as chloramphenicol production surges

    Trichloroacetyl chloride market to reach $8.8 billion by 2031 as chloramphenicol production surges

     The latest report by Fact.MR provides an in-depth analysis of the global Trichloroacetyl chloride market from 2021 to 2031.The report further highlights key factors such as opportunities, drivers, and challenges affecting the growth of various segments of the global market, including purity, app...
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  • Folic acid and pregnancy

    Folic acid and pregnancy

    Vitamin B9, also called folic acid, is an essential vitamin for the proper functioning of our body throughout our lives. But, it is absolutely necessary for pregnant women as its role is essential for the development of the baby. Studies have even shown that it will increase the chances of gettin...
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  • Roller Microneedle Delivery of Lidocaine Cream Promotes Analgesic Effect

    Roller Microneedle Delivery of Lidocaine Cream Promotes Analgesic Effect

     Percutaneous delivery of compound lidocaine cream with roller microneedles can shorten the effective time of anesthesia and has a good analgesic effect without adverse reactions, according to findings from a study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology. The findings are based on an ana...
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  • Government lists paracetamol, anti-acne cream, laxatives over-the-counter; experts warn overdose can trigger severe allergies

    Government lists paracetamol, anti-acne cream, laxatives over-the-counter; experts warn overdose can trigger severe allergies

    The government plans to amend the law to allow over-the-counter (OTC) sales of 16 commonly used drugs, including paracetamol, according to a draft notice published in the Indian Gazette. OTC sales mean that drugs can be purchased from retail markets (pharmacies) without a doctor’s prescrip...
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  • Penicillin G: Uses, Side Effects, Dosage, Precautions

    Penicillin G: Uses, Side Effects, Dosage, Precautions

          Penicillin G (Penicillin G potassium) is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.For the treatment of pneumonia, strep throat, staphylococcal infections, diphtheria, meningitis, gonorrhea and syphilis.For people with certain heart conditions, heart valve infections can be prevented...
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  • CDC warns against the form of chloroquine that kills man, makes his wife sick

    CDC warns against the form of chloroquine that kills man, makes his wife sick

           On Saturday, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned against the use of chloroquine phosphate to treat the coronavirus in official guidance after the agency learned the substance killed one person and left another critically ill.        ”Chloroquine phosphate, whe...
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  • Global increase in prevalence of vitamin D deficiency is expected to boost demand for bone and joint health supplements market

    Global increase in prevalence of vitamin D deficiency is expected to boost demand for bone and joint health supplements market

           The global bone and joint health supplements market is estimated to be valued at USD 11.7 billion by 2022.It is expected to reach USD 17.6 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period.        The bone and joint health supplements market in North America is growing ...
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  • The Health Benefits of Watermelon

    The Health Benefits of Watermelon

    The cheery red color comes from lycopene, an antioxidant. Studies show it may help curb your risk of cancer and diabetes as part of a healthy lifestyle. Watermelon has more of this nutrient than any other fruit or veggie — even tomatoes. To load up on lycopene, choose a melon with bright re...
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  • Vitamin B12 deficiency: Symptoms include intermittent numbness on the left side of the face

    Vitamin B12 deficiency: Symptoms include intermittent numbness on the left side of the face

           Vitamin B12 performs countless functions in the body, but some of the most important functions include making red blood cells and supporting a healthy nervous system.If you are deficient in B12, these processes are derailed, and symptoms can be widespread.A case report details the ways you...
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  • Minimal risk of embolism due to air bubbles in the IV line

    Minimal risk of embolism due to air bubbles in the IV line

           Q: A few years ago, in preparation for my colonoscopy and gastroscopy, I had an IV l`ine inserted into my right arm, which was sedated.As I waited to pass out, I noticed a large bubble slowly moving down the IV line toward my arm.I was worried about an air embolism and called the nurse ove...
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  • Don’t take vitamin E or beta carotene to prevent heart disease or cancer, experts say

    Don’t take vitamin E or beta carotene to prevent heart disease or cancer, experts say

    An influential panel of experts advises people not to take beta-carotene or vitamin E supplements to prevent cancer or cardiovascular disease, arguing that they have no apparent benefit and may actually increase the risk of these health problems.They also concluded that there is insufficient evid...
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  • Is Amoxicillin Beneficial in Children with Lower Respiratory Tract Infections?

    Is Amoxicillin Beneficial in Children with Lower Respiratory Tract Infections?

    Short-term treatment with amoxicillin is clinically ineffective in children with uncomplicated chest infections, according to findings published in The Lancet, suggesting that for most children with chest infections, no antibiotics A safety net recommendation may be a better management option. Th...
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  • Effects of bromhexine on hospitalized patients with COVID-19

    Effects of bromhexine on hospitalized patients with COVID-19

    Introduction An emerging international outbreak of the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 has already become a problem for physicians and scientists globally. Although the majority of patients withstand the novel 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) without vital threats, many people develop severe resp...
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  • Drug treatment shows microbiome changes in women with mixed vaginitis

    Drug treatment shows microbiome changes in women with mixed vaginitis

           A study published in Frontiers in Cell and Infection Microbiology observed significant changes in the vaginal microbiome in patients with bacterial vaginosis (BV) plus vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) mixed vaginitis before and after drug treatment.        The main pathogens are Gardnerella,...
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  • Why protein, vitamin D supplements can increase muscle mass

    Why protein, vitamin D supplements can increase muscle mass

           According to a recent study, taking the two drugs before or after bed produces similar benefits without any adverse effects.        “Combining resistance training with dietary protein supplements has been promoted as an effective method to stimulate muscle protein synthesis, which is assoc...
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  • Prenatal vitamins and birth control: safety and more

    Prenatal vitamins and birth control: safety and more

           It is safe to take prenatal vitamins while using birth control.However, people should only take them during the first few months of pregnancy and during pregnancy.        Prenatal vitamins usually contain a special formula that provides the developing fetus with the nutrients it needs to g...
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  • Vitamin B12 Overdose: Side Effects of Taking Too Many Supplements; Know When to Stop

    Vitamin B12 Overdose: Side Effects of Taking Too Many Supplements; Know When to Stop

           Vitamins and minerals play an important role in maintaining our overall health.Therefore, eating nutrient-dense foods not only takes care of our physical health, but also improves our mental health.        Vitamin B12 is one of the most important nutrients to add to your diet.Although it i...
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  • Dangers in paradise: The rat lungworm threat on tropical vacations

    Dangers in paradise: The rat lungworm threat on tropical vacations

           Chaunda Rodrigues, 31, of Hilo, Hawaii, buys an avocado lettuce sandwich from a local market on December 31, 2019.But when Rodriguez started eating, something stuck to her teeth.Terrifyingly, it was part of a slimy 2.5-inch slug.Then came the aftershocks.A few days later, a lab at the Univ...
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  • Vitamin C helps support cognitive function, mood and memory

    Vitamin C helps support cognitive function, mood and memory

           Vitamin C is an essential vitamin with secret superpowers that does more than it’s known for.Vitamin C, found in citrus fruits, berries, peppers, and other plant foods, provides your brain with the support it needs for optimal memory, cognitive function, and mood regulation.        I...
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  • The 4 Best Vitamins to Improve Eye Health and Vision

    The 4 Best Vitamins to Improve Eye Health and Vision

    Your eyes need a critical balance of vitamins to keep your vision in tip-top shape, especially as you age.If you don’t get enough vitamins A and B12, you may be more likely to develop eye diseases that can lead to vision loss and even blindness. In many cases, eating a balanced diet with pl...
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  • Side Effects of Multivitamins: Time Span and When to Be Concerned

    Side Effects of Multivitamins: Time Span and When to Be Concerned

    What is a multivitamin? Multivitamins are a combination of many different vitamins that are normally found in foods and other natural sources. Multivitamins are used to provide vitamins that are not taken in through the diet. Multivitamins are also used to treat vitamin deficiencies (lack of vita...
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