Nutrition in chia seeds Chia seeds may provide several benefits as part of a healthy diet. There is no RDA for chia seeds. Still, they can be safely eaten in amounts of 50 grams daily, which is about five tablespoons. The chia plant is a member of the mint family. It's traditionally grown in South …
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Neuroendocrine tumors, which may be either benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancer), may not always be pancreatic cancer, which is always malignant. A neuroendocrine tumor may not always be pancreatic cancer. It originates from specialized neuroendocrine cells present in the body. A neuroendocrine tumor is most commonly found in the intestine but is also found in other organs, including the pancreas …
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What is lactose? People with lactose intolerance can typically tolerate up to 12 grams of lactose. This is equal to one large cup or about 8 ounces of milk. Some can even have up to 12.5 ounces of milk without experiencing any symptoms. Milk and milk products contain a sugar called lactose. Some people cannot tolerate high amounts of lactose …
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What is Brukinsa (zanubrutinib), and what is it used for? Brand name: Brukinsa Generic: zanubrutinib Brukinsa (zanubrutinib) is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of mantel cell lymphoma (MCL) and Waldenström macroglobulinemia, both of which are types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. It is not known if Brukinsa is safe and effective in children. What are the side effects of Brukinsa? …
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Anger extremes can be harmful Anger is a natural emotion, but frequently getting angry can trigger many physiological changes in your body such as increased heart rate and blood pressure, tightening of blood vessels, and increased clotting. Anger is a natural emotion, but frequently getting angry can have serious health implications. The more intense or prolonged your bouts with anger, …
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Depression — a serious mood disorder — is the most common mental health disorder. It can interfere with your thoughts, your feelings, and daily activities like sleeping, eating, and working. Everyone feels sad occasionally, but sadness that affects your daily activities and lasts for more than 2 weeks may be depression. Depression — a serious mood disorder — is the …
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What is Zilxi (minocycline), and what is it used for? Zilxi (minocycline) is a prescription medicine used on the skin (topical) to treat adults with pimples and bumps caused by a condition called rosacea. Zilxi should not be used for the treatment of infections. It is not known if Zilxi is safe and effective in children. What are the side …
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While you cannot cure rheumatoid arthritis permanently, RA is a progressive disease whose symptoms can be managed through treatment options and lifestyle changes. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be prevented from getting worse with early diagnosis and administering appropriate therapy. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to treat RA because no two people experience the disease in the same manner. Figuring out …
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What is Verquvo (vericiguat), and what is it used for? Verquvo (vericiguat) is a prescription medicine used in adults who are having symptoms of their chronic (long-lasting) heart failure, who have had a recent hospitalization or the need to receive intravenous (IV) medicines and have an ejection fraction (amount of blood pumped with each heartbeat) of less than 45 percent: …
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What are negative and positive ions? Ions or charged particles are present in the air around you. Typically, negative ions are found in nature and have air-purifying qualities. They create positive vibes, uplifts your mood, and prevent health problems. Ions or charged particles are present in the air around you. They can be negative or positive and can affect your …
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