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… breasts are stimulated by suckling or pumping, causing milk to move from the ducts and out the tiny holes in the … its pre-pregnancy size. After breastfeeding is established, your body may release oxytocin when you hear a baby cry, think of your baby, or have sexual intercourse. When this occurs, …
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… Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet can help you lower your blood pressure. It includes eating fruits, vegetables, … Food Recommended servings Examples Low-fat and fat-free milk and milk products 2 to 3 servings a day A serving is 1 … low in both saturated fat and total fat will help lower your blood pressure. Although you need some fat in your …
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… pregnant, chances are good that you will be able to deliver your baby through the birth canal (vaginal birth). But there … include: The baby is not in a head-down position close to your due date. You have a problem such as heart disease that … topic Breech Position and Breech Birth . Decreased blood supply to the placenta before birth, which may lead to a …
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… on their own after 2 months of age. Sometimes breast milk or formula comes up with the air when the baby burps. A … the baby in an upright position. Try placing the baby over your shoulder or in a sitting position on your lap. If you place the baby on your lap, place your hand …
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… are made by modifying protein, using egg white or whey from milk. Examples include whey protein and microparticulated … on fat replacers. If you want to include fat replacers in your diet, talk with a registered dietitian. Related … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… The DASH diet is an eating plan that can help lower your blood pressure. DASH stands for Dietary Approaches to … 3/4 cup (175 mL) bran flakes cereal 1 cup (250 mL) skim milk 1 medium banana 1 slice whole wheat toast 1 teaspoon (5 … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… cooked eggs (including cookie dough), raw (unpasteurized) milk, cheeses made with raw milk, or unpasteurized juices. … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the …
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… Overview Overview Nerves carry messages back and forth from your low back and legs. By testing how well your muscles, reflexes, and sense of feeling are working, … be decreased or absent if there is a problem with the nerve supply. To test your reflexes, your doctor will use a rubber …
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… fracture is a break in a small bone on the thumb side of your wrist. This is also called a navicular fracture. Of the eight carpal bones in your wrist, your scaphoid bone is the one most likely to … because parts of the scaphoid bone don't have a good blood supply. If your bone does not heal well, you can have …
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… that carry blood to the head, especially those that supply the eyes, temple, and jaw. Because it often affects … that the immune system is attacking the body's own tissues. Your genes may play a role in this. For example, people … may look swollen. And it may hurt to wear glasses or comb your hair. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will do a …
