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Healthy eating
… of arthritis. It occurs when high levels of uric acid cause crystals to form in your joints and soft tissues, … desserts like pastries, donuts, cake, and cookies. Limit alcohol. Even one or two drinks can increase your risk of a … of 12% wine, or 43 mL (1.5 oz.) shot of 40% spirits. All alcohol, and especially beer, can increase your risk of gout …
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… younger than 18 unless your doctor tells you to do so because of the risk of Reye syndrome . Be sure to follow the … precautions . Aspirin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). For information about other NSAIDs, see non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs …
Medical tests
… (vegans) who do not eat animal products and babies of mothers who are strict vegetarians are at increased risk for … usually measured at the same time as a folic acid test, because a lack of either one or both can lead to a form of … to put a needle into the vein. Clean the needle site with alcohol. Put the needle into the vein. More than one needle …
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… a few people, allergies to things like bee stings or nuts cause a whole-body reaction that can be life-threatening. Read … giving yourself an epinephrine shot Allergies: rush immunotherapy Allergies: should I take allergy shots? Allergies: … and other allergens in your home Controlling pet allergens Drug allergies Food allergies Hay fever and other seasonal …
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… better you feel, the better a holiday can be. Think about others. Helping those less fortunate than you can make you … Get money off your mind. Money problems are a leading cause of holiday depression. Focus on the spirit of the … Eat healthy foods, watch your portion sizes, and avoid alcohol. Remember these four important points: Be realistic. …
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… Glaucoma On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Symptoms What Happens When to … it develops in the first years. It can happen because the mother had an infection during pregnancy. Some babies have a family history of the …
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… Embolism On this page: Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What … forms in a deep vein in the leg and travels to the lungs. Other things can block an artery, such as tumours or air … If symptoms are severe and life-threatening, "clot-busting" drugs may be used. They can dissolve clots fast. Another …
Healthy eating
… cup) 0.5 Cheese (cheddar, mozzarella) 50 g (1 ½ oz) 0 4 Other * Nutritional yeast, fortified, large flake 16g, 30 …
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… with PKU need to start treatment soon after birth. What causes it? Phenylketonuria (PKU) is passed down through … (inherit) the PKU gene from both parents. The father and mother may not have PKU or even know that PKU runs in their … regular blood tests and following the PKU diet before and during pregnancy can help protect the baby. Related …
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… a chemical has been swallowed that may be a poison or may cause burning in the throat and esophagus , call your local … phenol does not mix with water, so use isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol first to flush the chemical off the skin and then flush with water. If alcohol is not available, flush with a large amount of …
