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… deficiency anemia unless their bodies can't absorb it from food. Strict vegetarians (vegans) who do not eat animal … a person is not getting enough vitamin B12 in his or her food. Low levels are linked with hyperthyroidism or folic … deficiency anemia unless their bodies can't absorb it from food. Strict vegetarians (vegans) who do not eat animal …
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… round, flat organ that forms during pregnancy. It gives the baby food and oxygen from your body. In a normal pregnancy, the … flat organ that forms during pregnancy. It gives the baby food and oxygen from your body. In a normal pregnancy, the …
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… disease? Celiac disease is a problem some people have with foods that contain gluten. Gluten is a type of protein. It's … (a wheat-rye cross). When you have this disease and you eat food with gluten in it, the gluten triggers an immune … it can't do a good job of absorbing nutrients from your food. Celiac disease can lead to anemia or osteoporosis . In …
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… in the hospital. This allows the doctor to see how well the baby copes with and recovers from coughing spells. It also … Have frequent, small sips of fluids and nutritious foods. Create a calm, quiet, restful place for yourself. Lie … Have frequent, small sips of fluids and nutritious foods. Create a calm, quiet, restful place for yourself. Lie …
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… bell for your pet so you will know when your pet is nearby. Reducing risks of falls during daily activities You can make … of them regularly with an abrasive pad, such as steel wool. Reducing risks of falls when bathing You can make some … bell for your pet so you will know when your pet is nearby. Reducing risks of falls during daily activities You can make …
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… pharmacist. Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually twice daily. Taking this medication with food may lessen stomach upset. The manufacturer directs not … pharmacist. Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually twice daily. Taking …
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… your medical history, especially of: asthma Avoid any foods or liquids that may bring on redness, flushing or blushing of the skin (such as spicy foods, alcohol, hot drinks). Before having surgery, tell … your medical history, especially of: asthma Avoid any foods or liquids that may bring on redness, flushing or …
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… eating, drinking, and taking pills. Take small bites of food. Chew each bite completely, and swallow it before you … small sips of liquid. This can help prevent choking. Divide food into smaller but more frequent meals. This can help if eating makes you tired. Eat moist, soft foods. Adding liquids such as gravy or sauce to hard-to-chew …
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… your chin on your hand. Change your diet. Eat softer foods, and use both sides of your mouth to chew your food. Avoid hard or chewy foods, such as popcorn, apples, carrots, taffy, hard breads, …
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… rubella, she may have a miscarriage or stillbirth. Her baby may be born with severe birth defects, including … or touch objects contaminated with the virus. Sharing food, drinks or cigarettes, or kissing someone who has the … into a tissue or sleeve rather than your hands Not sharing food, drinks or cigarettes, or kissing others What is the …