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Medications
… nutrition problems (such as decreased fat absorption, vitamin B12 deficiency) This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or … glucose tests, thyroid function tests, hormone levels, vitamin B12 levels) should be done before you start using …
Medical tests
… if the spleen has been taken out. A lack of folic acid or vitamin B12 can also cause anemia, such as pernicious anemia . This is a problem with absorbing vitamin B12. The RBC indices value and a blood smear may …
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… and Fish Oil Cholesterol Treatment Guidelines Choosing a Vitamin and Mineral Supplement Choosing a Weight-Loss … Form for Carbohydrate Counting Getting Enough Calcium and Vitamin D Getting Enough Fibre Getting Enough Folic Acid … Dinners Types of Fats Vegan Diet Vegetarian Diets Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia Vitamins: Their Functions and Sources …
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… doctor if eating more foods high in iron, folic acid, and vitamin B12 could help your anemia. But don't make changes to your … doctor if eating more foods high in iron, folic acid, and vitamin B12 could help your anemia. But don't make changes …
Medical tests
… Addison's disease . Diseases of the blood cells, such as vitamin B12 deficiency , immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) , and … Addison's disease . Diseases of the blood cells, such as vitamin B12 deficiency , immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) , and …
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… bypasses the part of the intestine where many minerals and vitamins are most easily absorbed. Because of this, you may not get enough iron, calcium, magnesium, or vitamins. It's important to make sure you get enough … to plan meals. And you may need to take extra vitamin B12. Depending on how the surgery was done (open or …
HealthLinkBC files
… but do not give you important nutrients like protein, vitamins and minerals. What if I have extra weight? Healthy … ask to speak with a registered dietitian. Do I need to take vitamin and mineral supplements? Maybe. People with … properly. If you are not eating well, you might need a multivitamin/mineral supplement. Do not take high doses of any …
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… forms a clot (or plug) so that we don't bleed too much. Vitamin K helps our blood to clot. Vitamin K is found in various foods that we eat. Green leafy vegetables are rich in vitamin K. Some diseases and conditions can cause the blood …
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… Call Exams and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Vitamin and Mineral Supplements … because dry AMD can sometimes develop into wet AMD. Certain vitamin and mineral supplements may help slow vision loss. … cholesterol. Not getting enough carotenoids, antioxidant vitamins, and zinc in your diet. Prevention You can't …
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… other diseases—such as multiple sclerosis (MS) and vitamin B12 deficiency—as the cause of your symptoms. How is … other diseases—such as multiple sclerosis (MS) and vitamin B12 deficiency—as the cause of your symptoms. How is …
