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Blood pressure
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Blood pressure refers to the force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, and constitutes one of the principal vital signs. The pressure of the circulating blood decreases as blood moves through arteries, arterioles, capillaries, and veins. The term blood pressure generally refers to arterial blood pressure, i.e., the pressure in the larger arteries. Blood pressure is most commonly measured via a sphygmomanometer, which uses the height of a column of mercury to reflect the ...

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BLUE VERVAIN
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Verbena hastate Tender Perennial Uses: medicinal Native North American wildflower growing in damp areas. Has a tranquilizing effect; useful for insomnia and other nervous conditions. Needs cold period (5°C/40°F; 4-8 weeks) followed by warm (20°C/70°F) and exposure to light (do not bury seeds) for successful ...

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Bone Spur
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Bone Spur   Overview What is a bone spur? A bone spur (osteophyte) is a bony growth formed on normal bone. Most people think of something sharp when they think of a "spur," but a bone spur is just extra bone. It’s usually smooth, but it can cause wear and tear or pain if it presses or rubs on other bones or soft tissues such as ligaments, tendons, or nerves in the body. Common places for bone spurs include the spine, shoulders, hands, hips, knees, and feet. Causes A ...

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Bones- The Missing Link
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Brahmi
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Botanical name: Bacopa monniera Common names: Brahmi and Water Hyssop     Overview The herb Brahmi has fast become one of today’s most sought after herbs in Australia. This herb is a succulent creeper that is found throughout India. The herb Brahmi is considered to be the foremost brain tonic herb in the Ayurvedic healing system. It is mainly used as a nerve tonic in order to treat insomnia and nervous tension. This herb has been found to contain ...

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Brain Tumor
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Living with a brain tumor can be challenging and frustrating. More than 17,000 adults in the U.S. alone are diagnosed with a brain tumor every year. It’s important for people living with a brain tumor to be able to have a core support group and find out as much as they can about different treatment options to enhance their quality of life, help them live as long as possible with their tumor and sometimes to beat the disease for good. Many individuals living with a brain tumor go on to ...

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Broccoli
Broccoli is also known as: Quercetin, bioflavonoid, Onions, Vitamin P or QUERCETIN, Citrus fruits, Green Tea
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Did you know…? this is test Quercetin is a bioflavonoid (sometimes called vitamin P) that is packed with natural antioxidant, antiviral, anti-inflammatory and antiallergenic qualities. Normally found in highly nutritious foods and plants, such as citrus, red apples, teas, broccoli and onions, etc., you can easily take it in a supplement form; and because the human body cannot produce bioflavonoids, they must be supplied in the diet - and you should supply them to maximize sound ...

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Bronchitis
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Bronchitis   Overview What Is Bronchitis? Bronchitis is a respiratory disease in which the mucous membrane in the lungs' bronchial passages becomes inflamed. As the irritated membrane swells and grows thicker, it narrows or shuts off the tiny airways in the lungs, resulting in coughing spells accompanied by thick phlegm and breathlessness. The disease comes in two forms: acute (lasting less than 6 weeks) and chronic (reoccurring frequently for more than two years). People with ...

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Bruises
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Bruises (contusions) develop when small blood vessels under the skin tear or rupture, most often from a bump or fall. Blood leaks into tissues under the skin and causes the black-and-blue color. As bruises heal, usually within 2 to 4 weeks, they often turn colors, including purplish black, reddish blue, or yellowish green. Sometimes the area of the bruise spreads down the body in the direction of gravity. A bruise on a leg usually will take longer to heal than a bruise on the face or ...

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Bugwort
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Botanical Name: Cimicifuga Racemosa Common Names: Black Cohosh, Bugbane, Bugwort, Rattleroot, Rattleweed, Black Cohush Overview Bugwort is an herb that was originally grown in the United States and Canada. The plant grows well in shady woody areas. Native Americans found that the herb helped with many medical conditions, including issues for women, fatigue, and arthritis. When European colonists came to the New World, they quickly learned the value of this herb and adopted its use. ...

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