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Palpitation
Category: Health
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An arrhythmia (also called dysrhythmia) is an irregular heartbeat. Heart rates can also be irregular. A normal heart rate is 50 to 100 beats per minute. Arrhythmias and abnormal heart rates don't necessarily occur together. arrhythmias can occur with a normal heart rate, or with heart rates that are slow (called bradyarrhythmias -- less than 60 beats per minute).  Arrhythmias can also occur with rapid heart rates (called tachyarrhythmias -- faster than 100 beats per minute). In the ...

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Pancreatitis
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Is it Simple Indigestion or Attack of Pancreatitis? Pancreatitis in children – more common than previously thought As diabetes has become a global issue, an epidemic, as the statistical trend is now labeled, there is an expanded interest among researchers and clinicians in early detection, and prevention of pancreatitis.   Pancreatitis, an inflammation and damage of the pancreas often precedes diabetes mellitus. Some pediatricians still seem to believe that pancreatic disease ...

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Anika
Anika
Pancreatitis - A Look at the Disease Pancreatitis
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  Pancreatitis A Look at the Disease Pancreatitis By Anika Logan   The pancreas is a large, long flat gland that is located behind the stomach and is to be found between the duodenum, which is the upper section of the small intestine, and the spleen. The pancreas plays a very important role in both the process of digestion as well as metabolism. It is the job of the pancreas to secrete digestive enzymes into the small intestine and it does this by way of a special tube known as ...

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Pansy
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Pansy is a colorful addition to our salad bowls and ancient love potions, but more importantly, Pansy is a soothing expectorant that has been used to treat lung problems (bronchitis, dry cough and asthma), as well as numerous skin problems (diaper rash, weeping eczema, cradle cap).   History: Pansy is a pretty flower that is native to Europe and is widely cultivated as a garden ornamental, but it also grows wild in fields, meadows and along forest edges in the temperate regions of ...

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PAPAYA FRUIT
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  Troubled with heartburn and indigestion? Try using Papaya Fruit!   Overview: Papaya contains papain, a remarkable, protein-dissolving enzyme that eases many stomach ailments and is an exceptional aid to digestion. A rich source of minerals and vitamins A, C and E, papain also breaks down wheat gluten, which may be of great help those with Celiac disease.     Plant Description: Papaya is an herbaceous tree with a stem of spongy, soft wood that is hollow in ...

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jpurton
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Parasympathetic System
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Wants to divert blood away from lungs and muscles and back to digestive track.  It’s a check and balance for the sympathetic response.  When in doubt the Sympatric response overrules the parasympathetic system.  When in doubt do I digest that Soy burger or run from the carnivore…  Don’t take to long to think about it or your ...

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Anika
Anika
Parkinson's Disease
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  What You Need to Know About Parkinson’s Disease By Anika Logan   Parkinson’s disease, sometimes referred to as PD, is a degenerative disorder that affects the central nervous system and most often affects a person’s ability to speak as well as affecting their motor skills. Parkinson’s disease belongs to a group or classification of conditions that are called movement disorders or motor system disorders and they are the consequence of a loss of cells that ...

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Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s Disease is also known as: Arkinson, Disease, dopamine, antioxidents
Category: Health,Men's Health,Natural Meds,Nutrition,Seniors' Health,Symptoms and Herbs
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Parkinson’s Disease – Complementary Suggestions - Part 2   The Parkinson’s paradox is that it results from low levels of the brain neurotransmitter dopamine, however, when the dopamine level is increased, brain cells die due to dopamine metabolism.  There is a missing link between normal dopamine levels and health, and more and more studies suggest that an increased levels of antioxidants may be it.   One in 625 people in the United States develops ...

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PEA FIBER
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Pea Fiber supplements are a simple way to supply our diets with both soluble and insoluble natural fiber. A fiber rich diet is thought to provide many healthful benefits, including gastrointestinal well-being, proper bowel function (including relief for constipation and diverticulosis) and may also reduce our risk of colon cancer, heart disease and diabetes. History: The modern garden pea is thought to be descended from the field pea that was indigenous to central Asia and Europe, and has ...

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KathiG
KathiG
Peeling skin
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Peeling Skin Overview Peeling skin is an issue for all of us. Many older people suffer from peeling skin particularly on their lower legs, elbows, and forearms. The skin feels rough and scaly and often is accompanied by a distressing, intense itchiness. To understand the reasons behind peeling skin one needs to understand the structure of the skin. The skin consists of three basic layers: •    outer layer or epidermis •    middle ...

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