Oct
02
2008
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Probiotics

Definition

Probiotics, as defined by the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO), are “live microorganisms administered in adequate amounts which confer a beneficial health effect on the host.” The microorganisms referred to in this definition are non-pathogenic bacteria (small, single celled organisms which do not promote or cause disease), and one yeast, Saccharomyces.

Sep
10
2008
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Diverticulitis

Definition

Diverticulitis refers to the development of inflammation and infection in one or more diverticula. Diverticula are outpouchings or bulges which occur when the inner, lining layer of the large intestine (colon) bulges out (herniates) through the outer, muscular layer. The presence of diverticula indicates a condition called diverticulosis.

Description

Sep
08
2008
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Psyllium (Isphagulla Husk)

Description

Psyllium is a seed used for medicinal purposes taken from the common fleawort, Plantago psyllium. There are about 250 species of the genus Plantago found worldwide; they belong to the Plantaginaceae family. The most common species producing seed for medicinal use, in addition to P. psyllium, are P. afra, P. isphagula, P. ovata, and P. indica.

Aug
31
2008
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Prevention & Alternative Remedies for Headaches

Prevention

Lifestyle modification is one measure that people can take to lower their risk of tension headaches. They should get enough sleep and eat nutritious meals at regular times. Skipping meals, using unbalanced fad diets to lose weight, and insufficient or poor-quality sleep can bring on tension headaches.

Apr
26
2008
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A Typical Low-Carb day

Breakfast

Best meal of the day. Eat carbs like granary toast, cereal, porridge

Protein shakes
Try to have three Maximuscle Promax shakes a day at work, especially after gym.

Lunch

A high-protein salad and a fruit juice, bought locally. No bad carbs. No fun.

Snacks

Lots of nuts and dried fruit as biscuit substitutes. At home eat cold meats/antipasto selections.

Dinner

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