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Dietitian vs. Nutritionist

Sep 28, 2007 - A dietitian is an expert in food and nutrition. They give dietary advice, help promote healthy eating habits, develop specific diets for people, and participate in nutrition research. In the U.S., nutrition professionals include the registered dietitian (RD), and the dietetic technician, registered (DTR). - 10 Comments

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Fiber

Oct 08, 2008 - Overview

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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Overview Dietary fiber, found in the walls of plant cells, cannot be digested by enzymes in the human digestive tract but plays an essential role in human health. It is found in all plant-based foods, with most whole foods containing a combination of the two types of fiber, including soluble and insoluble fiber. Both types of fiber help maintain the health of the intestinal tract and promote regular elimination of stool. - 0 Comments

Weight control and diet

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Cancer and Weight Control:

Cancer prevention guidelines from the American Cancer Society stress the importance of maintaining a healthy weight throughout life. A healthy weight is even more important than eating specific healthy foods, when it comes to cancer prevention.

Drug Warning:

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers not to buy a product known as the "Brazilian diet pill." This product is labeled as a dietary supplement, but contains several chemicals found in powerful prescription drugs. - 1 Comment
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Colon and rectal cancers

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Drug Approval In September 2006, the Food and Drug Administration approved panitumumab (Vectibix) for the treatment of patients with colorectal cancer that has spread to other parts of the body following chemotherapy. Like cetuximab (Ertibux), panitumumab targets the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) on cancer cells. Panitumumab is the first new colorectal cancer drug approved since 2004. - 0 Comments

Diet and disease

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

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Illustrations Osteoporosis Cholesterol producers Phytochemicals Selenium - antioxidant Diet and disease prevention HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition There are nutritional and dietary elements that have proven relationships to certain diseases or conditions. For additional information on FDA-approved health claims, refer to nutrition labeling. Information This article addresses the following:

Calcium and osteoporosis

Fiber and cancer

Fruits, vegetables, and cancer

Fiber and coronary heart disease

Fat and cancer

Saturated fat, cholesterol, and coronary heart disease

Sodium and hypertension

Alcohol

Nitrates and cancer

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DrSugar Answers: Are Herbal Supplements Safe?

May 08, 2009 - DrSugar is in the house and he's answering your health questions. Dear DrSugar, I've never taken herbal supplements, but I know many people do. I read about herbal supplements that reduce body fat, specifically belly fat, and possibly stress. - 10 Comments

DrSugar Answers: Antidepressant, IBS, and Weight Gain?

May 21, 2009 -  DrSugar is in the house and he's answering your health questions. Dear DrSugar,  I've recently been diagnosed with probable irritable bowel syndrome that is exacerbated by anxiety and depression. My doctor prescribed the antidepressant Citalopram to decrease my abdominal pain and stabilize my mood. - 11 Comments

Cirrhosis

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

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Complications
Diagnosis
Treatment
Lifestyle Changes
Abdominal Infections
Encephalopathy
Ascites
Bleeding Episodes
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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Drug Approval In 2007, the Food and Drug Administration approved HepaGram B, an injectable immune globulin that can help prevent recurrence of hepatitis B following liver transplantation. Primary Biliary Cirrhosis Primary biliary cirrhosis is an autoimmune liver disease that increases the risk for liver cancer. According to a 2007 study, specific risk factors may help predict which patients with primary biliary cirrhosis are at particularly high risk of developing liver cancer. - 0 Comments

Asthma in adults

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

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Managing Asthma
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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Drug Warning In 2007, the FDA requested the manufacturers of omalizumab (Xolair) to include a “boxed warning” emphasizing that this drug may cause a severe and life-threatening allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). Omalizumab is approved for patients who have moderate-to-severe asthma related to allergies and whose symptoms are not controlled by inhaled corticosteroids. It is given by injection in a doctor’s office every 2 - 4 weeks. - 0 Comments

Depression

Oct 08, 2008 - Overview

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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Depression is a mood disorder in which feelings of loss, anger, sadness, or frustration interfere with everyday life. Depression affects about 17 million Americans each year. It can be mild, moderate, or severe and occur as a single episode, recurring episodes, or chronic depression (lasting more than 2 years). - 0 Comments

Dietitian vs. Nutritionist

Fiber

Weight control and diet

Colon and rectal cancers

Diet and disease

DrSugar Answers: Are Herbal Supplements Safe?

DrSugar Answers: Antidepressant, IBS, and Weight Gain?

Cirrhosis

Asthma in adults

Depression

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