Vitamin K is required for several vital functions in the body including coagulation and bone metabolism. It is a fat-soluble vitamin that is absorbed through
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Vitamin E is a fat-soluble substance made up of 8 chemically distinct compounds. Of these, alpha-tocopherol is an antioxidant, which is necessary to keep cell
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Although teeth can be cleaned by brushing, it is not effective in reaching the adjacent tooth surfaces – adopting a tooth-cleaning technique called flossing can
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A stye or sty, also known as a hordeolum, is a small, painful red lump that develops on the inside or outside of an eyelid.
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Substantial evidence exists to suggest that the low-power, low-frequency, electromagnetic radiation emitted in the average household does not pose a risk to either short or
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Malnutrition is diagnosed based on certain factors like duration and precipitating causes if any. Clinical history and symptoms of malnutrition are often the major determinants
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Sickle cell disease (SCD), also known as sick cell anaemia, encompasses a group of genetic disorders characterized by abnormal haemoglobin in red blood cells. The
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The vulva is the external genital organs of the female. It has more than one component part and is commonly confused with the vagina that
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Sleep is essential for physical and mental health. Approximately 8 hours of sleep is adequate to feel good and to function optimally for most people.
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As rheumatoid arthritis affects not only physically but also emotionally and socially, therapy should be aimed at management of every aspect of the disease and
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