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Breast Cancer Non-Profits that Make a Difference

For someone with breast cancer, it’s hard to imagine escaping the real world for a moment, let alone a week-long vacation. However, there are dedicated organizations that devote their time to helping families battling cancer do just that: take a vacation.

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Natural Laxatives That Work: Best Natural Laxatives

Don't let constipation slow you down and ruin your normal routine. Find a natural remedy to treat and cure constipation. Natural laxatives will help flush out the waste from the body and promote regular bowel movements. Read this article to learn more about natural laxatives for constipation.

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What Is Farro: Health and Nutrition Benefits

Compared to the modern strains of wheat, farro can provide twice the amount of fiber and proteins. Fiber helps lower high blood cholesterol levels, boosts immunity, and maintains normal blood sugar levels. Find out other health and nutritional benefits of farro in this article.

What Causes Visceral Fat?

What Is Visceral Fat? Visceral fat, if described in technical terms, would mean an excess of intra-abdominal adipose tissue accumulation. In simple words, it means there is a...

What Does Meningitis Look Like?

What Is Meningitis? Meningitis is considered to be an inflammation or swelling of the protective membranes that cover the brain as well as the spinal cord, which is known as the...

What Does a Stomach Ulcer Look Like?

What Is a Stomach Ulcer? A stomach ulcer is considered to be a wound that is present inside the walls of the stomach. Ulcers are known to be open wounds, and they are said to...

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FODMAP Diet

Do you often experience digestive stress after eating certain foods? Check out this infographic to learn more about FODMAP diet.

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What are GMOs?

Genetically modified foods (GMO foods) have been shown to cause harm to humans, animals, and the environment. Check out this infographic to learn more about GMOs.

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Massachusetts Company Cannot Fire Worker for Using Medical Marijuana in Crohn’s Disease Management

The potential legalization of marijuana has been a "hot topic" for some years now, as certain states make moves for legalization and even more have approved the use of medical marijuana.

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10 Ways Talk Therapy Can Help Crohn's and Colitis

You may not connect talk therapy and IBD, but there are connections worth exploring. Learn more here.

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Foods to Eat When Breastfeeding

Breast milk is considered as the most nutritious food for the baby. During the initial months, the baby would completely rely on its mother’s milk. To ensure that the milk is nutritious, the mother should be very careful of what she eats or drinks. Read on to learn more about the recommended foods when breastfeeding.

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Antidepressants for Parkinson's Disease

Treatment is very individualized. A number of issues should be considered while choosing any medication or treatment. If there is little or no impairment, then drug therapy may not be needed. Scientists are investigating whether stem cell can help in treating Parkinson’s disease. Read on to learn more.

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Crohn's Symptom-Intensifying Bacterium Targeted: What This Means for Treatment

A recent study done on mice at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine illuminated that a microscopic fungus by the name of Candida tropicalis is able to start gut inflammation and intensify symptoms of Crohn's disease.

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Is Asthma More Difficult to Control in Fibromyalgia Patients?

For patients of fibromyalgia, other conditions may be more difficult to manage than usual. Keep reading to learn more about fibromyalgia and asthma.

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The Increasing Awareness of Sleep Apnea and the Ohio Doctor Committed to Treating the Condition

One doctor from Ohio is making it his mission to education the population on sleep apnea. Keep reading for more.

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Children, Parents and Advocates Plea for Diabetes Research Funding at the Capitol

Advocates gathered to plea for diabetes research funding at the Capitol in late July, 2017. Keep reading to learn more.

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What is Dysphagia?

Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) means it takes more time and effort to move food or liquid from your mouth to your stomach. Check out this infographic.

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Cystic Fibrosis: Summertime Tips

For individuals with cystic fibrosis (CF), exercising is an integral part of most treatment plans. By staying fit, the body is healthier and better able to fight off infection and clear out airways that are blocked by mucus.

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World Duchenne Awareness Day: September 7th, 2017

Next month, it is World Duchenne Awareness Day and anyone can join the Duchenne community in celebrating it and spreading awareness. Keep reading to learn more.