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Oleic acid is a mono-unsaturated form of fat which occurs naturally in cocoa and is found in chocolate. More information…

01 Jan 2012

Medical Dictionary

Histoplasmosis is a rare disease caused by a fungal infection. Symptoms vary according to which part of the body is…

01 Jan 2012

Medical Dictionary

Macronutrients are the nutrients which the body requires in the greatest amounts to give the body energy, that is, carbohydrates,…

01 Jan 2012

Medical Dictionary

Hyperemesis gravidarum is severe nausea or vomiting during pregnancy. It is unlike regular nausea and vomiting as it has serious…

01 Jan 2012

Medical Dictionary

Briachioplasty, commonly referred to as an arm lift, is a cosmetic surgery procedure that involves tightening and smoothing…

01 Jan 2012

Medical Dictionary

Blepharoplasty, commonly known as an eyelid lift, is a plastic surgery procedure which can involve the upper, lower or both…

01 Jan 2012

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Omega-3 is an essential fatty acid. It cannot be produced by the body and therefore people must consume all their…

01 Jan 2012

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Metabolic acidosis is a condition characterised by increased acidity of the blood resulting from metabolic imbalance. For example, it may…

01 Jan 2012

Medical Dictionary

Caffeine is a natural substance found in more than 60 plant species, including coffee beans and tea leaves. It is…

01 Jan 2012

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