General
06 Apr 2006
Alcohol and Pain
Alcohol was one of the first substances found to be effective as a pain reliever. Many people continue to deal with pain by self-medicating with…
Diseases
26 Mar 2006
Peanut allergy
Peanut allergy symptoms affect 1 in 50 children and can be fatal. People allergic to peanuts can prevent allergic reactions by avoiding exposure to nuts.
Children's health
26 Mar 2006
Egg allergy
Egg allergies cause immune responses (allergic reactions), such as hives, when eggs are eaten. They usually begin in babies or toddlers.
Children's health
26 Mar 2006
Milk allergy
Milk allergy is an immune response to the consumption of dairy products, causing allergic skin and gastrointestinal symptoms. It is common in babies.
Anatomy
22 Mar 2006
Breast anatomy
The female breasts include the mammary glands and nipples. Their primary function is lactation (producing breast milk) to nourish a baby after pregnancy.
Cancer
19 Mar 2006
Adverse Reactions to Natural Food Chemicals
Some natural food chemicals, in particular salicylates, amines and monosodium glutamate (MSG), can cause reactions in sensitive people, where they are often labeled food intolerances.
Children's health
18 Mar 2006
Lactose intolerance (milk intolerance)
Lactose intolerance is common. People intolerant of lactose must avoid dairy products and foods containing lactose to prevent gastrointestinal symptoms.
Children's Health
18 Mar 2006
Adverse Reactions to Foods
Adverse Reactions to Food: Many people associate various symptoms to foods, and while scientific evidence that foods can be harmful is lacking in many cases,…
Diseases
09 Mar 2006
Metabolic syndrome
Metabolic syndrome is a pre-diabetes metabolic condition that is diagnosed when several abnormalities like insulin resistance and obesity co-occur.
