OrganizedWisdom Health - Health Science

How Many People Die from Flu Each Year

Jkg0679 — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 02:25:44 GMT

The Centers for Disease Contol and Prevention (CDC) estimate that approximately 36,000 people die from the flu each year. The actual death toll numbers vary from year to year. This number includes the number of people who die from flu-related complications.

Fast Facts:

The flu was the 7th leading cause of death in 1999 and 2000.
There are approximately 100,000 hospitalizations annually due to the flu.
Most deaths from the flu occur in young children and seniors.

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Polyunsaturated Fat

CatherIN — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 02:03:08 GMT

Polyunsaturated fat may help to lower cholesterol. It is found in fish, nuts, seeds, and oils from some plants. Omega-6 and omega-3 fats are types of polyunsaturated fat.

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Salmon, trout, herring, avocados, olives, walnuts, and liquid vegetable oils such as soybean, corn, safflower, canola, olive, and sunflower are sources of polyunsaturated fat.
Polyunsaturated fats are high in calories.
Polyunsaturated fat typically remains a liquid when at room temperature or refrigerated.

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ADHD Clinical Trials

KenyottaE — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:39:35 GMT

ADHD clinical trials are conducted to find new ways to treat the disorder, and whether it is possible to prevent it. Clinical trials are also conducted to try and find out the cause of ADHD. There are many clinical trials that are being conducted. If you are interested in participating, contact your local hospital, university, or pharmaceutical company for information on volunteering.

Fast Facts:

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is characterized by impulsive behavior, inattentiveness, and forgetfulness.
ADHD is treated with medication and behavioral therapy.
Diagnosing ADHD can be a challenge in younger children. There are a number of other conditions that have symptoms similar to those of ADHD.

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Saturated Fat

CatherIN — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 22:59:48 GMT

Saturated fat is the main dietary factor that can cause high cholesterol. It is found in foods that come from animals and some plants. Total calories from saturated fat should be kept between seven and ten percent.

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Coconut, coconut oil, cocoa butter, palm oil, and palm kernel oil are examples of plant sources of saturated fat.
Animal sources of saturated fat include beef, veal, lamb, pork, lard, poultry fat, butter, cream, milk, cheeses, and other dairy products made from whole and two percent milk.
Typically, saturated fat is solid when at room temperature.

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Cholesterol and Lipoproteins

Robbin364 — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 19:15:00 GMT

Cholesterol travels in the blood in packages called lipoproteins. Just like oil and water, cholesterol, which is fatty, and blood, which is watery, do not mix. In order to be able to move in the bloodstream, the cholesterol made in the liver is joined with protein, making a lipoprotein. This lipoprotein then moves the cholesterol through the bloodstream. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL or "bad" cholesterol), high-density lipoprotein (HDL or "good" cholesterol), along with triglycerides and Lp(a) cholesterol, make up your total cholesterol count, which can be determined through a blood test.

Fast Facts:

The lipoproteins to focus on are low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL).
When too much LDL, "bad" cholesterol circulates in the blood, it can slowly build up on the inner walls of the arteries that feed the heart and brain.
HDL cholesterol is considered "good" cholesterol because a high HDL level seems to protect against heart attack.
Triglycerides combine with cholesterol and protein to make lipoproteins.
Lp(a) cholesterol is a genetic form of LDL "bad" cholesterol and having a high level is a risk factor for developing atherosclerosis.

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Autogenics

Magriswold — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:14:15 GMT

Autogenic training is a type of relaxation technique that commands the body to remain calm by verbally telling it to do so. It is a method to help reduce stress and muscle tension in the body by controlling and relaxing the breathing to slow down the heart rate. When autogenics is done with a patient by a practitioner, he/she helps encourage a state of relaxation by helping the patient see the relaxation in the mind. Autogenics helps relax the body by generating an increase of blood flow to the limbs.

Fast Facts:

Johannes Schultz, a renonwned German psychiatrist, created autogenics and made it known in 1932.
According to scientific studies, autogenics (or AT) is a valuable alternative to help reduce stress as opposed to using medications or other methods.
Autogenics training takes three month to learn it and receive its full benefits.

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Diabetes and Blood Sugar Digestion

Crdelucas — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 19:11:05 GMT

Blood sugar digestion is difficult for individuals who are diabetic. Blood sugar enters the stomach and is metabolized into glucose. The glucose enters the bloodstream and triggers the pancreas to secrete insulin to help convert the glucose into a carbohydrate called glycogen which is deposited into the liver and muscles. A patient with diabetes does not make enough insulin in their pancreas causing hypoglycemia.

Fast Facts:

Excess blood sugar dehydrates cells due to osmosis.
Insulin regulates the flow of glucose to cells.
The liver and muscle cells contain approximately 400 grams of glycogen. Added to the glucose in the bloodstream, this equals approximately 1800 calories of energy.

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Postprandial Blood Sugar

Crdelucas — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 01:35:17 GMT

Postprandial blood sugar is the amount of glucose in the blood after a meal. The two-hour postprandial test will show how different foods affect an individual's blood sugar level. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) suggests a blood glucose over 180 mg/dL postprandial is considered high. Further testing may be needed to validate the initial results.

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Fasting blood sugar (FBS) and random blood sugar (RBS) are other types of blood sugar tests for diabetes management.
A postprandial test will signify which foods will cause a patient's blood sugar level to spike.
Certain medications, eating or drinking less than two hours before the postprandial test, drinking alcohol, illness, emotional stress, smoking, and caffeine may affect the test results.

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Types of Cholesterol Complexes

Crdelucas — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 01:56:17 GMT

The different types of cholesterol complexes are low-density lipoprotein (LDL), high-density lipoprotein (HDL), and very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL). There is only one type of cholesterol but the complexes differ in where and how it is transported. Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in dairy products, eggs, and meat. It is also the leading cause of coronary heart disease.

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LDL is classified as "bad" cholesterol and is transported to tissues. It is mainly composed of cholesterol.
VLDL is "very bad" cholesterol and is composed of triglycerides and cholesterol. The main function is to transport triglycerides to cells.
Classified as the "good" cholesterol, HDL is mainly composed of all cholesterol but picks up the leftover cholesterol from the LDL and transports it to the liver for disposal.

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Crohn's Disease Clinical Trials

KenyottaE — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:54:17 GMT

There are many Crohn's disease clinical trials that have been conducted. Clinical trials are being conducted by hospitals, universities, and pharmaceutical companies on every aspect of Crohn's disease. If you are interested in participating in a clinical trial regarding Crohn's disease, you can check for trials that are actively recruiting to volunteer.

Fast Facts:

Crohn's disease occurs when the lining of your digestive tract becomes inflammed.
Symptoms of Crohn's disease include abdominal pain, diarrhea, and reduced appetite.
Treatment options for Crohn's disease include the use of medications, surgery, and lifestyle changes.
Get food tips for managing Crohn's symptoms in our slide show on the best and worst foods for Crohn's disease.

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