African tribes gave sickle disease names with repeating syllables, perhaps to signify the repeated episodes of pain most sufferers experience. In the West, Dr. James B. Herrick first described the disease. In 1910, upon microscopic examination of the blood of a West Indian patient, he noticed that the man’s red blood cells (also called erythrocytes) […]
The Importance of Iron for Health
Iron is the second most important mineral in the body, calcium being number one. Iron, like calcium and protein, is difficult to digest and assimilate. Even if your digestive system is working at optimum levels, and digestive juices lower as we grow older and if you’re not in good health, you’ll only be able to […]
About asthma
About asthma A person with asthma experiences inflammation of the bronchial tubes, even when symptoms are not present. This causes a narrowing of the airways and an increased sensitivity to allergens or other stimuli. Exposure to these triggers often produces symptoms such as coughing, wheezing and an inability to breathe normally (shortness of breath). Asthma […]
DIY Under-gravel Aquarium Filters Possible — Not Recommended
While there are many kinds of filters for both fresh and saltwater aquariums, one of the most common is the under-gravel or under aquarium filters. It works by creating a large surface area for de-nitrifying bacteria to colonize out of the substrate itself, but may not be the best choice for saltwater aquariums. One […]
Heart Disease: A Leading Cause of Death in the United States
Heart disease is the one of the leading causes of death for both men and women in the United States. You will be amazed to know that in every 43 seconds; someone in the United States has a heart attack. Heart attack usually happens when the blood supply to the heart stops. Cells in the […]
Food in pursuit of a Sharper Brain
Foods to boost your concentration and memory Did you know that the food you eat does a lot more than just satiating your hunger or giving you energy? Nature has always had amazing things in store for us, and what it offers in food is one of them. The food you consume affects not only […]
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