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ScienceDaily (Feb. 12, 2009) - According to a recent study, diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids protect the liver from damage caused by obesity and the insulin resistance it provokes. This research should give doctors and nutritionists valuable information when recommending and formulating weight-loss diets and help explain why some obese patients are more likely to suffer some complications associated with obesity. Omega-3 fatty acids can be found in canola oil and fish.

We know smoking is injurious to health. It causes severe injury to lungs and increases its vulnerability to different types of infections. One such smoking induced disorder is the major damage in air sacs in lungs, which makes patients suffer from abruptly shortage of breath. This problem is called emphysema and it is one of the diseases counted in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease group, shortly known as COPD.

We know smoking is injurious to health. It causes severe injury to lungs and increases its vulnerability to different types of infections. One such smoking induced disorder is the major damage in air sacs in lungs, which makes patients suffer from abruptly shortage of breath. This problem is called emphysema and it is one of the diseases counted in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease group, shortly known as COPD.

The hip joint is made up of a sturdy structure that allows for a range of leg movements. It is one of the largest and most stable joints in the body designed to withstand use time and time again. However, overuse, strain and trauma can lead to hip problems that can inevitably cause pain and possible permanent damage. With active lifestyles athletes are the most prone to suffering from hip problems. Normal wear and tear coupled with the strain of sports activities cause a variety of hip problems that can progress to serious injuries if not found and treated early.

Viral gastroenteritis, also known as stomach flu, is an inflammation of the mucous coating of the stomach and intestines caused by certain groups of viruses. They settled in the epithelial cells of the mucosa, where they multiply and cause damage to the normal structure and function. The stomach flu is a highly infectious and very common - every year there are tens of millions. Rotavirus. Rotaviruses are the leading cause of stomach flu in infants and young children. Incubation was continued for 1 to 3 days. Usually, the infection is accompanied by watery diarrhea, vomiting, fever and muscular pain for 3 to 7 days. Rotaviruses can infect and adults in contact with the ailing child. In adults, the stomach flu symptoms less severe. Calicivirus. Cause infections in people of all ages. Noroviruses are the most common calicivirus and the most common cause of stomach flu in adults. Often reaching epidemic. Usually epidemics broke out from October to April, but are possible at any time of year. Typical stomach flu symptoms include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fatigue, headache and muscle aches. The symptoms started 1-2 days after contact with the virus and still 1 to 3 days. Adenoviruses. Mainly infects children under 2 years. There are 49 types of adenoviruses, one of which affects the gastrointestinal tract and causes nausea and diarrhea. The incubation period is 8-10 days and symptoms persist between one and two weeks. Adenoviral infections may occur at any time of year. Astroviruses. Infect mostly infants and children less adults. The symptoms are watery diarrhea and vomiting, continuing for up to one week, and appears after an incubation period of 3-4 days. Symptoms were less severe than Norovirus or rotavirus infections. Astroviruses stomach flu are most common during the winter months.

Having perfect and shiny hair is what every man and woman dream of. But choosing stuff without any knowledge only helps in damaging your hair. So what to do? I have found some ways to make your hair beautiful than ever. In today's topic we will talk all about hair, how to make them shiny and perfect.

Vitamin K has been known as the coagulation vitamin, because of its role in the blood-clotting process. However, research over the last few decades has shown that the role of K Vitamins - and natural Vitamin K2, the menaquinones, in particular - has been greatly expanded. Of note, K Vitamins activity outside the liver is required for calcium utilization, the key factor in maintaining both bone and cardiovascular health.\n\nVitamin K2 helps to activate vitamin K-dependent proteins responsible for healthy tissues. In bone, it activates osteocalcin, a protein required to bind calcium to the mineral matrix, thus strengthening the skeleton. In circulation, Vitamin K2 participates in carboxylation of Matrix Gla Protein (MGP), the most potent inhibitor of arterial calcification known, lowering the risk of vascular damage.

Home remedies are now preferred the conservative acne products, since most of the ingredients are natural and pose no risk to our skin and health. Some creams for acne can damage our skin so it is too dry. An antibiotic also includes the risk for long-term health as it kills the beneficial bacteria in the digestive tract that can disrupt the interior balance of our body.

Like every country, our body also has defense force to fight against rivals. All organisms have in-built defense mechanism which helps in detecting and fighting against diseases and variety of other potentially damaging foreign agents such as bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. The immune system is made up of special cells, proteins, tissues and organs....

Vitamin E is a strong, fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect cell membranes against damage caused by free radicals and it helps prevent the oxidation of LDL cholestero

How chemotherapy takes place? Depending on type of cancer and period of cancer, it stops cancer cells ability of damage and more to divide. Oftenly drugs are used and different for different person. This is systematic therapy also affect your entire body.

Uterine Polyps is becoming an increasingly common problem in the females these days and there is a handful of you who get to suffer from it. The major reason behind this is the growth in the cells around the uterus area. Most of these polyps are noncancerous and can be cured with medication but some of them are pre-cancerous and can cause vital damage to your body. To know more about Uterine Polyps Treatment, Uterine Polyps Symptoms, Uterine Polyps Causes, visit the link.

Analgesics (also known as painkillers) are a class of drugs that are generally used to reduce or relieve pain (an unlikable emotional and sensory experience.......

The benefits of Astaxanthin for pregnant, lactating women and for children are currently not studied. However, if a child swallows an Astaxanthin capsule there shouldn't be any damage to his health.

The side effects of chelation therapy may include head ache, nausea, and vomiting, gastric upsets, fever, convulsions, heart arrhythmia, respiratory failure, low blood pressure and bone marrow damage.