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9 December, 2023
What is Type 2 Diabetes?

What is Type 2 Diabetes?

Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which the cells in your body do not respond well to the hormone insulin, also known as insulin resistance. Insulin regulates your blood sugar by making sure body...

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9 December, 2023
What is Type 1 Diabetes?

What is Type 1 Diabetes?

Type 1 diabetes, also known as diabetes mellitus, is a condition in which the pancreas does not produce insulin. Insulin is a hormone the body uses to allow glucose (sugar) from your food to enter...

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17 October, 2023
What is Mycoplasma genitalium?

What is Mycoplasma genitalium?

Mycoplasma genitalium, often referred to as M. genitalium, is a sexually transmitted bacteria that can cause infections of the genital tract, including the cervix, rectum, and inside of the penis. M. genitalium is spread through...

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23 July, 2023
Vitamin B6 deficiency: symptoms and treatment

Vitamin B6 deficiency: symptoms and treatment

Vitamin B6 is an essential micronutrient that plays a crucial role in our health. But what happens when our bodies don’t get enough of it? Read on to learn more about the effects of vitamin...

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26 May, 2023
What is estrogen?

What is estrogen?

Estrogen (also known as oestrogen) is a group of hormones mainly produced in the ovaries of women. There are several types of estrogen, including estradiol, estrone, and estriol. Estrogen plays a critical role in the...

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6 January, 2023
What are food allergies?

What are food allergies?

Food allergies are a reaction of your body’s immune system after eating certain foods (NHS, 2019). Even a small amount of a certain food can trigger an allergic reaction, causing symptoms that can range from...

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3 January, 2023
What is brown vaginal discharge?

What is brown vaginal discharge?

Noticing brown vaginal discharge can be surprising or even worrying… but in many cases, it’s completely harmless. Brown discharge is often just old blood leaving the body, mixed with natural vaginal fluids. Still, it can sometimes...

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30 December, 2022
What is bilirubin?

What is bilirubin?

Bilirubin is a yellow pigment that is produced during the breakdown of red blood cells. The liver absorbs bilirubin from the blood and uses it to produce bile, a fluid that can break down fats...

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29 December, 2022
What is AST?

What is AST?

Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) is an enzyme that is found in the liver, muscles, heart, and blood. When cells that contain AST are inflamed or damaged, AST is released into the blood. This means that elevated...

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