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  • ...husiast, a professional in the field of nutrition, or simply curious about dietary terms, this glossary serves as a valuable resource. * '''[[1,4,6-Androstatriene-3,17-dione]]''' - A steroidal compound used as a dietary supplement for its potential to influence hormone levels.
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  • Iron deficiency is a common global nutritional problem primarily caused by poor iron intake, malabsorption, or chronic blood loss. It is a state that Iron deficiency is characterized by the body's inability to maintain sufficient levels of iron to meet its phys
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  • ...('''IBS''') is a common functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by recurrent abdominal pain, discomfort, and altered bowel habits, such as con IBS is characterized by a combination of abdominal pain and altered bowel habits. The Rome IV crite
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  • * [[Dietary supplements]] Developed by medical experts, WikiMD's Health Encyclopedia is regularly updated to incor
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  • * '''[[MedlinePlus]]''' – Operated by the U.S. National Library of Medicine, it provides high-quality information about ...' – A free archive of biomedical and life sciences journal articles at the U.S. National Institutes of Health's National Library of Medicine.
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  • ...e diseases and disorders that are present at [[birth]] which can be caused by [[genes]], [[environmental factors]], [[chemicals]] such as [[thalidomide]] ...’t know what causes them. For most birth defects, we think they are caused by a complex mix of factors. These factors include our genes (information inhe
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  • ...r any county in Pennsylvania and 24th highest in the territory as measured by median household income (as of 2010), it still has significant proportion o By 2011, Pennsylvania was ranked the 19th most obese state in America with an
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  • This glossary encompasses a wide range of diets, nutritional philosophies, dietary practices, and related terms. It serves as a resource for understanding the * '''[[Balneotherapy]]''' - The treatment of disease by bathing, often in mineral springs or artificially prepared mineral waters.
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  • | name = Eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome ...discussion 79–80 | date = Oct 1996 | pmid = 8895183 | doi = }}</ref><ref name="pmid9213377">{{cite journal | vauthors = Blackburn WD | title = Eosinophil
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  • ...l weight loss]], [[Weight loss nutritionists nj|nutrionists]], weight loss supplements, fitness, and other weight loss services. [[Weight gain]] is a complex topic that can be caused by metabolic factors such as [[insulin resistance]], [[stress]], [[hormonal im
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  • A disease may be caused by external factors such as pathogens or by internal dysfunctions. For example, internal dysfunctions of the immune sys Infectious diseases are caused by pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites, that can ente
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  • ...ng recommendations regarding specific [[foods]] to include or exclude. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans provides recommendations based on gender, age, and ==Dietary guidelines for Americans 2020-2025==
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  • * [[Amuse-bouche]] - A small, bite-sized appetizer offered for free by the chef to prepare guests for the meal and to offer a glimpse into the che ...olve the small particles of sautéed or roasted food in the bottom of a pan by adding a liquid (such as stock or wine) and heating while stirring.
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  • *[[D'ag'u/ml]] *[[Death by alcohol ingestion]]
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  • ...iber]]''' - Found mainly in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes, dietary fiber is known for its ability to prevent or relieve constipation. * '''[[Herbal supplements]]''' - Products made from botanicals, or plants, that are used to treat dis
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  • ...trite]]''' - a colorless pungent liquid sometimes used as a stimulant drug by drug abusers * '''[[calcium hydroxide]]''' - a caustic substance produced by heating limestone
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  • ...ue]] covering of any [[organ]], [[vessel]], or other structure not covered by a [[serosa]]; instead, the covering is properly derived from without (i.e., A harmful substance made by certain types of mold (Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus) that
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  • ...chemical processes and substances within and related to living organisms. By combining [[biology]] and [[chemistry]], it plays a crucial role in underst ...19th century with the discovery of the first enzyme, [[diastase]], in 1833 by Anselme Payen. The term "biochemistry" itself was first used in 1882, and t
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  • * [[Alcohol consumption by youth in the United States]] * [[Dietary minerals]]
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  • Here is a list of acronyms used by the US FDA. ! FDA acronym !! Expanded name
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