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    Achalasia Case Study

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    Overview: Achalasia is a rare motility disorder of the esophagus (swallowing tube) muscle, causing insufficient relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter (a ring of muscle located between the esophagus and the lower stomach) to open and allow the food to pass into the stomach. So, people with achalasia face trouble swallowing food. Causes: The achalasia can happen for several reasons. It can be hard for your doctor to identify a specific cause. This condition may be hereditary, or it may…

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    For the majority of cancers, lifestyle factors and environmental exposures become the major risk factors. An estimated 30 to 40 percent of cancers are influenced by diet. Diet patterns that emphasize fat, meat, alcohol, and excess calories and that minimize fruits and vegetables can cause cancer. Such constituents of the diet relate to cancer in several ways. Foods or their components may cause or promote cancer. Additionally, foods or their components may protect against cancer. Certain dietary…

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    keep one’s body healthy, clean and free of bacteria. It further added that cider can be used as face cleanser and mask. They also provide knowledge about the risk factor of using the laboratory personal care product which increases the chances of cancer, skin disease, Alzheimer’s and loss of fertility. Lastly, it also clarifies the difference between the clear vinegar as a harmful product and apple cider vinegar has a lot of heath properties. This eBook also provides easy to made…

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    It is my dream and ambition to find the cure for indomitable forms of cancer, by first building my knowledge and skills and then utilizing these towards the larger purpose. While pursuing my Master’s degree, I realized that mere acquisition of information was not sufficient for me and that I wanted a deep insight in my area of interest. Several factors over the past years have contributed towards the goal. My achievements and credentials give me the confidence that I will be able to perform as…

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    office, all that I could think about was if the cancer was benign or malignant. The nurse in the office called my name and instantly, my heart started palpitating and my palms started to sweat. I walked towards the private rooms staring blankly at the floor the entire time. The first sight of the doctor’s wide smile made me anxious for the results. “Benign,” he said. I instantly jumped in the air and thanked my God that I didn’t have a malignant cancer in my skin. The lab tests were conducted…

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    15 Cancer Foods

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    Title: 15 Foods That Reduce Your Cancer Risk Header: To help you choose health-protecting foods. Every year, almost 11 million people receive a cancer diagnosis. Science hasn 't developed a cure, but has discovered many cancer-causing substances and those that thwart its growth. According to The American Institute for Cancer Research (http://www.aicr.org/), there are foods that reduce your cancer risk directly and indirectly. Those that reduce risk directly contain cancer fighting compounds.…

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    innovative and successful forms of cancer treatments of the modern world. It can successfully treat and cure approximately 50 unique forms of cancer1, utilizing alpha, beta and gamma radiation to destroy or damage cancer cells2. This helps prevent the rapid multiplication of the destructive cells, with minimal impact upon the somatic cells surrounding the cancerous area, and treats both primary, and advanced forms of the disease. This treatment can reduce the size of the cancer, and can relieve…

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    Becoming A Vegan Essay

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    “How Not to Die” by Dr. Michael Greger [Amazon link], I became convinced that becoming a vegan is the way to better health and vitality. In his book, Dr. Greger discusses the many reasons why a plant-based diet is the path to avoiding diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s. Although it took an extraordinarily long 500-page book to make his point, the fact is that Dr. Greger did such a good job of putting the scientific facts in a convincing way that I’ve decided to change my diet once and for…

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    Tobacco smoke contains more than 7,000 chemicals, some of which contribute to tobacco dependence.[1] However, nicotine is the major chemical component in tobacco that is responsible for addiction.[2] Nicotine can be readily absorbed through the mucosa of the mouth, nose, and lungs. It can also be readily absorbed through the skin.[2] With tobacco smoking, nicotine reaches the brain in 10 seconds.[1] Once in the brain, nicotine stimulates the release of the neurotransmitter dopamine, which is…

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    Obesity is an epidemic of excess. It is everywhere, in every neighborhood, school, and workplace. Obesity is more than just a cosmetic concern; it does impact the way we look but also can change lives forever. It can lead individuals to heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes type 2, and high cholesterol. There are psychological effects connected with obesity. Obese children are more prone to depression, negative body image, and low self-esteem. Obesity can be stopped without the need…

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