their heart. Trans-fatty acids can be harmful and extremely toxic to the liver because of the hydrogenated oils it is found in. they can also cause inflammation. Trans-fat enters the blood stream and can become hard and stiff; this can lead to atherosclerosis. Fiber, which is found in foods such as nuts, grains and beans, is an important part of a person’s diet for a few reasons. Not only does it help to make the person feel fuller, it also aids with the
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Qualification | BTEC Higher National Diploma in Biomedical Science | Level | 5 | Module Name | Biology of Disease | Module Number | BIOM517 | Name of Candidate | Amila Eliyapura |
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Case Studies Weeks 1-4 Advanced Anatomy and Physiology Name: Robert Mixon Student ID#: 4321101 Case Studies – Instructions: Type your answers IN RED and use your textbook and other resources such as the ones listed below to help you answer the questions. Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy: http://www.merck.com/mmpe/index.html MedlinePlus: Medical Dictionary: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/mplusdictionary.html E-medicine from WebMD: http://emedicine.medscape.com/________________________________________
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cardiovascular disease..." (p. 641). Obesity a growing concern; causes significant health risks to individuals whose Body Mass Index (BMI) exceeds the normal limits. Obese individuals are at risk of developing • Cardiovascular disease • Atherosclerosis • Hypertension • Diabetes
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Case #1: Jim and Jane Magnolia have tried for years to conceive a child, with no success. So instead, they have decided to adopt a child. They have found a beautiful little girl named Emma who has been given up by her mother. The child, only two weeks old, was born at the mother’s home and has not received any medical attention beyond that given by EMS during the birth. 1. Should the parents be particularly concerned with Emma’s lack of medical attention? Yes, the child has only been seen by local
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withvitamins,proteins, anti-oxidants and essential nutrients that promote overall good health and well-being.It is placed inhttp://hubpages.com/hub/Health_Benefits_of_Spinachthat Spinachcontains choline and inositol, the substances that help to prevent atherosclerosis orthickening and hardening of arteries. Spinach and alfalfa help stabilizeblood sugaramongdiabetics. Make a drink by getting several handful of spinach, add 3 cups of water. Placeover low heat for one hour. Then strain. Take ½ cup twice a day
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Med. Vascular Surgery The surgical branch dealing with disorders of the circulatory system, which includes arteries, veins and lymphatic vessels, is called vascular surgery. These specialists treat varying conditions, such as aneurysms and atherosclerosis. These are abnormal dilations in vessel walls and narrowing/ hardening of the arteries, respectively. Vascular surgeons are focused on fixing vessels in nearly all parts of the body with the exception of the brain and heart. They also deal with
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Research Paper: Toxicant MOS 5425 – Advanced Toxicology 2/3/2015 Background This paper will compare and contrast a toxin that affects the nervous system, one that affects the endocrine system and another that affects the cardiovascular system. Identify the characteristics that are shared by these toxins and characteristics of these toxins make these toxins vulnerable to toxicity of these specific systems? Central Nervous System Environmental contamination has exposed humans to various metal
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Health Benefits of Swimming Name Institution Professor Course Date I was very nervous the first time I entered in a swimming pool, this came after a long period of persuasion from my friends especially Jeremy, who seems to be a natural leader in the group. It was problematic to gather courage and finally enter into the swimming pool. Then I am not certain that I will be enjoying swimming as my friends do, perhaps with continuous practice and regular exposure in the company of my friends I will
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acute reduction of blood supply to a portion of the myocardium. (Zafari, 2011) Etiology The etiology of MI is predominantly from atherosclerosis i.e. coronary artery narrowing due to plaque formation. Non-modifiable risk factors for atherosclerosis includes: age, sex, family history of premature coronary heart disease, etc. Modifiable risk factors for atherosclerosis includes: smoking or other tobacco use, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia, obesity, sedentary
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