(c) An extract from a novel by Samuel Richardson, Clarissa, 1740. vol. 1, Letter VIII. The novel is written entirely as a sequence of letters. 5 10 15 20 25 30 Feb. 15. In the evening, WHAT my brother and sister have said against me I cannot tell; but I am in heavy disgrace with my father. I was sent for down to tea. I went with a very cheerful aspect; but had occasion soon to change it. Such a solemnity in everybody's countenance! My mother's eyes were fixed upon the tea-cups, and when
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too compelling to ignore. There are numerous health problems due to obesity. In addition, being overweight is not just a cosmetic problem; it’s a health hazard for everybody. Some disease include heart disease, stroke, diabetes, high blood pleasure, gout, cancer, gallbladder disease, gall stone, breathing problems, and asthma. Studies have shown that people who are obese are at an increased risk for chronic diseased compared to normal weight individuals. Children suffering from obesity are physiologically
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This is a major epidemic in our country and is one of the leading causes of health problems. Obesity leads to health issues such as: heart disease and stroke, high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, gallbladder disease, gallstones, osteoarthritis and gout. At the grocery store the other day I saw a gentleman, somewhat overweight, pushing a cart full of soda, chips, macaroni and cheese, and some other items of which had absolutely no nutritional value. I asked myself why this overweight man chose to
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R. Magpantay Bonieve M. Pagcaliwangan Pansit-Pansitan, Ulasimang-Bato Scientific name: Peperomia pellucida Uses: • Arthritis • Gout • Skin boils, abscesses, pimples • Headache • Abdominal pains • Kidney problems Submitted by Marilyn R. Silao Mayana Scientific name: Plectranthus scuttelarioides Uses: • Internally for diarrhea • Against intestinal
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Introduction: Metformin (1, 1 Dimethylbiguanide hydrochloride ®Glucophage) is a semisynthetic biguanide derived from the alkaloide substance galegine of a herbaceous plant Galega officinalis (gout rue). It is the only member of beguanide class of oral hypoglycemic drug, [1] generally accepted as a first line treatment for type 2 non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM).[2] Metformin exist as a hydrophilic cation, reduces the blood glucose levels by overwhelming hepatic gluconeogenesis and
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John Calvin was born in France on July 10, 1509. He was raised in a very faithful Roman Catholic household. Calvin’s father had a job in the local Cathedral as an administrator working for the confined bishop in that area at the time. Later on, his father suggested that he should be the priest of the cathedral. At the young age of 14 years old, to get ready for his future in the University, he went to Paris to study at the College de Marche. While there, he studied up to seven different subjects
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Fat-soluble vitamins | Significant sources | Deficiency | Toxicity | Vitamin A * Retinol * Retinal * Retinoic acid * Carotenoid : beta-carotene (precursors)Functions : * Vision maintenance of cornea, epithelial cells, mucous membranes, skin; * bone and tooth growth; * reproduction; immunity | Retinol: fortified milk, cheese,cream, butter, fortified margarine, eggs, liverBeta-carotene: spinach and other dark leafy greens; broccoli, deep orange fruits (apricots, cantaloupe) and
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muscles. The disorders can range from being acute to chronic, diffuse or focal. The chances of a person developing musculoskeletal disorders increase with age, but they are more common among the elderly. The disorders can range from back pain and gout, as well as rheumatoid arthritis, musculoskeletal pain and tendinitis. Treatments vary depending on the age of the patient, and there is a need for physicians to intervene early before the disease progresses to ensure better chances of recovery.
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of the world’s most common parasites. Gertrude B. Elion is also credited with the discovery of many other influential medications such as Allopurinol (Zyloprim), Trimethoprim (Septra), and Acyclovir (Zovirax). Allopurinol (Zyloprim) is used to treat gout, kidney disease, and kidney stones
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7.13-16) Even so, this leads him to the point of hallucination before the killing Duncan. His hallucination was described as, “A dagger of the mind, a false creation...Mine eyes are made the fools o' th' other senses...And on thy blade and dudgeon gouts of blood... It is the bloody business which informs”. (Act 2 Scene 1 38 - 48) The dagger covered with blood represents the blood course on which MacBeth is going to take to kill
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