Protein C is a vitamin-K-dependent anticoagulant protein manufactured in the liver and circulated in the
Defects can occur for a wide variety of reasons in the clotting or anticlotting mechanisms,...
For the past 3 or 4 years, my internist has done a C-reactive protein test on me. My most recent high-sensitivity CRP was 3.1, which she... Read more »
What goes around, comes around. Or something like that. I've never been good with popular sayings. But trends in nutrition, especially... Read more »
In 1973, the late Dr. Robert Atkins published his first book entitled “Dr. Atkins’ Diet Revolution: the high calorie way to stay thin... Read more »
Pregnancy Tracker: 21 weeks, 3 days Size of the Baby: 10.5 ounces Biggest Obstacle: I'm tired because we're moving this weekend! ... Read more »
Modern life subjects modern humans to stresses our ancestors did not encounter. Early humans (who contributed our genetic background)... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hypertension places stress on several organs (called target organs), including the kidneys, eyes, and heart, causing them to deteriorate over time.... Read more »
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: High Blood Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a fat-like substance that is an integral structural component of the cell membrane and also plays an important role in the production... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
ReferencesAppel LJ, Brands MW, Daniels SR, Karanja N, Elmer PJ, Sacks FM. Dietary approaches to prevent and treat hypertension: a scientific... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Most physical exams include a blood pressure reading. Patients should not smoke, exercise, or drink caffeinated beverages within 30 minutes before... Read more »
It is estimated that 1 in every 3 Americans has hypertension, more commonly referred to as high blood pressure. These numbers are cause for much... Read more »