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What are probiotics and should I be taking them regularly?

posted by http://lan2005.livejournal.com/http://lan2005.livejournal.com/ 965 days, 16 hours, 43 minutes ago
Wednesday, September 30, 2009 3:29:54 AM GMT
What are probiotics and should I be taking them regularly? Brennan J. Robertson's Response Probiotics are dietary supplements containing potentially beneficial live organisms, which most often consist of "friendly" bacteria or yeast that are similar to the natural microorganisms found in the human gut. There is reportedly a wide range of potential benefits to probiotic therapy, from supporting overall health to the treatment of certain illnesses, but research is limited. Advocates of their usage believe... (more)
category: Science & Research | clicked: 0 | comment | | source: health.lifestyle.yahoo.ca
tags: blood pressure, cholesterol, colon cancer, inflammation, irritable bowel syndrome, mineral absorption, probiotics
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Nephron - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

published 970 days, 3 hours, 9 minutes ago posted by http://lan2005.livejournal.com/http://lan2005.livejournal.com/ 970 days, 17 hours ago
Friday, September 25, 2009 5:04:00 PM GMT Friday, September 25, 2009 3:13:07 AM GMT
Nephron (from Greek νεφρός [nephros] meaning "kidney") is the basic structural and functional unit of the kidney. Its chief function is to regulate the concentration of water and soluble substances like sodium salts by filtering the blood, reabsorbing what is needed and excreting the rest as urine. A nephron eliminates wastes from the body, regulates blood volume and blood pressure, controls levels of electrolytes and metabolites, and regulates blood pH. Its functions are vital to life and are regulated ... (more)
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tags: aldosterone, antidiuretic, blood pressure, blood volume, endocrine system, kidney, metabolites. blood pH, Nephron, parathyroid, pH level
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Foods that Heal

published 977 days, 14 hours, 40 minutes ago posted by http://lan2005.livejournal.com/http://lan2005.livejournal.com/ 981 days, 15 minutes ago
Friday, September 18, 2009 5:32:34 AM GMT Monday, September 14, 2009 7:57:39 PM GMT
Back to top apples Protects your heart prevents constipation Blocks diarrhea Improves lung capacity Cushions joints apricots Combats cancer Controls blood pressure Saves your eyesight Sheilds against Alzheimer's Slows aging proce artichokes (more)
category: Science & Research | clicked: 1 | comment | | source: www.tqnyc.org
tags: Alzheimer, apples, apricots, artichokes, Blocks diarrhea, blood pressure, cancer, cancer-treatment, eyesight, Improves lung capacity, prevents constipation, Protects your heart
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The Beginner's Guide To Diet, Nutrition & Healthy Eating

published 977 days, 14 hours, 40 minutes ago posted by http://lan2005.livejournal.com/http://lan2005.livejournal.com/ 981 days, 29 minutes ago
Friday, September 18, 2009 5:32:34 AM GMT Monday, September 14, 2009 7:44:01 PM GMT
A FREE guide to diet, nutrition and healthy eating. From calories, protein, carbs and fat to sodium, fiber and cholesterol. Learn how to set up your own healthy diet. (more)
category: Dieting & Fitness | clicked: 2 | comment | | source: www.acaloriecounter.com
tags: blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, healthy diet, heart desease, How much should I eat, What should I eat, What shouldn't I eat