The plant contains arbutin, methylarbutin, a bitter principle, ursolic acid, tannic acid, gallic acid, some essential oil and resin, hydroquinones (mainly arbutin, up to 17%), tannins (up to 15%), phenolic glycosides, and flavonoids. The leaves are picked any time during the summer and dried for use in infusions, liquid extracts, medicinal tea bags and tablets. The plant has the following claimed properties: anti-lithic, aromatic, astringent, disinfectant, diuretic, lithontripic, sedative (renal), stimulant (mild), tonic, urinary anti ...

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Bearberry, Bearberry - Medicinal Uses, Bearberry - History and Folklore

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Rowans are excellent small ornamental trees for parks, gardens and wildlife areas. Several of the Chinese species, such as White-fruited rowan (S. glabrescens) are popular for their unusual berry colour, and Sargent's rowan (S. sargentiana) for its exceptionally large clusters of fruit. They are very attractive to fruit-eating birds, which is reflected in the old name "bird catcher". The wood is dense and used for carving and turning and for tool handles and walking sticks. Rowan - My ...

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Rowan, Rowan - Uses, Rowan - Mythology & folklore, Rowan - Folk-medicinal uses, Rowan - Rowan berries as food, Rowan - Etymology and other names

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Feces are also known as scat and scatology is the study of feces. Informally, the word "excrement" has become synonymous with feces; a usage based upon the incorrect belief that feces are a product of excretion. The words shit and doodoo are vulgar terms for feces in English. Coprophagia is the practice of eating feces. This is unusual, but some herbivores with a high-fiber/low-protein diet (such as rabbits) eat their own feces as a normal part of metabolism. Plant matter the animal consumes is digested in two passes, wi ...

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Feces, Feces - Related terminology, Feces - Fecal contamination, Feces - Human feces

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Nutmeg and mace have similar taste qualities, nutmeg having a slightly sweeter and mace a more delicate flavor. Mace is often preferred in light-coloured dishes for the bright orange, saffron-like colour it imparts. In Indian cuisine, nutmeg is used almost exclusively in sweets. In European cuisine, nutmeg and mace are used especially in potato dishes and in processed meat products; they are also used in soups, sauces and baked goods. Japanese varieties of curry ...

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Nutmeg, Nutmeg - Culinary uses, Nutmeg - Essential oils, Nutmeg - Nutmeg butter, Nutmeg - History, Nutmeg - World production, Nutmeg - Risks and toxicity

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World production of nutmegs is estimated to average between 10,000 and 12,000 tonnes per year with annual world demand estimated at 9,000 tonnes; production of mace is estimated at 1,500 to 2,000 tonnes. Indonesia and Grenada dominate production and exports of both products with a world market share of 75% and 20% respectively. Other producers include India, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, Sri Lanka and Caribbean islands such as St. Vincent. The principal import markets are the European Community, the United States, Japan and India. Singapore ...

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Nutmeg, Nutmeg - Culinary uses, Nutmeg - Essential oils, Nutmeg - Nutmeg butter, Nutmeg - History, Nutmeg - World production, Nutmeg - Risks and toxicity

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The large intestine comes after the small intestine in the digestive tract and measures approximately 1.5 meters in length. Although there are differences in the large intestine between different organisms, the large intestine is mainly responsible for storing waste, reclaiming water, maintaining the water balance, and absorbing some vitamins, such as vitamin K. By the time the chyme has reached this tube, almost all nutrients and 90% of the water have been absorbed by the body. At this point some electrolytes like sodium, magnesium, ...

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Colon anatomy, Colon anatomy - Role in digestion, Colon anatomy - Diseases of the colon

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Another type of potato chip, notably the Pringles and Lay's Stax brands, is made by extruding or pressing a dough made from ground potatoes into the familiar potato chip shape before frying. This makes chips that are very uniform in size and shape, which allows them to be stacked and packaged in rigid tubes. In America, the de jure term for Pringles is "crisps", but they are rarely referred to as such. Conversely Pringles may be termed "potato chips" in Europe, ...

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Potato chips, Potato chips - Origins, Potato chips - Seasoned chips, Potato chips - Similar foods, Potato chips - In recipes

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Proton pump inhibitors act by irreversibly blocking the hydrogen-potassium adenosine triphosphatase enzyme system (the K+/H+-ATPase, or more commonly just proton pump) of the gastric parietal cell. The proton pump is the terminal stage in gastric acid secretion, being directly responsible for secreting H+ ions into the gastric lumen, making it an ideal target for inhibiting acid secretion. Targeting the terminal-step in acid production, as well as the irreversible nature of the inhibition, result in a class of drugs that is significantly more effective than H2 ...

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Proton pump inhibitor, Proton pump inhibitor - Clinical Use, Proton pump inhibitor - Mechanism of action, Proton pump inhibitor - Pharmacokinetics, Proton pump inhibitor - Examples of proton pump inhibitors, Proton pump inhibitor - Adverse effects

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Surgery is the preferred treatment and is frequently necessary for diagnosis. Studies have shown that surgery performed by a specialist in gynecologic oncology results in a higher rate of cure. Chemotherapy is used as after surgery to treat any residual disease. Chemotherapy can also be used to treat women who have a recurrence. Radiation therapy is rarely used in ovarian cancer in the United States. ChemoSensitivity Testing is being done by a few labs in the USA. It may or may not be covered by your insurance. It is not snake oil, bu ...

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Ovarian cancer, Ovarian cancer - Causes, Ovarian cancer - Symptoms, Ovarian cancer - Classification, Ovarian cancer - Staging, Ovarian cancer - Treatment, Ovarian cancer - Expectations prognosis, Ovarian cancer - Complications, Ovarian cancer - Victims of ovarian cancer

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Eris has been adopted as the matron deity of the modern Discordian religion. In the process, however, she has lightened up considerably in comparison to the rather malevolent Graeco-Roman original. A quote from the Principia Discordia, the holy book of the Discordian religion, attempts to clear this up: One day Mal-2 consulted his Pineal Gland and asked Eris if She really created all of those terrible things. She told him that She had always liked the Old Greeks, but that they cannot be trusted with historic matters. "They were," She added, ...

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Eris, Eris - Greek Mythology, Eris - Discordian Mythology, Eris - Eris in popular culture, Eris - Discordia in popular culture

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Current recommendations suggest that adults consume 20-35 grams of dietary fiber per day, but the average American's daily intake of dietary fiber is only 14-15 grams. [3] The ADA recommends trying to get most of your dietary fiber from foods you eat, as an important part of consuming variety, nutrition, synergy between nutrients, and possibly phytonutrients. Soluble fiber is found in many foods, including: legumes, (peas, soybeans, and other beans) oats some fruits (particularly apples, bananas), and berries certain vegetables, such as b ...

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Dietary fiber, Dietary fiber - Uses, Dietary fiber - Harmful effects, Dietary fiber - Sources of fiber, Dietary fiber - Fiber supplements, Dietary fiber - Psyllium husk, Dietary fiber - Methylcellulose, Dietary fiber - Polycarbophil, Dietary fiber - Vegetable gums

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La Mettrie's celebration of sensual pleasure was said to have resulted in his early death. Those who disagreed with La Mettrie's philosophy used his death to claim that atheistic sensuality justifiably results in an untimely demise. The French ambassador Tirconnel was very grateful to La Mettrie for curing him of an illness. A feast was given to celebrate the recovery. It is claimed that La Mettrie wanted to show either his power of gluttony or his strong constitution by devouring a large quantity of pâte aux truffes. As a resu ...

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Julien Offray de La Mettrie, Julien Offray de La Mettrie - Life and work, Julien Offray de La Mettrie - Death, Julien Offray de La Mettrie - Selected bibliography

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Menthol is contained in non-prescription products for short-term relief of minor sore throat and minor mouth or throat irritation, for example in lip balms and cough medicines. It is classed as an antipruritic, which reduces itching. Menthol is also contained in combination products used for relief of muscle aches, sprains, and similar conditions, as well as in decongestants. In addition, it is used as an additive in certain cigarette brands, both for flavor and to reduce the throat and sinus irritation caused by smoking. Ment ...

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Menthol, Menthol - History and occurrence, Menthol - Structure, Menthol - Applications, Menthol - Synthesis, Menthol - Chemical properties

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Current recommendations suggest that adults consume 20-35 grams of dietary fiber per day, but the average American's daily intake of dietary fiber is only 14-15 grams. [3] The ADA recommends trying to get most of your dietary fiber from foods you eat, as an important part of consuming variety, nutrition, synergy between nutrients, and possibly phytonutrients. Soluble fiber is found in many foods, including: legumes, (peas, soybeans, and other beans) oats some fruits (particularly apples, bananas), and berriesSee also:

Dietary fiber, Dietary fiber - Uses, Dietary fiber - Harmful effects, Dietary fiber - Guidelines on fiber intake, Dietary fiber - Sources of fiber, Dietary fiber - Fiber supplements, Dietary fiber - Psyllium husk, Dietary fiber - Methylcellulose, Dietary fiber - Polycarbophil, Dietary fiber - Vegetable gums

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The large intestine comes after the small intestine in the digestive tract and measures approximately 1.5 meters in length. Although there are differences in the large intestine between different organisms, the large intestine is mainly responsible for storing waste, reclaiming water, maintaining the water balance, and absorbing some vitamins, such as vitamin K. By the time the chyme has reached this tube, almost all nutrients and 90% of the water have been absorbed by the body. At this point some electrolytes like sodium, magnesium, ...

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Colon anatomy, Colon anatomy - Role in digestion, Colon anatomy - Diseases of the colon, Colon anatomy - Disorders of the colon, Colon anatomy - Colon Subsections, Colon anatomy - Cecum, Colon anatomy - Ascending Colon, Colon anatomy - Transverse Colon, Colon anatomy - Descending Colon, Colon anatomy - Sigmoid colon, Colon anatomy - Rectum

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Border Terriers are generally hardy and long-lived dogs with few health problems; however, they also have a very high resistance to pain and so a Border Terrier, when it is unwell, will very often appear perfectly healthy. Consequently, any sign of illness should be taken very seriously. Due to their low percentage of body fat, Border Terriers are very sensitive to anesthetics and therefore care should be taken in selecting a veterinarian that is aware of this and ...

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Border Terrier, Border Terrier - Appearance, Border Terrier - Temperament, Border Terrier - Health, Border Terrier - History

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The policy value is either the basic sum assured plus the bonuses given (for conventional contracts) or the bid value of a unitised with-profits policy. This value is broadly equivalent to the value of the underlying assets. However, because of the smoothing in the contract this value may exceed the market value of the underlying assets. Without appropriate regulation an insurance company might not have enough money to pay the value of its policies. This was the case with Equitable Life in the UK when the costs of the guarantees promi ...

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With-profits policy, With-profits policy - Types of policy, With-profits policy - Conventional and unitised, With-profits policy - History of with-profits, With-profits policy - Smoothing, With-profits policy - Types of bonus, With-profits policy - Market Value Reduction MVR, With-profits policy - Perceived risk and actual risk, With-profits policy - Regulation, With-profits policy - Reputation

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One method often used for young children (most commonly ages 2-5) is the use of time-outs. A time-out involves isolating the child for a relatively short period of time, generally just a few minutes. Although the giving of time-outs is an extremely common parenting practice, it is also very widely misunderstood and misapplied. Most people think the purpose of time-outs is punishment. However, most child-rearing experts have never advocated using time-outs in this way. Ideally, the time-out is intended to give an over-excited child time to ca ...

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Non-violent child discipline, Non-violent child discipline - Time-outs, Non-violent child discipline - Hugging, Non-violent child discipline - Distraction, Non-violent child discipline - Reason, Non-violent child discipline - Consequences, Non-violent child discipline - Modeling, Non-violent child discipline - Praise and rewards, Non-violent child discipline - Scolding

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He received the Whig nomination for President in 1848, although he had never even bothered to vote before. In fact, he had never even bothered to register, and didn't vote in his own election. His homespun ways were political assets, his long military record would appeal to northerners, and his ownership of slaves would attract southern votes. He also had not previously committed himself on troublesome issues. He ran against the Democratic candidate, Lewis Cass, who favored letting the residents of territories decide for themselves whether t ...

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Zachary Taylor, Zachary Taylor - Early life and military career, Zachary Taylor - Presidency, Zachary Taylor - Cause of death uncertain, Zachary Taylor - Surviving family, Zachary Taylor - Cabinet

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There is some evidence that Roman priests may have burned nutmeg as a form of incense, although this is disputed. It is known to have been used as a prized and costly spice in the Middle Ages. Saint Theodore the Studite was famous for allowing his monks to sprinkle nutmeg on their pease pudding when required to eat it. In Elizabethan times it was believed that nutmeg could ward off the plague, so nutmeg was very popular. Nutmeg was traded by Arabs during the Middle Ages in ...

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Nutmeg, Nutmeg - Culinary uses, Nutmeg - Essential oils, Nutmeg - Nutmeg butter, Nutmeg - History, Nutmeg - World production, Nutmeg - Risks and toxicity

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In low doses, nutmeg produces no noticeable effect on the mind or body. Large doses of 7.5 g or more are dangerous, potentially producing convulsions, palpitations, nausea, eventual dehydration, and generalized body pain. In amounts of 10 g or more it is a mild to medium hallucinogen, producing visual distortions and a mild euphoria similar to that derived from Marijuana. However, use of nutmeg as a recreational drug is unpopular, due to the potential painful physical side effects, the risk of Nutmeg Psychosis (see below) and the inconventie ...

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Nutmeg, Nutmeg - Culinary uses, Nutmeg - Essential oils, Nutmeg - Nutmeg butter, Nutmeg - History, Nutmeg - World production, Nutmeg - Risks and toxicity

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Antibodies to the enzyme tissue transglutaminase (tTG) are found in an overwhelming majority of cases, and cross-react to gluten2. This has led to the theory that they cause the autoimmune attack on the bowel lining (which is high in tTG), prompted by the continuous stimulation by gluten. This reaction happens almost exclusively in patients with human leukocyte antigen types DQ2 and DQ8, which is inherited in families. Over 95% of patients carry one or both of these genes. About 20% of normal people carry HLA-DQ2, which raises the question of what other factors cause a su ...

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Coeliac disease, Coeliac disease - Signs and symptoms, Coeliac disease - Diagnosis, Coeliac disease - Tests, Coeliac disease - Biopsy appearance, Coeliac disease - Causes, Coeliac disease - Pathophysiology, Coeliac disease - Treatment, Coeliac disease - Epidemiology, Coeliac disease - Social impact, Coeliac disease - Lifelong diet, Coeliac disease - Coeliacs and the Eucharist, Coeliac disease - Coeliacs and Passover, Coeliac disease - Footnotes

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