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What is celiac disease or gluten intolerance?
Celiac disease (coeliac or gluten intolerance) is defined as a permanent intolerance to gluten. It damages the small intestine but resolves whenever gluten is removed from the diet. Thus, it is a
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Ordering a celiac genetic test is a big step in learning about your genetic risk.
If you have already taken this step, congratulations! If not, the information below should ...
Background
Celiac disease is an intolerance to gluten, which results in damage to the lining of small intestinal, on exposure to foods containing gluten.
Introduction
Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are chronic and complex multifactorial diseases of heart, resulting from both natural and hereditary elements. Because heart diseases are the leading cause of death, a variety of population studies, such as the
Today's PCR tests (not rapid tests, but those going to the labs) owe a big thanks to Yellowstone National Park. The technology used to detect COVID-19 virus uses micro organisms from the hot geysers like
Introduction
Food allergies start early in childhood, though immunity builds over time and most adults can eat almost any food.
Nevertheless, abnormal reactions to food may sometimes persist into adult life. These may be life-threatening food allergies or mild
Living up to the age of 80 or even 90 years is fairly common today.
This wasn’t the case hundred years ago, or even few decades ago.
In fact, the average life expectancy in 1920 was an barely 21 years in
Direct-to-consumer health testing is putting patients at the center of healthcare. As the decision making power moves to the consumer, it allows better engagement to reduce cost while effectively using the limited healthcare ...
Introduction
Thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland located in the throat, next to Adams apple. Despite its small size, thyroid is one of the most important glands.
It plays several important roles. It is critical for a
