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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

WebGERD is caused by regular acid reflux from the stomach into the oesophagus. This is usually due to a defective lower oesophageal sphincter (LOS). Digestion begins in the mouth where food is chewed and mixed with saliva to eventually form a bolus which is propelled to the back of the mouth by the tongue. When you swallow, the peristaltic waves

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Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)

WebLiving and managing. By making the following lifestyle changes you can help manage your PUD: Eat a healthy diet: Choose a healthy, well-balanced diet, full of foods like fruit, vegetables and whole grains, that are high in vitamins that are needed for your body to heal your ulcer effectively. Include probiotics which are good for gut health and are found in …

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High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolaemia)

WebHigh cholesterol, medically known as hypercholesterolaemia, can be part of a broader condition called hyperlipidaemia which occurs when there are too many lipids (fats, like triglycerides and cholesterol) in your blood. Specifically, when you have high cholesterol, it means that there is too much bad cholesterol (LDL) and maybe not enough good

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5 things to know about bone health

WebLow body weight – being small and/or thin. Broken bones or height loss. Modifiable factors for good bone health. Inadequate nutrient intake – not getting enough calcium and vitamin D. Excessive consumption of sodium (in table salt), alcohol and caffeine. An inactive lifestyle. Smoking.

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Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

WebThis means that the force of the pressure inside your blood vessels is elevated and the heart must work harder to pump blood through the body. Over time, this can lead to a weakening of the heart and damage to the blood vessels in other organ systems. Hypertension is a chronic condition that requires long-term management to avoid serious health

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Chronic Kidney Disease

WebWhat causes chronic kidney disease? The South African Medical Journal estimates that 10 % of people worldwide suffer from some degree of CKD, meaning that it is likely some 5 million South Africans over 20 years old may be affected by CKD.. Chronic kidney disease occurs when a disease process damages your kidneys, impairing one or both or their …

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Your Digestive System Problems Explained

WebThis cancer, which affects the large bowel (colon) and the rectum, is common in Western countries. Long-standing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), particularly ulcerative colitis, increases the risk of developing of developing colon cancer.. Up to 25 % of people with colorectal cancer have a family history of the disease.

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Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

WebCoronary artery dissection (SCAD) occurs when there is a tear in the wall of the coronary arteries that supply blood and oxygen to the heart, meaning that blood flow to the heart is reduced. This condition can result in arrhythmias, heart attack and cardiac arrest. SCAD is classified as a type of coronary artery disease and, as such, has the

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Erectile Dysfunction

WebLiving and managing. As cardiovascular disease can increase the risk of erectile dysfunction, the best way to prevent and manage erectile dysfunction is by living a healthy lifestyle and by managing any existing health conditions like diabetes and hypertension .

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Plate model – a practical guide

WebBy dividing the plate into starches, vegetables, proteins and fats, it is easy to determine how much of each food we should eat. Eating a variety of healthy foods in the correct quantities is the aim. This will provide our bodies with enough nutrients – an important step towards a healthy way of eating. This practical model makes it easier to

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

WebWhat is obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)? Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a chronic, debilitating medical condition characterised by obsessions and compulsions.. Obsessions are unwanted, distressing ideas, images or impulses, which repeatedly enter a person’s mind.Compulsions are repetitive thoughts or behaviour that the person feels …

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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

WebAn enlarged prostate gland can block the flow of urine out of the bladder, causing difficulty or discomfort when urinating. BPH is also called benign prostatic hypertrophy, benign prostatic obstruction or benign prostatic enlargement (BPE). BPH is benign, or non-cancerous. While BPH does not cause or lead to cancer, it can occur at the same

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Webcitric acid anhydrous, l-leucine, hydrated silica, polysorbate 20, red beet powder, simethicone. emulsion, sodium carbonate anhydrous, sodium hydrogen carbonate, sorbitol. EFFERFLU C IMMUNE BOOSTER contains sugar alcohol (sorbitol: Orange 339,00 mg, Raspberry 291,00 mg, Blackcurrant 281,00 mg). Contains sweetener (acesulfame …

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South Africans' stress levels have shot up 56% since start

WebKenny says given the far-reaching emotional and financial consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important that adequate attention is given to the mental health needs of the population as it could have long-term implications.

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