Skin: Ayurveda describes the skin as one among the “PANCHANHANENDRIYAS”. We feel with our skin. The skin is the most exposed part of our body and is hence the most affected area of our body. It is more prone to diseases since the dirt, grime, polluted air and exhaust from the vehicles all gets accumulated [...]

The history of dental amalgams
One of the components of dental amalgam is mercury (in addition to silver, tin, copper and sometimes zinc). All of these components combine to form a bond that is hard, stable and durable, which is why it is used to fill teeth. Mercury is necessary because it triggers the chemical reaction [...]

The first step in the nutrition care process is nutrition assessment. Dietetics staff use nutrition assessment in several ways:
• to determine a person’s current nutrition status and needs,
• to develop a plan for improvement,
• to monitor the outcomes of interventions, and
• to decide when to change the care plan.
Some facilities develop a nutrition screening process [...]

The Alfred Hospital Referral & Management Guidelines Issue Date: December 2006 Page 2 Latest Update: 20 February, 2008 THE ALFRED SPECIALIST CONSULTING CLINICS APPOINTMENT PRIORITY GUIDE Asthma, Allergy and Clinical Immunology New Appointment Priority Definitions: Immediate -phone Allergy/Respiratory registrar on call on 9076 2000 and/or send to The Alfred Emergency & Trauma Centre 1. Urgent [...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Preface S1
II. Glossary S2
III. Executive Summary S3
IV. Summary Statements S6
V. Classification of Major Food Allergens and Clinical Implications S11
VI. Mucosal Immune Responses Induced by Foods S12
VII. The Clinical Spectrum of Food Allergy S15
VIII. Algorithm and Annotations S18
IX. Prevalence and Epidemiology S21
X. Natural History of Food Allergy S22
XI. Risk Factors and Prevention of [...]

Many different foods can cause food allergic reactions. However, most reactions to foods are not food allergies but some other type of food sensitivity. Food sensitivities may be a food allergy, food intolerance, or food idiosyncrasy. The eight most common food allergens are milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish and shellfish.
Allergies affect the [...]

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What are Migraines?
Migraine headache is a chronic condition affecting approximately 6% of men and 18% of women. Symptoms can be severe, disrupt daily activities, require bed rest, and potentially last for days. The cause of migraines is not completely understood, although is thought to be related to chemicals in the body that cause blood vessels [...]

What is Non-allergic Rhinitis?
Non-allergic rhinitis is a medical condition of unknown cause, leading to symptoms very similar to allergic rhinitis, or hay-fever. Approximately half of people suffering from allergies also have a non-allergic component to their symptoms. Unlike allergies, which can be a seasonal problem, symptoms of non-allergic rhinitis are typically year-round. Non-allergic rhinitis also [...]

What are Prescription Nasal Sprays?
Allergic nasal sprays are the most effective drugs for the treatment of nasal allergy symptoms. They are better than oral antihistamines. Nasal sprays do, but have such as: They must be used regularly to get the best results, and many people do not like the idea of drugs that put them [...]