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Endocarditis

Endocarditis is an inflammation of the lining of the heart valves that is most often caused by infection. Most people who develop this condition al...

Cholera

Cholera is a bacterial infection of the small bowel that can cause severe diarrhea and dehydration.

Avens

Avens is listed as a natural source of food flavoring by the Council of Europe.

Angelica

Angelica has a long history. It has been used specifically for digestive and women's reproductive problems and for diseases caused by microorgani...

Ginkgo

The ginkgo tree is one of the oldest types of trees in the world. Ginkgo seeds have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of year...

Breast Cancer

A woman's breast is made up of milk glands and milk ducts, surrounded by fatty tissue and connective supports. Uncontrolled growth of cells in any ...

California Poppy

The California poppy is the state flower of California. Historically, California poppy has been used to relieve insomnia and nervousness.

Stroke

Stroke is a sudden loss of brain function caused by the interruption of blood flow to the brain, as a result of either an ischemic stroke (a blood ...

Pantothenic Acid

Pantothenic acid, also known as vitamin B5, is an essential nutrient, which means that the body needs to get it from food sources. Its name comes f...

Copper

Copper has been mined for thousands of years. Because it is easy to shape, it was commonly used to make tools and pottery. Copper occurs naturall...