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Resveratrol Supplements

Several studies have stated that resveratrol is a key regulator of energy metabolism and could increase the lifespan in some animal species.

4 Mar 2010

Resveratrol in Wines and Grapes

Resveratrol is strongly associated with red grapes and the red wine made from grapes.

4 Mar 2010

Resveratrol has been much studied over the last 20 years, because of its promise as an elixir of youth and health. Research proves that it does have anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-platelet and anti-cancer effects. But how exactly does it work?

4 Mar 2010

Oxidative Stress and Antioxidants

Oxidative stress is a pathological state that arises when free radicals (collectively known of as reactive oxygen species or ROS) chemically interact with and damage biological molecules. Oxidative stress research has largely focused on the role and effects of antioxidants in protecting these molecules from damage.

2 Mar 2010

Oxidative Stress and Oxidants

Oxidative stress refers to a pathological state that arises from the damage caused by free radicals (collectively known of as reactive oxygen species, ROS) when they interact with molecules in the body.

2 Mar 2010

Oxidative Stress Effects

Oxidative stress describes a state of physiological stress in the body that arises from exposure to high levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS) relative to the level of neutralizing antioxidants.

2 Mar 2010

What is Oxidative Stress?

Oxidative stress is caused by an imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen and a biological system's ability to readily detoxify the reactive intermediates or easily repair the resulting damage.

2 Mar 2010

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Prognosis

Although there is no cure for OSA, the prognosis for patients is very good if properly treated and managed.

2 Mar 2010

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatments

There are a number of treatment options for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which vary according to its severity.

2 Mar 2010

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Diagnosis

Diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) begins with a complete medical and sleep history and medical exam. This can include detailed questions about patterns, duration, and quality of sleep; prevalence and frequency of snoring; daytime fatigue; and morning symptoms of sore throat or headache.

2 Mar 2010

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Pathophysiology

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleep disorder whereby breathing repeatedly stops due to obstruction and collapse of the pharynx within the upper airway. The pathophysiology underlying OSA is attributable to both anatomical (structural) and neuromuscular (nonstructural) elements.

2 Mar 2010

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Causes

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleeping disorder whereby breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep.

2 Mar 2010

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Symptoms

People who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea experience a host of characteristic symptoms during both the day and night.

2 Mar 2010

What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea?

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is caused by an obstruction of the airways and leads to characteristic signs of disturbed breathing and pauses during sleep. There are various different types of sleep apneas but obstructive sleep apnea is the most common.

2 Mar 2010

Endometriosis Prognosis

Several factors require consideration when deciding on the appropriate treatment approach for women affected by endometriosis.

1 Mar 2010

Endometriosis Treatments

There is no cure for endometriosis. In most patients, the condition resolves with menopause, as the hormone (estrogen) that influences the growth of endometrial tissue declines and the tissue begins to shrink and ultimately resolve. During the reproductive years, the aim of treatment is to provide relief from symptoms such as pain and heavy bleeding and to correct or treat infertility.

1 Mar 2010

Endometriosis Diagnosis

Endometriosis is usually diagnosed based on symptoms of the condition. However, not all women suffer from a similar combination or intensity of symptoms. In some women, there may be no underlying symptoms and diagnosis may be made during a fertility assessment, for example. Infertility is one of the major complications of endometriosis.

1 Mar 2010

Endometriosis Pathology

Endometriosis describes a condition where pieces of womb lining tissue or endometrium are deposited outside the womb, in the pelvis or abdomen, for example. The endometrial tissue may occur on the fallopian tubes, ovaries, peritoneum, gut, rectum or vagina.

1 Mar 2010

Endometriosis Symptoms

Symptoms of endometriosis vary between individuals. While some women may experience few or no symptoms, they may be severe in other women and significantly impact on the activities of day-to-day living.

1 Mar 2010