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… Oral Cancer On this page: What is oral cancer? Oral cancer is the growth of abnormal cells in any part of …
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… Warfarin and Vitamin K On this page: Overview … your blood, it's important to eat about the same amount of vitamin K every day. Here's why: Vitamin K normally helps your blood clot so wounds don't …
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… Vitamin D Test On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done … It Feels Risks Results Test Overview A vitamin D test measures the amount of vitamin D in the blood. Your body needs vitamin D to absorb …
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… Oral Rehydration Solutions for Children On this page: … as he or she wants. Ask your doctor if your child needs an oral rehydration solution (ORS) like Pedialyte. Oral rehydration solutions contain the right mix of salt, …
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… Oral Breathing Devices for Snoring On this page: Overview Overview Several oral devices have been tested to treat people with snoring , … device is called a mandibular repositioning device . Some oral breathing devices supply electrical stimulation to the …
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… Oral care for your baby Last updated March 31, 2014 Babies' … adult teeth grow straight and strong and for smiling! Start oral care before baby teeth appear. Use a clean, soft cloth … for dental care Dental Care from birth to six months … Oral care for your baby …
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… Vitamins: Their Functions and Sources On this page: Overview Overview Vitamins are divided into two categories. Water-soluble vitamins These travel freely through the body. The part that …
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… Food Sources of Vitamin K Last updated December 1, 2019 Download PDF … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Food Sources of Vitamin K Information About Vitamin K Vitamin K is a fat soluble vitamin. You need some …
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… Vitamin D and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 … Korean Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Why do I need vitamin D? Vitamin D helps your body absorb and use calcium for strong …
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… Getting Enough Calcium and Vitamin D On this page: … Overview Why is it important to get enough calcium and vitamin D? Your body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium . Calcium keeps your bones and …
