Archive for "May 8th, 2009"

WHAT IS THE SKIN? (PART 2)

The dermis in turn is supported by the subcutaneous tissue, which in reality is a specialized layer of the dermis. It is more loosely arranged and has specialized in the formation of fat. The thickness of the subcutaneous tissue varies greatly in different parts of the body and even between the sexes. Its main function [...]

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LOW-FAT AND LOW G.I. SNACK FOODS

Raisin toast (Burgen™ bread); Low-fat milkshake or smoothie; An apple; Low-fat fruit yoghurt; Dried apricots; Peaches and plums; Baked beans; An orange; Popcorn; A glass of low-fat milk; Leanne was seven and a half months pregnant when she developed gestational diabetes. Her doctor advised her to keep her blood sugar level after meals less than [...]

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ACCURACY OF MEASURES OF FATNESS

The advantage of weight is that it is a simple, accurate and reliable measurement. The accuracy of any measure of body fatness, as with other physical and psychological tests, can be gauged in at least three ways; by its validity, reliability and sensitivity. Each of these are scored on a scale from 0 to 1.0, [...]

BABY AND CHILDHOOD URINARY TRACT DISORDERS: HOW THE URINARY SYSTEM WORKS

The kidneys and bladder and its intricate system of tubes (many of them microscopic) form a very valuable filtering system for the body. During its journey around the body, all blood regularly pays a visit to the kidneys. There it is filtered in a rapid and wondrous manner through the renal network. Impurities the body [...]

BABY AND CHILDHOOD ILLNESSES: TEMPER TANTRUMS

Considering the complexities of the life of a child, it is often amazing they do not lose their tempers more often! They are not born with self-control. They have to learn it. Temper is due to anger, plus a sense of insecurity, plus helplessness. Many children can cope extremely well, but others seem involved in [...]