CRP blood test
CRP (C-Reactive Protein) blood test measures the levels of a special protein produced by the liver during infection or acute inflammation. Usually blood does not contain CRP. CRP blood tests are often done to diagnose rhematic fever, cancer, tuberculosis, pnemonia or heart attack. Often CRP test is suggested along with ESR blood test to check for rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. Pregnant women or women on oral contraceptives may notice positive CRP in the blood. Since CRP blood test is indicative of inflammation in the blood, it is an important predictor of heart problems.
Diets
We have a collection of articles on a wide range of diets in the main articles section of Targetwoman.
Gout Diet - Deposition of uric acid in the joints ...
Whey Protein - The goodness of essential amino acids ...
Aerobics - Physical exercise that increases the heart rate and body intake of oxygen ...
Yoga - Develop a calm and stress free mind in a fit body ...
Diabetic Diet Plan - Read up on how you can bring about a diet and lifestyle change to tackle diabetes ...
Fad Diet - Find out how to identify fad diets that are nutritionally skewed and calorie restrictive ...
Dash Diet - Recommends dietary modifications to the typical American diet ...
3 Day Diet Strategy - A diet strategy for quick loss of pounds ...
Ketogenic Diet - Avoid the unpleasant side effects associated with Anti epilepsy drugs ...
Zone Diet Plan - The forty thirty thirty diet ...
South Beach Diet - Information on the South Beach Diet and some simple diet plans ...
Gall Bladder Diet - Partake of leaner meats and low fat substitutes ...
Low Cholesterol Diet - Is your diet good for your heart? ...
Scarsdale Diet Plan - A rigid diet outline that has to be followed for 7-14 days ...
Vitamin B2
This is essential for converting carbohydrates into energy and produce red blood cells. Significantly, this vitamin is important for vision. Vitamin B2 or Riboflavin is essential for fat and protein metabolization. Vitamin B2 boosts the immune system, maintains healthy hair and helps functioning of the nervous system. Deficiency of Vitamin B2 can lead to acne, muscle cramps, carpal tunnel syndrome and migraine headache. Best natural sources of Riboflavin are meat, eggs, legumes, nuts, dairy products, green leafy vegetables, broccoli, asparagus, and fortified cereals.
RDA - Recommended Daily Allowance:
Adults - Men: 1.3 mg
Adults - Women: 1.1 mg
Pregnant Women: 1.4 mg
Breastfeeding Women: 1.6 mg
Vitamin B2 is generally well tolerated and rarely produces adverse side effects like sensitivity to light with high doses. Supplements of Riboflavin can result in bright yellow urine.
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