Anemia
Retail Spices Recalled in Salmonella Scare
Whole Foods, Frontier Brand Spices Recalled as Salmonella Outbreak Expands.
Some Whole Foods and Frontier Natural Products spices have been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination of pepper included in the products.
Salmonella contamination of salami products that sickened over 249 people in 44 states has been traced to red and black pepper used in the [...]
How Do I Know If I Have Anemia?
To diagnose anemia, your doctor will likely do the following:
Take your medical history
Perform a physical exam
Order laboratory tests
You can help by providing detailed answers about your symptoms, family medical history, diet, medications you take, alcohol intake, and ethnic background. Your doctor will look for symptoms of anemia and other physical clues that might [...]
Understanding Anemia - Symptoms
What Are the Symptoms?
The symptoms of anemia vary according to the type of anemia, the underlying cause, and any underlying health problems. Anemia may be associated with other medical conditions such as hemorrhage, ulcers, menstrual problems or cancer — and specific symptoms of those conditions may be noticed first.
The body also has a remarkable ability [...]
Understanding Anemia - the Basics
Anemia is a condition that develops when your blood lacks enough healthy red blood cells. These cells are the main transporters of oxygen to organs. If red blood cells are also deficient in hemoglobin, then your body isn’t getting enough iron. Symptoms of anemia — like fatigue — occur because organs aren’t getting enough oxygen.
Anemia [...]
