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The Thyroid Stories

The Thyroid

The thyroid gland lies in front of the neck and has two lobes connected by an isthmus. It is an endocrine organ whose responsibility is to secrete a hormone that controls the body's growth and metabolism. (Read more about The Thyroid)

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Types of Teeth and Tooth Decay Stories

Types of Teeth and Tooth Decay

In this animation we will show the different types of adult teeth. What actually causes tooth decay and how that process can be prevented? (Read more about Types of Teeth and Tooth Decay)

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COLON POLYPS AND CALCIUM Stories

COLON POLYPS AND CALCIUM

You might be taking calcium to protect your bones, but did you know you’re getting a double benefit from the supplement? Calcium protects you against colon polyps. There are now several studies that show calcium and vitamin D do indeed work to prevent colon polyps. The latest research shows that colon polyps are the most dangerous types of polyps--those that are most likely to turn cancerous. (Read more about COLON POLYPS AND CALCIUM)

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POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME STUDY Stories

POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME STUDY

Polycystic ovarian syndrome can be a source of much distress to premenopausal women.
Ellen Bender loves the role of being mom. At 43, she considers herself fortunate. After multiple rounds of infertility treatments she now has two beautiful girls. Her infertility was just one battle she has fought with her lifelong disease known as polycystic ovary syndrome. “I was in my teens I had gotten my first period but they were irregular,” says Ellen. “I couldn’t get excused from gym class as regularly as my friends.” (Read more about POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME STUDY)

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