Dictionary of healing techniques and remedies
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Liposuction may become a method for removing noncancerous tumors such as lipomas. Liposuction is often used for contouring the body by removing fat. Lithium is used mostly as a treatment for manic depression. Research shows that lithium stops the herpes virus from multiplying.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1992
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Dictionary of healing techniques and remedies
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Many people are lactose intolerant, meaning they do not have enough lactase in their systems to digest dairy products without stomach discomfort. Lecithin is a substance that could prevent cirrhosis of the liver and reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1992
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Dictionary of healing techniques and remedies
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Researchers are studying leeches for the enzyme hirudin, which is an efficient anticlotting substance. Hirudin would be useful in the treatment of blood clots. Licorice extracts such as triterpenoids are being studied for their ability to fight cancer.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1992
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