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What is fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is actually a common syndrome, not disease, with a cluster of signs and symptoms... Full Answer

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What causes fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia currently has no single cause, but experts know that there is something going on in... Full Answer

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What is Sharecare?
Sharecare is a consumer friendly website where you can get information from a variety of trusted,... Full Answer

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What happens during a heart attack?
Heart attacks occur when plaque, resulting from cholesterol, cause your body to build clots on the... Full Answer

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How can I manage stress?
Stress is the body's way of fighting or fleeing its way out of a bad situation. Manage stress by... Full Answer

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How can I maintain my weight?
Maintain your weight by monitoring the calories that you consume and the calories that you expend.... Full Answer

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What are the risk factors for Alzheimer's disease?
Age, genetic, and serious head injuries are all risk factors for Alzheimer's disease. Every 5 years... Full Answer

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What really causes aging?
Aging is caused 30% by genetics and 70% by lifestyle choices. Bad lifestyle choices like being... Full Answer

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What diet is healthiest for your skin?
Your skin covers 16 square feet and weighs about 10 lbs, so take care of it by eating foods that... Full Answer

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What causes dark circles and bags under the eyes?
Dark circles can be caused by genetics, or if your parents or sibling has dark circles you may have... Full Answer

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What are the symptoms of hypothyroidism?
Symptoms of hypothyroidism can include feeling fatigue and weak, dry, pale skin, constipation, and... Full Answer

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How can I tell if I am having heartburn, angina or a heart attack?
Heart problems or heart pain is generally very severe and increases in severity overtime, where... Full Answer

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What causes heartburn?
If you are overweight, wear tight fitting clothes, or are pregnant you may experience heartburn due... Full Answer

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What causes bad breath (halitosis)?
Bad breath can be caused by plaque build up, left over food substances, or bacteria around your... Full Answer

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Should I drink in moderation to protect my heart?
Modest to low intake of alcohol on a regular basis has been known to decrease your chance of a... Full Answer

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