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Glossary of Food-Related Terms - All food related terms, as well as diseases and disorders. Alphabet bar for easy searching.

Update on Nutraceuticals: dot Pharmacy - Also referred to as functional foods. A definition and look at spreading fats, yoghurts and probiotics, cereal and grains, drinks, legal issues and government views.

Binge Eating Disorder - Diagnosis and treatment of binge eating disorder.

Statement on Sodium Intake and High Blood Pressure - NIH News Release: An article about hypertension prevention and management and the intake of sodium.

Food Safety Information from NC State - Food Safety information and resources for consumers, educators, researchers and absolutely anyone that wants to know more about preventing foodborne illness. Foods are presented in categories for easy searching.

Nutrient Deficiency Diseases - Information about diseases caused by lack of nutrients, including kwashiorkor, scurvy, cretinism, goiter and rickets.

Medical Foods - FDA/CFSAN Office of Special Nutritionals: Explaniation as to what these are, how the FDA over sees them and how to get more information.

Action Guide for Healthy Eating - Quick and easy tips to improve you health on fats, fruits and vegetables and whole grains. A guide designed to make it easy to fit low-fat, high-fiber eating into busy schedules.

A Pinch of Controversy Shakes Up Dietary Salt - An article over the use of salt, a scientific look, regulating the intake, the bodies need for salt and reducing the intake.

Mucopolysaccharidoses - Information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).

Morbid Obesity - Obesity sometimes is viewed as the adverse outcome of inappropriate eating and the failure of self discipline on the part of those afflicted. Read information on Carnie Wilson and weight loss.

Obesity: Is it an Eating Disorder? - FAQ provided by the Anorexia Nervosa and Related Eating Disorders, Inc. answers questions about definitions of obesity, health risks, weight-loss pills, and what can be done.

Excessive Appetite - A discussion about small weight losses and gains and setting some goals.

Roles of Mental Health Professionals in Multidisciplinary Medically Supervised Treatment Programs for Obesity - Paper presenting a case management model, assessment for treatment planning, clinical practice model, and behavioral health treatment options.

Association of Morbid Obesity Support - Support for bariatric obesity surgery patients and those considering this weight loss procedure.

First Federal Obesity Clinical Guidelines - Identification, evaluation, and treatment of overweight and obesity in adults reviewed by 115 health experts at major medical and professional societies.

NAASO: The North American Association for the Study of Obesity - An interdisciplinary society whose purpose is to develop, extend and disseminate knowledge in the field of obesity.

The Complexity of Obesity - Discussion of the health, holistic, and other features of this disorder provided by Inner Self magazine.

Barbara's Obesity Meds and Research News - Plain-language information on obesity medications, weight loss and diet studies written for professionals and patients.

How to Spot a Dubious Diet Book - From a scientific perspective written by George R. Kerr, M.D., American Council on Science and Health.

The Obesity Awareness and Solutions Trust - Information on the prevention and management of obesity.

Uncommon Courage - Information on eating disorders, size discrimination toward women and children, bodysize issues, health concerns and support.

Obesity Week - News and comprehensive information about the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of obesity.

Donald B. Brown Research Chair on Obesity - A Laval University center dedicated to research, communication and education on obesity.

Rochester Center for Obesity Research - Rochester Hills, Michigan.

Obesity-diet.com - European-based, professional web site dealing with diet and obesity. It is meant for the general public.

Obesity and the Zone - High carbohydrate diets, avoid illness, the insulin connection, heart disease, aging, food theory, and links.

Obesity on Medbroadcast.com - Classes of obesity and causes in adulthood.

HealthLink MCW - An article about the health problems related to severe obesity.

Human Choriogonadotropin and Obesity Treatment - A discussion about oral administration of Human Choriogonadotropin significantly decreases subcutaneous fat in dieting obese patients.

Obesity - Definition, causes, dieting, when to see the doctor, medical tests, from Healthanswers.com.

Understanding Adult Obesity - An in depth look at this disorder and how it is measured, causes, consequences, treatment, research and additional reading.

Obesity - Key recommendations and advice on choosing a good program to follow.

Obesity Overview Articles - Obesity has commonly been viewed as the adverse outcome of inappropriate eating and the failure of self discipline on the part of those afflicted. A look at what this really is and some of the causes and different types.

Veritas Medicine - Clinical trial listings for obesity. Perform a personalized search to find ongoing trials that match your needs.

Weight Loss Tips - Ten points to help you from Clinical Psychologist, Thomas D. Yarnell, Ph.D.

Michael D. Myers M.D. Inc. - General background information on obesity. Includes the prevalence, a definition, causes, medical complications and treatments.

Ace Zones: Obesity - Links to articles with information about obesity.

Health Link MCW - An article about the search for genes responsible for human obesity.

Lose Weight Gain Health - From Roche Pharmaceutical, provides practical advice on healthy eating, diet, obesity and losing weight.

Childhood Obesity - Find out more about overeating and weight problems in children and how to deal with them.

The Scientific Definition of Obesity and its Dangers - Prevalence, etiology, complications, and suggested treatments abstracted from the Western Journal of Medicine.

Obesity - Definition in the Medline Plus Medical Encyclopedia. Illustration, alternative names, considerations, common causes, and home care.

Surgeon General Asks Communities To Address Obesity - Community-based strategies, statistics, costs attributed to overweight and obesity, asthma, Type 2 diabetes, BMI calculator, and comments from the US Surgeon General, David Satcher.

WebMD Health - Consumer health site, symptoms, causes and treatments, calorie calculator and health toll.

Obesidad.net - Treat your obesity disease with free weight loss tips, diets and nutrition advice. Ask Dr. Goldberg and health forum.

Self-Discovery through Obesity - We are conditioned in this society to only think of the tangible, physical aspects of the world around us, and so the main emphasis regarding obesity for many years has been food and diet. And yet eating is not the issue.

Primary Amyloidosis - Mayo Clinic Rochester answers questions on Amyloidosis including what it is, who gets it, what its symptoms are, diagnosis, and treatment.

Amyloidosis - Blood Vessel - A picture of group of proteins arranged in a B-pleated sheet affecting a blood vessel.

Amyloid Treatment and Research Center - Contains information about their program, personnel, publications, how to send biopsy material, and how to get to the Boston Medical Center.

Amyloidosis - MedicineNet.com: With its definition, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Amyloidosis Support Network - Provide complete, integrated, easy-to-reach support and information to existing information and referrals for other sources of help. Primarily for patients and their families struggling with the disease.

Indiana University Amyloid Research and Treatment Center - This site defines amyloidosis and describes current research as well as treatment options. It also introduces the personnel and facilities of the center.

Immunopathology - Amyloidosis - Detailed information about this disease by Robert C. Mellors, M.D., Ph.D. of the Cornell University Medical College.

Head and Neck Manifestations of Amyloidosis - Written by J. Cary Moorhead, MD for the Baylor College of Medicine.

Heart - Amyloidosis - Picture of the heart affected by amyloidosis by the Urbana Atlas of Pathology.

Symptoms of Amyloidosis - Ask the doctor medical forum for patients hosted by Med Help. A brief look at this disease and the symptoms.

Amyloidosis - Join a support group for this disease and links to other sites.

Long-term AL Primary Amyloidosis - A case study. Some very explicit pictures.

Amyloidosis: NORD - A list of alternative names and a general discussion about this disease.

Peripheral Neuropathy and Amyloidosis - Ask the doctor medical forum for patients hosted by Med Help.

Liver Amyloidosis - A gross specimen of a liver by Urbana Atlas of Pathology.

Amyloidosis - The Merck Manual: A discussion about amyloid production, the different types of this disease and their signs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments.

Porphyria Page - A patient guide for all people with this disorder. Compiled by Professor Michael Moore.

The American Porphyria Foundation - Non-profit organization advancing awareness, research, and treatment of Porphyria. Fact sheets and links to related resources.

Porphyrias: Diagnosis and Treatment - Clinical manifestations, diagnosis, etiology and treatment of six types of porphyrias are discussed.

King George II and Porphyria - Talks about the symptoms of porphyria affecting King George III who ruled England during the American revolution.

Canadian Porphyria Foundation - Mission statement, objectives of the organization, newsletters and safe and unsafe drugs. Also: A Guide to Porphyria - a complete booklet of information.

Porphyria Hub - Links to overviews, full text articles, diagnosis and treatment and research projects.

Diagnosing the Porphyrias - An article by Thomas G. DeLoughery, Associate Professor of Medicine.

Porphyria: The Unknown Disease - Genetic metabolic disorder. Overview of types, testing and diagnosis, and links.

Porphyria - A look at the different types of these disease and some of their characteristics.

EPP - Short for Erythropoetic ProtoPorhyria, which is a rare metabolic disease. A personal site about this disorder, one of the family of porphyrias.

Me and AIP - Acute Intermittent Porphyria. A personal experience with this disease touching on nutrition, diet, doctors and a healthier safer chemically free environment.

Acute Intermittent Porphyria Forum - Information and links about Porph. Includes registration form for an email list.

Prophyria in Charlottesville - An e-mail sent to Professor Huskey from a person working on a rescue squad.

Suite 101 - Offers links and articles about Porphyria.

Porphgroup - An e-mail group at Yahoo dealing with the metabolic disease porphyria.

Porphyria - From Yahoo Groups. E-mail list for people with Porphyria. Friends, families and care givers are welcome.

Porphyria: The Woman Who Has The Vampire Disease - Review on this book on porphyria written by Lenore B. Weinstein.

Do You Need a Multivitamin/Mineral Supplement? - Questions about your own eating habits to determine by a point system whether one is obtaining enough nutrients.

Introduction to Coenzyme Q10 - Peter H. Langsjoen, M.D., F.A.C.C. gives a definition, history, deficiency, frequently asked questions and the future of this vitamin.

Consensus Statement on Optimal Calcium Intake Published in JAMA - Answers all questions about the intake of calcium from birth on through each age.

Vitamin-Deficiency Diseases - Medic-Planet: A discussion on vitamins and our health. A list of the vitamins, their roles, alternate names, deficiency and food sources.

Magnesium: We Don't Appear To Be Getting Enough - Science News Online: A look at the different uses for this mineral such as for high blood pressure, headaches and what foods to find this mineral in.

Linus Pauling Lectures on Vitamin C and Heart Disease - Two-time Nobel laureate and the world's foremost vitamin C proponent. An article about the man and the vitamin.

An FDA Guide to Dietary Supplements - A framework for FDA regulation of dietary supplements, requiring consumers, as well as manufacturers, to be responsible for checking the safety of these products and determining the truthfulness of their label claims.

Magnesium Deficiencies - Reviews Mitral Valve Prolapse as a symptom of a magnesium deficiency as well as Anxiety and Psychiatric Disorders, Asthma, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and many other disorders.

Drkoop.com: Beriberi - Overview of this vitamin deficiency disease, caused by a lack of vitamin B1-thiamine.

Diagnosing Beriberi in Emergency Situations - Article covers different types of beriberi and how to correctly diagnose them.

Beriberi - FPnotebook.com gives in point form what this disorder is, the causes, symptoms, signs, lab results, diagnosis and x-ray results.

Beriberi - A look at the first case reported of this disease back in 1642.

Beriberi Treatment Guide - Non drug and drug treatment guide for this disease.

Beriberi - A brief description, touching on the causes, symptoms, the two types and treatment.

Vitamin A Deficiency and the Prevalence of Xerophthalmia in Southern Rwanda - Study conducted on the population of countries of sub-Saharan Africa. Methods, data analysis, and results.

General Practice Notebook - Xerophthalmia - Clinical features and treatment of this eye disorder.

Dr. Joseph Goldberger and the War on Pellagra - Informative article on the history of this disorder.

Pellagra - A discussion on niacin and how its absorbed, deficiencies, diet recommendations, food sources and toxicity.

Pellagra: Medic-Planet - A definition of this disease, causes, incidence, symptoms, progression, treatment and prevention.

Pellagra: mylifepath.com - A definition, description, causes and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, prevention and further reading.

Pellagra - A brief description of this disease and its symptoms and treatment.

Pellagra - Overview - Adam.com looks at this disorder, its alternate names and symptoms.

Menkes Disease - An information sheet this disease including treatment and prognosis.

Menkes' Syndrome - An in depth look at this syndrome starting with alternate names. Clinical features, diagnosis and clinical management are a few to the topics covered.

Menkes Syndrome - A definition and a look at the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and reference.

Menkes Syndrome - In depth look at this disease including the following, description, clinical features, biochemical and other features, molecular genetics, diagnosis and clinical management.

Friends of Alexander Deihl - A non-profit organization established to help children and their families who have been affected by a crippling disorder or are terminally ill. About Menkes' Syndrome with support.

Menkes Support Group - At eGroups: Open to anyone interested in making friends, sharing information and providing support for persons affected by "Menkes Kinky Hair Syndrome"

Osteomalacia - An explanation of this disease and its causes.

Osteomalacia as a Cause of Chronic Pain - A case study of a 36-year-old woman presented with a three-year history of bilateral leg and back pain, and proximal leg weakness.

Osteomalacia Hub - A brief definition followed by links to research articles, overviews, case reports and images.

Osteomalacia - Signs and symptoms are discussed, diagnosis and treatment. Also symptoms in children.

Oncogenic Osteomalacia - Presentation of clinical features, pathophysiology and therapy.

Osteomalacia - A description of this disease with some images. Also a table showing a list of causes of osteomalacia and some of the biochemical abnormalities that can be seen.

Osteomalacia: WebMD/Lycos - Definition, causes, incidence and risk factors, symptoms, signs and tests, treatment, prognosis, complications, prevention.

Osteomalacia: Medic-Planet - A detailed description of this disease, its symptoms, associations, prevention and relief of symptoms.

Osteomalacia - An in depth look at this disease as to what it is, clinical manifestations, radiographs, histologic examination, laboratory aspects and references.

Rickets - Adam.com looks at this disorder, its alternate names, the causes, incidence and risk factors.

Rickets: Medic-Planet - A description, causes, symptoms, incidence, treatment and prevention.

Scurvy: WebMD - A brief explanation of this disorder, the symptoms and the treatment.

Vitamin C and Scurvy - An article on vitamin C and how this disease occurs including symptoms.

A Simple Experiment on Scurvy - In 1747 a simple experiment to determine what might be effective as a cure for scurvy was performed.

Scurvy - An article on this disease and its causes, symptoms and treatment.

Scurvy: Medic-Planet - A look at this disease and its causes, symptoms, incidence, treatment and prevention.

Wilson Disease and Menkes Disease - Progress in normal and disordered copper homeostasis, wilson disease, menkes disease, aceruloplasminemia, basic and clinical research. 8th International Conference, April 16 - 18, 2001.

Wilson's Disease Association - Learn about this disease, about the association, resources for consultation, diagnosis and treatment. Also copper content in various foods.

Wilson's Disease - Vanderbilt Medical Center takes an in depth look at this disease. Diagnoses, laboratory studies and treatment are discussed.

Wilson's Disease - A definition of this disease, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and treatment.

Wilson Disease - In-depth look at this disease, its symptoms, the causes, diagnosis and treatment.

Wilsons Disease - A look at this disease and the causes, symptoms and treatment. Also a brief article on Dr. Samuel Wilson.

Wilson's Disease Association - Information about Wilson's Disease.

Wilson's Disease - Information sheet on this disease compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Wilson's Disease - Learn about this disease.

Wilsons Disease Support Group UK - Support, outreach and information for people interested in Wilson's disease - an hereditary but treatable disorder caused by defective handling of copper in the body, mainly affecting the liver and brain.

NORD - Wilson's Disease - Offers alternative names, a general discussion and resources.

Genomelink Database - Links to information and resources for Wilson's disease.

WilsonsList Support Group - To explore and discuss Wilson's Disease in a friendly manner.

Norman Clinical Laboratory,Inc. - Links to vitamin B12 deficiency information. A kit can be ordered and testing done through the mail to check for this deficiency.

Calcium Metabolism - A look at this by Merck Manual with a list of disorders from calcium metabolism including signs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Magnesium Update Information - An article about this metallic element which is essential for normal body functioning. A list of diseases that can result from inadequate intake and things that cause losses in our body.

Magnesium Metabolism - A look at disorders of magnesium metabolism by Merck Manual including the signs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Vitamin A Deficiency - A look at this vitamin and primary and secondary deficiency. The symptoms, signs, diagnoses and treatment are discussed.

Micronutrients and Malnutrition - A discussion about Vitamin A, iron and iodine deficiencies and some solutions to the problem.

Potassium Metabolism - The Merck Manual: A discussion on potassium and internal and external potassium balance, disorder of potassium metabolism, signs, symptoms, diagnosis, prophylaxis and treatment.

OnHealth: Vitamin B12 Deficiency - A discussion about this vitamin, its deficiency, symptoms, causes and a list of food sources.

Reference Guide for Vitamins - The importance and deficiency symptoms of a specific list of vitamins.

Vitamin A Deficiency - The history of this vitamin, food sources, signs and symptoms, treatment, prevalence, metabolism, prevention and in relation to other diseases are discussed.

Magnesium: Coming of Age - A look at this mineral and who looses it. A look at replacement strategies.

The Importance of Magnesium to Human Nutrition - Michael Schachter-HealthWorld Online A look at this important mineral, the symptoms of deficiency, diagnosis of deficiency, treatment orally and injectable and supplementing for various disorders.

Iron Deficiency and Toxicity - The Merck Manual takes a look deficiency and the symptoms of toxicity.

Iodine - A look at this mineral, why it is needed, how much is needed and where it is found. Symptoms and results of deficiency and toxicity are discussed.

Fluorine - Fluoride is the ionic form of fluorine. A discussion about this mineral and its deficiency and toxicity.

Zinc - The Merck Manual takes a look at this mineral and signs and symptoms of deficiency and toxicity.

Chromium - A look at this essential trace mineral and its deficiency and toxicity.

Selenium - A look at the intake in different parts of the world and its deficiencies and toxicity by the Merck Manual.

Manganese - A look at the intake of this mineral and how it compares with each person. A case study about its deficiency.

Molybdenum - A discussion about the deficiency and toxicity of this mineral.

Copper - An extensive look at deficiency and toxicity of this mineral including symptoms, diagnosis and a look at Wilson's Disease.

Vitamin A Toxicity - Symptoms, signs, diagnosis and treatment are discussed by The Merck Manual.

Vitamin D Deficiency and Dependency - The signs, symptoms, laboratory findings, diagnosis and treatment.

Vitamin D Toxicity - Discussion on this vitamin and its first symptoms of toxicity and the treatment.

Vitamin E Deficiency - A discussion about this vitamin and the organs which can be affected by deficiency, signs and symptoms, laboratory findings, diagnosis and treatment.

Vitamin E Toxicity - A brief discussion by The Merck Manual on this topic.

Vitamin C Deficiency - A discussion about this vitamin and why we need it. Symptoms, laboratory finding, diagnoses, prophylaxis and treatment are covered.

Thiamine Deficiency and Dependency - The Merck Manual looks at primary and secondary deficiency, symptoms, signs, some specific diseases caused by deficiency, diagnosis and treatment.

Riboflavin Deficiency - The Merck Manual looks at the symptoms, signs, laboratory findings, diagnosis and treatment.

The Absolute Need for Magnesium - By Dr Herbert C. Mansmann Jr., MD. Information on headaches including using magnesium for treatment.

Niacin Deficiency - A look at primary and secondary deficiency, symptoms, signs, diagnosis and treatment by The Merck Manual.

Vitamin B6 Deficiency and Dependency - Symptoms, signs, diagnosis and treatment are discussed here.

Vitamin B6 Toxicity - A brief discussion of this and its symptoms by The Merck Manual.

Biotin Deficiency and Dependency - A brief look each at the deficiency and the dependency of this vitamin.

Pantothenic Acid Deficiency - Some of the signs and symptoms experienced with this deficiency.

Vitamin K Deficiency - A look at this vitamin, its daily intake amount, signs, symptoms, diagnosis, laboratory findings, prophylaxis and treatment.

Vitamin K Toxicity - A brief look at this by The Merck Manual.

Potassium: Hyperkalemia - Adam.com looks at this disorder of high potassium, its causes, incidence and risk factors.

Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome: Factsheets - A definition of this syndrome, with facts, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, family issues and caring for patients with this disease.

The Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome Can Be Treated - The Medical Council on Alcoholism: New knowledge about the condition obtained in the last few years, not widely known by clinicians treating these patients. Older, crucial information has been forgotten by many doctors, causing inadequate treatment at times.

Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome - Alternate names, definition, symptoms, prevention, signs, tests, treatment, prognosis, possible complications and support groups are all covered here.

Prevention and Treatment of Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome - The Medical Council on Alcoholism looks at the problem, the aim, treatment, who to treat, follow-up and references.

Wernick Korsakoff Syndrome - A look at this syndrome and its causes, and symptoms. Also learn about the men, Wernicke and Korsakoff.

Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome Support Group - Created for anyone interested in providing information and/or support for persons affected by this syndrome.

Most, the Usaid Micronutrient Program - Assists the U.S. Agency for International Development in implementing expanded, more effective programs and policies to prevent and control micronutrient deficiencies, especially vitamin A deficiency.

Definition of Malnutrition - A look at this disorder which may result from eating an unbalanced diet, digestive problems or absorption problems.

Malnutrition - The Merck Manual takes an in depth look at this disorder. Early detection, all stages of life are looked at, chronic disease, vegetarian and fad diets, alcohol and drug dependency and diagnosis.

Malnutrition: Pediatrics-Medstudents - Definition of this disorder, marasmus and protein malnutrition.

Malnutrition - An in depth discussion with topics such as under nutrition, energy, protein and fats, vitamins and minerals, over nutrition, risks and prevention.

Protein-Energy Malnutrition - An in depth look at this disorder by the Merck Manual including symptoms and signs, laboratory findings, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis.

Starvation - The Merck Manual looks at this, the most severe form of malnutrition. Its causes, signs, symptoms and treatment are discussed.

Demographic and Health Surveys - Information as to who they are, about the survey and research and publications. For informed decisions on population, health and nutrition.

Rate Your Bottled Water - A list of the most common bottled waters from around the world so you can see how the content of calcium, magnesium and sodium varies from water to water.

Dehydration - A definition, a look at the causes, prevention, symptoms, treatment and a quiz.

Dry Airplane Air Can Cause Dehydration. - Avoid getting dehydrated on your next flight. Some tips on fighting dehydration.

Fluid Balance Test - A test to see exactly how much dehydration you incur during your workout.

Vegetarian Times: Preventing Dehydration. - A healthy adult should drink 8 to 10 cups of water per day. Article written to explain why this is true.

Dehydration - NFPT Personal Trainer Magazine. A definition of this disorder, its causes, symptoms and treatment.

The Watershed: Why Mineral Water is the Healthiest Water to Drink - A look at bottled water, de-mineralized water, chlorination, bathing and asbestos in drinking water,

Health Link MCW - Dehydration is 100 percent preventable. Here are some practical tips to prevent you from becoming dehydrated this summer.

Water And Sodium Metabolism - The Merck Manual: A look at total body water, intake, losses, osmolality, water balance and sodium balance, increase and decrease in extracellular fluid volume along with signs and symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Many more topics discussed.

Dehydration Basics - Rehydrating solutions, prevention, self-care, and specific recommendations.

Dehydration: Why it is so dangerous - Symptoms, prevention, and treatment plans.

Virtual Naval Hospital: Pediatric Dehydration - Symptoms, specific rehydration formulas, and treatment.

Edema and Water Retention - A discussion about water and its retention in our bodies, the causes and factors affecting this, such as the foods we eat and disease.

Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis: CTX - Symptoms presented with this disease, the diagnosis and the treatment.

A Case of Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis - A case study 26-year-old female developed mental deterioration, general convulsion, cataract and spastic gait in order since her entrance into elementary school.

Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis - Case study of a 15 year old male student.

Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis - WorldMedicus - A definition and alternate name used for this disease.

Gaucher Disease - A description of this disease and who gets it. A number to call for possible free testing.

Gaucher Disease - Information for patients, relatives, doctors and researchers from an independent charity. Over two hundred pages for use by patients and doctors.

Guacher Disease - Contains information on this common genetic disorder including treatment, prevalence, resources, support and news.

Gaucher Disease - Information about this disease as to what it is, the symptoms, causes and treatment. The disease was named for a French physician Phillippe Gaucher.

European Gaucher Alliance - Information about this international organization and the disease itself.

Gaucher Disease: Current Issues in Diagnosis and Treatment - National Institutes of Health Technology Assessment Conference Statement February 27-March 1, 1995. To provide physicians with a responsible assessment of the diagnosis and treatment of Gaucher disease.

Children with Gaucher's Disease - Information by Dr Ed Wraith about this disease in children.

Comprehensive Gaucher Treatment Center - Provides clinical evaluations for the diagnosis and treatment of patients with this disease. Information about the disease and the facility.

Gaucher Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment - Discussion on the different forms of this disease, who is at risk, how do people get it, how it is diagnosed, the treatment and cure.

Gaucher Registry - Longitudinal, observational program that tracks the health outcomes of routine clinical practice for patients with Gaucher disease.

Gaucher Treatment Centers - Links to comprehensive treatment centers across the United States.

Gaucher's Disease - Information sheet compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Gaucher Disease Treatment Centers - Provides links to Lysosomal Storage Disorder Treatment Centers, and centers with experience in caring for patients with Gaucher Disease, Fabry Disease, MPS-1 and other LSDs.

University Regional Gaucher Treatment Center - Provides clinical evaluations for the diagnosis and treatment of patients with this disease. Information about the disease as well as the facility.

Refsum Disease - The clinical and biochemical presentation of this disease, the causes and treatment are discussed.

Refsum's Diet - Very in depth discussion about the foods and diet of some one whom has refsum's disease.

Refsum Disease - Information sheet on this disease as to what it is, the symptoms, treatment and research being done.

Refsums Disease - Two articles about this disease, clinical description, inheritance, treatment and related diseases and syndromes.

Refsum Disease - A personal story of a person experiencing with this disease. Shared details of the diet that needs to be followed.

Hyperlipidemia - An overview, risk of coronary heart disease, testing-know your numbers, prevention and treatment.

Hyperlipidemia Hub - Links to information and resources.

Hyperlipidemia - A four article symposium discussing the causes, treatments, and risks of high cholesterol.

Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia - Overview - Adam.com gives a definition, the causes, incidence and risk factor of this disease.

Hyperlipidemia in Children - American Heart Association looks at the atherosclerotic process which begins in childhood and is affected by high blood cholesterol levels. Some things to watch for.

Tangier Disease - An explanation of this disease and its name, its causes and treatment.

Tangier Disease by Jackie Newman - An article about this rare disease, its history, characteristics of the disease and the treatments.

Tangier Disease - An article about his disease, its symptoms, clinical symptoms, diagnosis and some dietary changes.

National Tay-Sachs and Allied Diseases Association - An organization offering support and programs geared to families affected by Tay-Sachs Disease and over 40 other fatal degenerative genetic disorders.

Tay-Sachs Disease - A description along with prognosis and treatment of this disease.

Tay-Sachs Disease Hub - Links to information and resources.

Tay-Sachs Disease - Information sheet on this disease addressing what it is, treatment and prognosis.

Tay-Sachs Disease - Prepared by Elizabeth Merrill, MS an article about the clinical symptoms, molecular basis of the disease, pattern of inheritance and treatment.

Wolman's Disease - Research findings from the King Faisal Specialist Hospital.

Sitosterolemia - A press release with a brief explanation of this disease.

Sitosterolemia - An article about this uncommon genetic lipid disorder and the gene that is responsible for it.

Scientists Closer To Locating Gene That May Explain Cholesterol Absorption - An article about a study of 10 families with sitosterolemia, a rare, recessively inherited disease.

Fabry's Disease - Information sheet on this disease including treatment, prognosis and research.

Fabry's Disease - About this disease its symptoms and possible complications, prognosis and treatment.

Cardiac Transplantation for Fabrys Disease - The Canadian Journal of Cardiology presents and article on this topic.

Fabrazyme A Treatment for Fabry Disease - This web site is intended for use by European physicians only. You must log-in to use this site.

Fabry Disease Registry - Information about an ongoing observational database that tracks the natural history and clinical outcomes of patients with this disease.

eMedicine: Fabry Disease - University of Texas MD describes symptoms, treatment, and prognosis for patients suffering with this rare but severe lysosomal disorder.

Fabry Community - Provides information and support for people with Fabry disease, their caregivers and families, and their health care providers.

Fabry Disease: Facts for Patients and their Families - The Mount Sinai School of Medicine provides information about symptoms, diagnosis, management, and enzyme replacement therapy. Register for the International Center for Fabry Disease mailing list.

Fabry Support and Information Group - Information about the group and this disease. Join the group free of charge and receive a newsletter.

Ara Parseghian Medical Research Foundation - About this foundation whose goal is to find a cure for the devastating Niemann-Pick Type C disease.

National Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation - Provides in depth education and support for patients and families. Also information about the foundation itself.

International Center for Types A and B Niemann-Pick Disease - Provides information on the prevention and treatment of this disorder for patients, physicians and scientists.

Niemann-Pick Disease - Information sheet on this disease including what it is, treatment, prognosis and research being done.

International Union of Nutritional Sciences - Exchange of scientific information in the nutritional sciences. A place to reach out for food and nutrition information.

US FDA / Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition - Information with special interest areas such as for kids, teens, seniors and womens health. All types of nutritional issues discussed such as supplements, fish, canned foods, food labeling to mention but a few.

Food and Nutrition Information Center - Dietary supplements, guidelines, food guide pyramid, child care nutrition, food safety and topics from A-Z.

French Society for Vitamins and Biofactors - Knowledge database on vitamins. Scientific committees, steering committee, and aims of the organization. Quality insurance for vitamin measurement organized by the SFVB.

NIDDK : Weight-Control Information Network - Established in 1994 to provide health professionals and consumers with science-based information on obesity.

James William Lazzaro Foundation - Details about this non-profit organization that promotes awareness, detection, treatment and prevention of genetic metabolism disorders.

The National Food Safety Database Website - Information for the consumer, educator and industry. Food safety daily news.

Madelung's Disease, Benign Symmetric Lipomatosis, Multiple Symmetrical Lipomatosis (MSL) or Lanois-Bensaude Syndrome. - Describes the symptoms and the problems of diagnosing MSL. Provides additional links and reference information.

Madelung's Disease: Benign Symmetric Lipomatosis - Madelung's disease or Benign Symmetric Lipomatosis is a "sight diagnosis." Only a doctor knowledgeable about the disease can diagnose it.

The Osler Medical Journal: Images of Osler - Part way down the page are two photos of a man with Benign Symmetrical Lipomatosis in the neck area.

Madelung's Disease (NORD entry) - Briefly describes this rare disorder (also known as Multiple Symmetrical Lipomatosis, Benign Symmetric Lipomatosis or Lanois-Bensaude Syndrome). Also lists two organizations for further reference information. This entry is courtesy of the National Organization for Rare Disorders.

Tumescent Liposuction - Discusses the use of liposuction in the palliative treatment of Madelung's Disease. The tumescent method is the safest method found to date.

OMIM Entry 151800 - Describes the form of Multiple Symmetric Lipomatosis (MSL) characterized by a collar of fat around the neck. The article suggests the cause to be a mitochondrial abnormality.

Medweb Question: Madelung's Disease - Replies to a question asked about Madelung's Disease. The reply provides a good discussion of the topic.

MSL HELP Page - The initial page of a self-help group for MSL. Provides contact information.

Pathology Teaching Slide - Soft Tissue Pathology - The first dozen or so entries are images of Madelung's Disease, taken with various scanning techniques.

DOIA Launois-Bensaude's Lipomatosis - A German University site on the disease. Contains some images of the disease (click the "images" tab at the top of screen).

Lipomatosi di Launois-Bensaude (MSL) - A site, in both Italian and English, providing a historical perspective of Madelung's Disease.

Lipoma Forum - A community devoted to sharing information, providing resources and offering support to those who suffer from lipomas, Dercum's, MSL or any related illnesses.

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