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can weak kidney function lead to a d-xylose absorption test with a normal blood value but a below normal urine value?

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Yes.: Below normal kidney function can lead to decreased urinary D-xylose excretion. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 2

do supplements work?

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Maybe. Maybe not.: There are thousands of supplements advertised to do all sorts of magical remedies. Very few supplements have real research studies to show benefits (but manufacturers make claims, based on theories, animal tests, testimonials, chemical similarities, etc... but not based on real research because real research is hard to do and is expensive to do).

Question 3

supplements to gain weight?

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See below: If you want to gain weight start by changing your diet and exercise plan. You'll gain weight if you're consuming more calories than you're burning. Do not choose junk food. Make sure you're getting all your necessary nutrients in calorie rich food. Also, by weight lifting you can increase your muscle mass. If these changes aren't working after several weeks, see your doctor for a specialized plan.

Question 4

what's a good supplement to take?

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For what use?: One needs to know what the need and intended use is, before thinking about a "good supplement."  then you also need to think about safety, along with other medications you might be on or conditions you may have.  That said, the most widely used type of supplement is usually a good multivitamin. Even this needs individualization, though, as not everyone can -- or should -- take the same one.

Question 5

what supplement helps nerve growth?

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Nerve growth: Vitamin c, b12, and e.

Question 6

do bluevera supplements actually work?

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Overall, Yes: Bluevera is an omega-3 supplement containing 400 mg of dha+epa per capsule. Use of omega-3 supplements can be helpful as part of a strategy to maintain good vascular health, with 1 gram of dha+epa advised daily. 1 gram of dha+epa dialy has been shown to decrease sudden death due to arrhythmia. Also, for every 1 gram of dha+epa taken, triglycerides decline 5-10%.

Question 7

is zevit a complete prenatal supplement?

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Yes: Yes this product has adequate ingredients for pregnancy.  It's always best to try to get your nutrients from food, if possible, as the body much better absorbs vitamins and minerals from food as opposed to a supplement. Food for thought!

Question 8

can i take supplements for bodybuildong

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Yes: Since many people in the developed nations are demonstrably deficient in one or more vitamins / minerals, a cheap vitamin-and-mineral supplement's a good idea.  Creatine is a safe and effective way to gain more mass from your workouts, and cheap whey protein is great.  Avoid Anabolic steroids -- most women prefer a natural bodybuilder -- and pricey "supplements".   Congratulations on bodybuilding!

Question 9

should i be taking a post workout supplement?

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Supplements: This depends on a number of factors which you must take into consideration.  Your state of health.  Do you live a healthy lifestyle, and eat a very healthy diet?  How vigorous are the workouts and how frequent?  Maybe you do not need supplements but perhaps you do.  Do your home work and learn about these matters.

Question 10

what are supplements to decrease your hunger?

Accepted Answer

Fitness: Nothing will bring your appetite into line with what your body truly needs as regular, demanding aerobic exercise. Supplement your life with this and you'll see why most of us say, "health doesn't come out of a pill bottle.".

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