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- Digestion: How long does it take? - Mayo Clinic
More digestive fluids in the small intestine break down the food into the nutrients your body can use The small intestine absorbs nutrients to circulate in your blood On average, it takes about six hours for food to move through the stomach and small intestine The digested food then travels into the large intestine, also called the colon
- Blood pressure chart: What your reading means - Mayo Clinic
A diagnosis of high blood pressure is usually based on the average of two or more readings taken on separate visits The first time your blood pressure is checked, it should be measured in both arms to see if there is a difference After that, the arm with the higher reading should be used An accurate reading is important
- Alzheimers stages: How the disease progresses - Mayo Clinic
The rate of progression for Alzheimer's disease varies widely On average, people with Alzheimer's disease live between three and 11 years after diagnosis But some live 20 years or more How far the disease has advanced when diagnosed can affect life expectancy
- Caffeine: How much is too much? - Mayo Clinic
If you use caffeine to wake you up and keep you going, you aren't alone Millions of people use caffeine every day to stay alert and concentrate better Up to 400 milligrams (mg) of caffeine a day seems safe for most adults That's about the amount of caffeine in four cups of brewed coffee, 10 cans
- Infant growth: Whats normal? - Mayo Clinic
A baby's head size is measured to get an idea of how well the brain is growing During the first month, a baby's head may increase about 1 inch (2 5 centimeters) But on average, the skull grows about 0 4 inches (1 centimeter) each month Your baby's health care provider will track growth at well-baby exams
- Calorie calculator - Mayo Clinic
If you're pregnant or breast-feeding, are a competitive athlete, or have a metabolic disease, such as diabetes, the calorie calculator may overestimate or underestimate your actual calorie needs
- Water: How much should you drink every day? - Mayo Clinic
How much water should you drink each day? It's a simple question with no easy answer Studies have produced varying recommendations over the years But your individual water needs depend on many factors, including your health, how active you are and where you live No single formula fits everyone
- Complete blood count (CBC) - Mayo Clinic
A complete blood count (CBC) is a blood test It's used to look at overall health and find a wide range of conditions, including anemia, infection and leukemia A complete blood count test measures the following: Red blood cells, which carry oxygen White blood cells, which fight infection Hemoglobin
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