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Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is a type of cancer affecting the cells of the lungs. It occurs when normal cells get out of control and start multiplying uncontrollably.

Esophageal Cancer

Esophageal Cancer

Esophageal cancer is a tumorous growth in the esophagus - a long, hollow tube connecting your throat and stomach. Symptoms can include difficulties swallowing.

Pancreatitis

Pancreatitis

Pancreatitis is an inflammation of pancreas occuring acutely or over a long period of time due to various causes such as alcohol consumption or gallstones.

Hereditary Fructose Intolerance

Hereditary Fructose Intolerance

Hereditary fructose intolerance is an autosomal recessive disease, caused by the absence of an enzyme: aldolase B. It negatively affects one’s ability to digest fructose (simple sugar).

Beta Thalassemia

Beta Thalassemia

Beta thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder characterized by reduced production of hemoglobin due to the mutation in HBB gene, causing a lack of oxygen in the body.

Phenylketonuria

Phenylketonuria

Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare genetic disorder caused by the deficiency of the PAH enzyme, leading to the accumulation of phenylalanine in the body.

Vitamin K

Vitamin K

Vitamin K is an essential vitamin that helps with blood coagulation (clotting). It can be found in many types of foods and green leafy vegetables. Additionally, small amounts are produced.

Hypertriglyceridemia

Hypertriglyceridemia

Hypetriglyceridemia (HTG) is a health condition characterized by abnormally increased triglycerides levels in the blood. Triglycerides are the main constituents of body fat in humans.

Restless Leg Syndrome

Restless Leg Syndrome

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition characterized by an unpleasant feeling deep in your legs. It usually occurs during the night and can be relieved by movement or walking.

Asthma

Asthma

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the bronchioles, the tubes that carry air in and out of the lungs. It is characterized by airflow obstruction and episodic exacerbations.

Iron

Iron

Iron is an important nutrient involved in the formation of blood cells that carry oxygen around the body. You usually get all the iron you need from your daily diet.

Histamine Intolerance

Histamine Intolerance

Histamine intolerance develops when an enzyme, called diamine oxidase (DAO), which normally breaks down histamine, does not function properly. This leads to a gradual accumulation of histamine.