Fitness

Fitness

Related to the practice of regular exercise to maintain good physical condition and health.

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superior

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In anatomy, above or over top of. As opposed to inferior. The heart is superior to the stomach. The superior surface of the tongue rests against the palate.

sodium

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The major positive ion (cation) in fluid outside of cells. The chemical notation for sodium is Na+. When combined with chloride, the resulting substance is table salt.

St. John's wort

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There is limited research indicating the supplement's effective use for weight loss.

stoma

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The stoma is the outlet to the stomach at the end of the esophagus around which the gastric band is placed during surgery. By adding or subtracting saline solution in the gastric ...

stomach

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1. The sac-shaped digestive organ that is located in the upper abdomen, under the ribs. The upper part of the stomach connects to the esophagus, and the lower part leads into the ...

strain

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1. An injury to a tendon or muscle resulting from overuse or trauma. 2. A hereditary tendency that originated from a common ancestor. 3. To exert maximum effort. 4. To filter.

stress

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Forces from the outside world impinging on the individual. Stress is a normal part of life that can help us learn and grow. Conversely, stress can cause us significant problems.