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- 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
- 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
- Tool: BMI and waist circumference calculator - Mayo Clinic
Body mass index (BMI) uses weight and height to estimate body fat A high BMI and large waist size may signal an increased risk of heart disease
- 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
- 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
- Estradiol (topical application route) - Mayo Clinic
The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so
- Exercise: How much do I need every day? - Mayo Clinic
How much should the average adult exercise every day? For most healthy adults, the Department of Health and Human Services recommends these exercise guidelines: Aerobic activity
- 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
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