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  • Analysis and diagnosis of salmonellosis - methods for children and adults

    To get rid of an intestinal infection, you need to know the cause of the disease. To do this, the type of pathogen and its sensitivity to antibacterial drugs are determined. Testing for salmonellosis helps identify carriers of the infection and prevent the spread of the disease. Features of diagnosis Salmonellosis is an infectious disease accompanied by damage to the stomach and intestines. The causative agent is a proteobacterium from the genus Salmonella. Infection occurs after consuming infected...

  • Potassium cyanide: what is it, effects on humans

    Many people know about potassium cyanide poisoning. The substance has long been used for criminal purposes to eliminate unwanted individuals. However, these days there are ways to quickly determine poisoning with such a substance, and there is an antidote. What happens if you drink potassium cyanide? How dangerous is the poison to human health? What is it? What is potassium cyanide? A dangerous compound derived from hydrocyanic...

  • What are mycotoxins: 🤮what products contain them, characteristics

    Mycotoxins are toxic substances resulting from the activity of molds. The biological activity of such organisms is high. Mycotoxins present in products negatively affect human health. Why are such substances dangerous? How are they formed and how to get rid of them? What are mycotoxins? Mold is always present around humans. People use substances produced by molds for medicinal purposes, cook...

  • The most deadly poisons for humans

    Many poisons are dangerous to humans. They may have different origins. Be food, chemical and natural. In different situations, substances lead to painful death. What are the most famous deadly poisons for humans and why are they dangerous? Toxic substances surround humans everywhere. Even the medicine taken in an increased dose leads to serious poisoning and death. From the ancient...

  • List of poisonous fruits (top 9) and their effect on the human body

    Poisonous fruits are no less common than poisonous plants and flowers. Poisoning from fruits and berries is possible when consuming unknown and exotic products. Some of them contain toxic substances that can lead to serious intoxication and death. To avoid overdoses, it is recommended to know which fruits are dangerous for the human body. What fruits are dangerous and can cause serious poisoning?...

  • How salmonellosis manifests itself in dogs - first symptoms and treatment methods

    Salmonellosis in dogs is a serious disease caused by a specific type of bacteria. The animal has a malfunction of the digestive system and fever. How does an animal become infected, how dangerous is the disease? Salmonellosis is a disease that occurs when salmonella bacteria enter the body of a dog or cat. Several types of such microorganisms are known. They are found everywhere - in water, soil, manure, and are resistant to low temperatures...

  • What to do with expired sausages?

    Currently, many manufacturers do not comply with GOST criteria when manufacturing a product, but use their own specifications (technical conditions). Using specifications, the manufacturer can set their own requirements for the quality and composition of the product. Preparing a product according to the manufacturer's specifications does not always mean its poor quality. Most often, products according to specifications simply contain additional ingredients that are not included in the classic recipe...

  • What are the benefits of Ivan tea?

    The medicinal properties of many plants have been recognized as effective for treating various diseases since ancient times. They have been thoroughly studied in our time, and many of them are the basis of various medicines. The beneficial properties of fireweed have long been recognized, and its use is quite extensive. A seemingly inconspicuous herb with purple or pink flowers has gained its popularity since…

  • How to quickly remove cannabinol from urine?

    When testing urine for marijuana, the most common test is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) levels. More sensitive test systems also evaluate the level of THC metabolites, the main of which is cannabinol. In order to understand how to quickly remove cannabinol from urine, you need to understand what kind of compound it is and how it affects the body? What is cannabinol? Cannabinol (cannabinol, CBN) –…

  • Why is potassium permanganate needed and how can it be treated?

    What can potassium permanganate be used for? From time immemorial, purple crystals have been popular with our grandmothers. They knew exactly what potassium permanganate was needed for. An excellent remedy with antiseptic properties, it was used for both internal and external use. The bodies of infants were wiped with a weak solution, and both adults and children were given a drink for diarrhea. For sore throat and inflammation of the oral mucosa...

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