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| Vanadyl Sulfate |
| This mineral plays a key role in improving the body’s insulin utilization. Vanadyl sulfate has been called insulin "biomedicine", meaning that it biochemically mimics the function that insulin has in the body with only minor exception. |
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| Vagina |
| The canal leading from the cervix to the outside of the woman's body; the birth passage. |
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| Vaginitis |
| An infection of the vagina usually caused by a fungus. A woman with this condition may have itching or burning and may notice a discharge. Women who have insulin problems and/or diabetes may develop vaginitis more often than women who do not have diabetes. |
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| Vaniqa |
| The first topical drug for the treatment of unwanted facial and chin hair. It does not remove the hair but rather slows its growth. |
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| Vascular |
| Relating to the body's blood vessels (arteries, veins, and capillaries). |
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| Virility/virilization |
| Masculinization; having male secondary sex characteristics. |
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| Vitamin B-6 |
| A vitamin, which can prevent or improve symptoms of nerve damage caused by insulin resistance. |
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| Vitamin B-12 |
| A vitamin, which can prevent or improve symptoms of nerve damage caused by insulin resistance. |
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| Vitex |
| Also known as Agnus Castus or The Chaste Tree is often used to help relieve the symptoms associated with female hormonal imbalances such as the depression, cramps, mood swings, water retention and weight gain associated with the menstrual cycle (PMS-associated symptoms). |
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