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essential /es·sen·tial/ (ĕ-sen´shil)
1. constituting the inherent part of a thing; giving a substance its peculiar and necessary qualities.
2. indispensable; required in the diet, as essential fatty acids.
3. idiopathic; having no obvious external cause.

es·sen·tial (-snshl)
adj.
1. Constituting or being part of the essence of something; inherent.
2. Basic or indispensable; necessary.
3. Of, relating to, or being a dysfunctional condition or a disease whose cause is unknown.
4. Of, relating to, or being a substance that is required for normal functioning but cannot be synthesized by the body and therefore must be included in the diet.
n.
1. Something fundamental.
2. Something necessary or indispensable.

es·senti·ali·ty (-sh-l-t), es·sential·ness n.

essential
[esen′shəl]
a necessary part of a thing without which it could not exist.

essential
1. constituting the necessary or inherent part of a thing; giving a substance its peculiar and necessary qualities.
2. indispensable; required in the diet, as essential fatty acids.
3. idiopathic; self-existing; having no obvious external exciting cause.

essential fatty acids (EFAs)
the unsaturated fatty acids, linoleic and α-linolenic, cannot be synthesized by animals but are essential nutrients that must be supplied in the diet.
essential fatty acid deficiency
in dogs and cats, there is scaling, alopecia and seborrhea. Poor wound healing, immunosuppression and infertility have also been reported.

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Q. Is it essential to make an exercise plan? I am trying for an exercise plan ……Is it essential to make an exercise plan?

A. by just doing any exercises any time, your body will gain some benefits. but planning it in regular schedule will absolutely help you to be healthier and more fit.
there will be a lot of benefits that you can have if you do the exercise plan (these 2 weeks to reduce some weight, then another 2 weeks to maintain it, then the rest you can start building some muscles, etc.)

good luck, and stay healthy always..

Q. What are some essential tips from moms out there on pregnancy, Health, nutrition, etc? I am fond of children and during my college days I was involved in social service events for orphan schools and institutions. After my marriage, as I am fond of babies and children, I am so excited to finally be pregnant after trying hard for 6 months! What are some essential tips from moms out there on pregnancy, Health, nutrition, etc?

A. First, congratulations for your pregnancy.
Hhmm, there are some tips for your pregnancy :
- you should have healthy lifestyle for sure, take away your cigarette, alcohol, and sleeping pills. remember that you're now having a little fetus inside you.
- have a regular light exercise, since this will help you in delivery process later.
- eat healthy foods, and balance your diet. you need to eat enough healthy food, and that doesn't always mean you double your food portion.
- regularly check yourself to your ob-gyn specialist for screening and ante-natal care.

Good luck with your pregnancy, and stay healthy always..

Q. Should I go for the knife? I have essential tremor for many years, and in the last few years it seems nothing helps it, and although I tried all the drugs my doctor could offer me, nothing helps. It really ruins my life, and recently I read about a surgery that suppose to treat it, called thalamotomy- does anyone know anything about it?

A. It's a possibility, and considered effective (reducing tremor in most of the patients). However, it has quite serious side effects, that can result even in weakness of some parts of your body. You should think really good before you opt for this treatment. Good luck!

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