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Statin Drugs: Know the Risks
The authors of a paper in the journal Expert Review of Clinical Pharmacology didn’t hold back in their scathing condemnation of statin drugs (intended to
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The authors of a paper in the journal Expert Review of Clinical Pharmacology didn’t hold back in their scathing condemnation of statin drugs (intended to
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Don’t judge a book by its cover. This old saying is true for books but it’s true for what people see in the mirror too. It’s easy to stereotype overweigh
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Have you heard about “Paleo” diets? Are you curious about trying this unconventional nutritional strategy? Perhaps a friend coworker or acquaintance at t
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“I often think in music. I live my daydreams in music. I see my life in terms of music. . . . I get most joy in life out of music.”
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Did you hear the one about statin drugs and an increased risk for diabetes? No we’re not talking about a joke; we’re talking about a study that came out not long ago which indicated an association between statin drugs (used to reduce cholesterol levels) and an increased risk for type 2 diabetes. Nat
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You’ve got 400 Facebook “friends” and 500 followers on Twitter. When you post a picture of your dinner or of you having a drink poolside during your vacation it’s guaranteed to get plenty of “likes” and shares. Technically you have a wide social network. Human interaction with friends and strangers
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With Saint Patrick’s Day right around the corner let’s take a little detour and enjoy a more lighthearted blog. What does this holiday bring to mind? Beloved Irish cultural tradition or an excuse to drink enough beer to challenge even the strongest liver? In North America ways to mark the holiday va
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Onions: people love them or hate them. Or maybe they just hate the tears they cause while being chopped in the kitchen and hate the bad breath that sometimes lingers for hours after eating them. Onions certainly seem to give us reasons not to consume them. On the other hand it’s difficult to imagine
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Quick: What does vitamin E do in the body?
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In a previous blog on regularity we touched on some of the causes of bowel dysfunction focusing on diarrhea. In this part the discussion will move to the opposite end of the spectrum to constipation. Contrary to popular belief daily bowel movements may not be required for a healthy colon. There is s
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Discover the health benefits of peppermint this holiday season, from digestive support to mental wellness and joint relief, enhancing your festive cheer.