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You probably like to feel in control of your life: your finances, your schedule, your business and your personal life. When it comes to your blood pressure, there are certain factors that strip you of...
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If you browse the web or walk into your local health food store, you’ll no doubt see an abundance of omega fatty acid products. These days, among the most popular supplements are fish oils; everyone is...
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View ArticleDo You Really Need That Calcium Supplement?
Many seniors take calcium supplements in the hope of preventing the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis. Common in older age, osteoporosis makes you vulnerable to fractures if you fall—and numerous...
View ArticleCod Liver Oil Benefits and Risks
It used to be fairly common for everyone in the family to drink a spoonful of cod liver oil daily. But what are cod liver oil benefits? And what are its risks? Nutrients in cod liver oil Omega-3 fatty...
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If you have a family member with osteoporosis symptoms, you’ve probably noticed what I’ve seen in my own family—a gradual decline of posture, or developing a hunchback spine with age. After spending...
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