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Hearts – His & Hers and How We Differ

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women.  But did you know that the symptoms for a heart attack are not necessarily the same for men as they are for women?  Women sometimes...

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Energy Drinks and Your Heart

Ever get that feeling when your heart begins to race, only you haven’t been running?  Ever notice it’s shortly after you’ve had that energy drink?  Energy drinks have become very popular recently and...

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Cardio for Everyone

It’s time to start the New Year off right and get active again. You’ll feel better once you get off the couch and get back into a routine with regular exercise. There are so many types of activities,...

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Allergy Cold & Flu vs Your Lungs

Allergy Cold & Flu vs Your Lungs We take well over 20,000 breaths every day.  Without a healthy respiratory system and lungs, that wouldn’t be possible. The health of our lungs can be affected by...

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Not all Vitamin Cs are the Same

Not all Vitamin Cs are the Same Ascorbic Acid, or Vitamin C, is an essential vitamin, which means that your body needs it but lacks the metabolic machinery to produce it on its own. Vitamin C is...

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Liquid Herb Extracts

There is evidence that reveals humans have been using herbs for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. Use of herbs by humans predates any written history. The study of herbs and plants is referred...

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Why take B12: Methylcobalamin vs. Cyanocobalamin

Vitamin B-12 is a water soluble nutrient you need to make DNA and red blood cells and to support the proper functioning of your nervous system. A deficiency of Vitamin B12 may take years to show up,...

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Your Dry Skin May Not be Just Seasonal

Your Dry Skin May Not be Just Seasonal Yes, the dry cold harsh windy weather of winter can cause dry skin but it isn’t the only thing that does.  Perhaps you’ve noticed dry itchy skin year round. The...

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Pros and Cons of Lasik Eye Surgery

It is important to first determine whether or not you are a candidate for LASIK eye surgery. Patients under 18 years of age, those with hormonal disturbances, or those who suffer from diabetes or...

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10 Herbal Properties for Better Benefits

10 Herbal Properties for Better Benefits   There’s nothing really new about liquid herbs. They have been used across cultures and for many years throughout history- but liquid herbs may be something...

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Bone Health & Arrest-able Ailments

Taking a little extra care of your bones now can help them a lot later on in life.  Once most of us have reached the age of thirty- our bone mass has peaked.  It’s important to understand the side...

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Preventing Strokes from Striking

Understanding what stroke risk factors you may have can be half the battle in preventing a stroke.  Unfortunately, some people are more susceptible to strokes.  However, about 80% of strokes are...

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Protect Skin & Eyes from UV

Most are aware of the harm UV radiation can do to the skin. Exposure to UV radiation can also harm the eyes. UV radiation is a component of solar radiation, but it can also be given off by artificial...

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Beach Sports that Promote Health

Summer is approaching and trips to the beach are probably already in the planning stages. That’s right, it’s time for fun in the sun! A great way to burn calories and still have fun is to play sports...

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Symptoms & Treatment for Heat Stroke

With the temperatures slowly rising, it’s wise to be able to recognize signs of heat stroke, what to do in case and how to avoid it. Some people are more susceptible to heat stroke than others....

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How to Treat a Sunburn

Summer provides the opportunity for more outdoor activities and sunbathing for many who have been confined to the indoors for several months. But overdoing it, especially at first, can lead to sunburn....

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Summer Skin Care Tips

Warm weather can be tough on your skin. Not only do shorts, skirts and sandals expose more of your skin, hot days can leave you sweaty and sunburned if you’re not careful. Most people know reapplying...

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Cardio for Everyone

It’s time to start the New Year off right and get active again. You’ll feel better once you get off the couch and get back into a routine with regular exercise. There are so many types of activities,...

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Allergy Cold & Flu vs Your Lungs

Allergy Cold & Flu vs Your Lungs We take well over 20,000 breaths every day.  Without a healthy respiratory system and lungs, that wouldn’t be possible. The health of our lungs can be affected by...

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Not all Vitamin Cs are the Same

Not all Vitamin Cs are the Same Ascorbic Acid, or Vitamin C, is an essential vitamin, which means that your body needs it but lacks the metabolic machinery to produce it on its own. Vitamin C is...

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