Patsy Hamilton
I am 46 years old and recently retired from a 20 year career in the health-care industry. Being dismayed with current health-care trends, I decided to use the internet to tell more people about how they can cure their own health problems, something that the industry does not
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Knowing the Facts About Diabetes Could Help You to Prevent ItUntil people are actually diagnosed with the disease they very rarely learn the facts about diabetes.
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Why Do I Need a Special Diabetes Control Diet?People underestimate the importance of a diabetes control diet as treatment for the disease.
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Diabetes Research Indicate that Diet and Supplements May Be Your Type 2 SolutionAdvancing diabetes research has done a lot to help people live with this disease, which at one time was a death sentence for anyone unfortunate enough to have developed it.
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What Are the Beginning Signs of Diabetes, and What Should You Do when They Appear?There are many times when the beginning signs of diabetes are overlooked by those that are developing the disease.
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What Are the Early Warning Signs Diabetes Gives You?Many people miss the warning signs diabetes gives them, because the signs can be subtle in nature and are sometimes difficult to recognize.
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What Benefits the Immune System?What benefits the immune system should be an important consideration. Many people are concerned about what damages the immune system, but those things that are beneficial are sometimes overlooked.
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The Search for a Diet to Rebuild Immune System StrengthSearching for a diet to rebuild immune system strength can be frustrating, because recommendations vary. A number of books have been written about what foods strengthen the immune system.
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An Immune System Vitamin Can Build Immune System UpMany people are interested in an immune system vitamin or in any program designed to build immune system up, keep colds and flu bugs down. Many people take vitamin C supplements. -
Causes of Common Cold and Possible CuresThe causes of common cold symptoms are well known. Viruses enter and infect the lining of the nose causing sneezing, coughing, runny nose, sore throat, etc. -
Common Cold Symptoms and Facts About Common Cold TreatmentsChoosing an effective common cold treatment may be frustrating. Common cold symptoms can vary and finding a product that works to relieve all of your symptoms may be difficult, if not impossible. -
Preventing the Common Cold and Practicing Good Health HabitsPreventing the common cold is a matter of practicing good health habits and maintaining a healthy immune system. -
Common Cold Remedies: Old and NewSince there is no cure for the viral infection, common cold remedies are designed to relieve symptoms of the infection.
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Getting Rid of Common Cold Symptoms (Facts About Zinc and Vitamin C)If you want to get rid of common cold symptoms quickly, you may be disappointed to learn that there are over 200 viruses that can cause common cold symptoms and at this time there is no anti-viral or other drug that will cure your symptoms.
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Treating the Common Cold: A Look at Alternative Medicine and Common Cold TreatmentScientists and researchers continue to evaluate different methods of treating the common cold. There are thousands of published studies concerning alternative medicine and common cold prevention.
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What Causes the Common Cold and Other Frequently Asked Questions About Cold and FluScientists, doctors and researchers, as well as a lot of regular people know that what causes the common cold can be one of over 200 different viruses. -
Common Cold SpreadConcern over common cold spread, as well as the spread of other viruses in schools, hospitals and other public places, should lead to increased focus on good health habits.
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Common Cold Facts and TheoriesOn the one hand, there are the common cold facts, about which most experts agree. Then there are those things which may be considered common cold facts by some, but not by others. -
Home Remedies for the Common ColdMost people have their own home remedies for the common cold. Some of these can be supported by scientific research. Researchers are still trying to find out how to cure the common cold, but in all likelihood, there will never be a cure, only a treatment.
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The Search for the Best Treatment for Common Cold SymptomsOpinions vary about the best treatment for common cold symptoms. Zinc common cold remedies are much in the news, but some controversy surrounds their use.
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Facts About the Common Cold Incubation PeriodThe typical common cold incubation period is from two to five days, but symptoms can appear in as little as ten hours after the virus first enters the nose.
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What Causes the Common Cold? Myths, Facts and TheoriesA virus causes the common cold. This is a fact, but why some people develop symptoms and others do not is unknown. There are only theories. -
Variations of the Common Cold Make Research DifficultBecause of variations of the common cold duration among individuals, it is difficult for researchers to evaluate results concerning the effectiveness of treatments.
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How is the Common Cold Transmitted?The common cold is initially a viral infection of the lining of the nose. Cilia, small hairs, inside of the nose transmit the virus up and back into the region of the adenoids, sometimes causing cough and sore throat.
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How Long is the Common Cold Contagious? and Other Questions About Common ColdAmong other questions that people have about the common cold. Many wonder how long is the common cold contagious and what to take to stop a common cold.
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Myth: Bacteria Causes the Common ColdMany people still think that bacteria causes the common cold and this is probably the reason that people still visit the doctor asking for antibiotics. Actually, people with the common cold have a viral infection of the upper respiratory system. -
Herbal Medicine May Improve Lowered Immune System FunctionMany different people can suffer from lowered immune system function.
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Supplements for Building a Strong Immune SystemMost people should be interested in building a strong immune system, but many people really do not understand how the immune system works.
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Home Cures for the Common Cold May Be the Best ChoiceModern research has found that many of the home cures for the common cold used by our ancestors have merit.
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A Word About the Influenza Virus: Symptoms, Complications and PreventionThere is more than just one influenza virus. There are actually a number of different influenza viruses and they all have the ability to mutate or change.
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Facts About Stomach Flu, Common Cold and Influenza DiseaseThe influenza disease is an illness which affects the upper respiratory system.
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Latest Info on Avian Influenza OutbreaksThe most recent info on avian influenza available from the World Health Organization (WHO) reports that Indonesia has had a total of 69 confirmed human cases, since 2003.
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Fastest Cures for the Effects of the Common ColdThe effects of the common cold can interfere with your daily routine, make you miss work or school and generally make you feel miserable.
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Choosing Natural Products for Common Colds PreventionA product for common colds prevention is among the most commonly purchased dietary supplements, according to a recent survey.
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Is the Common Cold Easy to Catch - and Other Frequently Asked QuestionsHere we look at some frequently asked questions, such as "Is the common cold easy to catch?" and "What is the best common cold diet?"
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Ginseng Remedies for Common Cold Prevention and TreatmentThere are many different remedies for common cold symptoms. Some of these have been proven effective in clinical studies of persons with a cold and some are remedies that have multiple uses, such as decongestants and antihistamines.
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Fighting the Common Cold with Common Cold MedicationsEfforts toward fighting the common cold should include practicing good health habits, focusing on good nutrition and using natural products that support immune system function and strength.
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Problems with the Immune System and Facts About Immune System DiseasesProblems with the immune system can be relatively minor, leading to frequent colds and other viral or bacterial infections. Or they can be major diseases.
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Some Interesting Common Cold Statistics for the New SeasonCommon cold statistics provided by government agencies indicate that on the average children have six to ten colds per year, but some children have as many as twelve.
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Recurring Common Cold Symptoms Could Be AllergiesSome people are troubled with recurring common cold symptoms or a large number of colds per year.
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Is Homeopathic Treatment of Influenza Safe or Effective?One of the leading causes of death in the United States, seasonal influenza and the complication of pneumonia attack the very young and the elderly.
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Influenza Season in the United StatesIn the United States, the peak of influenza season usually occurs between the months of December and March.
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Primary Prevention of Influenza Outbreaks Could Be ImprovedPrimary prevention of influenza epidemics and pandemics is the main function of the World Health Organization Influenza Program.
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Facts About the Common Cold; What is It, is There a CureIncluded in this article are facts about the common cold, what is it and is there an effective treatment.
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The Cause of Influenza + Pneumonia InformationFor those who are interested, this article provides, what we hope is easily understandable information about the cause of influenza + pneumonia information.
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Avian Influenza, USA SituationMany people are concerned about and interested in avian influenza. USA government agencies and public health officials throughout the world are keeping a close eye on a deadly strain of avian influenza.
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The Symptoms of Avian Human InfluenzaAvian is another word for bird. When flu bugs first infect one species and then later infect humans, they are often called by a name that reflects the original animal that carried the virus.
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A Brief History of the Avian Influenza H5N1 VirusAlthough many different influenza viruses infect birds and have for many years, the history of the avian influenza H5N1 virus in humans is relatively brief.
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Facts About Avian Influenza and the Public's Awareness of the ThreatIn the United States, talk about avian influenza and the public listens, but elsewhere in the world, it is unclear if the public has been properly advised or if they are taking the advisements seriously.
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How is Influenza Transmitted And Other Frequently Asked Questions About the FluAs the cold and flu season approaches in the northern hemisphere, people have many questions about the bugs, including "how is influenza transmitted" and questions about how influenza vaccine works to help prevent outbreaks of the flu.
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Dialysis and Fish Oil Supplements; Dialysis Patients May Not Eat Enough FishResearch concerning kidney dialysis and fish oil supplements indicates that many dialysis patients are not eating enough fish.
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Mercury Contamination Risks EvaluatedQuestions concerning omega-3 fatty acids and mercury contamination have led researchers to evaluate the risk/benefit ratio of fish consumption.
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A Look at the Health Benefits of Pharmaceutical Grade Fish Oil SupplementsPharmaceutical grade fish oil health supplements are distilled or refined to remove unwanted, sometimes harmful contaminants. Companies use a variety of processes.
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Primary Care PhysiciansTripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, HI recently published the results of a survey concerning omega-3 fatty acids and primary care physicians.
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Is Dry Hair Related to Omega-3 Fatty Acids Deficiency?Is dry hair related to omega-3 fatty acids deficiency? The short answer is maybe, maybe not. Scientists do not concern themselves much with dry hair, except as a symptom of other conditions.
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Minor Side Effects of Fish Oil Supplements May Be AvoidableThe possible side effects of fish oil are relatively minor when compared to the health benefits of this dietary supplement.
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Research Related to Fish Oil and Hyperactive Children Shows PromiseResearch related to omega-3 fatty acids, typically derived from fish oil, and hyperactive children has been ongoing since at least 1987
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The Usefulness of Fish Oil in Treating Hyperactivity in Young ChildrenSince 1987, researchers have investigated the possibility of using omega-3 fatty acids, typically derived from fish oil, in treating hyperactivity in young children.
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Research Related to Fish Oil Supplements and Dyslexia PromisingRecommendations concerning fish oil supplements and dyslexia treatment arise, at least in part, from research conducted at Oxford University in 2005
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Facts About Pharmaceutical Fish Oil Supplements for KidsCurrent recommendations concerning pharmaceutical fish oil supplements for kids arise, at least in part, from research conducted at Oxford University in 2005.
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A Review of Recent Research Reports on Coronary Heart DiseaseMuch of the latest published research reports on coronary heart disease focus on treatment and the use of statin drugs to lower LDL cholesterol levels.
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How Stress Effects Heart DiseaseHere we look at how stress effects heart disease and the relationship between physical inactivity and coronary heart disease, because the two are very much related.
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Low Thyroid & Irregular Heart Beat May Be RelatedResearch reports have linked low thyroid & irregular heart beat, as well as more serious conditions arising from undiagnosed hypothyroidism.
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Nutrient Dense Food List SummaryMany people, myself included, have searched for a "nutrient dense food list." My reason for looking and possibly yours is that last year the American Heart Association recommended that our diets should consist primarily of these "nutrient dense foods."
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The Medical Benefits of L-arginineThe possible medical benefits of l-arginine are numerous. Researchers are learning more about what a safe dose of l-arginine can do for the human body every day.
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How to Recognize the Signs of Low Blood SugarIt is really frightening to me that many people suffer from hypoglycemia and yet don't know it, because they don't know how to recognize the signs of low blood sugar.
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How the Pritkin Diet Compares to Other Weight Loss ProgramsThe Pritkin diet is not much different from any other healthy weight loss plan. It includes advice to eat healthier, satisfying foods that support your weight loss efforts combined with regular physical activity. Here's what worked for me.
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The American Diabetes Association Views Herbs and Nutritional Supplements Unnecessary; Other Professionals DisagreeThe American Diabetes Association provides a great deal of wonderful information concerning dietary and lifestyle factors that affect the condition, but their viewpoint on herbs and nutritional supplements has opponents.
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Take the Diabetes Symptoms Quiz and Access Your RiskHave you taken the type II diabetes symptoms quiz? Do you know the signs of diabetes? According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), there are about 5.7 million people in the US that have the disease and don't know it. You could be one of them.
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Diabetes Diet NewsLooking for diabetes diet news? The American Diabetes Association diet plans are designed to improve blood glucose levels, blood pressure, cholesterol numbers and help you control you weight. But, is that enough?
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LegiStorm Setting Off Furor Over Private InformationThe feud between LegiStorm and Congressional aides continues. If the aides have their way, they could end up in court.
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"Looking Down on the Moon" Satisfies and SurprisesLooking down on the moon, a new novel by J Russell Rose is not really about the moon. It's about secrets and love.
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Rate Cut by the Federal Reserve is Good NewsThe new rate cut by the Federal Reserve is good news for me personally and for any others. Here we look at how today's news can help individuals, business owners and the economy in general.
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5 Cheap Gym Memberships in Washington D.C."Cheap" is a relative term, but here are the best deals that I could find this holiday season on gym memberships in Washington D.C.
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Getting a Gold's Gym Membership in Washington D.C.Here's a look at the holiday membership deals offered by Gold's Gym in Washington D.C. The article also includes a list of locations and addresses.
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Bally Total Fitness Gym Membership InformationHere's what you should know about Bally Total Fitness before you sign a contract.
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Omega 3 Fish Oil Capsules Vs Omega 3 Without Fish OilWhich is Better? Omega 3 fish oil capsules or omega 3 without fish oil. Here are some facts to help you decide.
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Hilary Swank Touts the Oz Garcia Longevity PakHere we look at what's in the Oz Garcia anti-aging package and why it might work, but why it should be used with care.
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Phytopharm Still Researching Hoodia P57 MoleculeThe hoodia P57 molecule is patented by Phytopharm, but they cannot put a patent on the plant, so hoodia dietary supplements are common.
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Recomended Drugs for Type 2 DiabetesOne of the recomended drugs for type 2 diabetes (Avandia) recently received a black box warning from the FDA. The drug process for avandia diabetes medicine or its mechanism of action is described here.
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Benefits of St Johns Wort and Other Natural Supplements for the Relief of AnxietyAn overview of recent research concerning the benefits of St Johns wort and other herbs and botanicals in the relief of anxiety.
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Helping Family Members with Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's or Other Bowel DiseasesTwo of my close family members suffered from inflammatory bowel diseases, so I have spent a lot of my time reading and writing about the conditions. I believe that information is one key to successful treatment.
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Are You Buying Genuine Hoodia Gordonii?A number of plants are referred to as hoodia, but only genuine hoodia gordonii is a natural appetite suppressant. Here's a shopping guide.
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St Johns Wort Side Effects Include Interactions with Prescription DrugsSt Johns wort side effects include negative interactions with many prescription drugs. A recent study has shown that combining St Johns wort and lipitor will reduce the cholesterol lowering effects of that drug. Read on for more details.
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Are Hoodia Testimonials Too Good to Be True?Hoodia testimonials, news about hoodia and reviews of hoodia products may seem too good to be true. Here are some facts that may help you be the judge.
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Health/Medicinal Benefits of Garlic May Not Include Prevention of Heart DiseaseThere are numerous health/medicinal benefits of garlic, but garlic supplements may not be a worthwhile investment for those interested in preventing heart disease. Here's why.
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Diabetes Nutritional Supplements May Help Control Blood Sugar LevelsA look at some of the diabetes nutritional supplements that may help control blood sugar levels, including the botanicals banaba, bitter melon and black seed.
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Omega 3 Fish Oil Supplements Benefits High Blood PressureOmega 3 fish oil supplements benefits individuals who have hypertension or high blood pressure, according to a recent report. Here's what you should know.
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The Ginkgo Biloba Tree: Facts & BenefitsAn extract from the leaves of the ginkgo biloba tree is believed to offer many health benefits. Here are some facts about the tree and its uses.
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The Benefit of Grape Seed ExtractGrape seed extract is a relatively new dietary supplement that may help prevent certain types of heart disease and cancer. Here's what you should know about the benefit of grape seed extract.
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Diabetes Diet Recommendations from the ExpertsThe American Diabetes Association diet experts have updated their recommendations. Here's a look at what's new.
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Ginkgo Biloba: What It's Good for and How it WorksGinkgo biloba is found in many health supplements. Here's a look at what Ginkgo biloba is good for and how it works.
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Does Omega 3 Fish Oil Increase Semen Count?I've seen a lot of questions about omega 3 fish oil, but I thought this one was particularly surprising and what I learned surprised me even more.
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Primary Care PhysiciansTripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, HI recently published the results of a survey concerning omega-3 fatty acids and primary care physicians.
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A Look at the Health Benefits of Pharmaceutical Grade Fish Oil SupplementsPharmaceutical grade fish oil health supplements are distilled or refined to remove unwanted, sometimes harmful contaminants.
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Mercury Contamination Risks EvaluatedFish is the best source of omega-3 fatty acids, but high levels of mercury and other pollutants means that some fish are not safe for human consumption.
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Eating Foods that Contain Estrogen, Primarily Soy May Reduce Menopausal SymptomsResearchers debate over the health benefits of foods that contain estrogen in a woman's diet. Here we take an honest look at the possible benefits and risks.
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Menopause and Sex Drive Commonly Studied, but Answers Are UnclearMenopause and sex drive is a fairly common point of study among health researchers. Some women experience a decrease in libido, others report no change and still others enjoy sex more.
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Identifying the Phases of MenopauseThe average age for the onset of menopause is 51, but women may begin to experience the first symptoms in their late thirties. Identifying which phase of menopause a woman is currently experiencing helps to select an appropriate treatment.
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Hoodia Gordoni and DietingEven though it has been called a miracle by a BBC reporter, hoodia gordoni is only an aid to dieters. There are still important things to consider whenever a person is about to start a new diet or exercise program.
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All About the African Hoodia CactusThe plant referred to as the African hoodia cactus is actually a succulent, but the leaves are spiked and so it resembles a cactus. The hoodia cactus has been in the news lately because eating the plant seems to suppress appetite.
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Facts About the Hoodia PatchHoodia appetite suppressants are available in liquid, capsule and in teas. And now there are hoodia patches.
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Hoodia: The All Natural Appetite SuppressantHoodia gordonii is a plant that grows wild in the deserts of Africa, but that is not the important thing. The important thing is the effect that hoodia has on appetite.
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Ghosts at the Bloody AngleBeing a civil war buff, I have visited many battlefields in Virginia. This is the true story of an incident in Spotsylvania County, near Fredericksburg, Virginia, at a place known as the "Bloody Angle". It can only be described as a ghost story.