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Wednesday, February 10th, 2010 10 views
Osteoporosis is a disease most people are familiar with, either because they suffer from it or know someone who does. There are numerous TV commercials promoting products to help those suffering find relief. Both men and women suffer from this disease in which bones become fragile and a serious injury ...
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Friday, February 5th, 2010 33 views
Water is abundant on our planet and provides the most basic need to sustain life. It is essential for all of our body's functions. The amount your body requires depends on your health, your level of activity, and where you live.
During times of the year when the weather is hot ...
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Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 23 views
When preparing food for your family, festive gatherings, reunions, or other celebrations, food safety is one area where you can't be to careful. When serving large amounts of food, remember to clean counter tops and cutting boards frequently, particularly between food types. This is especially important when handling uncooked items ...
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Thursday, April 30th, 2009 197 views
Vitamin D has been in the news lately and here are some interesting tidbits of information on this vital nutrient that we like to share. In a recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition [88(6): 1519-1527, 2008], researchers found that the vitamin D levels in male subjects ...
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