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Pronation Doesn’t Play a Role in Running Injury Risk
A new study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine by researchers from Aarhus University in Denmark found that foot pronation may not be associated with an increased risk...
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Job Opening: Customer Service & Sales Support
An Industry Leader VitaMedica manufactures, distributes and markets a line of targeted nutritional supplements through aesthetic plastic surgeons, facial plastic surgeons, cosmetic dermatologists and medical spas. Our products are found...
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A Vegetarian Diet May Help You Live Longer
Though the fountain of youth may be a myth, research is revealing the link between what we consume and the quality and length of our lives. It’s pretty simple –...
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How do I Find the Best Multivitamin for Women?
Q: I want to start taking a multivitamin but I’m not sure which brand to take? How do I find the best multivitamin for women? With so many multivitamins on...
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Fluids Beat Fiber for Preventing Constipation
While it may not be polite conversation, being “regular” is something that just isn’t regular for many of us, especially women and those over 65. More than 4 million Americans...
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Overall Health of Americans Needs Improvement
If you get more than 7-8 hours of sleep each night, then you’re like most U.S. adults, according to a new report released by the Centers for Disease Control and...
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Butter Lettuce with Shrimp, Avocado & Macadamia Nuts
Ingredients: 16 Medium Sized Shrimp 1 Baby or Butter Lettuce 1 package Sugar Snap Peas (about 2 cups) 1 Avocado ½ Red Bell Pepper ½ Lemon Cocktail Sauce (optional) Macadamia...
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Meals at Smaller Restaurants Too Caloric
It’s no secret that fast-food meals are belly-busting calorie bombs, especially since the law now requires large chains to post calorie information. But, are sit-down meals at smaller chains and...
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New Acne Treatment Guidelines Issued for Children
The first detailed, evidence-based clinical guidelines for the treatment of acne in children and teens was issued by The American Acne and Rosacea Society. The guidelines, which were endorsed by...
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Biking for Exercise and Weight Loss
Spring has sprung! With the long-awaited warmer weather finally here, we’re looking for excuses to spend more time outside. Given that May is Bike Month and May 13 – 17...
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What are the Best Supplements for Skin Care?
by David H. Rahm, M.D. Q: I use professional skin care products and get anti-aging treatments for my skin but I was wondering what supplements I can take to maintain...
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Dilled Shrimp Salad with Sugar Snap Peas
Ingredients: I pound cooked shrimp, shells removed, chopped 1 cup sugar snap or snow peas, cleaned & sliced thin ¼ cup diced celery (about one stalk) 2 tbsp. minced scallion...