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What is osteoporosis, and who does it affect?
Clark County Health DepartmentWe hear people causally speak about osteoporosis; however, it can be a very serious health problem. Bone is living tissue, which is constantly being absorbed and replaced. Osteoporosis occurs when the creation of new bone does not keep up with the...Tags: Health, Broken Bones, Diets and Dieting, Harvard Medical School, Back Pain
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Spinach Salad Rings In The Season Of Lighter Dishes
The Hartford CourantThe time has finally arrived to think of spring vegetables and lighter eating. Foods should satisfy the appetite, but our craving for heavier, heartier fare has faded. Asparagus, peas, radishes, lettuce and spinach make their appearance in early...Tags: Bacon, Salads, Dietary Supplements, Lifestyle and Leisure, Eggs
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Fresh produce back in season
It’s been a long winter. If you’re like many cooks who use the seasons as a guide, you’re longing for something fresh. Martha Holmberg’s new book, “Fresh Food Nation” (Taunton Press, $22.95), is here to help, with...
Tags: Bacon, Lemons, Onions, Dietary Fiber, Mustard
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Rhubarb is peculiar and poisonous, but easy to make safe and tasty
chrisc@herald-mail.comEditor's note: This is part of an occasional series of stories on getting children (and other picky eaters) to try vegetables. The series explores ways to highlight vegetables' flavor and appearance as a way to work around the resistance some kids have to...Tags: Potassium (dietary supplement), Butter, Onions, Dietary Fiber, Apples
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Asparagus is a healthful spring veggie
Asparagus belongs to the lily family together with onions, leeks and garlic. The vegetable exists in three colors: green, white and purple. The green and most common type is slightly sweet in flavor with a tender and crisp texture. Asparagus is rich...Tags: Iron (dietary supplement), Onions, Dietary Fiber, Recipes, Consumers
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Weather affects more than just a farmer's crops
The weather affects the livelihood of many of us. With the possible exception of pilots and meteorologists, I don't think that anyone pays more attention to the weather than a farmer. His or her entire schedule is determined by the weather, especially...Tags: Potassium (dietary supplement), Mineral Supplements, Dietary Supplements
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Food additives serve unique purposes
FARGO, N.D. - “I have been reading the long ingredient lists on food packages. I'd like to consume fewer food additives, so can you send me a list of all of them and what they do?” the person asked me. I wasn't sure how to respond because our food...Tags: B Vitamins, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Food Industry, Vitamin E
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CONSUMER REPORTS: Vitamin D put to the test
Vitamin D is one of the most widely used supplements. Doctors have long recommended it along with calcium to help prevent bone fractures. However, recent studies have cast doubt on vitamin D’s benefits for healthy women. With sales of vitamin D at...
Tags: Vitamin D, Menopause, Consumers, Mineral Supplements, Osteoporosis
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Q&A: Ask the pediatrician! Dr. Diana Blythe answers your questions about kids' health
Have a question for Dr. Blythe? Write to her at AskThePediatrician@tribune.com. For more information on Dr. Blythe, go to pediatricassociates.com.
April 29, 2013
Q: My 5-year-old daughter just had her adenoids and tonsils removed because of snoring...Tags: Ibuprofen (drug), Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Health Organizations, Peanut Allergy, Vitamin C (music artist)
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Different forms of calcium supplements for bone strength
Dear Pharmacist: I'm concerned about my bone density because I was told I have osteopenia. Are all calcium supplements the same? Do you have other recommendations? — A.F., New York Dear A.F.: Osteopenia, or lower-than-normal bone density, is...
Tags: Arteriosclerotic Vascular Disease, Vitamin D, Menopause, Spirulina (dietary supplement), Chromium (dietary supplement)
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Can you guess the protein source?
FARGO, N.D. - Here are a few hints about a food that could stretch your budget. Do you know what it is? · This protein food contains natural chemicals that are good for your eyes because of their lutein content. This natural colorant may reduce...Tags: Vegetarian Diet, Butter, Onions, Peppers, Dietary Fiber
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You don't have to suffer from constipation
Constipation hits everybody at some point. The uncomfortable condition can be caused by many things, including a bad diet and dehydration. Dr. Vaibhav A. Parekh, director of Medstar Harbor Primary Care, talks about how to prevent and treat constipation,...
Tags: Drugs and Medicines, Weight Loss, Symptoms, Pharmaceuticals, Internists
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Apr 19, 2013
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