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Lisa Nelson, RD, LN

Lisa Nelson, RD, LN, Health Pro

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Registered Dietitian and Licensed Nutritionist
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Calcium and Increased Risk for Heart Attacks

Milk is good for the bones – right? Because milk is a good source of calcium and calcium promotes bone strength. Which means you may think a calcium supplement is an even better way to protect your bones – right?   A new report in the journal Heart, has determined calcium supplements are putting people at greater risk for heart... Read moreChevron
posted 05/24/2012, comments (0)|
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Lene Andersen

Lene Andersen, Health Guide

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Writer, Advocate, Photographer
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A Call to Action: Increasing Physical Activity in Arthritis

"Arthritis is a major player in the health tsunami that is coming to America."                       - Dr. Patience White, VP of Public Health, The Arthritis Foundation   22.2 percent of Americans over the age of 18 live with one of the... Read moreChevron
posted 05/23/2012, comments (2)|
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Melanie Thomassian

Melanie Thomassian, Health Pro

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Dietitian
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Detox Diets: Are They A Good Idea?

With the start of 2012, you may have made a pledge to shed the extra pounds you've gain over the last year.Recently, I've heard a lot of people saying they intend to go on a "detox diet," as soon as the New Year begins. But, is that a wise move? For the most part, the only thing detox products help you to lose is your hard earned cash. And, in... Read moreChevron
posted 12/31/2011, comments (0)|
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Leslie Lafayette

Leslie Lafayette, Health Guide

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California writer, educator, survivor of open heart valve surgery
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Exercising for Your Heart

I apologize for being absent the last few weeks. About six weeks ago, I was in the car ready to head out for a nice drive in the Sierras with friends and my dogs. We had a picnic lunch packed and even some wine from a local vineyard. And then, the oleanders at the other side of my front lawn attracted my attention.   "Wait just a minute," I... Read moreChevron
posted 09/08/2011, comments (0)|
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Melanie Thomassian

Melanie Thomassian, Health Pro

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Dietician
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Heart Healthy Vegetarian Diet

Many vegetarians rely too much on white carbs, overly processed meat alternatives, and cheese, to reach their energy needs. But, regularly eating this type of diet is not healthy for your heart.   A vegetarian diet can, however, be very healthful and nutritious, when carefully planned to include all of the essential nutrients, which the body... Read moreChevron
posted 05/03/2011, comments (0)|
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