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Lisa Nelson

posted 10/29/2009, comments (0)

How to Prepare Fruits and Vegetables to Prevent Nutrient Loss

Fruits and vegetables are full of vitamins and minerals that promote heart health. Here are just a few of the nutrients found in fruits and vegetables and some of their functions. Vitamin A - Vision, Bone Growth, Dental HealthB Vitamins - Impact Metabolism, Antibodies, Energy Production, Growth, ReproductionVitamins C and E - Important... Read more Chevron

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Dr. William Davis

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posted 10/27/2009, comment (1)

Does fish oil cause bleeding?

Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil have conclusively been shown to reduce risk for heart attack and stroke. They also have the capacity to "thin the blood." What this means is that omega-3s slightly block the activation of blood platelets and inhibit their "clumping," two basic steps in clot formation. Omega-3s also inhibit production of... Read more Chevron

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Melanie Thomassian

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posted 10/13/2009, comments (0)

Heart Disease and Overweight: What’s the Connection?

Do you need to lose a few pounds? Let’s be truthful, if you have too much fat on your body, especially around your waist area, you’re at a much higher risk for health problems. That’s a scary thought! This is why maintaining a healthy weight is so vitally important. Thankfully though, some of the... Read more Chevron

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Dr. Larry Weinrauch

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posted 07/23/2008, comment (1)

Jaw Pain Could Be Sign of Serious Heart Condition

Can pain in the jaw or teeth be an indication of a heart attack? How do I tell if a pain in my arm or shoulder is due to a heart condition? These questions are quite common and frequently asked, and not always easily or correctly answered in magazines and journals. In fact, pain caused by an inadequate supply of oxygen to the heart can... Read more Chevron

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