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Doctor whose work saved millions reflects on career
The publication of Alfred Sommer's new memoir, "10 Lessons in Public Health," comes precisely 30 years after the publication of the most important thing he's ever written: "Increased mortality in children with mild vitamin A deficiency," a report of a...
Tags: Vaccines, Literature, Mineral Supplements, Arts and Culture, Health and Safety at School
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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: Calcium, Onions, Consumers, Dietary Supplements, Vitamin C
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Spices have strong medicinal value
Dear Pharmacist: I ate like a hog over the holiday, and it was wonderful! To spare my guilt, are there any benefits to holiday foods and spices? — D.E., Orlando Dear D.E.: All those delicious spices have numerous medicinal benefits. Nutmeg can ease...Tags: Asthma, Lymphoma, Pumpkin, Iron (dietary supplement), Erectile Dysfunction
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Supplements aren't quick fix for weight
Dear Pharmacist: What are some natural dietary supplements that can help me lose weight, or at least manage it during the holidays? — C.A., Gainesville Dear C.A.: When it comes to weight management, nothing works better and faster than exercising...Tags: Vitamin Therapy, Health Treatments, Vitamin B7, Dietary Supplements, Amino Acids
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Pumpkin - a colorful, nutritious, fall veggie
The most popular use of pumpkins may be for jack-o’-lanterns and fall decorations, but there are many more healthful ways pumpkin can be used. When eaten, pumpkin provides vitamin A, potassium, protein and vitamin C. Pumpkin is also low in calories....Tags: Pumpkin, Dietary Supplements, Potassium (dietary supplement)
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Winter squash - a healthful addition to fall menus
Its fall and the season for including winter squash in your menus. Winter squash are easy to prepare and a healthy addition to any meal. Winter squash is a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium and fiber. Fat free, cholesterol free and sodium...Tags: Pumpkin, Pasta, Potassium (dietary supplement), Potatoes, Dietary Supplements
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Breakfast is the most important meal of the day
By Melissa Tewes Special to The Herald-Mail Your mother always told you that breakfast was the most important meal of the day. As usual, Mom was right. There are many physical and mental benefits to eating breakfast every day. Many documented...Tags: Calcium, Body Mass Index, Iron (dietary supplement), Baking Powder, Eggs
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Test kitchen bonus: Winter squash
The Dish - Orlando SentinelTo novice cooks, winter squash looks like the produce section bully: a heavy-weight contender that won't yield without a bit of a tussle in the kitchen. But once cooked, the tough exterior reveals a bit of a softy inside. And health experts will tell... -
The Nutritious Sweet Potato
Lehigh Valley Master GardenersCedar Crest intern Toni loves sweet potatoes! She writes: "sweet potatoes have been around for centuries. They are produced from a plant native to central and South America, which was grown widely by Native Americans. They were a main source...... -
Your Stylist: Expert advice for soothing dry winter nails, hands
All The RageThe recent cool weather and wild winds are wreaking havoc with my hands, nails and cuticles. My manicure seems to look haggard just days after a trip to the nail salon and the constant application of hand sanitizer during this...... -
5 tips to stay fit during the holidays
LakeviewThe holidays are almost upon us. And for many like me, that means the looming fear of an expanding waistline. From grandma's glorious cherry pie to homemade turkey dressing, the average holiday meal can rack up between 3,000 – 3,500 calories –... -
'Easily affordable' to save 2 million children, report says
World NowThe world could save 2 million children every year if it helped the neediest countries take 13 recommended steps to conquer malnutrition, according to a new report from Save the Children....
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