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While you know “omega” as the last letter of the Greek alphabet, and meaning, “the end,” it is doubtful that you have heard the end about “omega-3 fatty acids.” In fact, you’ll be hearing more and more about this long-chain fatty acid and how important it is to your health, and how ... Views: 2272
In recent years, scientists have found that some of the complications of obesity, which include diabetes, hypertension, insulin resistance, and heart disease, were more clearly related to the central distribution of fat (excessive fat tissue in the abdominal region), than to overall level of ... Views: 1094
Have you ever had major surgery? If you have, you will know that once the anesthesia has worn off, the first thing the doctors and nurses require of you is to “get out of bed” and move! But, “wait a minute,” you cry, “I just had major surgery--let me rest.” Thankfully, however, for you, that ... Views: 1366
We all know how important getting adequate calcium is for building strong bones and teeth, and for preventing osteoporosis, a condition of gradually weakening brittle bones. But did you know that recent research has discovered that adding calcium to your diet can also promote increased weight ... Views: 1030