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Gas - Not the Kind at the Pump...
Created on 3/30/2012
Some of our favorite foods can cause an uncomfortable and even embarassing condition -
intestinal gas.
The gas develops as a result of the actions of bacteria that reside in our gut.
The best ways to manage this state of affairs is to eat only small amounts of "gassy" foods, and to consider the use of a probiotic.
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Allergies? Migraines? Think Butterbur
Created on 3/20/2012
Spring is here, and so is pollen season.
In addition, any season can be migraine season.
There are plenty of ways to help prevent and treat allergies and migraines - but one remedy just might impact both health issues - butterbur.
Be sure, however, to look for products labeled "PA-Free".
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Muscle Aches with Statins - Now What?
Created on 3/6/2012
Statin drugs can be extremely effective for lowering high cholesterol levels.
Some people, however, develop aches, pains and fatigue in association with the use of statin drugs.
You can help lower your risk of developing muscle pain with statins by making sure you have adequate levels of vitamin D in your system, and perhaps by also taking the vitamin-like agent called coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10).
If need be, your doctor has other agents to prescribe that can help lower your cholesterol levels instead of statin drugs.
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Muscle Aches with Statins - What to Do?
Created on 3/6/2012
Statin drugs can be extremely effective for lowering high cholesterol levels.
Some people, however, can develop aches, pains and fatigue in association with the use of statin drugs.
You can help lower your risk of developing muscle pain with statins by making sure you have adequate levels of vitamin D in your system, and perhaps by also taking the vitamin-like agent called coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10).
If need be, your doctor also has other agents to prescribe that can help lower your cholesterol level besides statin drugs.
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Foods Can Help Manage Inflammation?
Created on 3/6/2012
"Inflammation" has been a buzz word in health care for over a decade.
Why? Because when inflammation occurs where / when it's not needed there can be health consequences.
Thankfully, following a healthy diet can be anti-inflammatory, and there are a number of herbs and supplements that separately might also offer benefit.
However, it's best to discuss them first with your doctor to be sure they are both safe and a good choice in your specific health circumstances.
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