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Does Microwaving Food Remove Nutritional Value?

Dec 22, 2017 by Total Access Medical

Is it true that microwaving food removes nutritional value?

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What Is Iron? Where Is It Found? And, What Does It Do?

Dec 06, 2017 by Total Access Medical

What Is Iron?

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Why You Should Eat More Green Beans

Sep 13, 2017 by Total Access Medical

Green beans are rich in antioxidants, which neutralize free radicals in the body to help you stay healthy and youthful, and flavonoids, the compound that gives green tea its ability to reduce body fat and prevent obesity.

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Do Not Skip Breakfast. You Could Be At Risk For Health Problems

Jul 28, 2017 by William Kirkpatrick

Have you heard of the saying, "you are what you eat?" Well, studies indicate that when you eat may be just as important as what you eat. 

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New Study: Drinking Coffee Linked to 20% Lower Risk of Liver Cancer

Jul 19, 2017 by William Kirkpatrick

Primary liver cancer is the sixth most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide, and because of its poor prognosis, it's the second leading cause of cancer death. But, researchers have found an important link between coffee consumption and liver cancer that can help diminish the risk. 

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How To Prevent Unhealthy Food Cravings

Jul 10, 2017 by William Kirkpatrick

Americans' reliance on processed foods and snacks is undoubtedly one of the main factors driving our skyrocketing obesity and disease rates

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New Study: Olive Oil Reduces Risk of Alzheimer's Disease

Jul 06, 2017 by William Kirkpatrick

The health benefits of olive oil are unrivaled, and research reveals more benefits nearly every day. In fact, we are only just beginning to understand the countless ways olive oil can improve our health, and our lives.

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Vitamin B12 Deficiency: A Silent Epidemic With Serious Consequences

Jul 03, 2017 by William Kirkpatrick

It’s estimated nearly 40% of the American population suffers from B12 levels that are too low. When B12 levels are too low, the brain doesn’t work quite right and, more often than not, people suffer from chronic fatigue.

But B12 does more than just support healthy energy levels. Its also provides a wide range of health benefits.

The question is, are you getting enough?

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9 Foods for Healthier Skin

Jun 30, 2017 by William Kirkpatrick

It is well known that a diet filled with power foods such as dark leafy greens, blue berries and avacados can help beat chronic conditions like heart disease and diabetes.

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Over-Cooked Starchy Foods Linked to Acrylamide, a "Cancer Risk"

Jun 30, 2017 by William Kirkpatrick

A new warning about the health risks of eating toasted starchy foods such as browned potatoes, burnt toast and some cereals draws a link between a chemical called acrylamide and an increased risk of cancer.

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