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Medical Weight Loss, Hormone Replacement Therapy, & Health Articles

Are Supplements Right for You?

The best way to get all of our required daily nutrients is to obtain most of them from food sources. Food not only provides us with vitamins and minerals, but also supplies us with fiber, phytochemicals and antioxidants. These components interact with one another in ways that supplements are not

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Do Men Lose Weight Faster than Women?

To be successful in your weight loss endeavors, it often takes a variety of changes to nutrition and exercise habits. It often takes time and persistence to reach goals once these changes are adopted. It can also be easier for some people than it is for others to lose unwanted

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4 Reasons To Start Your New Years Goals Today

Why wait until January 1st? Set those personal goals now! New Years Day isn’t necessarily the best time to begin tackling new goals. When we make a decision to set a new goal and then take action based on a date rather than on our personal readiness, we might just

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Tips for a Trimmer Thanksgiving

It is November! Thanksgiving will be here soon, which is the start of the holiday season. This just also happens to be a time when many people get off track with healthy habits. With colder weather, family gatherings, and a multitude of holiday parties, it is quite easy to push

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Diabetes: Know the Signs!

  November is National Diabetes Month! During this month of diabetes awareness, take some time to learn the facts about this disease. Did you know? 30 million children and adults in the US have diabetes and 86 million Americans have prediabetes and thus are at risk of developing type 2

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Excess Weight May Increase Risk of Breast Cancer

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month. 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. It is the second leading cause of cancer death among women. Breast cancer begins when normal cells in the breast start to grow out of control. The cells typically form

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How to check for Prostate Cancer: Are you at risk?

September is national Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Take this opportunity to learn more about this disease and how to take measures to help prevent it from occurring. What is Prostate Cancer? The prostate is a walnut-shaped gland in males located blow the bladder and in front of the rectum. It

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Are You Eating Enough Fruits and Vegetables?

Now that summer is here and many local markets and grocery stores carry more fresh, in-season vegetables, it’s a good time to take a look at your current eating habits and determine if you could use a few extra veggies and fruits throughout your day. The dietary Guidelines for Americans

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