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Do you know how dangerous a vitamin B12 deficiency can be? Many people walk around with a B12 deficiency and don’t realize it until symptoms appear.  This essential nutrient plays an enormous role in many aspects of your health, from…
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One of the many essential nutrients for the body includes B12. This powerful nutrient plays an enormous role in various parts of your body, including DNA, red blood cells, hormones, and nerves. While there are many causes for a B12…
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Pain is a widespread problem today, delivering serious blows to people's health, happiness, and productivity. Chronic pain is one of the most common reasons adults seek medical care.  It’s been linked to restrictions in mobility and daily…
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How many times have you slept through the night, possibly for 6 to 8 hours, only to wake up still feeling tired and dragging? Do you consider yourself a ‘Light Sleeper’ (awakened by the slightest noise)? Well, you’re not alone. This…
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There’s a lot of information whirling around media outlets about treatments, medications and supplements to protect against COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus. I’ve received a deluge of questions asking me, “Can melatonin…
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There is no doubt that we are in a war against a powerful (…but not indestructible) virus, COVID-19. During this time, we must not fall subject to fear and panic, but we must arm ourselves mentally and physically to conquer this epidemic.…
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Most people will agree that spending many nights tossing and turning is the worst. If you have difficulty falling asleep or wake up frequently during the night, you may be suffering from insomnia. Insomnia is habitual sleeplessness or…
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Do you dine out at restaurants, eat foods that come from a can or a box, drink diet beverages, or eat junk food?  If you are like most Americans, the answer to this question is resoundingly…YES! Did you know that these foods contain…
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