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Nuts and Allergy

By Kimberly Green ⋅ December 7, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

The nuts are relatively high in fat, so we tend to exclude them from the diet when what is intended is to lose weight.
However, it is scientifically proven that, despite the high fat they possess, their are monounsaturated fatty acids. It was shown that by replacing saturated fatty acids with monounsaturated or polyunsaturated acids may [...]

Vitamins B and Heart Attack

By Kimberly Green ⋅ November 18, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

One study suggests that taking vitamins B did not prevent heart attack and stroke (CVA) in people with heart disease or risk factors.
The results, according to eight clinical trials on more than 24,000 people, support the recommendations against the use of vitamins B to prevent heart disease.
The idea that the B vitamins, like folic acid, [...]

When Vitamins Turn Against Himself

By Kimberly Green ⋅ October 26, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

If you do not possess the minimum knowledge about the properties of the vitamins and the risk they represent, or if taken in excess, health may be at serious risk.
Taking vitamins is not an issue as simple as that. It is not close to the drugstore and buy a dozen bottles with labels indicating the [...]

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