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A deficiency in this mineral makes you twice as likely to die as other people, according to a study published in the Journal of Intensive Care Medicine. It also accounts for a long list of symptoms an …

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These days, vitamin D is a hot topic. It’s in all of the health magazines and front and center on health food shelves. Most doctors are testing us for it, and most of us are turning up low on this hor …

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Preparing for the meal event  Make a point to sit down for a meal and eat in a calm, relaxed state. Not rushed, angry or stressed. If you find yourself in a not ideal emotional state, you have op …

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There are several mechanisms at play after sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and other malabsorptive procedures (such as the duodenal switch) that increase the risk of bone loss in these bariat …

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Why do I need specialized “bariatric” vitamins?You have a different gastrointestinal (GI) tract after bariatric surgery, including sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, duodenal switch, or any of the …

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YES, you need antioxidants! Anti-oxidants help counter free radical damage from stressors to the body. These oxidative stressors come from sources such as the by-products of normal b …

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