Red, White, and Don't Be Blue!
 The Fourth of July weekend is nearly upon us, and a celebration of our nation and heritage is at hand. We all look forward to fireworks, barbeque, and getting together with family and friends. But what happens when the fireworks and fun leave you with a case of the holiday blues… even in a time of celebration? Could your body be telling you something’s wrong?
Convenience at a Cost: The Dangers of Birth Control Pills
Posted by Physician's Preference on 6/7/2011
to Omega 3
It is easy to pop a pill, even though birth control medications have long been known for possibly increasing the risk of stroke, but a recent study found that specific birth control pills increase a women’s risk of stroke by two to three times more than the other medications. This is scary, to say the least. Did you know that birth control pills do not contain the bioidentical hormone, progesterone?
What Vitamins Should I take?
 As a vitamin consultant, I am asked daily,
“How many and which vitamins do you take?” Resiliently spouting off
almost everything on our shelves, I go through and name everything I
take. When I get done, nine times out of ten I’m asked, “Well what do
you take this for?” and “what does this do for you?” and of course, “What vitamins should I take”. So I’m here to tell you all what is in my pillbox...
Diabetes and Vitamins
 People with diabetes struggle everyday to balance what and when they eat
and drink with what is best for their blood sugar levels—this is
critical both in the short- and long-term for overall health and
vitality. For some, watching his or her diet alone is not enough so they
are reliant on...
Vitamin Value: Does Cost Equal Quality?
Posted by Physicians Preference on 11/9/2010
to Supplements
 Every savvy shopper knows that spending more money does not necessarily
mean buying a higher quality, more valuable product. Being a consumer
who reads labels, researches manufacturer processes and products, and
shops for the best prices can save money and find the highest quality
products--and the same is true ...
Buckwheat Noodles with Lobster
Posted by Physicians Preference on 10/28/2010
to Omega 3
 Buckwheat noodles are more commonly known as soba noodles, or native
Japanese spaghetti-style noodles made from buckwheat flour. Soba noodles
have roughly twice the amount of protein as rice, and are full of vitamin B1 and B2, as well as a number of trace minerals.
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