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The typical image of an arthritic woman - elderly, hobbling and sickly - is beginning to change. While we may associate arthritis with older folk, the fact is, many younger men and women face some level of bone and joint…

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Often, injuries carry an aggravating side effect: pain. More and more frequently, pain is not just a temporary result that will go away, but becomes a permanent factor that affects people’s lives. Jane E. Brody of the New York Times…

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There was a time when diets were simple. Not so today.

Health-heralded fruits, vegetables, and whole grains—once the model of perfect nutrition—are now only a small fraction of dietary health. In today’s health and fitness market, nearly impossible to pronounce supplements have…

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Commonly used by ancient civilizations and coveted by empires for thousands of years, herbs and spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves have long been touted as more than just seasonings. In the Middle Ages, wealthy Europeans would hoard imports from Asia and Africa for…

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With study after study proving that simple changes to North American eating habits can prevent a host of ailments and radically improve our quality of life, health-conscious consumers are shelling out more money than ever on so-called “super foods” and supplements claiming to…

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