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Bariatric Surgery: A Tool in the Battle of the Bulge

May 1, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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A look at the different types of bariatric surgeries available.

Everyone knows America is getting fatter. The obesity problem in our country has grown so much that many are calling it an epidemic. Diets are notorious for not working - we don't lose much, begin to eat normally again, and wham - we gain MORE weight. What can we do to win the fight against obesity? Diets? They seem to not work for most. Exercise? How many times has exercise been tried only to fail as well? Pills? Another option that seems to fail as soon as things go back to normal. One ... Continue Reading

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MSG: The Hidden Toxin in Your Food

June 25, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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MSG is known to be an appetite stimulant and cause physical problems – especially in children.

What if I told you there is a common flavoring substance added to your food that can cause physical, mental and emotional disturbances in you and your children? What if I told you that this substance is added not only to adult but also to baby food? Finally, what if I told you that despite countless scientific studies attesting to the dangers of this food additive, the FDA has done nothing to ban its use? The substance I am referring to is MSG (monosodium glutamate). It is commonly added to ... Continue Reading

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