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What is Glycolic Acid?

Thursday, June 6, 2013
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Glycolic acid is probably the best-known chemical in a group of chemicals called Alpha hydroxy acids.  Glycolic acid is a derivative of sugar cane. So some people consider it a natural…

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What One Thing Can Men Do to Improve Their Diets?

Monday, June 3, 2013
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What One Thing Can Men Do to Improve Their Diets?

If men were to choose just one way to improve their diets, cutting back on fat would be it,  according to Martin Yadrick, RD. “Lower fat diets have not only been linked to…

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The Hips Don’t Lie: Study Shows Body Fat on Hips and Waist May be Dangerous

Friday, May 31, 2013
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The Hips Don’t Lie: Study Shows Body Fat on Hips and Waist May be Dangerous

While excess body fat has been linked to a host of health ailments such as obesity, high cholesterol and high blood pressure, and major problems including stroke and diabetes,  proof exists…

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Understanding Physics for Better Health

Thursday, May 23, 2013
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Understanding Physics for Better Health

Yesterday,  we told you about the subject of Chemistry as it relates to a “Health” science. Today, we are publishing a follow-up piece connecting physics with health education. In their textbook, An Integrated…

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Understanding Chemistry May Help You Understand Your Health

Wednesday, May 22, 2013
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Understanding Chemistry May Help You Understand Your Health

The study of chemistry helps us to understand body processes and our health.  ”And chemistry and biology are more connected than you might think,” according to the National Institutes of Health. “ 1…

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Five E-Z Weight Loss Tips

Thursday, May 16, 2013
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Five E-Z Weight Loss Tips

Many folks are looking for a diet plan that will provide weight loss quickly, easily, and painlessly.  But, because each of us is unique and our genetic makeup varies from person…

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How Do You Find Your Ideal Body Fat Percentage?

Monday, May 13, 2013
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How Do You Find Your Ideal Body Fat Percentage?

Determining the best body fat percentage for YOU can often be a tedious task.  For every person who tells you that you look best a certain way, a dozen more will…

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How Can I Avoid Knee Injuries?

Tuesday, April 30, 2013
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How Can I Avoid Knee Injuries?

Avoiding knee injuries Knee injuries are a common occurrence in exercise and sports. Some athletes prone to such injuries, will often wrap their knees with an ACE bandage, knee wraps or…

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Does Exercise Help Or Harm A Cold?

Monday, April 29, 2013
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Does Exercise Help Or Harm A Cold?

Last week we published a piece called, “Will Exercise Combat the Common Cold?” http://hollywoodhealthletter.com/2013/04/23/will-exercise-combat-the-common-cold/#.UYSe4Pq3OL8. This time around, we offer a different perspective. Most Americans suffer from one to six colds per…

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Live and Learn

Friday, April 26, 2013
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Live and Learn

Our readers who are grandparents will appreciate this one! How many times have you said to your children and grandchildren, “I’m a lot older and a lot smarter than you, so…

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