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  • Acid Reflux by

    Posted on: March 11, 2015Categories: LiveWell 24/7

                    Many people have experienced heartburn at some point in their lives, but what happens when it becomes a frequent or even daily occurrence? Problems associated with chronic acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), can lead to the erosion of tooth enamel—requiring costly dental restoration—and may even increase the risk of developing cancer of the esophagus. Most people can prevent severe tissue damage and mana ...

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  • March is National Nutrition Month by

    Posted on: March 4, 2015Categories: LiveWell 24/7

                  National Nutrition Month is designed to promote nutrition education and information. Created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the campaign focuses attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating habits. For 2015, the theme is "Bite into a Healthy Lifestyle," which encourages everyone to adopt eating and physical activity plans that are focused on consuming fewer calories, making informed f ...

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  • Why are Colds More Common in the Winter? by

    Posted on: February 25, 2015Categories: LiveWell 24/7

                    Although never confirmed, its always been said colds occur more in the winter time, but why? Recent studies show our body's immune system doesn't work as well at lower temperatures. The results of these studies suggest as internal body temperatures fall after exposure to cold air, the body's defense system weakens making a person less likely to beat rhinovirus (the viral agent that causes the common cold). It has been know rhinovi ...

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