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Veronica's picture

Weight loss supplements recommended by Dr. Daenell: safe for everyone?

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I just watched Dr. Daenell's video on empowher
http://empowher.com/share/weight-managem...

about what women can do about their unwanted weight. She mentioned three supplements, one was CoQ10. the others I could not understand (my slow computer connection, no doubt). How can I access the trascript for this video?


     
     
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VIDEO: Dr. Daenell - Natural Supplements That Help Regulate Hormones

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Dr. Daenell explains what natural supplements can help women regulate their hormones.


     
     
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Online Resources for Botanical and Herbal Supplements

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I wanted to share a few online resources that I found helpful, in looking for credible information regarding botanical and other herbal supplements, for dietary or therapeutic use. These sites include clinical trials being conducted on effectiveness of substances, approved uses, definitions, latin names, how to use it, what the original source is, etc. Very helpful information for anyone interested in using supplements!


     
     
alison b's picture

Not all Omega-3s are Created Equal

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Did you know that there are several types of Omega-3s, and they are "not created equal"?!

I do not eat fish (unfortunately, can't stand the flavor!), which is one of the best sources of omega-3...so I am always interested in learning about how to get Omega-3s into my diet. I thought if I ate some walnuts, touted as a "good source of omega-3", then I was covered. Not necessarily so! Looks line walnuts contain the ALA-type of omega-3, so I may not be getting enough DHA- or EPA-types of omega-3 in my diet. Here's what I found:


     
     
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Time To Talk about Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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Friday, June 6, 2008
Time To Talk About CAM:
Health Care Providers and Patients Need To Ask and Tell
Provided by: NIH News