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The FDA Puts 27 Drugs on Watch List: Is Yours One?

Written by Dr. Carrie Jones on February 21, 2010 - 5:37pm

Millions of Americans start out their day swallowing their necessary medications. We place our trust in healthcare providers for their expertise, in our pharmacists for their experience and the drug companies for their research. Many medications are required for living, staving off symptoms or curing disease yet how many of you experience the laundry list of side effects as reported by that particular drug company.

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A Woman’s Heart, Possible Permanent Muscle Damage from Statin Usage

Written by Mary Kyle on October 21, 2009 - 7:48pm

Have you ever heard someone say that the cure is worse than disease? Or maybe, if the disease (whatever it may be) doesn’t kill you the cure will? Sometimes, it does seem as if this is the case!

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5 Foods that Actually LOWER Cholesterol

Written by Kellen Wilson on March 12, 2010 - 12:38pm

Does everything that is good for us have to taste bad? Does our heart health depend solely on a bland, boring diet? What about all of my favorites?

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Could You Have Metabolic Syndrome?

Written by Dr. Carrie Jones on March 7, 2010 - 9:17pm

Did you know that one in five Americans has metabolic syndrome? It’s a rising epidemic that can lead to heart disease and diabetes. Also known as Syndrome X and Insulin Resistance Syndrome, it includes a combination of criteria to be diagnosed.

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Get Healthy Eating Back on Track After Super Bowl Celebrations

Written by Dr. Carrie Jones on February 7, 2010 - 6:07pm

Let’s face it; many consider Super Bowl Sunday the equivalent of a national holiday.

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American Heart Month: 20 Things You Can Do!

Written by Dr. Carrie Jones on February 1, 2010 - 8:18pm

Did you know that since 1963, the President has declared February American Heart Month to make citizens aware of our nation’s number one killer? (It’s not cancer)!

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A Woman's Heart, Blueberries, Belly Fat and Your Heart

Written by Mary Kyle on January 27, 2010 - 9:50am

I may have an apple-shaped figure but berries are my fruit of choice. I absolutely love berries and it really doesn't matter which kind - strawberries, blackberries, raspberries - I love them all!

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Is Wine Good For Your Heart?

Written by Dr. Carrie Jones on January 18, 2010 - 10:22am

We all love our glass of wine. It pairs well with meals, it helps after a stressful day and it’s nice to sip while gossiping with girlfriends or hanging with your husband. Many of my patients tell me that they drink wine because it’s also good for their cardiovascular system. I decided to do a little research in order to determine if this was real fact or a hopeful excuse for continued enjoyment.

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Top 5 Reasons For Fish Oil

Written by Dr. Carrie Jones on January 15, 2010 - 10:03pm

Fish oil is a great remedy that helps a variety of health conditions. It comes in easy to swallow capsules or liquids and is heavily concentrated in fish such as wild-caught salmon. Here are some good reasons for taking fish oil.

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Is Your Resolution To Lower Your Cholesterol?

Written by Dr. Carrie Jones on January 3, 2010 - 1:40pm

How many of you made a New Year’s resolution? Maybe it was to start an exercise program. Maybe it was to eat healthier. Maybe it was to lower your cholesterol. If that’s the case, then read on because we’re going to talk about what cholesterol is and ways to lower it this New Year’s season.

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The FDA Puts 27 Drugs on Watch List: Is Yours One?

A Woman’s Heart, Possible Permanent Muscle Damage from Statin Usage

5 Foods that Actually LOWER Cholesterol

Could You Have Metabolic Syndrome?

Get Healthy Eating Back on Track After Super Bowl Celebrations

American Heart Month: 20 Things You Can Do!

A Woman's Heart, Blueberries, Belly Fat and Your Heart

Is Wine Good For Your Heart?

Top 5 Reasons For Fish Oil

Is Your Resolution To Lower Your Cholesterol?

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