Julie was shocked. She had just  had a mammogram and received a clean bill of health. But now, just a few months  later, her doctor told her she had a very aggressive form of breast cancer and  needed surgery immediately.

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Stubborn hypertension is really frustrating. For those who suffer with it, they can do everything right and it just won't come down. That puts them at a higher risk for heart attack and stroke. But there's evidence that a deficiency of nitric oxide can be the reason for the high blood pressure. For people under 40, that means a simple amino acid combination could be all you need. For people over 40, you may have to try another option.  

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A doctor friend of mine recently told me an incredible story about vitamin D. And it could explain why some people suffer with insomnia when they take this vitamin.  

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Are you still putting petroleum on your lips? Here’s a better option.... Being a guy, I don't have much experience with skin care. I'm the kind of guy that would rather have his wife hold my hand with dry hands than a handful of lotion. I just don't like the stuff. However, growing up in Colorado, there was always one form of skin care that I never left home without — lip balm. Between the dry, windy, cold air and the intense sunshine, my lips were always dry and chapped if I didn't have lip balm around. And skiing without lip balm was a definite no-no.  

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As you may know, probiotics are a vital supplement for having a healthy gut. These beneficial bacteria help balance your digestive system and boost your immune system. But what happens when taking probiotics doesn't have the effect you expect?  

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