Ovarian cancer awareness
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Rochester, Minnesota - Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the ovaries. Women have two ovaries, one on each side of the uterus. The ovaries - each about the size of an almond - produce eggs (ova) as well as the hormones estrogen and progesterone.
Can phosphatidylserine improve memory and cognitive function in people with Alzheimer's disease?
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- Written by Glenn Smith, Ph.D.
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Imperial, California - Phosphatidylserine is a dietary supplement that has received some interest as a potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease and other memory problems. Several studies with phosphatidylserine indicate improved cognitive abilities and behaviors. However, improvements lasted only a few months and were seen in people with the least severe symptoms.
9 Tips to Protect Your Skin This Summer
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Phoenix, Arizona - Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can cause skin damage in as little as 15 minutes. Prolonged exposure and damage can lead to various forms of skin cancer, many of which, thankfully, are preventable. The sun isn’t the only skin-damaging predator - tanning beds, smoking and unhealthy diet can also have ill effects on the body’s outer layer.
Acai berries: Do they have health benefits?
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Imperial, California - The acai berry is a grapelike fruit harvested from acai palm trees, which are native to the rainforests of South America.
Fertility and Conception
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Rochester, Minnesota - With Mother’s Day being May 10 and May being Women’s Health Month, Mayo Clinic offers expert guidance on fertility and conception.
Acupuncture Matters
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Scottsdale, Arizona - Acupuncture involves the insertion of extremely thin needles through your skin at strategic points on your body. A key component of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is most commonly used to treat pain.
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