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7 Gluten-Free Grocery List Essentials

7 Gluten-Free Grocery List Essentials

When you have gluten intolerance, it helps to have a gluten free grocery list as a reference. The good news is that many foods are naturally gluten free and you probably already eat many of them. Grains - You’ll want to avoid wheat, barley, and rye. But that leaves...

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Inflammation And Your Immune System

Inflammation And Your Immune System

The word inflammation comes from the Latin inflammare, to set on fire. In the context of our immune system, heat, redness, pain and swelling form as a reaction to either injury, or a perceived threat in the body. If you've ever hit your thumb with a hammer, you can...

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Do You Love Your Car More Than Yourself?

Do You Love Your Car More Than Yourself?

One of the most frequently asked questions in my office is: “How much will this cost and why doesn’t my insurance cover these services? Unfortunately, insurance does not cover many services, and as time marches forward, insurance will cover...

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Hay Fever And Gut Health

Hay Fever And Gut Health

What does gut health have to do with hay fever or seasonal allergies? Probably a good deal more than you might think. Allergies and hay fever are an inappropriate defensive response to pollen and other substances. According to Dr. Joseph Mercola, "Besides being...

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