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Breast Cancer and Alcohol: How Much is Safe?Nearly 5,000 breast cancer deaths a year may be attributable to just light drinking (up to one drink a day).
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Clinical Studies on Acai BerriesAn independent review of the effects of açaí berries was recently published, including studies on immune function, arthritis, and metabolic parameters.
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Meat MythcrushersMeat industry public relations campaign to "crush" myths makes false claim about the millions of pounds of antibiotics fed to farm animals.
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The Best Baby FormulaExclusive breast-feeding for a full six months may ironically improve our children's taste for vegetables, whereas children fed formula grow up with increased rates of inflammatory diseases such as..
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Nerves of MercuryStudies of the neurobehavioral toxicity of mercury on children suggest that no level of mercury exposure can be considered safe, but pressure from the fish industry may be preventing safety limits..
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Pregnant Vegans at Risk for Iodine DeficiencyDisinfectants used to sanitize cow udder may provide a source of iodine for dairy consumers but can also increase the concentration of pus in milk from cows with staph infection mastitis.
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Vitamin D Pills vs. Tanning BedsA reclassification of tanning beds as a category 1 carcinogen underscores the importance of vitamin D supplementation for those at risk for deficiency.
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Is Stevia Good For You?How much of this natural sweetener can be considered safe?
