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A number of recent studies are showing that pistachios have surprising health benefits.  For example, research presented at the experimental biology conference in Washington, DC shows that pistachios have less calories than previously thought.  Dr. David Baer of the Beltsville USDA Human Nutrition Research Center, part of the Agricultural Research...

They’ve become the most accessible, and among the most trusted health care professionals in our country today…  Your neighborhood pharmacist.  Many are getting to know to the person behind the counter better than ever before.  Some, like Walgreens, offer a broad range of health care services – everything from immunizations,...

Unfortunately, plastic surgeons hear about botched procedures all the time.  At a time when shopping malls and even beauty shops offer botox and chemical peels, your appearance and maybe even your life depend on doing your homework.  Find out more about patient safety and how to find an American Society...

Why is it that, with all the diet books, fat-free foods and expert advice available one out of every three people is still obese?  It’s because conventional advice is loaded with roadblocks that keep us fat.  But now nutritionist Dian Griesel, PhD, and brother Tim Griesel have discovered the holy...

Studies show, as little as 30 minutes of walking per day can help reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes. It’s no secret walking is good for your health but surprisingly, our society today is walking less than ever before – contributing to record-high obesity rates. The department...