ClinicalReads

Clinical science

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A Little Monsanto GMO in Each of Us

Genetically modified organ­isms are in our refri­gera­tors, on our shelves, and likely in our diges­tive system right now.

Food

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Are You A Smoothie Criminal?

Several factors determine whether your smoothies are satisfying and healthy. Cut through the misinformation and learn what science reveals.

Nutrition

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Are You Getting Enough Potassium?

Many Americans do not consume enough potassium. With abundant potassium food sources, consider various ways to eat it.

Dermatology

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Dark Side of Hydroquinone

Why dermatologists are cautious about prescribing hydro­qui­none, which is one of the most effec­tive skin lighten­ing agents.

Neurology

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Are You Too Young For Shingles?

Sooner or later, you'll probably get the debilitating disease, shingles. The severity depends on what you do in advance.

Woman

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Cellulite and Stretch Mark Treatments

Who gets stretch marks and cellulite? What causes them and, most importantly, how can you minimize their appearance?

Gastroenterology

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Where Lost Weight Goes

Science does not support the notion of remark­able weight loss by typical waste elimina­tion. Compare current methods to treat morbid obesity.

Mental health

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Working With People Having Obsessions

Mental health professionals try to fix them and the unin­formed often stigmatize these gener­ally high-functioning individuals.

Endocrinology

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Break the Biological Weight Barrier

Scientists believe each indivi­dual has a genetically dete­rmined weight range. Do physio­logi­cal chemi­cals or meta­bolic syn­drome hinder weight loss?

Internist

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Ethiopian Medical Profession Growth

The ratio of Ethiopian doctors has improved 3,000 percent. Learn more about this culture and how it is flourishing.