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Heart Disease Isn’t Just a Man’s Disease

Heart Disease Isn’t Just a Man’s Disease

Many women mistakenly assume their risk for breast cancer is higher than the risk of heart disease and that heart disease is more of a “man’s disease.” Heart disease is still the number one killer of women, although it sometimes presents differently in women. Here’s what you should know.

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5 Ways to Boost Dietary Calcium Absorption

5 Ways to Boost Dietary Calcium Absorption

You may be consuming calcium-rich foods, but are you really getting the benefits? This article discusses five factors that can reduce the amount of calcium absorption from the foods you eat and suggests how to maximize the benefits you get from this bone-building mineral.

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Why It’s Better to Get Calcium Through Diet Not Supplements

Do you get your calcium naturally through diet or by taking calcium supplements? If you do the latter, it may be time to rethink how you get your calcium. New research shows that taking calcium supplements could be risky for your health. Here’s why it’s important to get calcium through diet and how to make sure you get enough.

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