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Calcium Supplement

I just had a Dexa scan and my doctor says I have Osteoporosis. What is the best form of Calcium to take to supplement my diet?

What form of calcium supplement is the best?

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Curing Dry Skin

What can I do about dry skin? I have tried many lotions and creams and still end up feeling like my skin is too dry.

Get some tips on how to cure dry skin! Dr. Berka shares some of his insights!

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Tap Water

Is tap water bad? What type of water is best to drink?

Water is the essence of life. All water that we drink is the same from chemical perspective; H2O. Yet, there are so many different types of water and water purification/filtrations systems on the market. So what is the best type of water to drink?

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Cream Progesterone

It was recommended to me to use a cream progesterone at night before bedtime, to help with sleeping. Is this safe to use?

This is a very common question in my practice.  If you are using progesterone to stabilize your hormones and your sleep, it is best to take oral progesterone before bed.  If you are using a topical progesterone cream or gel, it will still also be helpful to get a restful night of sleep.  Remember, that [...]

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Diabetes Testing

What is the true cause of so much diabetes nowadays?

Diabetes mellitus is usually referred to as Diabetes or DM.

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Mosquito on pond

What is the strongest, non-toxic mosquito repellant?

While there are many “fair” products on the market, the mosquito repellent that works the best is not something you put on your skin. It is something that you take in a pill. GARLIC!

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organic produce stand

Does Organic versus non Organic food really make a difference in nutrients, or is it just the hormones and pesticides that we need to be careful of?

This is a great question and continues to be topic of debate. First of all, there is very little difference in actual nutrient content of an organic vs. non-organic food.

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organic grapes on the vine

What ‘real’ health benefits are attributed to drinking one glass of organic wine a day?

While drinking a glass of wine a day has been shown have some health benefits, there are clearly better alternatives for antioxidants without the toxic affect of the alcohol.

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