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Nutrient alert

Article Abstract:

A study has shown that high levels of chromium picolinate caused chromosome damage in the DNA of hamster ovary cells. Since no conclusive report has yet been made on the effect of chromium picolinate on humans, consumers are advised to gauge their nutritional needs before taking any drug supplement.

Author: Williams, Stephanie
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1996
Dietary supplements, Chromium, Chromium (Metal)

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Help! I've fallen into a food rut and I can't get out

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Victims of food rut, the tendency to eat the same food everyday for fear of gaining weight, can overcome the problem by eating a variety of foods that have the same or more nutritional value. Studies show that eating the fewest varieties of foods can cause heart disease, cancer and other diseases.

Author: Williams, Stephanie
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1998
Analysis, Women, Eating disorders, Women's health

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What your doctor doesn't know about nutrition

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Doctors may know less than patients about nutrition as a force in preventative medicine. Medical schools do not focus on nutrition courses, although 50% of the top ten diseases are related to what people eat. It is up to the public to learn about nutrition.

Author: Williams, Stephanie
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1993
Usage, Education, Physicians, Medical professions, Nutrition

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