Hit and myth: misconceptions may be why calcium is missing

Article Abstract:

Many women fail to get their recommended daily allowance of calcium each day due to misconceptions about lactose-intolerance and about the levels of cholesterol and fat contained in calcium-rich products, such as milk and cheese. Needed calcium can be obtained in the diet without adding significant fat.

Health aspects, Dairy products, Women, Food and nutrition, Calcium in the body, Calcium (Nutrient)

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Phone for bones: where to get a snapshot of your skeleton

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The National Osteoporosis Foundation provides a toll free number that will provide callers the names of three sites in their area that do bone-density measurements, which are recommended at menopause or just before to track bone loss while aging. The number is 1-800-464-6700.

Information services, Osteoporosis, Bone densitometry

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Sink stomach hazards: a rinse may wash away danger

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Researchers recommend scrubbing one's hands in hot, soapy water after handling raw chicken, eggs or red meat to prevent salmonella poisoning. It is best to remove rings and scrub for at least 20 seconds in water that is almost too hot to tolerate.

Methods, Salmonellosis, Hygiene, Food handling

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