Robert Oatfield MD

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• Can Fatty Fish Reduce Your Risk of Heart Disease?

  A recent study has shown that young women may benefit by having fatty fish, as it provides protection against heart disease and stroke. According to researcher Marin Strom, PhD, Statens Serum Institut in Copenhagen, Denmark, even a modest intake of fishes that provide omega-3 fatty acids provide...

• Top 5 Natural Supplements for Muscular Dystrophy

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• How Common is Lupus, and What Does it Look Like?

  SymptomsThe affected person may exhibit one or more of the following symptoms. Symptoms are not always consistent, as they may flare up or disappear at any time. ...

• What Is a GI Cocktail?

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