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• How Autism Stigma Almost Killed a Young Boy

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• What is the Nutrisystem Diet?

  What is the Nutrisystem Diet?The Nutrisystem diet is a portion-controlled weight-loss plan based on the glycemic index. The plan recommends three meals, which are prepared by the company, and two snacks. There are specific diet plans for men, women, vegetarians, and diabetics. In addition, it offers...

• There from the Start: A Hospice Nurse Looks Back

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• Fast Food Chain Offers Gluten-Free Substitute

  There is a certain fast food restaurant in the United States that serves a sandwich featuring a gluten-free bun for celiac disease sufferers. Chick-fil-A, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia in the United States, declared that they would be adding this sandwich to the menu. The newest bun is made...

• Progression of Multiple Sclerosis Could Affect Sense of Smell

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