Lauren Fleniken

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• What Are the Symptoms of Acid Reflux?

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• General Practice, Family Practice, and Internal Medicine: What's the Difference?

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• What Are Cruciferous Vegetables: Health Benefits and Recipes

  IntroductionCabbage, kale, cauliflower, and broccoli have one thing in common--they all belong to the family of cruciferous vegetables. Cruciferous vegetables are loaded with so many nutrients such as fiber, vitamins, and phytonutrients. These nutrients play very important roles when it comes to...

• What Does a High Red Blood Cell (RBC) Count Mean?

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• Does My Child Have Chicken Pox?

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