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I had my lipid check-up and my triglycerides were 600. I had another test the next day and the number was 265, and it was almost the same on the third checkup, the following day. Is it possible for triglycerides to drop that much even though I didn't take any medication?
Welcome to the Andrew Weil, M.D., Balanced Living, 2011 Annual. All 12 issues of 2011's Balanced Living are here in one easy-to-use interactive magazine format.
The anti-inflammatory diet is a blueprint for a lifetime of optimum nutrition. Simple changes in how you eat can help counteract chronic inflammation, a root cause of many serious diseases.
"A healthy diet is the cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle. Each of these recipes includes information on key nutritional benefits. Experiment with these healthy dishes and adapt them to suit your own palate."
"When it comes to obtaining the micronutrients your body needs, your best possible source is food, especially fruits and vegetables. But circumstances may prevent you from eating optimally every day. The main reason I take nutritional supplements is for insurance against gaps in my diet. I take supplements faithfully and encourage my patients to do so as well."
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"When it comes to obtaining the micronutrients your body needs, your best possible source is food, especially fruits and vegetables. But circumstances may prevent you from eating optimally every day. The main reason I take nutritional supplements is for insurance against gaps in my diet. I take supplements faithfully and encourage my patients to do so as well."
