Month: November 2015

Happy Turkey Day! What Is Tryptophan & Is It The Cause of My Food Coma?

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on all the things we should be thankful in our lives. It may involve lots of loud visiting relatives, watching funny movies and of course eating turkey! The age old tale of turkey and tryptophan seems to come up every year…Does the tryptophan in turkey make you extra sleepy on Thanksgiving?

Stomach Flu…What Should I Do?

The stomach flu, also known as acute gastroenteritis, is caused by one of several types of viruses. Viruses such as rotavirus, enteric adenovirus, and norovirus cause symptoms of frequent loose stool, nausea, vomiting, fever, and abdominal cramping. Typically, the illness lasts no more than a week and treatment is aimed at symptom management and hydration.

What’s for Dinner?

If you are like most people, figuring out meals for you and your family can be a struggle. It is sometimes easier and less expensive to pick up “something quick.” Are you putting your family at health risks by doing this?

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