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Q&A: Diet Sodas and Stroke Risk Factors

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 08/27/2012

Consuming as little as one diet soda a day could increase your risk of stroke or heart attack by 48 percent, according to one study.

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Q&A: Do I Really Need a Multivitamin?

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 03/25/2013

If you eat the perfect diet; live a calm lifestyle; and avoid toxins such as pesticides, heavy metals, prescription drugs and radiation, then perhaps you wouldn't need to take additional vitamins. But we live in the modern world, and a multi is a necessity.

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Q&A: Are Microwave Ovens Safe?

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 03/25/2013

Little is known about what possible effects may result from "officially" low levels of microwave exposure. Still, I shun microwave ovens because of the electromagnetic radiation (EMR) they emit.

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Blending Vitamins Into Smoothies

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 10/04/2012

It is okay to blend vitamins into smoothies if that is an easier way to take vitamins. But you should open up any vitamin capsules and dump the content in separately.

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Q&A: Overactive Thyroid and Your Heart

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 05/14/2012

An overactive thyroid speeds the metabolic rate in the body, which can drain the body of its CoQ10 supply and put your heart at risk. Here's how.

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Q&A: Roundup on Grapefruit and Drug Interactions

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 03/25/2013

Grapefruit juice interacts with many prescription medications, but especially with drugs prescribed for cardiovascular concerns. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.

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Pill Swallowing Strategies

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 03/25/2013

Pill swallowing can become difficult as you get older. Here are five tips on how to swallow pills easily.

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