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Potassium Defined

A mineral that plays an important role in the body, helping to maintain water balance, normal heart rhythm, conduction of nerve impulses, and muscle contraction

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The Heart Health Benefits of Pistachios

Published August 28, 2008, 6:27 am, Today's News-Herald

(ARA) - Pistachios are a "super food" for health and fitness-focused Americans, according to a new Penn State study that examined the effects of pistachios on multiple cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors, including cholesterol, blood pressure and inflammation.

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New Guideline On Diagnosis And Treatment Of Primary Aldosteronism

Published August 28, 2008, 6:14 am, Science Daily

The Endocrine Society has released a new clinical practice guideline for the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with primary aldosteronism. The guidelines appear in the September issue of the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, a publication of the Endocrine Society.

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50 Plus Prime: Summer Foods Equal Winter Health

Published August 28, 2008, 5:33 am, The Oakland Press

Mary Ann Ryan is a registered nurse. Mary Ann, who lives in Lake Orion, is a regular contributor to www.experienceseniorpower.com , sharing healthy living tips for baby boomers.

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Valeant Pharmaceuticals and GlaxoSmithKline Announce Worldwide Collaboration Agreement for Retigabine

Published August 28, 2008, 5:00 am, Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance

ALISO VIEJO, Calif. & LONDON----Valeant Pharmaceuticals International and GlaxoSmithKline today announced that they have entered into an exclusive worldwide collaboration agreement for the investigational drug retigabine, a first in class neuronal potassium channel opener for treatment of adult epilepsy patients with refractory partial onset seizures.

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Quinoa "” 'mother' of grains

Published August 28, 2008, 4:05 am, Honolulu Advertiser

This is part of a continuing series on the health benefits of grains you might not have tried.

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A Smooth Solution to Grumpiness over Greens

Published August 28, 2008, 3:36 am, Carteret County News-Times

(ARA) - Sure, you know greens are good for you. You occasionally toss a broccoli stalk or two into your chef salad - after all, anything tastes good with ranch dressing on it, right?

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10 veggies you should get to know

Published August 28, 2008, 1:41 am, Louisville Courier-Journal

Are you trying to eat more vegetables but getting tired of the same old baby carrots, baked potatoes and green beans? Louisville dietitian Marsha Hilgeford encourages you to roam the produce aisles of your grocery store for better health and more flavor. Here are 10 vegetables for your consideration.

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RIFKIN: Summer heat brings risk of dehydration

Published August 27, 2008, 10:33 pm, Daily Nebraskan

There's no other way to say it - Lincoln gets pretty hot. High temperatures make getting overheated a lot easier. However, you shouldn't have to miss out on outdoor fun for fear of heat-related illnesses. If you keep your body hydrated, you'll be able to enjoy the warm weather while it lasts.

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6 "˜perfect"™ foods pack a powerful punch

Published August 27, 2008, 9:27 pm, Asheville Citizen-Times

If you were stuck on a deserted island, what foods would you want with you? At first you might think about your favorite snacks, but ultimately you’d need nutrient-packed foods to keep you healthy for the long haul.

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Abbott to close SoPas site

Published August 26, 2008, 11:52 pm, Pasadena Star-News

Drug and medical device maker Abbott Laboratories plans to close its South Pasadena facility as part of a companywide restructuring.

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