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The memory mushroom
An area of great interest and research is nootropics–substances that may improve cognitive function, including memory. I’d like to discuss one of these substances, a medicinal mushroom that according to studies contains bioactive substances that may protect against Alzheimer’s disease, help relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety, and...
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Affordable luxury: Rosso di Montepulciano Wine
Let’s wrap up what has been a visit over the last few articles to the beautiful and historic hilltop town of Montepulciano. This is perhaps an introduction for many readers to the ruby red, fragrant, lively and affordable Rosso di Montepulciano. If Rosso di Montalcino is the “baby brother” to Brunello di Montalcino, we can consider Rosso di...
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Envision Ophthalmology takes the time to care
One of the main reasons Dr. E. Shanika Esparaz, a double board-certified ophthalmologist, made the choice to open her own direct care practice, Envision Ophthalmology & Wellness, was to have the luxury of spending more time with her patients. “It means a lot to me to be able to offer my patients ease of access and no wait times,” Dr...
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Help Medical Yatra heal the world
Medical Yatra, meaning “medical journey” in Sanskrit, is a non-profit organization under the Association of Indian Physicians of Northern Ohio (AIPNO). Medical Yatra started in 2001 as a disaster relief health mission after an earthquake in India and has now grown to provide comprehensive medical care to the needy and underserved rural...
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Dr. Eric Trattner cures hammertoes without using pins or stitches
If you are one of the many people suffering from painful, curled toes, you should know you have options. “Most people with hammertoes believe their only choices are to live with the pain or have surgery, which often requires scary pins, uncomfortable footwear and long recovery times,” says Dr. Eric Trattner, podiatrist and board-certified...
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