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5 Ways to Boost Your Immune System

When you are constantly on-the-go taking care of your kids, organizing your home, or going to work, it is hard to remember to take care of yourself. A busy schedule doesnt allow time for you to catch a cold, so here are some ways to strengthen your immune system to keep your body healthy. Dietary Supplements

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Prenatal Health Care for Women

Once you know you’re pregnant, you’ll probably spend plenty of time preparing for your new baby by shopping for supplies, stocking up on baby gear and preparing your nursery. But one of the best things you can do for your developing baby is to make sure you schedule regular doctor visits while you’re pregnant so that you get the prenatal care you and your baby need. According to the March of Dimes, you can see an obstetrician/gynecologist (OB/GYN) for prenatal care, a family practice doctor, a certified-nurse midwife or other health professional.

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Detox While Pregnant

Commercial detoxes and fad-diet flushes can be dangerous even when you aren’t pregnant. Add a fragile fetus to the mix, and detoxes could mean bad news for your body and your baby. Detoxes often use dangerous stimulants and herbs that are not be safe to use during pregnancy. If you feel like you need to detox while carrying your child, a healthy diet, plenty of exercise and a few lifestyle changes can help you remove toxins from your body in a safe and effective way.

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Over-the-Counter Preventions for Hair Loss

Hair loss happens inevitably to many men and women. Men sometimes disguise it by shaving their entire heads and going fashionably bald, while some women choose fashionable hats, scarves or wigs to cover their heads. If you suffer from hair loss, but disguising it is not your preference–you are in luck! Some hair products are available for purchase without a prescription to help regrow hair and prevent hair loss.

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When to Take My Alli Pill?

Alli is an over-the-counter (OTC) form of Xenical, the prescription weight loss drug. This medication works by blocking the body’s absorption of a significant portion of dietary fat. Combined with a low-fat, reduced-calorie diet, Alli can increase weight loss by as much as 50 percent. If you are trying to lose weight, Alli can help, but timing your medication appropriately and following the manufacturer’s guidelines are both essential.