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Lowering Cholesterol Through Diet

by Dr David Rakel

What are the best ways to lower cholesterol through diet?

Eating or taking the following are the best ways to lower cholesterol through diet: Continue reading »

Stress Reduction for Headaches

by Dr David Rakel

Everyone has stress in her/his life.

Stress is both good and bad. You need enough stress to keep you active, interested, and excited about your life. Too much stress, without relief, can be harmful to body, mind, and spirit.

What is Cholesterol?

by Dr David Rakel

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in the blood and the cells of the body.

The body gets cholesterol in two ways. Some is made in the liver. The rest comes from eating foods from animals such as egg yolks, meat, and whole-milk dairy products.

Headaches Keep Coming Back?

by Dr David Rakel

Can anything be done for headaches that keep coming back?

Recurring headaches can be upsetting for the person who repeatedly experiences pain and frustrating for the health care professional who is trying to help.

What is Osteoarthritis (OA)?

Today we are honored to feature an article by Dr. David Rakel, associate professor at The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.

Dr. Rakel is the Founder and Director of the UW Integrative Medicine Program.