General Family Health: Side Effects, Nutrition & Wellness Tips

Medication side effects, nutritional benefits, and common wellness questions. Information on identifying stomach ulcers, vitamin deficiencies, and food safety.

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How to Take Collagen Pills

Wait for two to three hours after eating before you take collagen pills. Since collagen needs to pass through your stomach and into the intestines without being broken down by stomach acid, collagen supplements must be taken on an empty stomach.

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Ways to Keep Your Body Healthy

A healthy body not only contributes to a more active, productive and fulfilling life, but can also add years to your life. When your body has a strong immune system to combat health problems, your risk of developing eye problems, arthritis and chronic diseases like cancer, Type 2 diabetes and heart disease is reduced.

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How to Calm a Nervous Upset Stomach

Everyone experiences butterflies in the stomach at one time or another. Certain situations or people can cause you to feel excited or nervous, which your body interprets as stress.

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