Articles by Marcia Sivek

Blood Tests to Check Your Metabolism

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Marcia Sivek

There are chemical compounds in your body responsible for metabolic reactions that allow your body to function properly and create energy.

How Much Should a Fourteen-Year-Old Girl Be Eating?

Published Jul,18 2017 | By Marcia Sivek

A 14-year old girl is going through many biological and psychological changes. These changes directly affect what, how much and how often she should eat. Several other aspects also affect her diet, such as socioeconomic status and geographical location.

Vitamin B-12 and Bilirubin Levels

Published Jul,26 2011 | By Marcia Sivek

Production of red blood cells is dependent on vitamin B-12. Bilirubin is the byproduct of red blood cell degradation. Your body depends on the steady production of red blood cells, as well as the byproducts formed at the end of their life cycle.