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Mary J. Scourboutakos

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How C-reactive protein outpaced ‘bad’ cholesterol as leading heart disease risk marker

How C-reactive protein outpaced ‘bad’ cholesterol as leading heart disease risk marker

C-reactive protein – a marker of inflammation – is as easily measured with blood work in a doctor’s office as cholesterol.

19.12.2025 10

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Mary J. Scourboutakos

Recent studies prove the ancient practice of nasal irrigation is effective at fighting the common cold

Nasal irrigation has been used to treat the common cold for thousands of years, and modern science shows that it works.

14.11.2025 5

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Mary J. Scourboutakos

Seed oils are toxic, says Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – but it’s not so simple

Despite calls from some corners to switch from canola oil and corn oil to beef tallow, the move is unlikely to make Americans healthier.

07.02.2025 10

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Mary J. Scourboutakos