Guar gum in a weight-loss product was implicated as causing esophageal obstruction in a patient who exceeded the recommended dosage.(59) In a review, 18 cases of esophageal obstruction, 7 cases of small bowel obstruction, and possibly 1 death were associated with the use of Cal-Ban 3000, a...
As part of our series of carrier surveys, Cal Broker reached out to some of the major players in voluntary benefits. Of course, they were happy to fill us in on what’s happening in their worlds. Read on for everything you need to know—and more—about these important benefits. List t...
the minerals in AlgaeCal have become part of the algae plant, bound to amino acids and other building blocks of life. Studies have shown that minerals in this form have higher absorption rates from the intestines.12Inorganic rock
Acupuncture has been practiced for more than 2,500 years. This practice of poking needles into different areas of the body was once viewed by many in the U.S. as outlandish. Now acupuncture is a common treatment for some chronic pain, though it remains controversial. Why does poking needles...
Now another that is wonderful is Vitamin C powder...great to move on skin cancers, boils, warts and many many other things...Method to use the powder is to wet infection by either sorbaline or olive oil...then taken a large pinch of Vit C dust and rub into the infected area keep ...
Cal Broker Surveys California Broker magazine does a series of editorial surveys in which thought leaders and providers get to share wisdom and info with readers. Our survey lead Thora Madden is currently putting together the Small Group and the Large Group Health surveys. If you represent a prov...
“Raw and cooked pumpkin provides an excellent source of vitamin A and a good source of vitamin C, and both of these nutrients are great for skin health [to soften and smooth dry patches],” says Campbell. Pumpkin also includes beta-carotene which has antioxidant properties to reduce ...
Fruit Shape & SizeBarrel-shaped pod with 3 to 5 spirals, round, 4-8 mm in diameter, the outer margins narrowly keeled, spineless, or with two rows of divergent prickles up to 2.5-3.5 mm long, somewhat curved to nearly straight with short hook at tip ...
Mag Chloride Mag Sulphate Mag Citrate Mag Bicarbonate Mag Gluconate The worst and most insoluble and unabsorbable forms of magnesium to take as a supplement are Magnesium Hydroxide and Magnesium Oxide -- these are only ever used as laxatives. Never buy this form as a supplement -- useless. ...
Wash the ridge gourd thoroughly with water and dry using a kitchen towel. Peel the ridge gourd using a peeler and discard the peels. Hold the thick/ thin end of the grater in one hand and the ridge gourd in the other hand. Now place the ridge gourd on the blade and push it downwards...