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HEALTH ZONE : SEE YOUR DOCTOR If you crave ice or find yourself thirsty for long periods of time ...you may be anemic. Anemic means you have a lower than normal Red Blood Cell count. Red Blood Cells help carry oxygen through your body. Taking vitamins or eating foods with iron can treat Anemia. To find out, you should schedule an appointment with your physician who can take a simple blood test to make the correct diagnosis.
While on the subject of having a Blood Test, both men and women should have their blood tested at least annually for Diabetes. Individuals with long standing Diabetes are at increased risk for heart disease among other diseases. Diabetes is a disease in which the body lacks the ability to use insulin properly or even does not produce insulin. When this happens sugar develops in the blood stream and is not absorbed by the cells. This can make you feel tired, and thirsty and can lead to drastic weight changes. If you have not seen a physician this year or had a blood test ... it is important to you and your family to make an appointment right away. If you don't know, you'd better know ...NOW!!!
DID YOU KNOW .............. The following fruits help control blood pressure:
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