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FDA updates Ozempic label with potential blocked intestines side effect
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Ozempic, Wegovy may reduce alcohol and other cravings, some users say
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Longevity expert shares tips on living to 100 "and feeling good the whole way"
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Fruit and vegetable "prescriptions" linked to better health, study finds
Not only do prescription programs increase fruit and vegetable consumption, they also result in improved health status, according to the study.
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