A 2010 study out of Australia found that garlic is another powerful food-based medicine that naturally lowers cholesterol levels and reduces blood pressure. Taking garlic tablets or capsule supplements is a great way to regularly consume the herb in high enough amounts to derive significant benefits.
An Independent Practice Association, or IPA, is an organization comprised of physicians who maintain their independent practices and also join together as an association. The IPA negotiates with organizations, like HMOs, which will supply both patients and income to physicians.
Muir Medical Group, IPA, Inc. (IPA) is a group of independent primary care and specialty care providers who have joined together to provide medical services to HMO enrollees who have selected John Muir Health as their medical group and Network Select enrollees through the John Muir Health system.