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Bextra and Vioxx Alternative Medications Have Warnings, Too.

At the urging of the Food and Drug Administration, the drugs Vioxx and Bextra have both been voluntarily withdrawn from the market by their manufacturers. Studies show that these drugs, part of a family of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID...

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The right way to take vitamins and herbs

Question : IS IT safe to take both vitamins (such as vitamins C, E and multivitamins) and other herbal remedies (such as saw palmetto and pumpkin seed) together daily? I have mild hypertension (140/90 mmHg) and digestive problems, such as bloating an...

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Establishing a daily practice

It’s important to establish a daily practice and then stick to it. This doesn’t mean dedicating 12 hours a day to meditation, it just means creating a space in your home where you can take a few minutes and meditate and do the exercises. I advise...

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Aging Gracefully with the Aid of Various Nutrients

Aging Gracefully with the Aid of Various Nutrients by: Charlene J. Nuble During the past thirty years there has been a steadily growing amount of scientific evidence linking vitamins and minerals to having a direct effect in protecting one’s s...

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24 Good Reasons Why You May Need Vitamin Supplements

24 Good Reasons Why You May Need Vitamin Supplements by: David Exon Many people believe that eating a well balanced diet provides all the vitamins and minerals necessary for good health. In ideal circumstances, this is the case, but in reality t...

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How to find the right Yoga teacher?

How to find the right Yoga teacher? by: Paul M. Jerard Jr. I am often asked by beginners about how to evaluate a Yoga Teacher? The following is the “CALM check list.” These factors are basic criteria that your Yoga Instructor should meet be...

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Wearing Contact Lenses

Wearing Contact Lenses by: Jeff Lakie If you've never worn contact lenses, you may not appreciate the amazing selection available on today's market. Be glad: you have much more choice than in the past. With so many options, how do you ...

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Health Insurance Needs Worry Older Americans

Health Insurance Needs Worry Older Americans by: Ivon T. Hughes Nearly 70 percent of older Americans endorse the concept of individual health savings accounts to help cover medical expenses in their later years, a new survey finds. The accounts ...

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Diabetes Mellitus

DIABETES MELLITUS It pays to know about diabetes. Did you know that over twenty-four million Americans are diabetic, and that over five million have not been diagnosed yet? Diabetes is a major cause of medical disability and retirement, of people ha...

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How To Lose Weight If You Are Disabled

A disability is one of the worst that can happen to a person and if you are afflicted with one, you should always strive to keep yourself healthy to ensure a happier and more active life. This fact is known to most disabled people and as a result, th...

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