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Eating Disorder Recovery — Possible In Midlife

By Beth Rosenbaum— “As a teenager, I did not obsess about bingeing. I just did it on occasion. No big deal, I thought. As I got older, however – from my 20’s straight through my 50’s – it became more frequent as I strived for the ‘perfect’ figure. I tried every

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As we age, our body's go through changes, and so do our requirements for vitamins. Unfortunately, our diets are not always ideal, at least on a daily basis. For this reason you need to consider taking vitamins every day to supplement your diet. The following are a few vitamins and other supplements that you should consider taking that are especially important after the age of 50.
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A Few Important Supplements to Your Diet after the Age of 50

As we age, our body’s go through changes, and so do our requirements for vitamins. Unfortunately, our diets are not always ideal, at least on a daily basis. For this reason you need to consider taking vitamins every day to supplement your diet. The following are a few vitamins and

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Pets in Our Fifties – Keeping Our Mind and Body Healthy

By Ronald Uy— The benefits of having pets is not lost whether we are fifteen or fifty. Pets are walking, living gifts that brings much needed respite for the soul and body. It breathes new life into our homes, keeps us warm during cold nights, and brings light into dark corners. 

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Hip Replacement Surgery: Understanding When and Why You Need It and What to Expect Post Surgery
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Hip Replacement Surgery: Understanding When and Why You Need It

Replacement of the hip joint is revolutionary course of treatment which has helped patients with a new lease of life. Pioneered by a British orthopedic surgeon, Dr John Charnley this process replaces the hip joint with a prosthetic joint which is built to function just like the natural joint. Modern

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The Future of Hearing Aids Is Already Here
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The Future of Hearing Aids Is Already Here

Hearing aid wearers have an incredible amount of options and features available in their devices today. They have evolved far beyond what many thoughts was possible a decade or even a few years ago. No longer limited to those uncomfortable beige devices that beep and whistle uncontrollably, today’s hearing aids

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5-step Guide To Combating Back Pain Without Medicating
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5-Step Guide To Combating Back Pain Without Medicating

By Jae Y. Lim, M.D. – Far too often when dealing with back pain, we immediately turn to medication to help remedy the symptoms which can be harmful. If you are taking NSAIDs in excess, particularly for back pain, consider the following alternatives to managing back pain. 1. SOOTHE PAIN

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Virtual Health: Taking Care of Retirement Abroad
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Virtual Health: Taking Care of Retirement Abroad

It isn’t hard to see why so many people choose to retire to sunnier climates. Relocating to places like Mexico, Thailand or Spain is a great way to live well for less, enjoying good food and sunshine in your own piece of paradise. But for many, moving away from a

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How To Cope With The Death Of A Loved One
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How To Cope With The Death Of A Loved One

When someone you love dearly passes on, be it a best friend, spouse, child or parent, it can be life-changing. The pain, the regret and wishes of what you could have done can all be pretty overwhelming. Dealing with grief is one of the hardest things in life and nobody

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How Getting Enough Rest Is Vital for Good Health
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How Getting Enough Rest Is Vital for Good Health

It’s easy to make the excuse that there’s only so much time in the day to get everything done, and the first thing to go usually is eight hours of sleep at night. But you may be working against yourself if you’re not getting enough rest. The following are just

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Easy Ways to Improve Digestion and Enhance Your Well-Being
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Easy Ways to Improve Digestion and Enhance Your Well-Being

Your ability to digest foods is important for your overall well-being. Remember that food is the primary method for getting crucial nutrients into your body. In order to properly absorb these, your body has to be able to efficiently and effectively breakdown the foods that you consume. This is the

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome

IBS is short for Irritable Bowel Syndrome. It is a type of gastrointestinal disorder characterized by symptoms including diarrhea, constipation, alternating diarrhea and constipation, abdominal pain, abnormal bowel habits, flatulence and gas, bloating and cramping. It’s estimated that 1 in 5 Americans and up to 25% of the world’s population has

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The illness of addiction is a serious one, and right now it’s taking many lives and having a major impact on people at every level of society.
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The Epidemic of Addiction

When we think of illness, we generally think of a virus or bacteria that spreads disease. Left untreated, a virulent illness can become a major health problem that affects thousands of people and puts stress on the healthcare system. Yet there is another type of disease that is laying waste

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Addiction: The Equal Opportunity Destroyer
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Addiction: The Equal Opportunity Destroyer

The cross around her neck reminds her that it was God who protected her. For nearly nine years, “Jessica” (not her real name) was on the payroll for what she calls an “equal opportunity destroyer:” addiction. “I grew up in a nice, suburban town,” Jessica says, “the youngest of three

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Migraines May Be the Brain’s Way of Dealing with Oxidative Stress
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Migraines May Be the Brain’s Way of Dealing with Oxidative Stress

By Margaret Nagle – A new perspective article highlights a compelling theory about migraine attacks: that they are an integrated mechanism by which the brain protects and repairs itself. Recent insightful findings and potential ways to use them to help migraine sufferers are published in Headache. Migraines affect approximately 14% of

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Natural Disaster Plan for Nursing Home Residents
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Natural Disaster Plan for Nursing Home Residents

By Susan Hodges – Recent hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria have devastated thousands and taken the lives of hundreds of people across multiple countries. Among those affected by these horrific storms are nursing home residents. During natural disasters, it is vital for communities to remember the elderly who reside in

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How to Wake up Feeling Fabulous at any Age
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How to Wake Up Feeling Fabulous at Any Age

Life is filled with challenges and ups and downs. There’s no telling what’s around the corner, but that’s also what makes it fun and adventurous. It’s important to feel good about yourself no matter what your situation. It keeps you going when the wind doesn’t blow your way. Do what’s

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Modern Detox Centers Recognize that Environment is Everything
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Modern Drug Detox Centers Recognize that Environment is Everything

For people struggling with drug addiction, kicking the habit can be extremely challenging. One of the biggest issues for people with addiction is finding the right environment where they can heal from the effects of drugs. When most people think about drug addiction, they think about the act of using

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