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Dealing with Constipation

Although most of us are a bit embarrassed to talk about it, constipation is something many of us have to deal with at some point in our lives. Staying regular is very important to maintaining proper health and finding natural cures for constipation is a good alternative for those of us not comfortable with the [...]

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Improving Understanding of Epilepsy

Kelly Richards of Westmont, Ill., is committed to paving the way for her daughter Carly to have as normal a childhood as possible and to reduce the rejection and teasing she faces as a 14-year-old with epilepsy. “When Carly was in fourth grade, I asked her what she’d wish for if she could have anything in [...]

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• Our society has made so many advancements in medicine and medical research that people are living longer lives. Many diseases and injuries that would have meant death just a generation ago can now be treated and healed. The advancements are wonderful, but also very costly. For some people it is frustrating to know that the technology to improve their life is available, but it may not be affordable. (more...) #
• When it comes to getting in shape, celebrity fitness trainer Kim Lyons from "The Biggest Loser" knows it's all about forming healthy routines. Lyons has provided support and encouragement to millions of people looking to lose weight and adopt a healthier lifestyle. "I tell my clients that they are not going to see drastic changes in their weight and appearance over night. So it is important to stay motivated by adopting smaller, easy habits that give them the reward of feeling more healthy and beautiful along the way," says Lyons who just released her new book, "Your Body, Your Life." (more...) #
• Do you know someone who is? Type 1 diabetes Results from the body's failure to produce insulin, the hormone that “unlocks” the cells of the body, allowing glucose to enter and fuel them. It is estimated that 5-10% of Americans who are diagnosed with diabetes have type 1 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes Results from insulin resistance (a condition in which the body fails to properly use insulin) combined with relative insulin deficiency. Most Americans who are diagnosed with diabetes have type 2 diabetes. Gestational diabetes Gestational diabetes affects about 4% of all pregnant women – about 135,000 cases in the United States each year. Pre-diabetes Pre-diabetes is a condition that occurs when a person's blood glucose levels are higher than normal but not high enough for a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. There are 41 million Americans who have pre-diabetes, in addition to the 18.2 million with diabetes. Check with your doctor today! #

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