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Avere Healthcare Clinic asks "Who will take care of senior citizens?" – LIVING WELL Magazine

February 1, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off on Avere Healthcare Clinic asks "Who will take care of senior citizens?" – LIVING WELL Magazine

Who Will Take Care of Senior Citizens?
Courtesy Avere Healthcare Clinic, Denton LIVING WELL Magazine
Statistics show that most Medicare recipients don’t understand what Medicare is all about. This leads to frustration, which causes seniors to likely defer preventative care and skip necessary doctor’s visits. The average senior doesn’t know when they need a colonoscopy, and most certainly aren’t particularly eager to find out! […]

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John Eagle Honda on Sarcopenia and the elderly – LIVING WELL Magazine

January 31, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off on John Eagle Honda on Sarcopenia and the elderly – LIVING WELL Magazine

Sarcopenia and the Elderly (Part I)
By Ladislav P. Novak, Ph.D., Courtesy John Eagle Honda, North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine
Human body changes with age and it is recognized by all of us, that in old age, there is a loss of skeletal muscles. This factual phenomenon has been first described by Dr. Irwin Rosenberg in 1997 who provided also a fitting name for it as “sarcopenia” which “sarco” from Greek denotes flesh (muscle) and, penia, indicates deficiency. […]

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Dr. Isaac Eliaz on the best foods for a good night's sleep – Akron LIVING WELL Magazine

January 30, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off on Dr. Isaac Eliaz on the best foods for a good night's sleep – Akron LIVING WELL Magazine

The Best Foods for a Good Night’s Sleep

By Dr. Isaac Eliaz, Akron LIVIN WELL Magazine
What you eat can drastically affect how you sleep, so in order to get a good night’s rest, it is essential to choose foods that calm your mind and body rather than those that stimulate you. Certain types of foods will naturally promote rest and relaxation, particularly those that contain tryptophan – the amino acid that the body uses to make serotonin, the neurotransmitter that slows nerve activity within your brain.
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Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southlake on how to treat knee arthritis – LIVING WELL Magazine

January 27, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off on Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southlake on how to treat knee arthritis – LIVING WELL Magazine

Knee Arthritis

Courtesy O. David Taunton, Jr., M.D., Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southlake, Denton LIVING WELL Magazine
Knee and hip arthritis are common causes of treatable pain in today’s society and, in fact, are becoming more common as baby boomers age. While knee arthritis is almost three times more common than hip arthritis, the pain from either can range from being an occasional irritant to completely debilitating. There are a number of causes of knee arthritis as well as several treatment options, which will be discussed in this article. […]

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Northlake Periodontics talks periodontal maintenance care – LIVING WELL Magazine

January 26, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off on Northlake Periodontics talks periodontal maintenance care – LIVING WELL Magazine

How often should I be seen for periodontal maintenance care?

Courtesy Northlake Periodontics, LLC, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
Periodontal disease is the main cause of tooth loss in adults in the U.S. and has been associated with many other health risks. This disease is an ongoing infection with periods of activity. Once you have been diagnosed with periodontal disease, it is important to remain dedicated to a permanent schedule of professional oral care and diligent home care to maintain your health. This disease can’t be cured, but its destruction can be halted through regular maintenance visits. […]

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MercyCare Physicians on Thyroid Awareness Month – LIVING WELL Magazine

January 26, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off on MercyCare Physicians on Thyroid Awareness Month – LIVING WELL Magazine

Get Your Neck Checked-January is Thyroid Awareness Month

Courtesy MercyCare Physicians, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine
As many as 27 million Americans may be affected by thyroid disorders, although more than half remain undiagnosed. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of your neck. Your thyroid gland helps control your body’s metabolism as well as the function of many important organs, including your heart, brain, liver, kidneys and skin. […]