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Question: I read an article recently on Age-Related Macular Degeneration? What is it and how can I protect against it?
BY Rebecca Laske 16 September, 2008 – 09:26
Answer: Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) is the leading cause of blindness among
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SO you’ve eaten your fill and you feel as though you have truly had enough. But your tummy keeps rumbling for more food.
BY Rebecca Laske 16 September, 2008 – 09:21
This is probably because you have stretched your stomach and once we get used to
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Question: I have visible veins on my legs, which I find embarrassing and unsightly, and also a few broken ‘thread veins’ on my face. Do you have any advice on reducing their appearance without surgery?
BY Rebecca Laske 16 September, 2008 – 09:08
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Question: I have always suffered from cold hands and feet and not just during the winter months. Family and friends say this is due to poor circulation. Should I see my GP or are there any natural alternatives that can help?
16 September, 2008
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Question: I always get the sniffles around this time of year, but I never know whether I’m suffering from a cold or the flu. What’s the difference and how can I tell?
16 September, 2008
Answer: Generally speaking, a cold starts gradually, raising your
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Question: I've been told that fish is a good source of nutrients. What are the benefits of eating fish and how can I incorporate it into my diet?
16 September, 2008
Answer: Make no bones about it, eating fish is healthy, especially fish with scales.
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Question: I’m planning to take a short break away, but I’m a little concerned about the flight and the risk of developing Deep Vein Thrombosis. What should I do?
16 September, 2008
Answer: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is certainly no stranger to the headlines,
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Question: I am about to go travelling for a few months, but am worried about getting an upset stomach. Do you have any tips?
16 September, 2008
Answer: Travellers tummy, as it is sometimes known, is caused by unfriendly types of intestinal bacteria getting
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Question: Every night I wake up two or three times and have great difficulty in getting off to sleep again. In the mornings I tend to sleep heavily and I find it very hard to get up. Am I getting enough sleep and what can I do to get more?
16 September,
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Question: There seems to be a lot in the news about antioxidants. What are they and should I be taking them?
BY Rebecca Laske 16 September, 2008 – 09:13
Answer: Antioxidants stop unstable oxygen molecules called oxidants or free radicals from causing