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Did you know cold germs can live for up to 48 hours on door handles? Amazing facts about the cold and flu season. Good Advice Yellow or green mucus means get an antibiotic, right? Not necessarily. Find out how conventional medical wisdom has changed. Change One Thing Whoever said “you snooze, you lose” had it all wrong. Put sleepless nights to rest with these 7 tips.
you & your doctor Doctor’s Pulse: Heart Health
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The cardiologist is in—answering your questions about heart palpitations and sharing a tasty way to lower your triglycerides. Anatomy 101 Get an inside view of your kidneys and the types of stones that can form. More importantly, find out 3 easy ways to help prevent kidney stones. Medicine Matters 10 must-ask questions when you’re starting a new medicine. Second Opinion Here’s the truth: Most doctors want you to get a second opinion; all you have to do is ask. Don’t know where to start? Follow our guide to getting the best healthcare.
Special Report p.24 Your by-the-age guide to women’s health.
An Indoor Garden p.42 Clean your indoor air by adding plants to your home or office. We tell you which plants and how to take care of them.
Healing Stillness p.44 Not for gurus only. An every- woman and every-man approach to why and how to be still in this busy world.
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COVER PHOTOGRAPH BY THAYER ALLYSON GOWDY CANOE COURTESY BURKE’S CANOES, BURKESCANOETRIPS.COM, FORESTVILLE, CA
FALL 2010 | HEALTHY ADVICE 1
THAYER ALLYSON GOWDY
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