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Health And Fitness Front

  • Your Time Is Precious: Don't Let Your Eyesight Slow You Down

    (NewsUSA) - Staying active is key to a quality lifestyle -- whether it's taking in a sporting event, frolicking at a resort, or just catching up with friends over lunch. But there's no denying you lose a lot of that "quality" if you can't see clearly.

  • New Research Emerges For Parkinson's

    (NewsUSA) - People often believe the myth that Parkinson's disease only afflicts the elderly, but research indicates that a growing number of middle-aged adults are developing the neurodegenerative disorder. The National Parkinson Foundation reports that 10 percent of people with Parkinson's are diagnosed before age 40.

  • Guidance to help parents keep kids smoke-free

    Children often learn by example. They grow up watching Mom and Dad’s behaviors, learning at a very early age how to mimic their elders. In school, the examples shown by peers help to develop children, both academically and socially.

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Thursday 06/13/2013
The Healing Power Of Water
Updated: June 14, 2013 - 4:33 am

(NAPSI)—To help you get in the swim for fitness exercise, renowned aquatics expert, U.S. Masters Swimming and Synchro Champion Dr. Jane Katz answers questions on water exercise:

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Thursday 06/06/2013
The Sunglasses That Helped Define The Style Of The '60s Are Back
Updated: June 07, 2013 - 4:33 am

(NAPSI)—When it comes to the “Swingin’ ‘60s,” few objects are as iconic as sunglasses.

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Helping Men Battle The Signs Of Aging
Updated: June 07, 2013 - 4:33 am

(NAPSI)--There’s hopeful news for men who are fighting the signs of aging. A new, clinically demonstrated anti-aging treatment specifically formulated for men’s thicker, coarser skin has been introduced.

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Correcting Skin Tone
Updated: June 07, 2013 - 4:33 am

(NAPSI)—A bright spot in the beauty landscape is that you can now get rid of dark spots while concealing imperfections with a continuous, daily treatment.

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Have Great Looking Skin at Any Age
Updated: June 06, 2013 - 4:33 am

(StatePoint) One of the customary perks of getting older is growing a little wiser along the way.  You’ve most likely come to appreciate your “thicker skin” when dealing with life’s sticky situations. However, when you look in the mirror, all you seem to see is thinning skin -- your epidermis that is, not your ego. 

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Thursday 05/30/2013
What Women Want--In A Swimsuit
Updated: June 01, 2013 - 4:33 am

(NAPSI)—Women, it seems, would rather be heard than seen…in a swimsuit, that is. In fact, according to a recent survey of women conducted on behalf of Lands’ End, more women (66 percent) would be self-conscious appearing in public in a swimsuit than they would be giving a speech.

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Thursday 05/16/2013
This Summer: Stay in Shape without a Gym Membership
Updated: May 16, 2013 - 4:33 am

(StatePoint) It’s not as easy to hide under layers of clothing during the summer. You’ll want to look your best in those shorts, t-shirts and bathing suits; as such, staying in shape is key.

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Thursday 05/02/2013
Your Love Can Help You Win $11,000 Diamond Earrings
Updated: May 03, 2013 - 4:34 am

(NAPSI)--Wedding bands and engagement rings are more than gifts to mark an occasion; they symbolize a couples eternal love and commitment. Now, that everlasting love can also lead to more lovely jewelry. Thats because through May 21, 2013, people can share their stories of Everlasting Love online for a chance to win $11,000 Erica Courtney diamond earrings.

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Give The Gift Of Diamonds
Updated: May 03, 2013 - 4:34 am

(NAPSI)Diamonds are a special gift to give and receive. Give the gift of diamonds this Mothers Day to show how much you care. After all, a girl can always have more diamonds.

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The Powerful Role Fashion Plays In Self-Expression
Updated: May 03, 2013 - 4:34 am

(NAPSI)—Before you head out to shop this season’s trends, perhaps it’s worth considering how fashion makes you feel and what different fashion pieces can say about you. Sometimes, fashion speaks louder than words.

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Monday 06/17/2013
Five unexpected ways to get your kids to eat veggies - and like them
Updated: June 20, 2013 - 4:32 am

(BPT) - Peas, carrots, broccoli and spinach ... some kids love vegetables, but many do not. We know that veggies provide nourishment, especially for growing children, but getting your kids to eat healthier can be a challenge. Luckily, there are plenty of creative ways to increase the amount of veggies in your kids’ diets. Here are five tips to get the little ones in your life to eat - and even enjoy - their vegetables.

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Sunday 06/16/2013
Two-Time Super Bowl Champion Shines Spotlight on Diabetes Patients Who Give Back
Updated: June 20, 2013 - 4:32 am

(BPT) - Two-time Super Bowl Champion, Kendall Simmons, is one of almost 26 million people in the United States living with diabetes.[1] Diagnosed after his NFL rookie season in 2003, Kendall was in unfamiliar territory.

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Friday 06/14/2013
How to Protect Your Family’s Skin from Summer’s Scrapes, Bites and Burns
Updated: June 14, 2013 - 4:33 am

(StatePoint) Afternoons at the pool, family barbecues, outdoor sports and picnics all mean summertime has arrived. With the change in temperature comes additional exposure to the elements and the attendant skin scrapes, bites and burns.

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Thursday 06/13/2013
New Survey Reveals Busy Americans Fail To Prioritize Sleep
Updated: June 14, 2013 - 4:33 am

(NAPSI)—Many Americans today struggle to get enough sleep. Despite their attempts to do it all, pressure to meet the demands of an active, on-the-go lifestyle may be holding men and women back from achieving the type of uninterrupted slumber that leaves them feeling rejuvenated in the morning. These issues are all too common, as the National Center on Sleep Disorders Research estimates that nearly 70 million Americans suffer from sleep problems.

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Managing Diabetes Effectively And Affordably On Medicare
Updated: June 14, 2013 - 4:33 am

(NAPSI)—While diabetes continues to be on the rise in America, there are ways you can deal with it. It may help to know that an American is diagnosed every 17 seconds, and the Centers for Disease Control estimates that by 2050, as many as a third of the U.S. population will have diabetes. Not only is it a common disease but it is a costly one; people living with diabetes spend 2? times more on health care than the average consumer and approximately $350 annually on over-the-counter health products, including critical diabetes testing supplies. In fact, many Medicare patients rely on Part B coverage to secure their diabetes testing supplies.

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Knowledge Is Power For Surviving The Cure For Childhood Cancer
Updated: June 14, 2013 - 4:33 am

(NAPSI)—According to the American Cancer Society, there’s some good news about childhood cancer: The vast majority of children with cancer will survive for many years. While cancer remains the leading cause of death by disease for children under the age of 15, more kids are living, more families remain whole, and more days once filled with grief are spent celebrating life.

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A Surprising Solution To Migraine Pain
Updated: June 14, 2013 - 4:33 am

(NAPSI)—The next time you get a headache, you might care to consider this: If you’re like most migraine sufferers, you don’t even know it, and even if you do, you may not be treating it properly to get the fastest relief.

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Wednesday 06/12/2013
Racers Show Their Undies in Support of Colon Cancer Awareness
Updated: June 13, 2013 - 4:32 am

(NewsUSA) - Seven-time NASCAR champion Richard Petty has seen his fair share of races throughout his career. Yet, little could prepare him for the sight he'd see as nearly hundreds of people turned out for the Undy 5000 Track Walk benefitting the Colon Cancer Alliance (CCA).

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Monday 06/10/2013
Ask the Doctor: What You Need to Know About Opioid Prescription Painkiller Addiction
Updated: June 18, 2013 - 4:33 am

(BPT) - Americans are facing a growing epidemic: an equal opportunity disease, affecting individuals of all ages, genders, races and socioeconomic status. Opioid prescription painkiller addiction, a form of opioid dependence, is a chronic disease that affects the brain. Although many believe it is a result of a moral failing or lack of control, research shows opioid prescription painkiller addiction is a long-term medical condition that alters the brain’s chemistry, making it difficult for someone to stop. This means the brain has been affected by the disease.

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Are You Getting Your Eyes Checked Often Enough?
Updated: June 10, 2013 - 4:32 am

(StatePoint) Are you taking good enough care of your eyes? According to a new study, your gender and where you live may indicate if you are practicing good eye health.

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