Chestnuts Quiz Highlights Health Facts and Uses
A compact wellness item quizzes readers on chestnuts benefits. It cites the British Journal of Nutrition comparing antioxidants with other nuts, notes fat content, potassium, vitamin C, and historic medicinal uses by American Indians.
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Fitness Tips for Choosing a Gym and New Workout DVD
The guide covers negotiating price and enrollment fees, choosing location for convenience, and checking amenities and staff credentials. It warns that quiet times can change the gym vibe and advises evaluating cleanliness and class availability. It also reviews the new 10 Minute Solution kettlebell dvd noting unclear movement explanations and challenging routines.
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Teens Struggle With Prescription Drug Abuse Survey
The 2008 Monitoring the Future survey shows seven of the top ten drugs abused by high school seniors are prescription or OTC medicines. Marijuana use has leveled off after a decade of decline and cigarette smoking is at its lowest point since tracking began.
Waiting period traps disabled workers in Medicare gap
The AP reports McClain and Frederick, disabled workers aged 56 and 33, face a 24 month waiting rule to access Medicare despite payroll tax funding. About 1.8 million remain in Medicare limbo with one in eight dying while waiting and many uninsured while awaiting coverage.
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Budget Home Gym Ideas for 2009 Fitness
Practical tips for building a low cost home gym with minimal space. Recommends athletic shoes, jump rope, step, dumbbells, resistance tubing, an exercise ball, yoga mat, and free bodyweight moves. Advises shopping used equipment and consulting a trainer.
Oprah battles weight and diet culture in year end guidance
Marilynn Preston urges readers to stop dieting and pursue balanced fitness. She cites Oprah Winfrey’s struggles, argues diet science is flawed, and advocates strength, health, and acceptance over thinness. End with self love and sustainable habits for 2009.
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