Denise Austin backs online adult fitness test for self benchmarks
The Washington Post notes Denise Austin helped create an online adult fitness test for the Presidential Council on Physical Fitness. The test compares speed, pushups, crunches, flexibility and a one mile walk, using YMCA and Cooper Institute data for context. It does not certify fitness but encourages personal improvement and goal setting.
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Aging exercise may cut dementia risk later study says
Drs Kay Judge and Maxine Barish Wreden summarize three studies on dementia risk. High cholesterol in the 40s links to greater future Alzheimer's risk, 50s to 60s exercise lowers cognitive impairment risk, and belly fat in 40s raises dementia odds. Sacramento doctors promote lifestyle changes now.
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Medicines and foods linked to flatulence in a 79 year old woman
Expert notes that colon bacteria cause gas and that diet largely drives flatulence. A trial removing two or three foods for a week helps identify culprits. Beano or Gas-X may help. Lipitor, amlodipine, and atenolol are noted to list gas as a side effect, but changes should await doctor advice.
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Community Calendar Highlights Local Events and Meetings
The Gazette lists upcoming public events including library talks and artful performances. Highlights cover Books for Lunch at James Kennedy Public Library, Live from Prairie Lights by Michael Martone, and several farmers markets in Cedar Rapids Coralville and Noelridge. Also noted are government meetings for Linn County Board of Supervisors North Liberty Telecommunications Commission Lone Tree City Council and Robins City Council with times and locations.
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Dad's dating life strained by troubled daughter
Dear Abby advises the 54 year old father to seek treatment for Danielle's bipolar illness rather than hiding it. She urges joining a Bipolar Support Alliance group, warns against lying to future partners, and suggests dating others in appropriate support settings.
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Secret dater seeks parents trust and a meeting
A frustrated sophomore writes about sneaking to see a boyfriend, asking whether to keep fighting for him or bow to parental limits. The adviser urges honesty, responsibility, and earning trust, noting consequences and the path back.
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