Upper body squat strengthens back and chest
Michael Klepper explains the upper body squat or pull over as a key move for latissimus dorsi development and overall shoulder girdle flexibility. It supports a weekly routine built from largest to smallest muscle groups and includes progressive loading for both men and women.
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Miami Herald
Michael Klepper
Klepper
New Killer Diseases examines evolving germs and threats
The book by Elinor Levy and Mark Fischetti surveys pathogens from SARS to mad cow disease and E coli, with emphasis on antibiotic resistance and public health. It questions current policies and suggests revised priorities, even proposing changes to USDA goals.
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Gregory Mott
Washington Post
Crown Publishers
Elinor Levy
Boston University
Mother urges nervous daughter to the altar
Dear Abby column features a Michigan mother remorseful over pressuring her daughter Ruthie into marriage and a Texas reader seeking guidance on weight and boundaries. Abby advises acknowledging mistakes, offering support, and suggests legal counsel for Ruthie.
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Abby
Ruthie
Gotu Kola Moves From India to U S Product Lines
The herb gotu kola long used in Indian medicine appears in U S health drinks and shaving gels. Consumers use it for skin conditions, memory, sleep and blood pressure, with common doses of 200 mg two to three times daily or two cups of tea daily. Potential side effects include skin rash and sun sensitivity.
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Los Angeles Times
Southeast Asia
United States
Crestor joins statins as a potent cholesterol drug option
Crestor rosuvastatin adds a powerful option to the six statins available in the United States. It lowers total and LDL cholesterol while increasing HDL and reducing triglycerides. The FDA warns of potential kidney and liver risks, recommending regular monitoring and liver tests before and during treatment. Other statins include Lipitor Zocor Mevacor Pravachol and Lescol.
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Crestor
Food and Drug Administration
United States
Gregg Fonarow
University of California, Los Angeles
FDA
Lipitor
Zocor
Mevacor
Lescol
Heloise tips calendar method for prescriptions and home care
Readers suggest using year end calendars to track prescription renewals and medical info with color codes for each household member. The column provides practical notes on substitutions for coffee filters and using lids or paper plates to protect bowls, plus tips for recycling envelopes for school notes.
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King Features Syndicate
Ear Heloise
Heloise
Tracey C
New Boston
Texas
Diabetes medicine not a threat to the heart
Dr Donohue explains glyburide is not linked to heart attacks. Earlier 1970 and 1998 studies sparked debate but UK Prospective Diabetes Study found no connection. Diabetes incidence rises as patients seek guidance. write for pamphlet at P O Box 536475 Orlando Florida 32853 6475.
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Paul G. Donohue
North American Syndicate
Donohue
P.D
United Kingdom
P.O. Box
Orlando
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