Does aloe vera juice treat ulcers
Dear Dr Gott advises against aloe vera as ulcer treatment and endorses standard ant acids and ulcer drugs. He notes rising drug costs and suggests discussing affordable options with a doctor, possibly samples. He also addresses concerns about yellow dye NL 751, confirming FDA approved colorings are safe in small amounts.
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Retirees Fuel Society With Big Community Role
A large study by the Commonwealth Fund, the Gerontology Institute at the University of Massachusetts, and ICF shows Americans 55 and older provide extensive social value. About 38 million 55 plus actively give back, with 14 million working, 30 million caregiving, and 14 million volunteering, equating to nearly 12 million full time employees and over 1 million full time volunteers. Men and women in this age group report high satisfaction from volunteering and caregiving, supporting families and reducing government costs.
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Dear Abby readers weigh in on jewelry and communion debates
A reader questions the pronunciation of jewelry as joo-el-ree and praises Dear Abby for addressing language quirks. Another letter worries about sharing a communion cup, seeking guidance on health concerns and personal choice, while Fed Up asks for clearer door signage to deter solicitors with a Webster-based definition and a suggested alternative sign.
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Should College Student Get Allowance Dr Wallace
A community college student asks if parents should continue a $75 monthly allowance while the student earns $150 from a part time job. Dr. Wallace advises parents can afford it to support living at home and studies, suggesting continued supplement. The column also covers dating anxiety about sweaty palms and explains the origin of ring around the rosy tied to the bubonic plague.
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