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Saturday, June 1, 2013 • The South Whidbey Record WWW.SOUTHWHIDBEYRECORD.COM Page A11 L E C E By Ronda Addy CreativeOutlet.com When you think of osteoporosis, you may think of it affecting women, but men can be affected as well. More than two million men suffer from osteoporosis, and there are millions more at risk. What is osteoporosis, and what can be done to treat it? When people are young, their bones grow in length and density. By the time they reach their teens, they have reached their maximum height, but their bone density continues to increase until around age 30. After age 30, bones will slowly start to lose their density and strength. During this time, a person may develop osteoporosis. An individual suffering from osteoporosis will have low bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue, which makes the bones fragile, thereby increasing their susceptibility to hip, spine and wrist fractures. No one knows why some individuals get osteoporosis and some don’t, but there are certain risk factors that help contribute to an individual’s chances of developing it. The risk factors are: • Age. The older an individual, the greater the risk of developing osteoporosis. • Body size. Individuals who are small and thin-boned are at increased risk of developing osteoporosis. • Ethnicity. Asian and Caucasian men and women are at greater risk. • Family history. Individuals whose parents have a history of bone fractures may also have reduced bone mass, making them more susceptible to fractures. • Gender. Women have a greater chance of developing osteoporosis. • Anorexia. • Cigarette smoking. • An inactive lifestyle or long periods of bed rest. • A diet low in calcium and vitamin D. • Taking certain medications such as glucocorticoids. • Excessive alcohol. • An abnormal absence of menstrual periods and low estrogen levels in women or low testosterone levels in men. Osteoporosis usually occurs without any symptoms, and individuals may not even know they have it until their bones are so weak that just bumping their hip can cause a fracture. Once the bone loss has occurred, it can’t be replaced. There is no cure for osteoporosis, but it can be slowed. A bone mineral density (BMD) test can diagnose osteoporosis, detect low bone density, monitor how effective treatments are and predict risks for future fractures. Experts suggest men get a BMD test if they experience a bone fracture, notice a loss in height or experience lower back pain. A treatment plan for osteoporosis should include proper nutrition, exercise and a change in lifestyle to prevent the causes of fractures before they happen. In some cases, your doctor Osteoporosis doesn’t discriminate A Full Range of Personal Health Services At Women to Wellness, we offer individualized medical care that explores the relationship of the body, mind, spirit and environment to human health and healing. Women to Wellness services include: Integrative Primary Care Annual GYN & Physical Exams Teen Health Care & Education Birth Control Counseling & Family Planning PMS, Perimenopause, & Menopause Support Conventional & Bioidentical Hormone Therapy For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please call Women to Wellness at 360-222-3131, or email: [email protected] Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 9-5, by appointment only Location: 3455 Old County Road Greenbank, WA (The Greenbank Women’s Clinic & Birth Center building) Toni Marthaller, ARNP FNP-C LANGLEY SALON & SPA 120 A 2 ND STREET, LANGLEY 360.221.8090 SKIN & BODY THERAPIES with Alicia Curfman Microdermabrasion Facial $65 Removes dry, flakey build up, softens facial lines and texture, stimulates new growth of collagen and healthy skin cells, promotes better product absorption. Full Face Waxing $25 (Includes brows, upper lip, chin, jaw line.) 10% discount for first time clients Waxing=softened hair texture, less hair growth, semi-permanent results. SIGNATURE SPECIALS SOUTH WHIDBEY The South Whidbey Record produced this health care guide as a means to provide our readers and community with answers to commonly asked health care questions. Information is provided by the health industry and medical professionals represented in this special supplement as questions, accompanied by their “opinion” or answer for our readers. With the growing concern today about health issues, our readers and the community at large will find this publication to be helpful in relaying the types of advice they should seek and from whom. CONTINUED ON PAGE A16

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When you think of osteoporosis, you may think of it affecting women, but men can be affected as well. More than two million men suffer from osteoporosis, and there are millions more at risk. What is osteoporosis, and what can be done to treat it?

When people are young, their bones grow in length and density. By the time they reach their teens, they have reached their maximum height, but their bone density continues to increase until around age 30. After age 30, bones will slowly start to lose their

density and strength. During this time, a person may develop osteoporosis.

An individual suffering from osteoporosis will have low bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue, which makes the bones fragile, thereby increasing their susceptibility to hip, spine and wrist fractures. No one knows why some individuals get osteoporosis and some don’t, but there are certain risk factors that help contribute to an individual’s chances of developing it. The risk factors are:

• Age. The older an individual, the greater the risk of developing

osteoporosis.• Body size.

Individuals who are small and thin-boned are at increased risk of developing osteoporosis.

• Ethnicity. Asian and Caucasian men and women are at greater risk.

• Family history. Individuals whose parents have a history of bone fractures may also have reduced bone mass, making them more susceptible to fractures.

• Gender. Women have a greater chance of developing osteoporosis.

• Anorexia.• Cigarette smoking.• An inactive lifestyle

or long periods of bed

rest.• A diet low in calcium

and vitamin D.• Taking certain

medications such as glucocorticoids.

• Excessive alcohol.• An abnormal

absence of menstrual periods and low estrogen levels in women or low testosterone levels in men.

Osteoporosis usually occurs without any symptoms, and individuals may not even know they have it until their bones are so weak that just bumping their hip can cause a fracture. Once the bone loss has occurred, it can’t be replaced. There is no cure for osteoporosis,

but it can be slowed. A bone mineral density (BMD) test can diagnose osteoporosis, detect low bone density, monitor how effective treatments are and predict risks for future fractures. Experts suggest men get a BMD test if they experience a bone fracture, notice a loss in height or experience lower back pain.

A treatment plan for osteoporosis should include proper nutrition, exercise and a change in lifestyle to prevent the causes of fractures before they happen. In some cases, your doctor

Osteoporosis doesn’t discriminate

A Full Range of Personal Health ServicesAt Women to Wellness, we offer individualized medical care that explores the

relationship of the body, mind, spirit and environment to human health and healing.

Women to Wellness services include:Integrative Primary Care• Annual GYN & Physical Exams• Teen Health Care & Education• Birth Control Counseling & Family Planning• PMS, Perimenopause, & Menopause Support• Conventional & Bioidentical Hormone Therapy•

For more information, or to schedule an appointment,please call Women to Wellness at 360-222-3131,or email: [email protected]

Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 9-5, by appointment onlyLocation: 3455 Old County Road Greenbank, WA(The Greenbank Women’s Clinic & Birth Center building)

Toni Marthaller, ARNP FNP-CLANGLEY SALON & SPA

120 A 2ND STREET, LANGLEY • 360.221.8090

SKIN & BODY THERAPIESwith Alicia Curfman

Microdermabrasion Facial $65Removes dry, fl akey build up, softens facial lines and texture, stimulates new growth of collagen and healthy skin cells, promotes

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10% discount for fi rst time clientsWaxing=softened hair texture, less hair

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The South Whidbey Record produced this health care guide as a means to provide our readers and community with answers to commonly asked health care questions.

Information is provided by the health industry and medical professionals represented in this special supplement as questions, accompanied by their “opinion” or answer for our readers.

With the growing concern today about health issues, our readers and the community at large will find this publication to be helpful in relaying the types of advice they should seek and from whom.conTinued on PAge A16

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DR. KAREN CARBONE “Helping You Create and Enjoy a Life of Optimal Health”An integrative healthcare professional who is a Registered Nurse and a Doctor of Natural Health. � is allows the use of traditional health approaches and natural healing in a holistic environment. Providing health education, nutritional management, herbal and supplement expertise.All About HealthLangley • 360-331-1223 • [email protected]

Holistic Medicine

ALICIA CURFMAN of Langley Salon & Spa, offers the following advice:

Does facial waxing cause the hair to grow back thicker and darker?

Facial or any area of body waxing does not cause hair to return thicker or darker. On the contrary, waxing damages the hair follicles thus resulting in finer, softer and slower, if not permanently eliminating, hair growth return. This especially applies to women who have previously shaved facial/body hair.

What is a microderma-brasion facial?

The microdermabrasion facial is an exfoliation treatment which removes dead, dry skin build up that each of us accumulates. Removing these layers softens our skin’s texture, increases product absorption and effectiveness, lightens dark spots, promotes collagen and healthy skin growth.

Microdermabrasion is not painful and requires no recovery time.

MARTI MURPHY of One to One Personal Training, offers the following advice:

What should I buy if I wanted to do my workouts at home?

For under $50 you can create variety for yourself. A stability ball and a set of rubber resistance tubing will get you started toward a healthy lifestyle, no matter what your age, then use your stairs for cardiovascular fitness! It doesn’t take much but “Consistency is the Key.”

Is there the one thing I can do to help me stay healthy?

MOVE!!! Get up out of the chair more often. Park further away in the lot. Take stairs instead of the elevator. Walk

around the ferry deck instead of sitting in your car! Movement will increase the blood flow throughout your brain and body. Move to rev up your metabolism!

BARBARA SIMONS, PA-C of Freeland Clinic offers the following advice:

Does my health af fect my medical conditions?

Orthomolecular, macrobiotic and herbal medicine can have significant impact on your medical conditions. Your health is affected by what you consume. Unfortunately most people do not know how to effectively change their diet to impact their health. I place emphasis on nutritional education to maximize your health benefits. 

What does your clinic offer to the public?My clinic offers adult, pediatric and geriatric care. We take

care of chronic and acute illness/injuries, perform minor surgical procedures, offer mental health support, well child and adult exams, including breast, pelvic and prostate exams. We have a focus on orthomolecular, macrobiotic and herbal medicine and offer diet and weight loss/gain support. I also treat acute minor injuries and illnesses.

KAREN CARBONE of All About Health offers the following advice:

“I am no longer able to take statin drugs for my cholesterol because of the

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side effects (muscle pain mostly). Are there natural alternatives to lower my cholesterol?”

The muscle pain you mention is a fairly common side effect of the prescription statin medications. Some people are able to tolerate it but many, like you, cannot function with the discomfort.  In natural medicine we use several approaches to addressing elevated lipids (cholesterol being one). First and foremost we attempt to address the lifestyle issues that may be contributing to the condition.  Nutrition and exercise are two very important factors in lowering cholesterol.  Supplementation can take several different forms, as well.

Niacin therapy has been used successfully for many people. Red Yeast Rice, also known as monascus purpurea, is probably very familiar to people.  It is a natural statin and can effectively reduce cholesterol.  There are other plant-based products such as policosanol, guggul, plant sterols, etc.  Anyone using statin medications or the natural statin products needs to know that statins deplete the body of CoQ10 and this important coenzyme needs to be replaced.  Another caution with red yeast rice is to be sure of the sourcing of the raw materials, the manufacturing processes used, and the quality controls that the manufacturer has in place. 

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It’s so automatic we don’t even think about it until we have trouble. What is it? It’s breathing.

While most of us don’t have any trouble breathing, the Center for Disease Control estimates there are over 20 million people in the United States who suffer from asthma. When you breathe, air is inhaled through your nose and passes through the bronchial tubes to the lungs. When you exhale, the air moves through the same tubes. Someone with asthma has bronchial tubes that are much more sensitive and are affected by a variety of triggers.

Asthma can be mild or serious. If you have asthma, you may have a bad cough, find it difficult to breathe or experience wheezing or a tightness in the chest. While no one knows the exact causes of asthma, attacks are triggered by certain things called allergens. Some of these allergens include:

• Cigarette smoke• Air pollution• Perfume• Paint fumes• Indoor and outdoor

mold• Cold and flu

infections• Tree and grass

pollen• Dust mite waste

products• Animal dander• Changes in the

weather• Exercise• Cooking fumes• Stress• Certain types of

food or medicationThis list is by no

means complete. Some people can be affected by one or more of these triggers.

Women are more likely to be affected by asthma than men. They are also more likely to be hospitalized with asthma and are more likely to die because of it. The statistics are alarming. In 2000, asthma was prevalent in 9.1 percent of women, compared to just 5.1 percent in men. In asthma-related

hospital admissions, women ages 20 to 50 outnumbered men three to one. A 1997 statistic showed that of the 55,000 people who died from asthma, women accounted for 63%. At the same time, the asthma mortality rate among African-American women increased 95% as opposed to 68% among African-American men. What accounts for these alarming differences in the numbers? Here are just a few reasons:

• Women are more likely to ignore asthmatic symptoms, choosing instead to concentrate on their

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Barbara Simons PA-C

Family Medicine at the Freeland Clinic

(360) 331-6535 | 1660 Layton Ave., Freeland

Accepting Established & New Patients

My clinic offers adult, pediatric and geriatric care.

We take care of chronic and acute illness/injuries, perform minor procedures, offer mental health, preventive health care, Well child/adult exams, including breast, pelvic and prostate exams.

We have a focus on Orthomolecular, macrobiotic and herbal medicine and offer diet and weightloss/gain support.

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Weeklies ToolboxWith approximately

15 million females living in Canada today, slightly more than half of that country’s population is intimately affected by women’s health. And taking care of women’s emotional, social and physical well-being is not just an important job, it’s a prime indicator of the health of our nation.

In 1995, the Fourth United Nations Conference on Women in Beijing determined that “the social, political and economic context” of women’s lives is as much a factor in women’s health as biology.Today, when we talk about women’s health, we include a wide range of topics such as health research, education and leadership, as well as the unpaid work that women do. In addition, assessing the overall health of women means evaluating the impacts of disability, abuse, race,

ethnicity and sexual orientation.

With all these additional factors to consider, it’s amazing that during infancy and childhood, girls use fewer health services than boys do.But all that changes during adulthood, when women face additional risk factors such as

breast cancer and cardiovascular disease.

Over the years, much has been learned concerning women’s health. We no longer assume that conceiving and bearing children, or dealing with the female reproductive system, is the sum total of women’s health. What’s more, medical science no longer can assume that clinical tests and trials performed on men can be generalized to women.

Today we finally understand what women have always seemed to know: that women’s health is complex and unique.

Considering that the average Canadian woman will live for 81 years, investing in women’s health is a smart national strategy.

Managing menopause:just do it!

As women age, they

need to pay

more attention to their lifestyle in order to stay healthy and feel good, says the Society of Obstetricians and Gynacologists of Canada. Regular exercise, a healthy diet, as well as vitamin and mineral supplements— combined with low-dose hormone replacement therapy (HRT)—can ease the effects of menopause and prevent postmenopausal diseases such asosteoporosis and heart disease.

Upon reaching menopause, which generally occurs around the age of 51, a woman’s natural supply of estrogen is depleted. This depletion can leave the body vulnerable to illness and in some cases, cause severe symptoms.

HRT is a safe and effective way to

restore this lost estrogen. It can also relieve the symptoms of menopause, protect the body

against disease,

maintain sexual desire and replenish the body’s collagen levels.

Scientific research has consistently shown that when taken for less than five years, HRT does not increase a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer. This risk increases only slightly if HRT is taken for five years or longer. In fact, excessive alcohol consumption and a sedentary lifestyle are more likely to cause breast cancer than prolonged HRT. A number of alternative therapies have also gained popularity for offsetting the symptoms of menopause. They include Gingko Biloba, St. John’s Wort, Valerian, Kava, Flaxseed, Miso(soy) and Black Cohosh, among others. Acupuncture, acupressure, massage and meditation may also help.

However, it is important for women to understand that care must be taken with all

forms of medication, supplementation and treatment. A discussion with your doctor will help you determine which option is right for you

Taking charge during menopause

Menopause typically hits women around age 51, but beginning in the early to mid-40s, a woman’s body changes as she enters the transition period known as perimenopause. During this stage, her estrogen levels may begin to fluctuate and she may experience symptoms similar to those of menopause, including physical discomfort during menstruation or sexual intercourse, trouble sleeping, memory loss, fatigue, mood swings, hot flashes and night sweats.

This loss of estrogen can decrease muscle

mass and increase body fat, particularly around the waist and abdominal area. This skin’s collagen may begin to thin and lose elasticity. Skin may also feel dry and even tingle or burn. It is also at this time that bone loss starts to occur faster than the body can replace

it, thus increasing the risk of osteoporosis, a disease that primarily targets postmenopausal women.

A low-fat, high fiber diet, combined with vitamin and mineral supplements, regular exercise, relaxation and low-dose hormone replacement therapy can do wonders for women who are approaching menopause. Cutting back on caffeine and alcohol can also help women feel much better. According to the Society of Obstetricians and Gynacologists of Canada, this simple formula can help women maintain a healthy body weight, safely relieve stress and minimize perimenopausal symptoms.

Some alternative remedies may also help. Dietary phytoestrogens such as tofu, tempeh, miso and soy milk are

purported to provide relief because they contain “natural” estrogen. In fact, soy may help reduce the occurrence and intensity of hot flashes and night sweats, as well as prevent osteoporosis.

If you have reached the stage of

perimenopause, and are starting to experience any symptoms, talk to you doctor to determine your best course of action. For more information about perimenopause, visit the Society of Obstetricians and Gynacologists of Canada’s Web site at www.sogc.org.

Women’s health is national health

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may prescribe a medication approved to treat osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is less likely to occur in men than women because men have

stronger, larger bones and don’t experience the hormonal changes that women do after menopause. Bone loss advances more slowly in men and begins later. However, osteoporosis in men can become a major health issue if not addressed promptly.

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Breathe from page 13family’s health.

• Young women are the fastest-growing segment of cigarette smokers. Cigarette smoke is a major cause of asthma.

• The cost of asthma medication may be less affordable for women. Women are more likely to use the medication incorrectly.

• Women are less likely to receive the treatment they need early because of the medication’s effects on pregnancy and bone strength. Asthma may first occur during pregnancy or may change during pregnancy.

• Frequency and severity of asthma attacks can change either prior to or during the menstrual cycle.

There is no cure for asthma, but it can be controlled. Here are some of the things you can do around the house to help reduce the risk of an asthma attack:

• Do not smoke or allow smoking in your home.• Wash your pet at least once a week.• Get a flu shot.• Keep room temperatures constant. • Avoid using wood-burning stoves and fireplaces.• Control the humidity level in your home. The higher the humidity, the

more mold and allergens there will be.• Wash your hands frequently.• Limit your use of perfumes, cleaners, paint, etc. Buy hypoallergenic

products.• Avoid dust mites by washing bedding once a week in hot water.• Use allergen-impermeable covers on mattresses and pillows. • Buy plastic window shades or other washable materials.In addition to these steps, medication may be needed. There are two kinds

of medication to treat asthma:• Bronchodilator. This fast-acting inhaler opens the airways, so air can

move through more freely. • Anti-inflammatories. Available in inhaler or pill form, these steroid

medications can be used every day on a long-term basis to reduce the swelling of airways. However, a major side effect of steroids is the loss of bone density, which can lead to osteoporosis.

For people with moderate or severe asthma, a peak flow meter can be used to measure lung function and indicate an asthma attack before any symptoms appear. Medication can prevent the attack and the meter can also tell how well the person is responding to the medication.

Talk with your doctor to set up a treatment plan that may include regular checkups, proper use of any medications, how and when to use a peak flow meter, and what to do if your asthma worsens. By becoming aware of your asthma triggers, you can begin to control them.

KRISTINE JARRELL, Au.D. of Hearing Health Services offers the following advice:

What causes hearing loss?Aging and noise exposure are the most common causes of

hearing loss. Have your hearing checked if you find yourself turning up the volume on the television, have to ask people to repeat themselves, or if you often misunderstand what people are saying.

Can hearing aids help me?If your hearing loss is keeping you from communication with

others, hearing aids will help you. Advances in technology have made today’s hearing aids much better and more versatile than ever.

TONI MARTHALLER, of Women To Wellness offers the following advice:

If I don’t need a PAP smear every year, do I still need a wellness exam?

Yes! Yearly wellness exams are still recommended for age-based physical exams and for evaluations of personal health risks and disease prevention. With your personal and family health history in mind we do lab and screening tests and provide lifestyle information to help you reach ‘your’ individual yearly wellness goals.

What can I do about hot flashes?A number of interventions can help diminish hot flashes.

We aim for symptom relief without increasing risks of other diseases. Interventions can include changes in diet, exercise and

stress management, use of nutritional supplements, botanical medicines, bio-identical hormones, non-bio-identical hormones or other prescription medications.

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Offering a variety of classes at the studio including, Jazz, Tango, Feldenkrais, Zumba, Nia and more!

Jodi has been a personal trainer and clinical exercise specialist and has been teaching classes since 1989 on Whidbey. Her specialty is helping people with pain and injury to reach their personal fitness goals. Sojourn Suspension is a technique that gives you all of that and more! We also offer Massage, Gyrotonic Training, Pilates Training, cardio and weight equipment, Infrared sauna and Sojourn sunless spray tan service!5603 Bayview Road, Langley • 221-6543

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JoDI STREVEL, of Sojourn Studios offers the following advice:

I haven’t done much physically in a while, and my fitness level is low, is there a class I will be able to attend?

We have several options at Sojourn Studios to ease you into a workout plan with careful instruction and modifications. I would recommend our “Sojourn Suspension I” and “Sojourn Suspension Pilates” classes. You can work on building your core strength, balance, and build on your muscular and cardiovascular endurance.

I have back and hip pain. Would the “Sojourn Suspension” classes be good for me?

The hammock classes are designed to support you. “Suspension I” specifically

targets hip and back pain with the poses for releasing tension and increasing range of motion and mobility. Clients respond well and find improvement with less pain and restriction.

DANIEL HALDEMAN, MA, LMFTA of Integrative Psychotherapy offers the following advice:

How can I become the person I want to be, and not the one I see?

First accept who you are. Take a close look at who you think you are removing all the imagination and unreality from this picture, especially those things you think are desirable to others. Let all this go and remain centered and present to the felt sense of “I am.”

What are some ways to control my anger?Anger is a layered event. One thing that can help is to stop

justifying it, calling it someone else’s fault. All reactions to other people reside within you, in your internal psychology. Learn to look within, replay the angry situation when you are calmer and see where you justify your anger.

TIMM and RoN SANFoRD, of Senior Insurance offer the following advice:

Did you know you can change your Medicare Advantage Plan anytime during the year?

Your plan can be changed at any time during the year to a Five-Star Medicare Advantage Plan. We are also available to

help you with your customer service issues and questions about the transition to Medicare programs.

Are you aware your Medicare Supplement Plan can be changed anytime during the year?

Your high cost Medicare Supplement Plan can be changed any time during the year to the same exact plan with a different company at a lower cost. Contact us for an explanation of the benefits of these plans and how your plan should be structured for maximum benefit.

Walking toward a better quality of lifeNewspaper Toolbox

New technologies have transformed our way of working, but they have also influenced our lifestyles by reducing the amount of physical activity we do. Unfortunately obesity is increasingly common in societies where people prefer to drive rather than walk. Without necessarily going back to the old ways, we can still easily incorporate walking into our daily routines.

Do you need convincing?In addition to improving your physical fitness, walking reduces depression

and anxiety and promotes healing sleep. That is doubly the case if the walking is done in good company! This gentle, moderate activity improves your cardiorespiratory functions, reduces blood pressure and cholesterol levels, regulates blood sugar levels, and increases bone density which helps keep osteoporosis at bay.

Convinced?Start out by going for short walks and then gradually increase the

distance. Good posture is essential to get the maximum benefits from walking: hold yourself straight, with shoulders and arms relaxed and loose, and breathe normally. Walk early in the morning or at the end of the day during the warmer summer months, and don’t forget a water bottle and sunscreen. During the winter, cover your head (one third of body heat is lost through the head) and layer your clothing so you can remove an outer coat when you start to sweat.

If your body’s cricks and creaks leave you discouraged, persevere. You will find it easier to walk further in no time at all. For optimal results, walk for at least 30 minutes, five days a week.

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