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Chocolate is often seen as an occasional, indulgent treat. But studies show that small amounts of chocolate, the kind that contains natural cocoa and not processed chocolate, may actually produce health benefi ts.
A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition analyzed the chocolate consumption of more than 1,000 people between the ages of 18 and 69. Those who consumed an average of nearly an ounce of chocolate per day were found to have reduced risk of developing diabetes and heart disease. When researchers accounted for other factors such as age, gender, lifestyle, education and diet, the results remained the same.
As we age, our cognitive abilities often decline and cause problems such as forgetting familiar places or names. While this can be extremely frustrating, there may be something you can do to prevent this gradual cognitive decline. It has to do with a different, but just as important, organ in your body — your heart!
According to a study recently published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, individuals with healthier hearts did better on mental acuity tests than those whose hearts were
not as healthy. When the study’s research team revisited the mental acuity of people involved with the study years later, the brain benefi ts linked to a healthy heart continued.
To promote the health of your heart and, thus, your brain, follow “Life’s Simple 7” as outlined by the American Heart Association. The “Simple 7” includes properly managing your weight, blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar, as well as exercising regularly, eating right and avoiding unhealthy habits like smoking.
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BEAUTY PRODUCT MAKEOVER:
If you’re looking for natural alternatives to common beauty products, cooking oils can be your best friend. Dislike the thought of exercising at the
same pace all the time? High-intensity interval training (HIIT) may be the
answer to your activity apathy.
Grapeseed oilGrapeseed oil is a great moisturizer for those with sensitive or oily skin — it won’t clog pores and may actually help clear up breakouts. You can also use small amounts under your eyes to relieve dark circles, or rub a few drops through your hair to prevent split ends and frizz before heat styling with a hair dryer, curling iron or fl at iron.
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HIIT is a workout technique that involves short periods of full-speed exercise followed by recovery periods of comfortable intensity; these periods should last as long or longer than the all-out intervals. HIIT can be an effective way to improve fi tness, lose weight, and reduce high blood pressure and cholesterol, according to the American College of Sports Medicine. HIIT should supplement, rather than replace, your regular cardiovascular workout. The American Council on Exercise (ACE) recommends HIIT no more than twice a week for up to six weeks per year. Before trying HIIT, consult your doctor to be sure it’s safe for you.
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Don’t jump into HIIT as soon as your doctor gives you the green light, especially if you’re new to exercise; this could cause injury. Build a fi tness foundation fi rst by doing moderate-intensity aerobic exercise at least three times a week for several weeks.
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You can do HIIT practically anywhere, including at home. Pick an aerobic exercise you enjoy, such as stationary biking, running (outdoors or on a treadmill) or jumping jacks. This example HIIT session from ACE is a good way to get started:
• Warm up for fi ve minutes at a low intensity.• Alternate one-minute, high-intensity spurts of
activity with two-minute, moderate-intensity recovery periods, for a total of four sets each.
• Finish with a fi ve-minute, low-intensity cool down.
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Olive oilExtra virgin olive oil works great as a makeup remover — simply use olive oil on a cotton ball to wipe away stubborn waterproof makeup. To gently clean makeup brushes, mix one part olive oil with two parts antibacterial soap, then swirl your brushes in the mixture. Rinse with warm water and let dry.
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Coconut oilUse a dab of it on dry hair for frizz control, or coat your hair in coconut oil for an hour before shampooing for a deep condition. You can also use it as shaving cream for a super-close shave without razor burn. If you have dry and cracked feet, use coconut oil as a moisturizer (put on socks afterward to avoid making a mess).
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Central sleep apnea—a less common form of sleep apnea that occurs when the brain has trouble communicating with the breathing muscles—causes stop-and-start respiration but typically not snoring.
FAST FACT
Spotting the Subtle Signs of
Your partner’s complaints about your snoring are a clear clue you might have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), but you could be missing less obvious warning signs.
Seven to nine hours of sleep per night reduces stress, bolsters the immune system, aids critical thinking and reduces risk of chronic diseases and conditions, such as high blood pressure and diabetes, according to the National Institutes of Health.
For individuals with OSA, a good night’s sleep is frustratingly diffi cult. OSA is a common type of breathing that occurs when the airway collapses during sleep, preventing enough air from reaching the lungs. This condition has been linked with a higher risk for Type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart attack and stroke. Look beyond snoring for these hints you might have OSA:
1. A serious need to drink water after waking up. Snoring can cause dry mouth and a sore throat.
2. A pounding head in the morning.
Poor sleep can leave you with a headache when you rise and shine.
3. A sore jaw or sensitive teeth. You could be clenching your jaw or grinding your teeth at night in an effort to force enough air through the airway.
4. Lots of nighttime bathroom breaks. Interrupted sleep can lead to more frequent urges to use the facilities.
5. Feeling zombie-ish during the day. Poor sleep can cause daytime fatigue.
6. Acting like a grumpier, less focused version of you. If OSA is preventing you from getting good sleep, you may have trouble concentrating, solving problems, and being friendly and courteous to others.
If you experience any of these symptoms, you owe it to yourself and your loved ones to investigate the possibility that you could have OSA.
Sleep Apnea
PREVENTION
A sleep study can shed more light on sleep-disordered breathing and help a sleep specialist determine the optimal treatment for you. To learn more about our sleep services, visit 4healthier.me/NWHS-sleep, or call (479) 250-3037.
STEPS TO BETTER SLEEPTESTING: • Sleep tests are usually done in a sleep lab. Breathing effort, airflow, blood oxygen levels, heart rate and rhythm are measured.
• Duration of the stages of sleep, body position and movement of arms and legs are measured.
TREATMENT: • Your doctor may prescribe a CPAP to keep your upper airway open or a dental device to reposition the jaw.
• Adjust your sleep position.
• Avoid alcohol and other sedatives before bed.
• Surgery may be needed if you see no improvements in sleep.
RISK REDUCTION: • Losing weight if patient is overweight
• Avoid alcohol, narcotics and sedatives
• Avoid sleeping on his or her back
Madhu Kalyan, M.D., board-certified pulmonologist, is accepting new patients. For an appointment, call (479) 202-0043.
Dr. Kalyan is a member of the medical staff at Northwest Health System.
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Tired of eating out? Bored with your lunch options? Mix it up with these healthy alternatives.
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Salads can add serious calories to your daily count. Ask for a lemon slice to use instead of fattier dressings, or request oil and vinegar on the side. Remove unhealthy additions, like bacon bits or mounds of cheese.
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Central sleep apnea—a less common form of sleep apnea that occurs when the brain has trouble communicating with the breathing muscles—causes stop-and-start respiration but typically not snoring.
FAST FACT
Spotting the Subtle Signs of
Your partner’s complaints about your snoring are a clear clue you might have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), but you could be missing less obvious warning signs.
Seven to nine hours of sleep per night reduces stress, bolsters the immune system, aids critical thinking and reduces risk of chronic diseases and conditions, such as high blood pressure and diabetes, according to the National Institutes of Health.
For individuals with OSA, a good night’s sleep is frustratingly diffi cult. OSA is a common type of breathing that occurs when the airway collapses during sleep, preventing enough air from reaching the lungs. This condition has been linked with a higher risk for Type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart attack and stroke. Look beyond snoring for these hints you might have OSA:
1. A serious need to drink water after waking up. Snoring can cause dry mouth and a sore throat.
2. A pounding head in the morning.
Poor sleep can leave you with a headache when you rise and shine.
3. A sore jaw or sensitive teeth. You could be clenching your jaw or grinding your teeth at night in an effort to force enough air through the airway.
4. Lots of nighttime bathroom breaks. Interrupted sleep can lead to more frequent urges to use the facilities.
5. Feeling zombie-ish during the day. Poor sleep can cause daytime fatigue.
6. Acting like a grumpier, less focused version of you. If OSA is preventing you from getting good sleep, you may have trouble concentrating, solving problems, and being friendly and courteous to others.
If you experience any of these symptoms, you owe it to yourself and your loved ones to investigate the possibility that you could have OSA.
Sleep Apnea
PREVENTION
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Northwest Center for Infectious Diseases2900 Medical Center Parkway, Suite 240A Bentonville, AR 72712 479-553-2121
Daniel Young, M.D.Mark Lee Stillwell, M.D., F.A.C.P.
F OR D O C TOR S YOU C A N DE PE N D ON , T RU ST NORT H W E ST.
Surgical Associates of Northwest2900 Medical Center Pkwy., Suite 300Bentonville, AR 72712 479-553-2250
Northwest Cardiology – Bentonville2900 Medical Center Pkwy., Suite 240BBentonville, AR 72712 479-553-2200Also serving Bella Vista, Siloam Springs and Springdale
Northwest Cardiology – Springdale601 West Maple Ave. Suite 703Springdale, AR 72764 479-750-2203
Northwest Senior Health –Sugar Creek1102 NW Lowes Ave. Suite 4Bentonville, AR 72712 479-553-2470
Philip Cedeno, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Marc Rogers, M.D.
General Surgery
Northwest Senior Health – Schmieding2422 N. Thompson Suite A Springdale, AR 72764479-750-6566
Northwest Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine601 W. Maple Ave. Suite 101 Springdale, AR 72764 479-757-4720
Northwest Gastroenterology – Bentonville2900 Medical Center Pkwy., Suite 300Bentonville, AR 72712 479-553-2250
Allan Weston, M.D.
Northwest Gastroenterology – Springdale601 West Maple Ave., Suite 213Springdale, AR 72764 479-757-8150
Ranga Balasekaran, M.D., F.A.C.G.
Infectious Diseases
Northwest Primary Care – Centerton331 Commercial St. Centerton, AR 72719 479-795-2167
Ronny G. Phipps, M.D.
Northwest Primary Care – Har-Ber Meadows6636 W. Sunset Ave., Suite A Springdale, AR 72762 479-361-4631
Jeffrey Bearden, M.D.
Northwest Medical Plaza – Springdale4077 Elm Springs Rd., Suite 105 Springdale, AR 72762479-927-2100
Anna Eremieva, M.D.Lynn Davis, M.D. Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Amy Irwin, M.D.
Northwest Family Care – Westside3875 W. Sunset Ave. Springdale, AR 72762479-751-9236
Northwest Family Care – Rogers1615B West Persimmon St. Rogers, AR 72756479-636-7192
Northwest Medical Plaza – Bentonville2900 Medical Center Parkway, Suite 220Bentonville, AR 72712479-553-2664
Northwest Family Medicine – Centerton101 Sun Meadow Dr. Centerton, AR 72719 479-795-0426
Northwest Family Medicine – Tuscany Square2603 W. Pleasant Grove Rd., Suite 109Rogers, AR 72758 479-636-4138
Northwest Medical Plaza – Eastside2158 Butterfield Coach Rd. Springdale, AR 72764 479-757-5026
Northwest Medical Plaza – Wedington3399 W. Black Forest Dr., Suite 2Fayetteville, AR 72704479-757-5056
Shawn Holcomb, D.O. Pearl Samuel, M.D.
Northwest Medical Plaza at Pinnacle2000 S. 42nd Street Suite 100Rogers, AR 72758479-273-9173
John Price, M.D.Internal Medicine
Garrett Sanford, M.D., F.A.C.C.
W. Michael Allen, M.D., F.A.C.C.
Jose Loyo, M.D., R.P.V.I., F.A.C.C., F.S.C.A.I.
Jamon Pruitt, M.D., F.A.C.C.
Northwest Breast Imaging Center at Willow Creek5501 Willow Creek Dr. Suite 103Springdale, AR 72762479-750-6660479-757-4135 to schedule your mammogram
First to offer 3D Mammographyin Northwest Arkansas.
Rebecca Aleck, D.O.Internal Medicine
CONVENIENT CARE LOCATION*
CONVENIENT CARE LOCATION*
CONVENIENT CARE LOCATION*
*Convenient Care locations are open Monday through Sunday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Whether it’s a simple stomachache or something more serious, you can trust these primary care and specialty care professionals with your family’s well-being. Partnered with Northwest Health System, they provide comprehensive care for residents of Northwest Arkansas,
with services ranging from annual wellness checkups to the management of chronic conditions.
Best Start Pediatric Clinic5501 Willow Creek Dr. Suite 104Springdale, AR 72762 479-575-9359
The Children’s Clinic at Springdale3057 Springdale Ave. Springdale, AR 72762 479-751-2522
The Children’s Clinic at Har-Ber Meadows6636 W. Sunset Ave. Springdale, AR 72762 479-306-4242
The Children’s Clinic at Bentonville2900 Medical Center Pkwy., Suite 380Bentonville, AR 72712479-553-3810
Northwest Orthopedics – Springdale601 W. Maple Ave. Suite 401Springdale, AR 72764 479-757-5052
Maternal-Fetal Medicine Center of Northwest Arkansas5501 Willow Creek Drive, Suite 202 Springdale, AR 72762 479-249-6905
J. Marcus Heim, D.O.
Northwest Pediatric Convenient Care3057 Springdale Ave.Springdale, AR 72762479-751-2522
April Durham, M.D.
Open weeknights from 3-11 p.m., and weekends from 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
The Orthopedic Center at Northwest601 W. Maple Ave. Suite 411Springdale, AR 72764 479-757-5354
Andrew Hamby, M.D.
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Northwest Center for Infectious Diseases2900 Medical Center Parkway, Suite 240A Bentonville, AR 72712 479-553-2121
Daniel Young, M.D.Mark Lee Stillwell, M.D., F.A.C.P.
F OR D O C TOR S YOU C A N DE PE N D ON , T RU ST NORT H W E ST.
Surgical Associates of Northwest2900 Medical Center Pkwy., Suite 300Bentonville, AR 72712 479-553-2250
Northwest Cardiology – Bentonville2900 Medical Center Pkwy., Suite 240BBentonville, AR 72712 479-553-2200Also serving Bella Vista, Siloam Springs and Springdale
Northwest Cardiology – Springdale601 West Maple Ave. Suite 703Springdale, AR 72764 479-750-2203
Northwest Senior Health –Sugar Creek1102 NW Lowes Ave. Suite 4Bentonville, AR 72712 479-553-2470
Philip Cedeno, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Marc Rogers, M.D.
General Surgery
Northwest Senior Health – Schmieding2422 N. Thompson Suite A Springdale, AR 72764479-750-6566
Northwest Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine601 W. Maple Ave. Suite 101 Springdale, AR 72764 479-757-4720
Northwest Gastroenterology – Bentonville2900 Medical Center Pkwy., Suite 300Bentonville, AR 72712 479-553-2250
Allan Weston, M.D.
Northwest Gastroenterology – Springdale601 West Maple Ave., Suite 213Springdale, AR 72764 479-757-8150
Ranga Balasekaran, M.D., F.A.C.G.
Infectious Diseases
Northwest Primary Care – Centerton331 Commercial St. Centerton, AR 72719 479-795-2167
Ronny G. Phipps, M.D.
Northwest Primary Care – Har-Ber Meadows6636 W. Sunset Ave., Suite A Springdale, AR 72762 479-361-4631
Jeffrey Bearden, M.D.
Northwest Medical Plaza – Springdale4077 Elm Springs Rd., Suite 105 Springdale, AR 72762479-927-2100
Anna Eremieva, M.D.Lynn Davis, M.D. Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Amy Irwin, M.D.
Northwest Family Care – Westside3875 W. Sunset Ave. Springdale, AR 72762479-751-9236
Northwest Family Care – Rogers1615B West Persimmon St. Rogers, AR 72756479-636-7192
Northwest Medical Plaza – Bentonville2900 Medical Center Parkway, Suite 220Bentonville, AR 72712479-553-2664
Northwest Family Medicine – Centerton101 Sun Meadow Dr. Centerton, AR 72719 479-795-0426
Northwest Family Medicine – Tuscany Square2603 W. Pleasant Grove Rd., Suite 109Rogers, AR 72758 479-636-4138
Northwest Medical Plaza – Eastside2158 Butterfield Coach Rd. Springdale, AR 72764 479-757-5026
Northwest Medical Plaza – Wedington3399 W. Black Forest Dr., Suite 2Fayetteville, AR 72704479-757-5056
Shawn Holcomb, D.O. Pearl Samuel, M.D.
Northwest Medical Plaza at Pinnacle2000 S. 42nd Street Suite 100Rogers, AR 72758479-273-9173
John Price, M.D.Internal Medicine
Garrett Sanford, M.D., F.A.C.C.
W. Michael Allen, M.D., F.A.C.C.
Jose Loyo, M.D., R.P.V.I., F.A.C.C., F.S.C.A.I.
Jamon Pruitt, M.D., F.A.C.C.
Northwest Breast Imaging Center at Willow Creek5501 Willow Creek Dr. Suite 103Springdale, AR 72762479-750-6660479-757-4135 to schedule your mammogram
First to offer 3D Mammographyin Northwest Arkansas.
Rebecca Aleck, D.O.Internal Medicine
CONVENIENT CARE LOCATION*
CONVENIENT CARE LOCATION*
CONVENIENT CARE LOCATION*
*Convenient Care locations are open Monday through Sunday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Whether it’s a simple stomachache or something more serious, you can trust these primary care and specialty care professionals with your family’s well-being. Partnered with Northwest Health System, they provide comprehensive care for residents of Northwest Arkansas,
with services ranging from annual wellness checkups to the management of chronic conditions.
Best Start Pediatric Clinic5501 Willow Creek Dr. Suite 104Springdale, AR 72762 479-575-9359
The Children’s Clinic at Springdale3057 Springdale Ave. Springdale, AR 72762 479-751-2522
The Children’s Clinic at Har-Ber Meadows6636 W. Sunset Ave. Springdale, AR 72762 479-306-4242
The Children’s Clinic at Bentonville2900 Medical Center Pkwy., Suite 380Bentonville, AR 72712479-553-3810
Northwest Orthopedics – Springdale601 W. Maple Ave. Suite 401Springdale, AR 72764 479-757-5052
Maternal-Fetal Medicine Center of Northwest Arkansas5501 Willow Creek Drive, Suite 202 Springdale, AR 72762 479-249-6905
J. Marcus Heim, D.O.
Northwest Pediatric Convenient Care3057 Springdale Ave.Springdale, AR 72762479-751-2522
April Durham, M.D.
Open weeknights from 3-11 p.m., and weekends from 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
The Orthopedic Center at Northwest601 W. Maple Ave. Suite 411Springdale, AR 72764 479-757-5354
Andrew Hamby, M.D.
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3 PICKING YOUR PERFECT OIL
Massage therapy may seem like a luxury, but it o� ers signifi cant health benefi ts. Learn how to incorporate massage at home.
Massage M� esTO TRY TODAY
Cramped FEETTake a tennis ball or frozen plastic water bottle and roll it under your foot to relieve any built-up tension from the day.
Tight BACK Lie down and place a tennis ball directly under the problem area along your back. Hold the position until tension releases. Remember to breathe deeply.
Stiff NECK Find a tight spot in your neck. Hold your fi ngers together and move them in a circular motion along the bottom of the neck toward the shoulder. Work on releasing the tension that may have worked itself into a knot.
For chronic issues, such as back pain, depression and certain types of cancer, consider visiting a trained massage therapist. Massages may help reduce pain and depression, possibly even boosting serotonin, according to the American Massage Therapy Association.
Not all cooking oils are created equal. Learn which oil to use when for best results.
Every cooking oil has a smoke point, the temperature when an oil begins to break down and starts to smoke, leaving you with a smoky kitchen and burnt-tasting food.
Oils with lower smoke points usually have more intense fl avor.
Oils with high smoke points work great for high-heat cooking but may not taste great on their own.
Review this list of commonly used oils to fi nd what’s right for your dish.
EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
Smoke point: 320° F
Use it for: salad dressings, drizzling for fl avor, sautés
COCONUT OIL
Smoke point: 350° F
Use it for: baking, sautés, margarine/butter replacement on toast or bread
CANOLA OIL
Smoke point: 400° F
Use it for: all kinds of cooking, including frying, deep-frying, sautés
PEANUT OIL
Smoke point: 440° F
Use it for: stir-frying, searing meat, roasting, grilling
Peanut oil is cholesterol free and low in saturated fats.
Coconut oil can help raise your HDL (or “good”) cholesterol levels.
Olive oil can help lower your risk for heart attack.
Canola oil is high in omega-3 fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid.
Health tip:
Trying these three massage
techniques can help improve how
your body feels at the end of the day — especially
if exercise or work puts your
body through the wringer. Plus, it’s
free of charge. Learn these simple massage moves to
get the ball rolling.
EVERYDAY WELLNESS
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In the event of a stroke, where you receive care may be just as important as when.
The Primary DIFFERENCEStrokes are medical emergencies that require prompt evaluation and treatment. Some hospitals have received designation as Primary Stroke Centers because they are especially qualifi ed to treat stroke patients and work to follow established best practices and protocols. These best practices include:
• having dedicated stroke teams available 24 hours a day
• examining a suspected stroke patient within 15 minutes of their arrival and ordering an imaging test — usually a computed tomography scan of the head
• completing the imaging scan within 25 minutes of the physician’s request and using it to decide what type of treatment is needed
These streamlined processes ensure people with stroke receive treatment as quickly as possible. This is important for two reasons. First, the longer brain tissue is deprived of
oxygen-rich blood, the greater the chance for serious, long-term complications. Second, intravenous tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) — the only FDA-approved medical treatment for strokes caused by a blood clot — must be administered within 3 to 4.5 hours of symptom onset. Primary Stroke Centers use standardized, documented practices that are supported by scientifi c evidence to provide the best possible results.
A CERTIFIED APPROACHThe American Heart Association/American Stroke Association and The Joint Commission partner to award Primary Stroke Center certifi cation to hospitals around the country that have met a specifi c set of criteria designed to improve stroke outcomes. These standards are based on recommendations from the Brain Attack Coalition.
During every hour stroke treatment is delayed, the brain loses the same number of brain cells lost during 3.6 years of normal aging, according to the American Stroke Association.
FAST FACT
PREVENTION
When stroke strikes, we are here to help. Learn about our emergency services at 4healthier.me/NWHS-ER.
KNOW THE SIGNS“If you know the warning signs of stroke and control stroke’s risk factors, you can lower your risk of death or disability,” says Chaitanya Bonda, M.D., board-certified neurologist and member of the medical staff at Northwest Health System.
WARNING SIGNS OF STROKE: • facial droop
• difficulty expressing oneself or speaking coherently
• weakness of an arm or leg on one side of the body
RISK FACTORS: • hypertension
• high cholesterol
• diabetes
• smoking
Dr. Bonda is accepting new patients. For an appointment, call (479) 250-3022.
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ng-t
erm
st
rate
gy. R
egul
ar e
xerc
ise
incr
ease
s jo
int fl
exi
bilit
y an
d st
reng
then
s th
e m
uscl
es th
at s
uppo
rt th
e jo
int.
Bala
nce
your
act
ivity
ev
ery
day
with
per
iods
of
rest
. Ant
i-infl
am
mat
ory
pain
relie
vers
can
hel
p ex
erci
se fe
el m
ore
com
fort
able
. Stic
k w
ith
wat
er e
xerc
ises
and
re
sist
ance
ban
ds, w
hich
ar
e ea
sier
on
join
ts.
Arthritis
PREV
ENTI
ON
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ShinglesRISK
FAC
TORS
: Shi
ngle
s ca
n de
velo
p at
any
age
, but
es
peci
ally
afte
r 50.
Any
one
who
ha
s ha
d ch
icke
npox
has
the
viru
s th
at c
ause
s sh
ingl
es, a
nd
one
in th
ree
peop
le w
ith th
e vi
rus
will
dev
elop
shi
ngle
s.
TREA
TMEN
T: If
you
deve
lop
shin
gles
, you
r pri
mar
y ca
re
prov
ider
may
pre
scri
be a
n an
tivira
l med
icin
e to
sho
rten
th
e du
ratio
n an
d in
tens
ity
of th
e ill
ness
. Thi
s m
edic
ine
shou
ld b
e ta
ken
as s
oon
as
poss
ible
afte
r sym
ptom
s ap
pear
, whi
ch in
clud
e a
tingl
ing
or it
chin
g se
nsat
ion
on th
e ba
ck o
r che
st fo
llow
ed
by a
pai
nful
, blis
teri
ng ra
sh.
PREV
ENTI
ON: V
acci
natio
n is
the
only
pro
ven
met
hod
for p
reve
ntin
g sh
ingl
es. T
he
Cent
ers
for D
isea
se C
ontr
ol
and
Prev
entio
n re
com
men
ds
the
vacc
ine
for a
dults
beg
inni
ng
at a
ge 6
0, b
ut it
is a
ppro
ved
for
use
as yo
ung
as 5
0. A
sk yo
ur
prim
ary
care
doc
tor a
bout
the
bene
fi ts
of g
ettin
g va
ccin
ated
.
RISK
FAC
TORS
: Div
ertic
uliti
s be
gins
as
dive
rtic
ulos
is —
a
cond
ition
in w
hich
sm
all
pouc
hes
bulg
e ou
t thr
ough
th
e la
rge
inte
stin
e.
Dive
rtic
uliti
s oc
curs
whe
n th
e po
uche
s be
com
e in
fl am
ed o
r inf
ecte
d. R
isk
fact
ors
incl
ude
a lo
w-fi
ber
di
et, o
besi
ty a
nd a
sed
enta
ry
lifes
tyle
.
TREA
TMEN
T:
Stom
ach
pain
, es
peci
ally
on
the
left
side
, is
the
prim
ary
sym
ptom
. M
ost c
ases
can
be
trea
ted
with
an
tibio
tics
and
a liq
uid
diet
.
Dive
rticu
litis
80%
Ever
y 40
seco
nds s
omeo
ne
su� e
rs a
stro
ke in
the
Unite
d
Stat
es. 8
0 pe
rcen
t of s
troke
s
are
prev
enta
ble
if lif
esty
le
risk
fact
ors a
re ch
ange
d,
acco
rdin
g to
the
Am
eric
an
Stro
ke A
ssoc
iatio
n.
RISK
FAC
TORS
: If y
ou h
ave
high
cho
lest
erol
, hi
gh b
lood
pre
ssur
e or
dia
bete
s, yo
u’re
at
risk
for s
trok
e. T
hese
con
ditio
ns la
rgel
y be
gin
with
life
styl
e fa
ctor
s, e
spec
ially
the
“big
th
ree”
of p
oor d
iet,
low
phy
sica
l act
ivity
and
sm
okin
g.
TREA
TMEN
T: S
trok
e is
a li
fe-t
hrea
teni
ng
cond
ition
that
requ
ires
emer
genc
y tr
eatm
ent.
If yo
u ex
peri
ence
a s
udde
n dr
oopi
ng in
the
face
, wea
knes
s on
one
sid
e of
the
body
, sl
urre
d sp
eech
or d
iffi c
ulty
und
erst
andi
ng
othe
rs, l
oss
of c
oord
inat
ion,
or s
ever
e he
adac
he, c
all 9
11 im
med
iate
ly.
PREV
ENTI
ON: T
o ge
t sta
rted
, com
mit
to
one
chan
ge fo
r eac
h of
the
“big
thre
e”
lifes
tyle
fact
ors.
For
exa
mpl
e, re
plac
e re
d m
eat w
ith b
aked
fi sh
for o
ne m
eal e
ach
wee
k. B
ike
to a
nea
rby
park
thre
e da
ys a
w
eek
duri
ng yo
ur lu
nch
brea
k. R
emov
e lig
hter
s fr
om yo
ur o
ffi ce
and
car
to p
reve
nt
stre
ss s
mok
ing
at w
ork.
Stro
ke
PREV
ENTI
ON:
The
U.S
. Dep
artm
ent o
f Agr
icul
ture
re
com
men
ds 1
4 gr
ams
of fi
ber f
or e
very
1,
000
calo
ries
you
take
in. O
n av
erag
e,
that
’s 3
8 gr
ams
for m
en a
nd 2
5 gr
ams
for w
omen
. Wom
en c
an h
it th
eir t
arge
t by
eatin
g a
bana
na (3
.1 g
ram
s) a
t bre
akfa
st,
an a
pple
(4.4
gra
ms)
at l
unch
, a h
andf
ul
of a
lmon
ds (4
.3 g
ram
s) in
the
afte
rnoo
n,
and
half
a cu
p of
bla
ck b
eans
(14
gram
s)
at d
inne
r.
1 in 3
Ro
ughl
y on
e-th
ird o
f
adul
ts h
ave
dive
rticu
losi
s
by a
ge 6
0, a
ccor
ding
to
the
Am
eric
an S
ocie
ty
of C
olon
and
Rec
tal
Surg
eons
.
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