HEALTH TIPS

Avoid excessive heat.
                It can have a severe impact on the health of many elderly persons. Staying indoors in air conditioned settings, not overexerting yourself and drinking plenty of liquids, unless restricted by your doctor, is advisable.

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         TIPS TO AVOID OVER EATING

                  Slow down, chew with purpose: Take at least 20 minutes to consume a meal. Taking longer to eat will make you feel as though you are eating more. Enjoy the conversation and companionship.

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         THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO

               While we fret about the most complex and controversial aspects of our health care, don't forget to do these basic things that will definitely help your health.

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         LOW - FAT EATING

             Here are some specific tips on eating a low-fat diet. Remember it’s not as hard as it seems. For more on this topic, check out the section on Cholesterol in the HeartPoint Gallery.

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         TIPS FOR EATING OUT

               Many patients have found themselves very capable of eating properly at home but quickly fall into old habits when it's time to eat out. During the past 10 years or so, however, restaurants have become more aware that many of their patrons are on restricted diets.

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         MEDICATION TIPS

                 Know the name of your medications. Write down a list of your medications, with their dose and frequency. This can be used as a reminder, and can be utilized if you're unable to tell medical personnel in the case of an emergency.

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         GOING TO THE DOCTOR

                 Yes, it's not that hard, but here are some things that patients forget to do that make their visit to the doctor less satisfying and successful.

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         WORDS TO GET WELL WITH

                 Fall seven times, stand up eight. Japanese proverb. Angels can fly because they take themselves lightly. G.K. Chesterton When pain strikes, we often ask the wrong questions, such as, Why me? The right questions are, What can I learn from this? What can I do about it?

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