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Alternative treatment centresDid you know that there are a number of local treatment centres in the area which you can use instead of your GP Constipation This is a common problem as we get older, since we do not eat so much, nor do we take as much exercise. Head Lice Do you remember the nit nurse who came to school regularly and pulled your hair about? CoughsCoughing is the body's way of removing mucus and dust from the lungs. Glue earThis is a very common condition usually in children, although some adults have been known to have glue ear. MumpsMumps is infectious from two or three days before the swelling appears until eight or ten days after that date. BurnsBurns and scalds require immediate attention. |
Healthy bowels Today, cancer of the bowel is responsible for thousands of premature deaths a year. The role of diet in maintaining healthy bowels is indisputable and every year, it appears that more and more is understood about the development of disease in the lower end of the gut. Healthy eating Healthy Eating is all about getting the balance right. That is, the balance between all the different nutrients that exist in food and drinks. Osteoporosis and diet Bone is a complicated structure consisting of minerals, vitamins and protein. The main mineral is calcium. There is over 1Kg of calcium present in the body, but 99% of this is found in the bones. Weight loss The risks of being overweight are many, ranging from painful feet and knees to coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes and cancer. The vast majority of people who are overweight would like to weigh less, but we know that instead of the incidence of overweight and obesity decreasing, it is in fact increasing. Healthy heart It is well recognised and accepted that there are many 'risk factors' for heart disease, many of which are lifestyle risk factors. |
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