–Letter from Marilyn — December 2007

– In the News: recent progress in the world of health

• Brushing and flossing your teeth could save you from a heart attack
• Lack of sleep linked to an increased risk of heart disease
• Nuts and oily fish cut risk of childhood diabetes
• Pesticides can double the risk of asthma
• Diet linked to bad behaviour
• Grain and able

— Alternative treatments for menopause symptoms

— Eating for Immunity

— Quick Tip: Brain booster

— What you should or should not be eating at 40+

• Specific nutrients through different stages of life

— Five easy steps to better bone health

— Beat the boxing day bloat

• Smart ways to beat it

— The true power of good nutrition — Case study, December 2007

• Trying to lose weight

— Fat-proof festive eating

• How to keep weight off and be healthy

— Quick tip: don’t eat the decorations

— Your winter energy make over

• Add some zest back into your life

— Banish dry skin

• Help your skin over the winter

— Quick Tip: DIY avocado facial

– Ask Marilyn:

• Star Question: the blood type diet?
• Fish oils for a heart attack?
• Do we really need to take supplements every day?

— Ingredient spotlight:

• Tofu — carries with it a number of health benefits

— Monthly Meal Idea:

• Tofu bake

— Coming Next Month (January 2008)

Although many women find the alternative treatments below helpful for easing symptoms of menopause, more research is required to fully understand their mechanism of action and effectiveness. However, in my opinion when used properly, they can prove extremely helpful.

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The kids are screaming; the lights are red; you’re running late or the cash point swallows your card. The following alternative therapies can all offer on the spot stress relief when other options aren’t available:

• Hand reflexology: Reflexologists believe that massaging key points in your hand can ease stress and tension. Try pinching the area between your thumb and  …

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