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What about hydration?

Posted by Charles Waisbren on March 17, 2024 at 7:03 AM

I don't really subscribe to the hydration theory. Your body tells you when you are thirsty and need hydration. When this is the case, drink.... any fluids will do.

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Be careful with what is out there.

Posted by Charles Waisbren on March 01, 2024 at 12:39 PM

Fresh, non-processed foods are the way to go. Thank goodness spring is coming and the vegetable stands will be opening up again. In addition, fishing season will soon be upon us....

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Waking up with a sore throat

Posted by Charles Waisbren on February 23, 2024 at 12:32 PM

Persistent AM sore throats are usually due to a dry bedroom and a dry mouth. I favor keeping a window open in the bedroom and water by my bed. My wife consistently complains about the former....

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Excess sugar intake: Probably not a great idea

Posted by Charles Waisbren on February 18, 2024 at 6:22 PM

Eating a fair amount of sugar every day is not so great for your health.

Once you start, the cravings get worse.

You really need to watch out for excessive sugar intake.

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The agony of low back pain

Posted by Charles Waisbren on February 09, 2024 at 12:02 PM

Strengthening your core is the main emphasis here. There are a million core exercises on-line. When the back gets problematic enough, you will have to succumb to doing them...

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Sinus pain is no fun

Posted by Charles Waisbren on February 01, 2024 at 5:02 PM

Sinus pain is not fun: Hot baths (dip your poor sinuses under the water), decongestants, sinus rinses and Tylenol or Advil can all help. If sinus pain persists, you might need to see me....

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How to boost your energy

Posted by Charles Waisbren on January 26, 2024 at 3:13 PM

I vote for plenty of sleep, exercise and limiting carbohydrate consumption.

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Rapid Weight Loss

Posted by Charles Waisbren on January 20, 2024 at 7:14 AM

A big, rapid restriction of intake does induce rapid weight loss. In fact, by eliminating carbohydrates, hunger actually goes down. I favor rapid weight loss: either by eliminating carbohydrates or the use of the new GLP medications which are now FDA approved for weight loss.

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Dry January

Posted by Charles Waisbren on January 14, 2024 at 7:54 AM

.......probably a good idea but I am not really ready to take the plunge.

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