Great news! They lowered the recommended age for a screening colonoscopy from 50 down to 45. It really is a life saving screening test. If you are TOTALLY averse, then the Cologuard stool test is a reasonable alternative.
Read how to get ready for your colonoscopy:
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....
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....
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.
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...
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....
I vote for plenty of sleep, exercise and limiting carbohydrate consumption.
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.
.......probably a good idea but I am not really ready to take the plunge.
All true: Purple foods contain anthocyanins which help the immune system. They all taste great as well. Give them a try!
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