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Contents

Brain and Heart
1. Reducing your risk of stroke and heart attack 3
2. Exercising for a healthy heart 4
3. Choosing a home blood pressure unit 5
4. Staying mentally sharp 6
Digestive and Urinary Tracts
5. Avoiding heartburn 7
6. Preventing excess gas 8
7. Preventing constipation 9
8. Managing mild diarrhea 10
9. Dealing with stress incontinence 10
Bones and Joints
10. Preventing osteoporosis 11
11. Treating back pain at home 12
12. Living with arthritis: Assistive devices 13
Skin and Hair
13. Spotting skin cancer 14
14. Guarding against dry skin 15
15. Controlling dandruff 15
Eyes and Ears
16. Ensuring proper lighting 16
17. Protecting your eyes from the sun 17
18. Preventing noise-induced hearing loss 18
19. Choosing the right hearing aids 18
Nose, Throat and Mouth
20. Relieving seasonal allergies 19
21. Soothing minor sore throat pain 20
22. Battling bad breath 21
23. Choosing toothpaste and mouthwash 22
Legs and Feet
24. Controlling painful leg cramps 23
25. Self-care tips for varicose veins 23
26. Shopping for shoes 24
27. Staying ahead of athlete’s foot 25

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