What every woman should know about hormone replacement therapy
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The traditional medical prescription for women, after menopause, has been estrogen, or perhaps estrogen combined with progestin. This was designed to prevent diseases associated with aging, but new research finds estrogen largely ineffective for this purpose. .
Publication Name: New Choices: The Magazine for Your Health, Money & Travel
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1085-1003
Year: 2001
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The heart quiz that could save your life
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Ten questions and answers, dealing with some of the latest heart disease research, are presented. The effects on the heart of flu shots, diabetes, cholesterol levels, vitamin E, and depression are among the topics discussed.
Publication Name: New Choices: The Magazine for Your Health, Money & Travel
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1085-1003
Year: 2001
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How to build better bones
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Women are often concerned about the loss of bone density as they age, but there are indications that a healthy lifestyle can be beneficial for bones. Exercise, and dietary calcium are among the discussed recommendations.
Publication Name: New Choices: The Magazine for Your Health, Money & Travel
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1085-1003
Year: 2001
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