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Your 40s 50s and 60s: control common problems the natural way

Marilyn — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 02:20:17 +0000

As we age we all become more vulnerable to certain health conditions, but there are plenty of natural ways to prevent them so you can live your life to the full. Whatever your age, the following natural well being plan will help you control some of the most common age-related problems.

Your 40s

Sleep problems

Sleeplessness is more likely to occur in your 40s when the hormonal changes of the menopause approach and this can increase your risk of stress, anxiety and fatigue. Along with a healthy diet and regular exercise studies have shown that a quality night’s sleep is essential for…

Boosting Your Immunity with Lifestyle Choices

Marilyn — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 02:50:47 +0000

With the season of colds and sniffles fast approaching natural ways to boost your immunity are especially relevant. Last month we took a look at how the food you eat can boost your immunity and this month we’ll take a look at some ways to boost your immunity with good sleep and exercise choices.

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Ask Marilyn: what can I do about worse PMS symptoms in the winter?

Marilyn — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 01:50:42 +0000

Q: My PMS always gets worse in the winter and I find it really hard to get up in the mornings. Why is this? What can I do about it?

A: Many women find that their symptoms of PMS get worse when the nights are longer and darker. This lack of warmth and light seems to make things worse because when you are exposed to plenty of bright light your body starts to produce serotonin which wakes you up and makes you feel more energetic and alert. Without enough serotonin you can end up feeling depressed and irritable, with food cravings and problems sleeping. Sounds a lot like PMS, doesn’t it?

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In the News: Sleep on it

Marilyn — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:10:05 +0000

According to new research presented recently at FENS, the Forum of European Neuroscience meeting in Geneva, Switzerland ‘Sleep on it’ really is good advice.

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In the News: At last, an excuse to nod off

Marilyn — Thu, 01 May 2008 04:20:00 +0000

The next time your boss takes you to task for napping on the job, tell him or her you are just trying to improve your job performance. It’s official, taking an afternoon nap is good for you and may even make you brainier.

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Ask Marilyn: help with menopausal sleeping problems?

Marilyn — Thu, 01 May 2008 01:30:00 +0000

Q: I’m going through the menopause and after being a sound sleeper all my life am now tossing and turning for hours. Any tips?

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The healing power of sleep

Marilyn — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 02:50:53 +0000

You probably already know how important healthy eating and keeping active are for your health and wellbeing but two out of three doesn’t get you there! Research has also shown how important a good night’s sleep is for good health. To maximise your chances of good health and performing at your peak both personally and professionally you need to sleep well.

The benefits of good sleeping habits are more than just old wives tales – they’re well documented. Deep, optimal sleep has been proven to provide countless benefits to daily life – including a strengthened immune system, increased memory, a trimmer waist line and improved reaction time.

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Ask Marilyn – Star Question: Night sweats & insomnia?

Marilyn — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 01:50:28 +0000

Q: I am 50 and went onto a daily supplement programme for 3 months following a health detective report (www.naturalhealthpractice.com). The night sweats and insomnia disappeared, I felt more rational than I had done for a while and in generally better health. The programme came to an end in December 2007.

I’m now on the keeping healthy programme (for over 40 yrs of age) and the night sweats and insomnia have returned to some degree. While I know from experience that while even small amounts of caffeine and alcohol do not help, if I avoid them completely the night sweats in particular can still occur. Is there anything from the daily supplement programme that I should go back to help with this, please? I would appreciate your advice.

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In the News: Sleep – not dieting – is the secret of weight loss for new mothers

Marilyn — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 04:20:02 +0000

New mothers who manage to get enough shut eye between feeds are more likely to get their figures back than those who are sleep deprived. The very latest research from Harvard Medical School and published in December 2007 in the American Journal of Epidemiology suggests that there may be a crucial link between sleep deprivation and inability to lose weight once the baby has arrived.

According to the researchers, an extra

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In the News: Afternoon naps can help lower your blood pressure

Marilyn — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 07:58:55 +0000

Not only are afternoon naps one of the best ways to fight fatigue recharge your batteries according to sleep experts, scientists have also discovered that a nap can help lower your blood pressure.

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