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Leslie Lafayette

California writer, educator, survivor of open heart valve surgery

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Exercising for Your Heart

I apologize for being absent the last few weeks. About six weeks ago, I was in the car ready to head out for a nice drive in the Sierras with friends and my dogs. We had a picnic lunch packed and even some wine from a local vineyard. And then, the oleanders at the other side of my front lawn attracted my attention. "Wait just a minute," I... Read more Chevron

posted 09/08/2011, comments (0)|

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Can Antidepressants Cause Birth Defects?

A study in the 2007 New England Journal of Medicine does link some Selective Serotonin Re-Uptake Inhibitors (SSRI's) and neural tube defects; however, the study did not separate Fetal Anencephaly from Spina Bifida. The conclusions drawn from the study by attorneys have been questioned and refuted by many medical professionals. More reputable study... Read more Chevron

posted 08/23/2011, comments (2)|

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Easing the pain of arthritic conditions

Easing the pain of arthritic conditions Osteoarthritis, a degeneration of the joints, has become so common in America that we have come to expect aches, pains, and stiff joints as par for the natural course of aging. The Arthritis Foundation reports that 46 million Americans suffer from arthritis and estimates that by 2030, 67 million will be... Read more Chevron

posted 08/03/2011, comments (0)|

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HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I need help. My mom stopped having faith in me when it comes to my goals. The theropist I had in high school told my mom that with out free time that I won't be able to do my best. The last time I wasn't given time to my self I got addicted to Klonopin and almost ODed, also I was only able to get a 2.0 gpa my jr year. Now I have a summer... Read more Chevron

posted 07/20/2011, comments (2)|

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Eating after 6pm

I have noticed thoughout the past several weeks, that NOT eating after 6pm decreased my weight by about 5 pounds per week. I only drank water after 6pm and had my last meal (supper) at 5:30pm. Hope it works for all who want to lose weight fast!

posted 07/19/2011, comments (4)|

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