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Dr. Cynthia D. Haines, M.D.

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Chocolate May Offer Sweet Blood Pressure Benefits

You know the drill around Valentine's Day: Unwrap the box of chocolates and hope that the package contains a little map for picking out your favorites. Otherwise, you're on your own as you nibble around, hoping for crunchy nuts and NOT nougat (or the complete opposite, depending on your preference). What you might also find as you sample your gift... Read more Chevron

posted 02/14/2011, comments (0)|

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ladyisis

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Well, It's Been A Year, Worked Hard And Great Results

I was diagnosed last year 2008 with high cholesterol and blood pressure. I was about 20 pounds over-weight also. I have made significant break-throughs through a dietician and exercise. I was put on a regimen (I call it a new way of eating) and it has significantly reduced my cholesterol and blood pressure. I have also... Read more Chevron

posted 01/07/2009, comments (4)|

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Heather Reese

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Weighing In: How do I lose weight on a budget?

Question: I need to lose weight but I’m on a tight budget. "Diet" food is rather expensive and I just don’t have the luxury of buying myself "special" food when I have to feed my family on my limited income. I am very frustrated and worried because it’s not just a vanity issue, it’s a health issue. What... Read more Chevron

posted 04/07/2008, comments (0)|

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Working Hard in 2008 Towards Dieting and Exercise

I went to see my doctor yesterday and he told me I had high cholesterol and high blood pressure. He told me I needed to lose weight and exercise more. I had fracture my knee last year in May 2007 and I was only able to fully walk properly in December 2007. Because of this injury and being sedentary my bone density test dropped... Read more Chevron

posted 01/11/2008, comments (2)|

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