Want to Learn About Aromatherapy?
On Thursday, August 18 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m, join us for an Introduction to Aromatherapy. Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils from plants for their therapeutic properties. This class will explore the properties and chemical constituents that give us the help we need to maintain our health. The session will be lead by Eileen Kozak, RN, CMT, CA at the Lourdes Wellness Center in Collingswood. To learn more about the Wellness Center and their scheduled offerings,
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Introduction to Parish Nursing
The Spiritual Care Department at Lourdes Medical Center of Burlington County will offer its Parish Nursing Training on Saturday August 6 and Saturday August 13 from 12:00pm - 6:00pm. The concept of parish nursing is to work with congregations of all faiths to promote healthy lifestyles, address specific health concerns and provide information on available resources. The cost is $30 plus the cost of the $10 textbook. Lunch will be provided. For more information or to register, call (609) 835-2900 Ext. 4203 or
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JULY 2005
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Pedometers Can Help You Meet Your Fitness Goals
If you're having trouble starting--or sticking with--a regular exercise program, a pedometer may be the answer you've been looking for. In fact, more and more doctors and fitness experts are recommending using one. See why the pedometer may be the little fitness gadget that could ... help you get in shape.
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Plant-Based Diet Beats Out Typical Low-Fat Diet at Lowering Cholesterol
What will lower your cholesterol more: cutting back on saturated fat? Or eating lots of fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains? New research suggests that a plant-based diet has more cholesterol-lowering power than a low-fat diet. Learn how to introduce plant-based foods into your diet.
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Thwart Menstrual Migraines by Avoiding These Triggers
Women who suffer from migraines are thought to have very sensitive nervous systems. Common activities, such as sitting in a smoky room, can put them in agony for hours or days. But is there an association between a woman’s menstrual cycle and her chances of getting a migraine? Find out how a woman’s cycle can have an affect on developing migraines, and what can help.
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Beans May Curb Breast Cancer Risk
If you’ve “bean” searching for a new addition to your diet, take a look at lentils and beans. They may be small, but they offer many nutritional benefits. New research suggests these foods may also help lower the risk of breast cancer.
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Vitamins Help Older Adults Balance Diet
Are vitamin supplements necessary as you age? Or are they an unnecessary, and possibly harmful, expense? Evidence is building on the side of older adults adding vitamins to a healthy diet—at least a few essential ones.
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