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health beat Manage Menopause Yes, menopause is inevitable and there’s nothing you can do to “cure” it. but you do have the power to ease your symptoms. You and your healthcare provider can work together to help you feel your best: 3 ways to … perk up! it’s not so bad 1 4 | SUMMeR 2011 Is your morning coffee a guilty pleasure? actually, drinking coffee probably does you more good than harm. Some research has connected coffee to a lower risk for type 2 diabetes, Parkinson’s and alzheimer’s diseases, gallstones and colon cancer, according to the american Dietetic association. (anxiety, insomnia or digestive problems are clues that you probably need to cut back on caffeine.) Of course, not all coffee drinks are created equal. a 16-ounce flavored latte at your corner coffee shop comes with 250 calories and 6 grams of fat (if it’s made with 2 percent milk). a tablespoon of half-and-half in regular coffee adds 20 calories, while the same amount of nonfat milk only has five. a tablespoon of sugar has t to log about 45 calories. e printable char r an easy-to-us Fo lieve s and how to re to keep your brew your symptom rolina w.CentralCa beneficial, minimize them, go to ww ealth and click the “H Hospital.com the unhealthy mix-ins. teractive b, “In Resources” ta ptom ols,” then “sym to cker.” Che Target specific symptoms. For hot flashes, dress in easy-to-remove layers, day and night. Use over-the-counter products to ease vaginal dryness. to fight thinning hair, avoid harsh chemicals and sunlight, which dry your locks. Stay active. Regular physical activity promotes better sleep and makes a dent in mood swings. Losing weight may help relieve hot flashes, according to the National Women’s Health Information Center. 2 3 Consider medications. ask your doctor whether the benefits of menopausal hormone therapy outweigh the risks for you. She or he can also explore medications (intended to treat other conditions) to help with hot flashes. FREE symptom tracker http://www.centralcarolinahospital.com http://www.centralcarolinahospital.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Central Carolina HEALTH - Summer 2011

Central Carolina Health - Summer 2011
Table of Contents
Healthbeat
Fit for Life
Help When They're Hurting
Health Smart
Q+A
Women and Stroke

Central Carolina HEALTH - Summer 2011