Ageing, Healthy, and in Control: An Alternative Approach to Maintaining the Health of Older People |
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Page 147
... means that the abdominal organs hang downwards in an unnatural way , causing problems such as hernia , piles , constipation and varicose veins . Osteopathic success is based on its wider appreciation of the principles of body mechanics ...
... means that the abdominal organs hang downwards in an unnatural way , causing problems such as hernia , piles , constipation and varicose veins . Osteopathic success is based on its wider appreciation of the principles of body mechanics ...
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... means by which chi passes , leading either to health or ill health . There are 12 basic meridians related to the major organs or functions to which they are associated . Six are predominantly yin : heart , heart protector , spleen ...
... means by which chi passes , leading either to health or ill health . There are 12 basic meridians related to the major organs or functions to which they are associated . Six are predominantly yin : heart , heart protector , spleen ...
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... means that benefits disappear immed- iately . They cause many side - effects : antiarrhythmics cause dizziness and vision problems ; anticoagulants cause bleeding and bruising ; antihypertensives cause constipation , headaches ...
... means that benefits disappear immed- iately . They cause many side - effects : antiarrhythmics cause dizziness and vision problems ; anticoagulants cause bleeding and bruising ; antihypertensives cause constipation , headaches ...
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reasserting personal control | 64 |
combating loneliness | 82 |
Diet and nutrition | 98 |
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