Ageing, Healthy, and in Control: An Alternative Approach to Maintaining the Health of Older People |
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... organs , and for the metabolic balance of the whole organism . Their value probably increases with age , and whilst a balanced diet should supply adequate quantities , several studies have found that the diets of older people are often ...
... organs , and for the metabolic balance of the whole organism . Their value probably increases with age , and whilst a balanced diet should supply adequate quantities , several studies have found that the diets of older people are often ...
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... organs , providing the 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 ...
... organs , providing the 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 ...
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... organs that belong to that particular zone . Reflexologists are able to detect blocked channels , and identify the organs , or related parts of the body , that are not functioning properly . These ' blocks ' can be located by special ...
... organs that belong to that particular zone . Reflexologists are able to detect blocked channels , and identify the organs , or related parts of the body , that are not functioning properly . These ' blocks ' can be located by special ...
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Nature and the importance of good health in old age | 1 |
expectations of health in old age | 8 |
the medicalization of old age | 23 |
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