Ageing, Healthy, and in Control: An Alternative Approach to Maintaining the Health of Older People |
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... period , it can lead to cirrhosis , the fatal inflammation of the liver . Large quantities of alcohol can lead to the degeneration of the central nervous system , and damage the nerve cells in the brain , affecting memory and ...
... period , it can lead to cirrhosis , the fatal inflammation of the liver . Large quantities of alcohol can lead to the degeneration of the central nervous system , and damage the nerve cells in the brain , affecting memory and ...
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... period immediately following retirement , often arising from a lack of interest in life itself . The link between happiness and health is particularly strong for older people . The greatest happiness arises from marriage , and other ...
... period immediately following retirement , often arising from a lack of interest in life itself . The link between happiness and health is particularly strong for older people . The greatest happiness arises from marriage , and other ...
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... period , with more varied consequences . The delayed reaction of food intolerance , combined with the fact that the offending food is often part of staple diet , can prevent direct connections between food and illness being made . The ...
... period , with more varied consequences . The delayed reaction of food intolerance , combined with the fact that the offending food is often part of staple diet , can prevent direct connections between food and illness being made . The ...
Contents
reasserting personal control | 64 |
combating loneliness | 82 |
Diet and nutrition | 98 |
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