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Weepy eyes
Hello Diana, I have a problem with weepy eyes. My eyes water a lot, particularly in the winter time. Can I do anything to stop this happening or is it just another sign of ageing? Barbara, it happens to me too! Watery eyes can affect anyone, but it’s most common in young babies and peopleContinue reading “Weepy eyes”
Life is like riding a bicycle
That great US Statesman Claude Pepper once said, “Life is like riding a bicycle. You don’t fall off unless you plan to stop pedaling.” Well, I don’t plan to stop pedaling any time soon and last week something rather exciting happened to me. As a mature woman I took possession of a new bike…possibly onlyContinue reading “Life is like riding a bicycle”
How to safely get up from the floor
Dear Diana I am in my 60’s and trying hard to maintain my physical fitness. However, I’m a bit overweight and not as supple as I’d like to be. My problem is getting up after doing my floor exercises. Have you any tips to make it easier? Janet Evans …Bournemouth Oh Janet, you are notContinue reading “How to safely get up from the floor”
ANXIETY
I don’t think there can be many of us who aren’t experiencing some degree of anxiety at this time of the year. Anxiety is a surge of feelings of worry, nervousness, or unease about something we’re unsure of or that is out of our control. Or can also be a strong desire, an eagerness toContinue reading “ANXIETY”
Backs
The muscles of your back are the largest muscle group in your body and having strong upper back muscles is imperative to performing well. A strong back allows us to do daily tasks, such as house and garden chores and enables us to lift heavy objects. Strong muscles help to prevent injury during sports, especiallyContinue reading “Backs”
Coping with the pain of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis. It’s a degenerative joint disease and a major cause of disability among older people. The likelihood of developing Osteoarthritis is between the ages of 45 and 75 years, with women more likely to be affected than men plus a higher risk if there is a family historyContinue reading “Coping with the pain of Osteoarthritis”
IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT
Diana I feel worried because I feel my heart fluttering and beating irregularly, and sometimes I can feel an extra or missed beat in my throat and neck. What causes this and should I be concerned? Angela Davies…York Palpitations may seem alarming Angela, but in most cases are harmless and not a sign of heartContinue reading “IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT”
Cholesterol
Hello Diana, I am in my late 50’s and following a recent health check-up was found to have a high level of cholesterol. Should I be concerned and how can I help myself lower my cholesterol level? Andrea Price….Swansea Hello Andrea Cholesterol, a fatty substance known as a lipid is mainly made by the liver,Continue reading “Cholesterol”
Wintertime Is No Excuse For Hibernation
Summer 2014 was just fabulous here in the UK but all too soon the inclement weather is once again upon us, so it’s time to prepare our bodies for the onslaught! Caring for our skin, particularly facial skin is vital during the winter, both men and women need protection from the extreme temperatures and over exposure to cold winds and rain. Indoors the heat and dryness of fires and central heating during the winter months are hard on our skin.