The nicotine patch: is it right for you?
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Smokers who wish to break the smoking habit can ask their doctors to give them a prescription of nicotine patch. The patch is a tiny, 24-hour adhesive bandage that is attached anywhere on the upper body and provides nicotine through the skin into the bloodstream. Using nicotine patch simultaneous with attending counselling session is the most effective way to quit smoking. However, using the patch may pose health hazards such as nicotine poisoning and in extreme cases, death.
Publication Name: Women in Business
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0043-7441
Year: 1993
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Eating right for a lifetime
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Women are advised to follow a few basic guides to achieve a healthy diet. A high-fiber, low-fat diet consisting largely of fruits and vegetables is recommended. Iron and calcium are identified as the most critical nutrients for women to monitor. Lack of iron can lead to anemia and cause fatigue and headaches. Proper planning of the diet is considered essential to make an eating program work.
Publication Name: Women in Business
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0043-7441
Year: 1993
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Hey, sugar sugar
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A growing number of people are developing insulin resistance. Those who suffer from this condition have excess insulin in their blood and are more susceptible to cancer and stroke. Obesity, advancing age and ethnic background are among the risk factors associated with the condition.
Publication Name: Chatelaine
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0009-1995
Year: 1999
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