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What to Do—and Not Do—When
A Loved One Has Diabetes
By Hillary M. Wright, M.Ed., R.D.
Diabetes afflicts more than 18 million Americans. Managing diabetes means keeping blood sugar levels in control, or face serious consequences, such as heart attack, stroke or kidney failure. Research shows that family support—from a spouse or significant other—is one of the strongest predictors of how well people manage their disease. EN takes a look at how to provide that support.
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Add a Multi for Multiple Benefits; EN Helps You Make the Best Choice
By Linda Antinoro, J.D., R.D.
Taking a multivitamin /mineral supplement is often likened to having an insurance policy—a way to fill nutrition gaps in your diet. Yet the evidence is mounting that multis mean much more to health. EN looks at the research linking multivitamin/mineral use to optimal health plus helps sort through the myriad of multis to find the right one for you.
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Protect Against Broken Bones With Diet, Supplements, Exercise
By Hillary Wright, M.Ed., R.D., L.D.
Broken bones are a serious health concern in older people. Fractures, a fancy name for broken bones, can cause chronic pain and long-term disability; for many people, a broken hip proves fatal. Defending bones from breaking calls for two strategies: strengthening bones and reducing the risk of falling. Check out EN’s fracture-prevention plan
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