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New Device Makes it Possible to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally
When Jay Dirkx of El Paso, Texas was diagnosed with high blood pressure at the age of 35, it wasn’t a complete surprise. Though generally symptomless, his strong family history with the disease meant it was something he kept a close eye on — and something he was determined to keep in check. Mr. Dirkx made quick and lasting changes to his diet and exercise regimen. He also needed medication to bring his blood pressure numbers down. Yet he still struggled to keep his blood pressure under control. At the same time, as the number of prescriptions...
read moreCopeman Unlocks Formula for Excellent Health Outcomes
Imagine your very own dedicated healthcare team working with you to find ways to optimize your health. Now imagine that same team taking it one step further and collaborating together, looking for ways to maximize disease prevention, facilitate early detection and execute timely interventions. It is exactly this type of collaboration that has become the hallmark of Copeman Healthcare. “There is nothing quite like the peace of mind that comes from having several different care professionals working together on your chart,” says Chris...
read more2015 BMW i8 High Performance Plug-In Hybrid Sports 2+2
2015 BMW i8 High Performance Plug-In Hybrid Sports 2+2 by Tony Whitney Several manufacturers of high-end performance sports cars have hinted that they have electric or plug-in hybrid models in the pipeline, but BMW seems to be ahead of the pack with its stunning 2015 i8. The famed Bavarian car-builder already has a foot in the EV door with its i3 hatchback, which is now on sale and, like the i8, represents a new design philosophy for the company. BMW is no stranger to electric power having created what I thought at the time was a very...
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Reverse the Effects of Time and Gravity What causes our skin to lose elasticity? There are many reasons why our skin loses elasticity. Some of these include: aging, sun damage, weight loss, smoking, and food choices. Elasticity is the skin’s ability to stretch, then return to its original shape and tone. The loss of strength, tone and health of the skin and its underlying muscles results in the loss of elasticity in the skin. Our skin is very susceptible to signs of wear and tear. This leaves the skin vulnerable to the appearance of wrinkles...
read moreCopeman Healthcare – Got Jet Lag?
Five helpful tips to reset your body clock By Amra Dizdarevic, Family Health Nurse Practitioner, Copeman Healthcare Centre After taking a flight across two or more time zones, you might find yourself craving an omelette in the middle of the night or ready for a good night’s sleep at 9 a.m. It’s called jet lag, and it’s caused by the temporary difference between the sleep and wake cycle generated by our internal body clock at home, and the environmental rhythms of our destination time zone. Our sleep/activity cycle becomes affected, leading to...
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WHAT’S TRENDING NOW? The ‘Natural Look’ in cosmetic enhancements The fashion in cosmetic enhancements changes almost as often as it does for clothing. Over-filled lips and cheeks that once graced every magazine cover have now given way to a softer, more natural look. The goal is to look refreshed and rejuvenated as if you were naturally that way. The Natural Look coincides with Dr. Gidon Frame‘s belief in moderation and proper facial proportion when it comes to cosmetic injectable fillers. Dr. Frame replaces the volume you have lost recently,...
read moreIs Your “Get Up and Go” Gone?
Women are three times more likely to feel fatigued than men By Lorna R. Vanderhaeghe, M.S. One in four North American women has low iron or iron deficiency anemia, characterized by symptoms such as fatigue, peeling fingernails, hair loss, poor concentration, heart palpitations, pale skin and dark under-eye circles. So important is iron to health that even a mild deficiency can affect your ability to perform everyday mental and physical tasks. And you do not have to be diagnosed as anemic to feel the effects of low iron. In a 2003 British...
read moreCollagen Slows Aging
Collagen Slows Aging by Lorna R. Vanderhaeghe, M.S. The word collagen is derived from the Greek word “kola” meaning glue. Collagen is a structural component that makes your bones strong, your tendons elastic and your skin smooth. Collagen is the single most abundant protein in the human body. Newborns have abundant collagen and as we age collagen production declines. There are over 16 types of collagen, but 90 percent of the collagen in the body consists of types I, II, and III. Collagen is essential to every structure in the body. When...
read more2015 Lexus RC F Sports Coupe Preview
2015 LEXUS RC F SPORTS COUPE PREVIEW by Tony Whitney The car had been eagerly anticipated, but the elegant new Lexus RC F still created a buzz of excitement when it made its global debut at the big Detroit auto show earlier this year. Quite apart from its appealing and satisfyingly aggressive looks, the RC F promises to be a very quick and agile performer, as room was made under the hood for a seriously powerful V-8 engine. For buyers who want something that looks much the same but is a little less exotic, Lexus will offer a base RC (non-F)...
read moreKaua’i – The Island of Discovery
“The island must be one of the last places where it is possible to visit and just wind down in a tropical setting of gorgeous beauty, without having to forsake any creature comforts.”
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