Family Health 2012 by Gannett NEO

FAMILY HEALTH

7KH &UHVFHQW 1HZV October 24, 2012

Proper nutrition for seniors . . . . . . . . . . . pg8 Saline solutions for colds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg4 Treats for school fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg5 Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s treatment volunteers . . pg6 Tattoo infections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg3 Winterize your body for winter . . . . . . pg9 Activity important for all ages . . . . . pg11 Diet & Exercise Q&A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg2 A new start on fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg2

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Taking time for fitness in a busy schedule this fall may include eating better food or getting a new set of exercise shoes.

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