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Uplifting Experience
Thread Lifts Offer Less Invasive, More Affordable Option for Facial Rejuvenation by TIM CRAIG While thread lifts have been around in the U.S. since the 1990s, advances in technique and technology have steadily made them more popular, widespread, and increasingly local. Ashley Newman, the founder of Ageless Aesthetics and Wellness Clinic in Lakeland, has…
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Pop Quiz: Learn How to Fight the Signs of Aging
Everyone wants to look their best, and most agree that signs of aging are a leading factor in that battle. Signs of aging can include wrinkles, fine lines, dark spots, dry skin, and more. Luckily, you can fight these changes without expensive or invasive procedures like Botox or cosmetic surgery. Take our Pop Quiz to…
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The First Step
Right Mindset, Guidance Can Keep a New Exercise Program From Being Intimidating By PAUL CATALA photos by CALVIN KNIGHT When Nancy Hogan first walked through the doors of the local fitness center, she was just beginning to build the momentum to finally get on a regular exercise routine. The retired school teacher, who lives in…
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Publisher’s Note: Healthcare.gov open enrollment ends February 15
If you do not have health insurance, and you’re not sure how to get it, you need to make it a priority to look at your options on Healthcare.gov — the website that offers healthcare insurance plans under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The open enrollment period is happening now, but it closes on February 15.…
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Editor’s Dose: Accountability is another ally with weight-loss goal
In this edition of Central Florida Health News, we talk about how your new year’s resolution to lose weight can benefit from having medical supervision … but why? My answer for you is very simple: Because we all need to be held accountable.
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Healthy Cook: Busting resolution diet myths
IN THE NEW YEAR I will … In the new year I won’t … Sound familiar? It’s the new year’s resolution. We make ’em. We break ’em. And we feel guilty about it.