Alternative Medical Treatments

Reducing Pain and Increasing Circulation with Infrared Light Therapy

AndrewTraub — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 12:47:31 +0000

Infrared light therapy has been around the medical profession for around 20 years in the use of pain reduction and increase of the body’s circulation. In fact, infrared light treatments are used as a heat modality for many areas of physical therapy, now considered a medical necessity. An ancient practice, the increased acceptance of it today has brought about a lot of new changes in the use of light emitting diodes, or LEDs, also called Monochromatic Infrared Energy.

The advantage of the traditional medical field and their wide acceptance of infrared light therapy is that research began to develop it in regard to its (1) positive aspects, and (2) life saving qualities, whereas unnecessary surgeries and dangerous medication had been used previously. A recent system of infrared light therapy uses a new combination of infrared light energy–non-visible forms and visible–called the Healthlight System.

The Visible Infrared Light is a system that is recognized as being able to reach about eight to 10 mm into the human skin surface, beneficial for many types of surface wounds, cuts, scars, triggers, treating infections, and also acupuncture points. On the other hand, the Invisible Infrared Light can reach a depth of about 30 to 40 mm, an area that involves bones, deep muscles, and joints. What all of this refers to is that both the red and the infrared wavelengths have the ability to reach different depths yet have similar therapeutic effects toward healing.

To give credit where credit is due, infrared light therapy is an ancient form of light therapy that originated when sunlight shining on bare skin was filtered through red stained glass. From then on, documentation shows us that more is known about infrared light therapy than any other treatment in history–red will stimulate the system as it is a base chakra color, the “fight or flight” area.

The Healthlight system consists of the infrared light therapy and the visible light diodes, which creates a warm feeling on its pads. Also, an increase in circulation occurs or a decrease in swellings, decreased inflammations, decreased tension, or decreases in muscle spasms or even tightness. Yet at the same time, adverse side effects of using the infrared light therapy through Healthlight are almost zero, because of the built-in timers and auto shut-off features. Minor situation that may occur are a burning to an area if the infrared systems are left on too long if they do not have a timer or shut-off, and diabetic individuals should have their insulin levels monitored during the infrared light therapy treatments.

Medicare does not cover or approve the code for the Infrared Heating Pad for home treatments, but most other insurance companies do follow the policy. Also, no prescriptions are required for the Healthlight infrared light therapy system for personal purchases, or through a facility treatment. But through clinics that offer the infrared light therapy, a prescription is required if it needs to be reimbursed through the client’s health plan for private insurance.

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Your Questions About 2011 Calendar

AndrewTraub — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 02:05:09 +0000

Robert asks…

Yahoo Calendar 2011 sucks, how do I go back to my old one?

I despise this new format, it is difficult to get a good over view. Can I go back to the old one orr do I have to switch to Hotmail’s or something?

AndrewTraub answers:

According to Yahoo—-the old (easy to use and efficient) calendar is gone and won’t be returned.

Sandy asks…

Who is the girl for March in the sports illustrated 2011 calendar?

AndrewTraub answers:

Pervert

Sandra asks…

How do I import a CSV file into my Outlook calendar (2011 Mac)?

I have a hockey season schedule (CSV file) I need to import into my Outlook calendar, how do I do it?

AndrewTraub answers:

Try the directions below. Hope it works as I don’t know what version of Outlook you are using.

1. Download the *.CSV file you want to import into Microsoft Outlook
calendar onto your local hard drive (and note where you save it, desktop
works OK for this)
2. Open Microsoft Outlook
3. On the menu bar at the top, select FILE, and then select IMPORT & EXPORT.
4. On the IMPORT & EXPORT window that opens, select IMPORT FROM ANOTHER
PROGRAM OR FILE. Hit NEXT button at the bottom of the window.
5. One the new IMPORT & EXPORT window that opens, select COMMA SEPERATED
VALUES (WINDOWS). Hit NEXT button at the bottom of the window.
6. On the new IMPORT A FILE window that opens, hit the BROWSE button.
7. On the new BROWSE window that opens, go to the location where you
saved the *.CSV file and select it. Hit OK button at the bottom of the
BROWSE window.
8. On the IMPORT A FILE window, I usually select REPLACE DUPLICATES WITH
ITMES IMPORTED option as I sometime update the files during the year as
things change. Hit the NEXT button at the bottom of the window.
9. From the new IMPORT A FILE window that opens, scroll to and select
CALENDAR. Hit the NEXT button at the bottom of the window.
10. From the new IMPORT A FILE window that opens, hit finish.

William asks…

Why does the entire world (including Muslims and Chinese) use the Christian/Western calendar and year of 2011?

It is not 2011 in the Chinese, Hindu or Islamic calendars, it is a different year based on their own dating systems. Their calendars also do not have the months named after Roman pagan gods like ours, as in January, March, June, etc.

Why do they use our calendar?

AndrewTraub answers:

So that we can all understand each other when we talk about dates. There needs to be a common standard, however arbitrary it may seem.

Lisa asks…

Do Islamic countries that use the Islamic calendar consider it the year 2011 or 1492?

I know Saudi Arabia is an officially Muslim country, and I also know that it is currently the year 1492 in the Islamic calendar. Does that country consider it the year 1492 officially, or 2011 as in the Christian calendar?

AndrewTraub answers:

Both – as it is necessary to communicate with the rest of the world they observe the Gregorian Calendar for commerce and international dealings. The Hijri calendar is for cultural purposes – it is not exactly the same length as a Christian years which is why festivals are not at the same time each year (compared to CE calendars)

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Your Questions About 102.7

AndrewTraub — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 02:05:11 +0000

Thomas asks…

Why is my favorite radio station not broadcasting commercials over the internet anymore?

Like I listen to a station in Panama city Beach, Fl Island 106 and I like to here the local commercials there. Now they dont do them anymore when they go on commercial break it goes to some ad council or some old song instrumental. Now the other station I listen to is 102.7 KIIS Los Angeles and they play theres?
Island 106 used to do commercials over the internet about a month or 2 ago.

AndrewTraub answers:

It’s probably just their advertising contracts. My guess is that they handle radio and internet financing differently, which means when a company buys a commercial spot on the radio, it won’t air on the internet because they’ve only paid for the radio airtime.

Helen asks…

How does a fever affect sperm?

How does a fever affect sperm?
My husband has the flu and has been running a temp. Monday night it was about 102.7. Since then it has been low grade. We miscarried on 9-9-09 and I just got my period on 10-21-09. I was just wondering how the temp will affect his sperm or us trying to conceive?

AndrewTraub answers:

Elevated body temperature can kill and/or damage sperm. More importantly, you need to wait until you have had at least two normal cycles before trying to conceive again. I have been in your boat and know how hard it is to wait, but if you get pregnant too soon you will increase your chances of miscarrying again.

Michael asks…

How high a temperature is too high?

I have a temperature of 101.2 now, but it was 102.7 F about half an hour ago. How high should it be to be considered bad enough to warent a visit to a hospital/clinic?
My temperature is normally on the low side. About 98.2

AndrewTraub answers:

104
Cold compress on your head should help and try to keep the ambient temperature in the room a bit lower.

Sharon asks…

Is there a website where I can check recently played songs on the radio?

I know of a song that I liked that was played on March 31 around 7:30pm but I’m not sure which station it was on. I’m thinking it was either 98.7,100.3, or 102.7. Do you know of any websites I can use to find the song I’m looking for?

AndrewTraub answers:

Go the the radio stations website

usually the call letters .com Example WRBQ.com

Donna asks…

What sort of sickness do you think I have?

I have a high fever, about 102.7, body aches, some coughing, headache, chills, and diarrhea. I do not have loss of appetite though.
I am a teenager too, I dunno if that helps.

AndrewTraub answers:

Common cold/ flu.. I would see a doctor though.
If not it could get worse.

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Acupuncture Schools Teach This Ancient Medicine

AndrewTraub — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 02:35:43 +0000

There are many acupuncture schools available today to teach this ancient method of healing. Acupuncture has been used for years to help those that are suffering in a number of ways. This is an ancient Chinese medicine that has been in use for hundreds, if not thousands of years. During that time, it has changed somewhat, but the same methods are used today as they used to be. If you are interested in learning more about it, there are some excellent educational opportunities available around the world to help you to do so.
First, you should understand what acupuncture is. It is a method of medical care that treats a variety of illnesses and provides anesthesia. To accomplish this, very small, hair thin needles are placed into the skin. They are inserted at various specific locations around the body, which are chosen based on the condition that is being treated. If you have had an acupuncture treatment, then you know just how beneficial it can be. Most acupuncturists do not recommend that people stop taking their current medicines and treatments for medical conditions to use acupuncture, but to combine both for a complementary treatment. This will provide a better effective and deliver better results.
If you do understand acupuncture or are intrigued by it, you can learn this alternative treatment through many schools available today. Training will be required to learn more about the methods used. You will also need to learn about the formulas, various types of acupuncture as well as the proper methods of assessing a patient for care. Most that go to acupuncture schools will learn the intricate methods of Oriental and Chinese medicine from experienced teachers and acupuncturists.
Not all acupuncture schools are the same, though. You will want to select the school to go to based on its ability to provide you with the skills you need to become an acupuncturist, or at least to achieve your goals. Some offer other forms of herbal and traditional medicines as well. The variety of acupuncture courses they offer should also be taken into consideration. If you want to learn the best way to treat a condition, you will need to know as much as possible about the processes, so these extra courses are helpful.
Acupuncture schools can help prepare you to provide one of the best alternative treatments available today. Choose acupuncture schools based on what they can provide to you and how they will do so. Look into several to find out the depth of their courses so that you fully understand what you will get by signing up with this school.

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Your Questions About Fandango

AndrewTraub — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 02:05:07 +0000

Maria asks…

If my parents buy me tickets to an R rated movie on Fandango will they have to be there so i can get in?

Im 14 years old and want to see paranormal activity 2 with my friends on saturday. My parents will let me see the movie, but we can’t find anyone to buy us tickets. If they buy them on Fandango will the people at the movie theater let us in without an adult?

AndrewTraub answers:

I got into a few movies as long as I was going with someone who wasn’t a minor. Why would you want to pay full price to see a horror movie anyway, there are so many good ones that are cheaper to rent.

Mark asks…

What does it mean on Fandango when you are going to get a ticket and a certain time is grey and crossed out?

I want to buy tickets to see a movie on its midnight premiere and it’s 12:01 am showing is grey with a line crossed through it but there is another choice next to it that says 12:15 am. Does that mean that all of the tickets for 12:01 am were sold out or that the time of the move showing changed?

AndrewTraub answers:

I think that it means that its either past that time when its showing, and when its crossed out its sold out.

Robert asks…

I accidentally bought children tickets on Fandango, what should I do?

I was buying 3 tickets for HP7PT2, and because I was rushing I ended up buying 3 childrens tickets when I needed 3 adult tickets. They cost the same (9.00/each) so I don’t see why it would be a problem, but I don’t want to get to the theatre and be told that we can’t see the movie because I messed up. Fandango doesn’t allow refunds/exchanges.

AndrewTraub answers:

“Fandango doesn’t allow refunds/exchanges.”

Then you better hope the theater doesn’t notice that you’re adults or just buy three adult tickets and learn a lesson here.

Lisa asks…

Can you print the Fandango receipt at a later time?

My sister and I want to buy tickets for Harry Potter 2, the only problem is that our printer is out of ink. Could we purchase the tickets now, and then print the receipt at a later date? Or would we have to print it right after the purchase?

AndrewTraub answers:

Yes, if you set up an account with fandango before purchasing tickets, you can log into your account later click to view purchase history and view your confirmation page and it will allow you to print it. They also have other methods of collecting tickets depending on theaters, like presenting the credit card you used to purchase them or getting your tickets on your phone but that only works for tmobile, at&t and verizon carriers I believe. I hope this helps!

Ruth asks…

I have a question about a bought ticket on the fandango website?

I bought a ticket at the fandango website but I could not print it out at the time but I can now but I can’t figure out how to find my ticket and print it. PLEASE HELP!!

AndrewTraub answers:

They should have sent you an emil with a link to the ticket confirmation page.

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Your Questions About Does Sensa Work

AndrewTraub — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 02:05:07 +0000

James asks…

Does Sensa really work?

Sensa the the weight loss salt thing, does it work?

AndrewTraub answers:

My impression (right or wrong) is that Sensa is just a glorified diet pill.

The success rate of diet pills is very low and there may be side effects.

Charles asks…

Does sensa really work?

I heard about the tasteless crystals that look like salt that you sprinkle on all of your food and you loose weight. It is this just a gimmick?

AndrewTraub answers:

Gimmick
to separate you from your money.

Here’s a good article about it:

http://www.thefitshack.com/2008/06/19/the-sprinkle-diet-5-reasons-it-wont-work/

And these are the ingredients:
1. Maltodextrin
2. Tricalcium Phosphate
3. Silica
4. Natural and Artificial Flavors
5. FD&C Yellow 5
6. Carmine
7. Contains Soy and Milk ingredients
(silica is sand)

Betty asks…

does sensa deit work?

does sensa deit work?

AndrewTraub answers:

No is just waste of time

Carol asks…

Has anyone heard of Sensa and does it work or taste bad?

Sensa some type of product you sprinkle on your food, and it works with your system and tell you your full of food. But does it really work. I wanted to try this along with my exercises I do
If you are taking this, how long have you been taking this and could you email me som pics. Thanks

AndrewTraub answers:

It doesn’t have a really bad taste but it didn’t do anything to me..

Robert asks…

Does the SENSA diet thing really work? What are the side affects? Where can I buy it?

I need all the info on SENSA……is it a scam? does it work? what are the side affects? where can i buy it? how much is it?

AndrewTraub answers:

If you know correct weight loss info you can lose weight. I tried the way at this site and I lost 10 pounds in 30 days. It is very easy to lose weight. You can find my weight loss way that lost me 19 pounds in 5 weeks at link below.

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Your Questions About Facebook

AndrewTraub — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 02:05:10 +0000

Chris asks…

What is the Facebook email which I can email for problems, and get a response?

I have a problem with Facebook, and no none of you can help because it is an issue about the features on my Facebook account, and for some reason all my friends have them but mine account doesn’t.

So what is the email I would email Facebook, and they would reply, and try to help me out?

Thanks!

AndrewTraub answers:

There are some to email facebook on this site http://gethuman.com/Facebook-support-email_301.html

Lizzie asks…

Does facebook preview really show what your page look like for others?

Does facebook preview (the one that you can select under privacy setting) really show what your page look like for others?

And what are the recent privacy changes on facebook?

Thank you.

AndrewTraub answers:

Yes it does. One way to verify is have a friend log onto their page and look at yours. I don’t know of any recent privacy changes. You can personalize your privacy under account at the top right corner of your home page.

Richard asks…

How does facebook know who my friends are on my yahoo messenger friends list?

In the People you may know section on facebook they are suggesting friends that I’ve never met in person who live in other states and have no mutual friends. How would facebook know that I know them?

AndrewTraub answers:

When you signed up, you probably added your email address, and there is a check box that asks if you would like to allow facebook to add your contacts from that email address. You probably didnt uncheck it.

Not 100% sure, but i think you can remove your email contacts from your facebook ones in the settings somewhere.

Helen asks…

How does Facebook decide which 5 friends to show when i hover over my name?

When i hover over my name on Facebook a popup box appears showing 5 friends and the list barely changes whenever i bring it back up. How does Facebook decide which friends turn up? Is it the people who view my profile the most?

AndrewTraub answers:

I think its just at random

Maria asks…

How can facebook handle so many users in real time with php?

There are millions of users on Facebook at a time. Despite this, Facebook is able to update people’s news feeds with others activity in real time. With what structure of php can this be accomplished.

AndrewTraub answers:

Actually both of the answers above suck.
Look into ‘HipHop’
It’s a code translator that the Facebook team made that converts the PHP code to C++, allowing them to compile it. Since compiled code runs much faster than interpreted code (except ASP/ASP.NET, which just sucks in general) it allows them to accomplish much faster loading times.
As well, it’s not only the code that allows them to do such. You have to consider that they’re running constant queries to their databases, thus their queries have to be top-notch. Writing a query well will significantly reduce the amount of time it takes to pull from the database. This includes indexes, proper queries, using prepared statements when need be, and database optimization.

Having a whole databank of servers does NOT make your website run faster. In fact, it adds overhead to the whole process, thus potentially increasing loading times. So there’s both answers proven wrong.
What HipHop did for them was significantly reduced the server load and time required to process the code, thus allowing them to process more on one server, and compile their code. The only con of that was losing some commands such as eval().
I personally compile my PHP source and use it as such. You also have to ensure that when you write it, it’s properly structured and that the best practices are used. This will also significantly reduce processing time and load.

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Your Questions About 2010 Calendar

AndrewTraub — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 02:05:09 +0000

Helen asks…

Whats the quickest way to have a balanced budget for the calendar year 2010?

I mean the absolue fastest way to achieve a true balanced budget and even a surplus so we can start reducing the 14 trillion dollars national debt and restore the integrity of the US dollar?

Lets see how sharp you guys are. Please do not give me any theoretical bull crap. I want the most pragmatic down to earth nose to the grindstone way of getting this done….like a CPA would say to do it.
wow…the silence of specific good ideas that will work for sure is deafening.

AndrewTraub answers:

Stop corruption so that there is no extra money for the politicians.

Sharon asks…

If this section were to put out a topless guy calendar for 2010, would you pose for a picture? What month?

I think I’d volunteer for February because just like the month doesn’t have a lot of dates, neither do I but I got the best, most romantic holiday.

AndrewTraub answers:

Probably with some alcohol for support and I guess I’d go for September. It’s my birth month and I’m a a Fall kind of guy.

Paul asks…

Using a August 2010 calendar, using the following clues, what is the date?

1 – It’s not a day of the week that has eight letters in its name.
2 – The number of the day is not evenly divisible by 6.
3 – The number of the day is not a single digit.
4 – It’s not a day of the week that has an O in its name.
5 – The number of the day is not made up of two repeated digits.
6 – The day is not in the first half of the month.
7 – The number of the day is not an odd number.
What is the date?

AndrewTraub answers:

Friday August 20, 2010

Nancy asks…

Site where it has the 2010 dbsk calendar photos ?

does anyone know a site that has photos of DBSK’s 2010 calendar ?
PLEASE, PLEASE HELP ME !!
[ i tried google, btw. ]

AndrewTraub answers:

Hehe i have this calendar and it is really cool …especially junsu’s and jaejong’s photos .. If you like i could make photos of the 12 photos ..and send you in an e mail for example
oh btw i found it now —>http://lovetohateme.wordpress.com/

William asks…

Do you have your 2010 calendar yet?

I’ve been donating to the Humane Society for 20 years and they send me the cutest animal calendars.

AndrewTraub answers:

YUP! I got one! Puppies it is!

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What Is Acupuncture: A Look At How It Works

AndrewTraub — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:11:46 +0000

What is acupuncture is actually one of the most asked questions today. There are many ways to describe this method of healing but it is important to know that when you ask what is acupuncture, you may find various answers to your question. The reason for this is simple. There are many forms of acupuncture, all of which can be effective to different levels. As you work with a professional acupuncturist, you will want to consider what methods they use and how they can help you.
What is acupuncture, then? It is an ancient form of Chinese medicine that has been used for over 3000 years, some even believe longer. In this method of healing, it does not work and is not based on any area of western medicine. Rather, it is based on restoring the flow of qi through the body. Qi is the energy force or the life force in the body. When qi is unable to flow smoothly as it should, you feel pain or become ill. Acupuncture works to allow the flow to be restored so that the pain subsides and improves greatly.
When you ask what is acupuncture, consider the method used to restore qi. The term itself means “needle piercing” and it actually is like this. To restore the flow of qi, the acupuncturist, or professional trained in this medicine treatment, will insert very thin needles into your skin. They do this along specific anatomic points on the body. Each point, called an acupuncture point or acupoint, delivers a specific treatment to some area of the body.
In addition to inserting needles into these specific points, in many forms of acupuncture, the needles are combined with other aspects including heat, small impulses of electromagnetic energy, friction or even suction. Pressure acupuncture is also a common type. They do this in an effort to stimulate the points to cause a specific reaction. In other terms, by stimulating the acupuncture points, the body’s balance in the movement of the qi is restored to good health therefore improving your health in the process.
While a half century ago people would ask, what is acupuncture, and be met with an answer about distance medicine, in today’s world it has become a common and regularly used method of treating illness. You should not stop taking medications assigned to you by a standard doctor, but you can and should use acupuncture as a method of healing that works alongside these other methods. Acupuncture is widely encouraged and highly respected around the world. Consider what it can add to your healing and well being.

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Your Questions About 17 Day Diet

AndrewTraub — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 02:05:09 +0000

Thomas asks…

17 day diet book and cd?

What exactly is the 17 day diet based on? Low carbs? Small portions?

I just want a little background on it – since I would like to try it. It was featured on Dr.Phil and The Doctors.

AndrewTraub answers:

Sorry hun I didn’t see that but I know that Zumba does a 10 day work out and diet plan as part of their online shop. Its really good exercise alone and I mixed it with a different diet.

Just be careful on fast track diets as they can make you lose loads but if your not exercising you will gain it quickly again after the diet has stopped. And they should only be done for the length of time stated and not longer.

Sharon asks…

does anyone know the recipe for chicken lettuce wraps from the “17 day diet book”?

they made it on the doctors show this morning. but i don’t remember how to make it.

AndrewTraub answers:

Scallions, chicken, grapes, and celery mix it up and add a little bit of olive oil and it showed some kind of seasonings, but they did not specify what seasonings were used..hope this helps

Robert asks…

diet pills with 17 day diet?

Does anyone know if it safe or “allowed” to take diet pills while on the 17 day diet?

AndrewTraub answers:

You are already on a diet plan, why would you want to add more pills to it. You dont need pills to lose weight, you can do it naturally. Trust me ive been teaching it for 7 years in the Military.

Richard asks…

Info on the 17 day diet please…?

I know that no one can give me the EXACT details of the 17 day diet due to copyright and plaguarism laws, but can anyone give me a detailed overview of all four stages? Of what to eat and what not to eat? I have about 20 lbs I’d like to lose to get down to my prepregnancy wieght. Or if anyone knows of any diets that actually work…that will help me too. Thanks in advance!

AndrewTraub answers:

You’ve taken the correct steps in starting a healthy carb-conscious diet. It is vital to have good information if you want to lose weight. You can try this simple program in conjuction with the 17 day diet that has helped others lose 17 pounds in 3 weeks. It works amazing and it will work for you too. You can find more info by going to the link below.

Lizzie asks…

17 day diet and slimfast products? and excercize question?

I’ve been kinda hungry and craving anything with sugar while on this diet (5th day today), wondered if i can have a slim fast shake in sub. of a meal possibly followed with some veggies? or maybe a slim fast bar for energy right before volleyball practice? (I’m 16)

Also a 17 day diet excercize related question: on the diet it says at least 17 minutes of excersize per day. Do you think this is enough excersize: Monday i have volleyball practice from 6pm-8pm (which usually includes heavy conditioning, its club v-ball). i also have vball thursday nights from 6-8.Tuesday-Friday I work at a pizza restaraunt from 11:30amish- 2:30pm ish (wed. i start at 9:30am) and I’m on my feet all day sometimes running to answer phones and such. But saturday is my lazy day i usually don’t do much, and sunday i have church. So i guessmy question is do i get enough excersize daily from being active at work, or do I need to like run or do additional excersize on non-vball days. I might be stupid for asking this but: since i work out for 2 hours straight 2x a week intensely, does that make me active- semi active, will my normal weekly routine help me lose weight? (sorry for this intense rambling paragraph, blame a.d.d )

AndrewTraub answers:

Slimfast doesnt work. The second you stop using it you will gain all the weight back… =

but your exercise routine appears to be enough work. Try to walk more during the day too that could help

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