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	<title>The Institute for Vibrant Living &#187; General</title>
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	<description>You&#039;re source for a vibrant life</description>
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		<title>D is for Diabetes, Deficiency and Vitamin D</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2010 11:41:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Holly Anderson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Recent studies by the Loyola University Chicago Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing have found an interesting connection between the Ds of diabetes and deficiency in Vitamin D. The study reported that an adequate intake of vitamin D may prevent or delay the onset of diabetes whilst helping those who are already diagnosed with the disease. It has now been shown that diabetics are generally low in vitamin D and that the deficiency has been associated with hyperglycemia, hypertension and insulin resistance. Vitamin D deficiency has also been linked to many other serious illnesses including rickets and osteoporosis. Another recent study]]></description>
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		<title>How to Stay in the Game&#8230;The Game of Life!</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2010 18:15:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cindy Gray</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[…. And Enjoy it to the Fullest!! Recently I received a health newsletter from a local hospital about to celebrate its 40th year of service.  With a cartoon of a fortune teller looking into a crystal ball, they wrote: “Looking Ahead: What Will It Be Like Getting Older?”  Here are some of the forecasted changes they say we can expect&#8230; Bones shrink in size and density, making them easier to break. The heart muscle becomes less efficient, and blood vessels become less elastic, making arteries stiffer, making the heart work harder, a vicious cycle that can lead to hypertension. The]]></description>
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		<title>Moderate Sun Exposure Is Good For The Body And Soul</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2010 21:06:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sheila McCormick</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mankind has worshipped the sun for centuries because of its healing and therapeutic powers. In recent years sun worship has morphed into “sun-panic” as we have become engulfed in fears of skin cancer and premature aging. While there is no question that over-exposure to the sun can be harmful to our skin, there are also health risks associated with not getting ENOUGH sun. Some researchers believe that the risks of sun exposure have been exaggerated by companies who are in the business of selling sunscreens, anti-aging lotions and other skin care products. Most modern medical experts agree that the benefits]]></description>
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		<title>Ten Ways to a Better Night’s Sleep</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:27:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sheila McCormick</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[“ The Best Cure for Insomnia is to get a lot of Sleep.” &#8211; W.C. Fields A good night’s sleep…it can make your day or break it.  Sleep problems can affect mood, energy level, performance and health. Approximately 11% of the U. S. population experiences some type of insomnia.  Most adults need anywhere from seven to nine hours of sleep per night in order to feel well rested.  Insufficient amounts or fitful sleep can leave you feeling spacey and ill-tempered.  Chronic sleep deficits can cause depression in adults and behavior problems in children. Lack of sleep drains energy and can]]></description>
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		<title>Enhance Your Well-Being With Aloe</title>
		<link>http://theivl.org/general/2010/02/enhance-your-well-being-with-aloe/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:57:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sheila McCormick</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Aloe is often used as a houseplant that also offers useful medicinal properties in everyday life. Derived from ‘alloeh’ meaning bitter in Arabic, Aloe vera, grows in close to 240 varieties across the dry regions of Africa, Europe, Asia and America. The most popular form of Aloe that is used commercially is Aloe barbadensis miller. It is a genus of plants of the Asphodelaceae family, related to the likes of onions and asparagus. Extracted from the aloe plant, Aloe vera has a multitude of medicinal properties and is thought to enhance the overall well-being of an individual, including many physical]]></description>
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