Q: I’ve heard that acupuncture helps with low back pain and other problems. But I just don’t get it. How does it work?

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Q: Is it dangerous to basically just exercise on the weekend? I don’t have time to workout during the week.

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Q: I can’t understand living in Alaska and being purely vegetarian. Is there something wrong with eating meat or fish?

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Q: I’m 50 and starting the “change of life.” I’m very upset that I can’t make a decision about whether or not to take hormones. If I don’t take hormones maybe my bones will all shatter. But if I do take hormones maybe I’ll get uterine cancer. So maybe I should get a hysterectomy. But I could still get breast cancer. Help!

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Q: I’ve heard about acupuncture, and that it helps people to get better. But I just don’t get it. How does it work?

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Q: I have this head cold that has been around all winter. What should I do? Do I need antibiotics?

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Q: Tis the season to be sneezing. Is there ANYTHING I can do about my pollen allergies?

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Q: I’ve been accused of being a couch potato. I suppose it’s true but I’m just not the natural Joe Athlete type. I have no fundamental interest in playing tennis or jogging. But I still want to look good and feel good when I reach (shudder) middle age. Any recommendations?

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