Dear Subscriber,
This month's newsletter discusses the effect of exercise on osteoarthritis, six ways to work out without a gym and the problem with trying to lose weight too hard.
-Brian Polner, M.D., CEO/President

Does Exercise Increase or Lower the Risk of Osteoarthritis?
Painful knees from osteoarthritis is a problem that becomes more frequent with age. In fact, osteoarthritis affects the majority of people over the age of sixty. Surprisingly, some people have degeneration of the cartilage in the knee joint as early as their thirties. One question that arises is whether exercise speeds up the development of osteoarthritis of the knee. Should you exercise if you're at high risk for osteoarthritis?
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Are You Trying Too Hard to Lose Weight

Many people begin their healthy eating journey with the attitude that 'failure is not an option'. They feel committed to losing the weight and dream of how wonderful life will be when they reach their goal. And then, at some point, it all goes horribly wrong. It may surprise you to learn one of the main reasons people fail to lose weight successfully is because they're actually trying too hard.
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Six Ways to Exercise Without a Gym

Does the thought of going to a crowded gym with loud music and sweaty bodies make you want to toss aside your exercise shoes? At-home workouts are growing in popularity as people look for more convenient and inexpensive ways to stay in shape. Here are some fun and easy ways to exercise without a gym.
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Free Wireless Internet Access
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Research Trials & Studies
HealthwoRx™ is accepting applicants for select clinical trials. A clinical trial is a research study that follows a protocol designed for improvements in treating current diseases.

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May Vitamin Sale

For a limited time, HealthwoRx™ is offering 10% off our MultiVitamin in all our offices. Print this coupon and take it to any office to redeem. Offer expires May 31, 2011. Not valid for online purchases.

Varicose Vein Therapy
Unsightly varicose veins are a source of pain and embarrassment for many men and women. Dr. Cohen treats them using a fast, preferred laser technique right in our offices. Call 954.983-8910 to find out more or schedule a review.