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THE HERALD OUTIOOK Saturday June 1989 Page Outlook op Lifestyle Aspartam sweetener produces no side effects DR GOTT DEAR GOTT I know tame is not dangerous but docs it have any minor side ef fects such as constipation DEAR READER Recent studies have shown that aspartame produces Soil free mixture POIIYS POINTERS POLLY FISHER no side effects It is a while crystal line powder that is about times than sugar and contains no calorics People with una or a congenital inability to metabolize certain amino acids should avoid aspartame because it re acts badly in the body Otherwise the artificial sweetener is harmless and will not cause constipation DEAR GOTT On occasion I must manually remove fecal matter from my anus I concerned that if I become too crippled in the future from my arthritis rheumatism and bronchiectasis that a nurse or atten dant might have to do this for me Is this procedure harmful I m too em barrassed to ask my own doctor this question DEAR READER As people age modify their diets and become less physically active they tend to be come constipated The situation can ASK KATHY DEAR POLLY I looking for a recipe for a soil free potting mixture for growing house plants vegetables herbs etc This should have no dirt in it such as garden soil bagged top soil etc ALAN DEAR ALAN Here Is an all pur pose planting medium that is soil free Its good for starting seeds as well as growing bouse plants and pot ted herbs Mix together gallon milled sphagnum moss 1 gallon per lite and 1 tablespoon fertilizer Stir In tightly closed plastic bags or covered containers and use as would any commercial planting mixture I sending you a copy of my news letter Grow Your Own Herb Gar den which includes this formula as well as a garden soil based planting mixture and directions for growing preserving and using a wide variety of popular herbs Others who would like a copy of this issue should for each copy to POLLYS POINT in care of this newspaper Box 93863 Cleveland OH 44101 Be sure to include tbe title POLLY DEAR POLLY I use the plastic bags my newspaper comes in to store and carry my knitting yarn A pull skein fits neatly in each plastic bag The bag helps keep the yarn clean and tangle free MB GREEN MEADOWS NURSERY GARDEN CENTER For All Your Needs 8731200 JOIN US FOR LUNCH Baked Fresh Dally on Premises OPEN 24 Hours waster 8731211 readily progress to impaction when a person is unable to expel a large mass of fecal matter that becomes trapped in the rectum In this case the feces must be broken up manually before they can be passed The procedure is harmless but unpleasant However doctors nurses and medical atten dants are usually well versed in ways to do this Prevention is the key Speak to your doctor about ways to prevent impac Your options include bran stool softeners mild laxatives or in a pinch enemas You t feel embarrassed about sharing your con with your doctor He or she is trained to respond to this kind of situ ation and relieve your apprehension by suggesting ways to solve your problems DEAR GOTT In 1988 I had a seizure my doctor described as idlo- GOALSETTING 1 need to go on a diet Each morning I have such Intentions But by afternoon those intentions have vanished and another day Is lost to blngelng What can I do A All of us have experienced similar frustrations while dieting But help Is on Its way First of all set a specific goal It Isnt enough to decide to lose some weight Decide exactly how much you want to lose by a certain date Also committing your plan to someone else helps you view your intentions more seriously Second plan your menus ahead of time and prepare fresh fruits and vegetables for those between meal cravings You will be less likely to snack on illegal foods Third be sure you eat consistently throughout the day Starving yourself In the Buslneu Number 8772900 Home Number 8530780 Mill St Georgetown Personal Consultation By Appointment fabric forum Prepared as a consumer education service by the International 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brains electrical rhythm pro duces uncontrollable muscle move ments with or without unconsciousness Tegretol is an effective anti con vulsant and is appropriate treatment for epilepsy morning only make you hungrier for your noon meal- Eating small amounts of food several times a day helps maintain level blood sugar which minimizes sugar cravings and overeating For more information contact your local Diet Center DIRECTORY DENOMINATIONAL PENTECOSTAL ALL PEOPLES CHURCH DELIVERANCE CENTRE 41 Flnchgate Boulevard corner Bible Study Worship Deliverance Sunday 30am 7 00pm Wednesday 8 p We Provide Children s Church Nursery Service Engl sh o Italian translation Pastor Qeorge A 2176 TO ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE CALL DISPLAY ADVERTISING 8772201 THE MIRACLE POWER OF GOD CRUSADE Scottish PastorEvangelist NIEL Formerly a thriving church in Sydney Australia now swing tremendous revival and miracles in Glasgow Scotland They were all amazed and God say ng We never saw it in this fashion Powerful ministry 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