Jamie Hale
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Nutritional and Dietary Supplements
Nutraceuticals and dietary supplements are made from natural food sources. People believe they will have health benefits beyond their basic nutritional value. They can come in different forms, such as pills, fortified foods, or functional…
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Maintaining a Healthy Weight
Energy balance is an important concept for understanding weight management. The body uses energy all the time, even when at rest or sleep. Energy balance is when the energy obtained from diet (measured in calories)…
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Mounting Devices On Your Bed and Wheelchair
Mounting devices on your bed or wheelchair is a great way to be able to use them independently if you struggle to hold them My husband made me a covered, wooden wedge, to prop up…
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Managing Bowels and Constipation
Constipation is a common symptom for both children and adults with muscle-weakening conditions. This can be very uncomfortable and dangerous if untreated, as it can lead to bowel impaction. Scientists have studied the muscles involved in defecating (pooing)…
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Ventilation FAQ
While we’re currently uploading all our advice resources online, take a look at our Ventilation FAQ. We wrote this PDF guide to explore some of the frequently asked questions people have about ventilation here: What…
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Why Gardening?
Rob Sleight tells us about his life as a disabled gardener – and why planting and growing vegetables is good for his physical and mental health. Let’s face it, when you have quite a serious…