CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Carey Mulligan, 35; Kylie Minogue, 52; Christa Miller, 56; Gladys Knight, 76. Happy Birthday: A passionate approach to whatever you take on this year will draw interest and encouragement to finish what you start. You’ll learn if you use a creative process to develop a plan that will address issues […]
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Wife can’t shake distrust of husband caught in a lie
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I are 58 and getting ready to celebrate our first wedding anniversary. We knew each other in college, but were just friends back then. After college, we married others and raised children. We stayed married to our spouses for close to 30 years. We reconnected eight years ago, started an […]
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In rare cases, brand name meds are a must
DEAR DR. ROACH: I just read your article that there wasn’t any difference between Synthroid and levothyroxine. I come from a family with severe sensitivities, allergies and asthma. I was started on Synthroid and did well. My insurance decided not to pay for it, so my doctor switched me to levothyroxine. I developed severe rhythm […]
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Healthy food has all the vitamins your body needs
DEAR DR. ROACH: I follow you regularly, but I haven’t heard one word on ways to build your immunity. Supplements abound, offering strength for the immune system. For me, some have been a tremendous support. I’m 65 and thankfully healthy, but I take vitamin Bs and Ds, and many other body-support supplements. Why no mention […]
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Gemini: Make sure incorrect information doesn’t affect decision-making
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Chris Colfer, 30; Shanola Hampton, 43; Jack McBrayer, 47; Paul Bettany, 49. Happy Birthday: Open up about the way you feel and what your intentions are. Explore the possibilities and different lifestyles that suit your personality as well as your dreams, hopes and wishes. Be honest with yourself about what’s […]
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Man’s serious health issues dominate 40-year marriage
DEAR ABBY: I married my husband 40 years ago. A few years later, he was diagnosed with diabetes. He refused to take care of himself and ended up with double leg amputations 13 years ago. He had prosthetics but wouldn’t use them. I stood by him and was his advocate, but he blamed me! He […]
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Sister is jealous of the happy life woman made for herself
DEAR ABBY: I recently lost a lot of weight and finally felt confident enough to start dating. I met a wonderful man I’ll call “Teddy.” We’ve been together for eight months, and I can see a future with him. He has some quirks with intimacy that he’s working on and a few odd habits he […]
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Taurus: Make a change in your life that will lift your spirits
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Helena Bonham Carter, 54; Lenny Kravitz, 56; Pam Grier, 71; Stevie Nicks, 72. Happy Birthday: Aim to stabilize situations that have been causing confusion and uncertainty in your life. How you go about your business will determine the type of people you attract. Use your time wisely, pick up information, […]
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Intermittent fasting is one more tool in weight-loss toolbox
DEAR DR. ROACH: My adult son has lost over 100 pounds on an intermittent fasting diet (16 hours fasting per day) and now wants to continue fasting in the morning and just eat a heavier lunch and dinner to maintain his new weight. I am not sure that this kind of long-term fasting is good […]
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Aries: As pressure mounts, keep things simple and follow your budget
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Aly Raisman, 26; Demetri Martin, 47; Octavia Spencer, 48; Mike Myers, 57. Happy Birthday: Start a dialogue if you want to make progress this year. Gather information, and be the one to instigate what you want to happen. Show more discipline when it comes to working and finishing what you […]