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pamine . The American Cancer Society reiterates that the amount of nicotine in a large cigar equals the amount of nicotine in a pack of cigarettes . So now we understand the words of Mr . Raul Julia .
As a cigar is smoked , the nicotine works on the brain by immediately promoting relaxation and making a person believe that stress and anxiety are reduced . But , wait ! That is shortterm . Later on , that same person will
So if you want to live a little longer , you decide . As Rob Liano once said : Knowledge is power . No . The knowledge alone is nothing , the application of
Knowledge is powerful .
feel a cascade of withdrawal symptoms of anxiety , tension , and craving , which leads the way for a second cigar . And the cycle goes again . It ’ s also known that a lot of mental health patients smoke to reduce their symptoms but the reality is , their underlying symptoms are not reduced and most become nicotine dependent as well .
So if you want to live a little longer , you decide . As Rob Liano once said : “ Knowledge is power . No . The knowledge alone is nothing , the application of knowledge is powerful .”
Julie Alvira , M . D ., MBA Healthcare Management creator of AJBodysculpt . www . ajbodysculpt . com . A health , wellness , and fitness platform that provides you with the necessary tools to get into a healthier lifestyle . Health & Wellness Keynote Speaker / Corporate Wellness Consulting / Coaching / Writer . You can see her fitness videos in Youtube : AJBodysculpt . Contact : julie @ ajbodysculpt . com .
The Hillcrest of North Dallas is a transitional care facility centrally located on Hillcrest Road just south of the George Bush Turnpike . We are close to several hospitals including Baylor Regional Medical Center , Medical Center of Plano , Methodist Richardson and Texas Health Presbyterian Plano . Our short-term rehabilitation services help bridge-thegap between the hospital and home allowing you to regain the skills needed to return to your independent lifestyle . Our long term care services promote the physical and mental well-being of those we serve while assisting with all the activities of daily living .
Some of our amenities include :
• Pre & Post-surgical care including IV therapy • New state-of-the-art Therapy Gym
• 24 hour / 7 day RN staffing
• Private Medicare Suites
• Restaurant Style Dining Room service
• Hospice and Respite Care available
• Scheduled Activities 7 days a week
• Beautiful Courtyard and Gazebo
18648 Hillcrest Road , Dallas , TX 75252 Phone : ( 972 ) 517-7771 Fax : ( 972 ) 517-7779
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